INTENDED USE
The TORQX Random Orbital Polisher is
designed for auto, marine, RV, motor-
cycle detailing and nishing correction.
Do not use in the presence of amma-
ble liquids or gasses.
Do not let children come into contact
with the tool. Supervision is required
when inexperienced operators use this
tool.
SAFETY WARNING APPLICABLE TO
POLISHING OPERATIONS
Verify that no loosened part of the pol-
ishing tool shroud or the locking ties can
rotate freely. Safely position or cut all
the loosened xing wires. Loosened or
revolving xing wires may twist around
the operator’s ngers or get caught by
the work piece being machined.
STARTING UP
Before starting up the TORQX ensure
that:
• The TORQX is complete. Check that
the number and type of compo-
nents comply with that reported in
this instruction booklet;
• The power supply conforms with
the characteristics of the tool;
• The power supply cable and plug
are in perfect condition;
• The ON/OFF switch works properly
though with the power supply dis-
connected;
• All the parts of the tool have been
assembled in the proper manner
and that there are no signs of dam-
age;
• The ventilation slots are not ob-
structed.
STARTING AND STOPPING
1. Starting: turn ON/OFF switch to “ON”
by switching lever in the ON direction.
2. Stopping: To stop machine, turn pow-
er lever to the “OFF” position.
TEST RUN
Start the tool and check that there
are no unusual vibrations, or no mis-
matching of the bufng pad. Otherwise
switch-OFF the tool immediately and
eliminate the fault.
ELECTRONIC RPM REGULATION
The rpm can be adjusted by adjusting
the speed dial to the desired speed set-
ting. When TORQX is in “ON” position
it will engage at the speed setting that
the Total Control Speed Adjust Dial is
set at. The choice of speed depends on
the characteristics of the buffers and
the material to be worked.
REPLACING AND ASSEMBLING THE
BUFFING PAD
Press the polishing pad to attach it to
the backing plate. When ready, pull the
used polishing pad OFF and apply the
new one, or freshly clean polishing pad
by pressing it onto the backing plate
CAUTION: Accessories must be rated
for at least the speed recommended on
the tool warning label. Accessories run-
ning over rated speed can y apart and
cause injury.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
• Maintenance and cleaning of any
of the inner parts of the TORQX, like
brushes, ball bearings, gears, etc.
Must be carried out only by an au-
thorized repair dealer.
• Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents
with clean, dry air at least once
a week.
CAUTION: Never use solvents or
harsh chemicals for cleaning non-me-
tallic parts of the TORQX.