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MAINTENANCE
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Make sure that the trigger is in the “O” off-position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before
performing any procedure in this section.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected
before further use.
BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for:
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of moving parts,
• damaged cord/electrical wiring,
• cracked or broken parts, and
• any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth.
WARNING! If the supply cord of this power tool is damaged, it must be replaced only by a qualied
service technician.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Causes Solutions
Tool will not start. 1. Power cord not connected. 1. Check that the power cord is
plugged in.
2. No power at outlet. 2. If outlet is unpowered, turn off
tool and check circuit breaker.
3. Internal damage or wear. 3. Have technician service the
tool.
Excessive noise or rattling. Internal damage or wear. Have technician service the tool.
Sander not sanding effectively. 1. Possible sandpaper problem. 1. Check sandpaper for wear and
or damage.
2. Possibly wrong grit of
sandpaper
2. Fine sandpaper is graded in
large numbers (100 to 600).
Coarse sandpaper is small
numbers (36 to 80).