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CARBON FIBRE
RANDOM
ORBITAL SANDER
WITH DUAL BASES
ROS150CF
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
C o de: ROS150CF Instruction Manual
Black Magenta
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D a t e: 080702 E dition: 06 Op: PS
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Contents Warranty 2 Warranty Power Tools Introduction 3 Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass Environmental protection 3 manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our Description of symbols 3 required level of performance and you may need the assistance of our service department. Specifications 3 The product is warranted for a 2-year repair warranty for General safety rules 4 home domestic use from the date o
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Introduction Description of symbols The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy represent important information about the product or your expectations. It has been manufactured under instructions on its use. stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria. Wear hearing protection. Wear eye protection. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, Wear breathing protection. and, with proper care, it w
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3. Personal safety General safety rules a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use WARNING. Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention whil
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c. Disconnect the plug from the power source before Additional safety rules for sanders making any adjustments, changing accessories, or Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures adjustment, servicing or maintenance. reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. • Fully unwind cable drum extensions to avoid d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children potential overheating. and do not allow persons unf
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• Before using the sander with metal always remove the Accessories extraction filter from the outlet as sparks may ignite the The GMC ROS150CF Dual Random Orbital Sander is dust or the internal bag. supplied with the following accessories as standard: • Do not continue to use worn, torn or heavily clogged • Ø150mm Sanding base (fitted) sanding sheets. • Ø125mm Sanding base • Do not touch the moving sanding sheet. • 1 Sandpaper sheet (Ø150mm X 80 grit) • Ensure that you have removed foreign
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Know your product 1. Auxillary handle 7. Dust canister 2. Auxillary handle lock knob 8. Dust extraction port 3. 150mm sanding base 9. Removable side clip (x 2) (for carbon brush access) 4. On/off switch 10. 125mm sanding base 5. Variable speed control 11. Dust extraction adaptor piece 6. Rubber grip handle 12. Washable dust bag 9 4 8 6 1 2 7 3 10 11 12 5 7
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Unpacking Fitting a sanding sheet WARNING. Always ensure that the tool is switched Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely off and the plug is removed from the power point before that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. making any adjustments or maintenance procedures. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. 1. Before fitting sandpaper, Failure to do so could result in se
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Adjusting the speed Selecting the right grade of sandpaper The speed can be adjusted to • Different grades of sanding paper can be purchased suit the material being sanded. from your local hardware store. Available grades are: Coarse, Medium and Fine. To adjust the speed, move the variable speed control (5) until • Use a coarse grit to sand down rough finishes, medium you are satisfied that the speed grit to smooth the work and fine grit to finish off. is what you need for the job • It
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Dust extraction Maintenance WARNING. Always ensure that the tool is switched WARNING. Always ensure that the tool is switched off and the plug is removed from the power point before off and the plug is removed from the power point before making any adjustments or maintenance procedures. making any adjustments or maintenance procedures. 1. Attach the dust canister (7) 1. Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at to the dust extraction port all times. (8) of the sander by pushing
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3. Insert the new brush assembly and replace the brush cap, tightening it with a screwdriver. Replace the side clip (9). 4. Repeat the operation for the second brush on the other side of the tool. Note. After replacing the brushes, you may notice sparking and a burning smell when the tool is first used. This is not a hazard. The excessive sparking and the burning smell will both soon subside as the new brushes bed in. Power cord maintenance If the supply cord needs replacing, the tas
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GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au. Should you not have access to the Internet, please contact our service department on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). 7am –7pm, 7days a week (AEST). Please note that if repair is required,
