Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read instruction manual before use.
DATE CODE POSITION (FIG. 1)
The Date Code (l), which also includes the year of
manufacture, is printed into the housing.
Example:
2010 XX XX
Year of Manufacture
Package Contents
The package contains:
1 Palm grip sander
1 Dustbag
1 Dust extraction adapter
1 Sheet of sanding paper
1 Instruction manual
1 Exploded drawing
• Check for damage to the tool, parts or
accessories which may have occurred during
transport.
• Take the time to thoroughly read and
understand this manual prior to operation.
Description (fi g. 1)
WARNING: Never modify the power
tool or any part of it. Damage or
personal injury could result.
a. On/off switch
b. Electronic speed control dial
c. Dust extraction outlet
d. Sanding pad
INTENDED USE
Your sander has been designed for professional
sanding applications.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
These sanders are professional power tools.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the
tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced
operators use this tool.
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed for one
voltage only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Your D
WALT tool is double insulated in
E
accordance with EN 60745; therefore no
earth wire is required.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a specially prepared cord available through the
D
WALT service organisation.
E
Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K. & Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the old plug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in
the plug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
WARNING: No connection is to be
made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good
quality plugs. Recommended fuse: 13 A.
Using an Extension Cable
If an extension cable is required, use an approved
extension cable suitable for the power input of this
tool (see technical data). The minimum conductor
2
size is 1 mm
; the maximum length is 30 m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable
completely.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury, turn unit off and disconnect
machine from power source before
installing and removing accessories,
before adjusting or changing set-
ups or when making repairs. Be sure
the trigger switch is in the OFF position.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.
Fitting Sanding Discs (fi g. 2)
The tool uses 5" (125 mm) hook and loop sanding
discs with an 8 hole dust extraction pattern.
1. Place the tool on a table, sanding pad (d) up.
2. Place the sanding disc directly on top of the
sanding pad.
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