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Instruction
manual
Finishing Sander
MODEL
505
IMPORTANT
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understands these instructions before
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starting operations.
The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the main
housing of the tool. Record these numbers in the
spaces below and retain for future reference.
Model No. __________________
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 SAFETY GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR PAINT REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 CARTON CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information. indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,could result in death or serious injury. indicates a potentially hazardous sit
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term "power tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1) Work area safety a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the pr
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES continued d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair
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ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 1. Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator. 2. Use proper safety equipment. Wear safety goggles for eye protection, wear hearing protection, and wear a protective mask to minimize breathing in the fine dust created while sanding. 3. Always disconnect the sander cor
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SYMBOL DEFINITION V ........................ volts A ........................ amperes Hz ........................ hertz W ........................ watts kW ........................ kilowatts F ........................ farads µF ........................ microfarads l ........................ litres g ........................ grams kg ........................ kilograms bar ........................ bars Pa ........................ pascals h ........................ hours min .......................
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR PAINT REMOVAL Extreme care should be taken when removing paint. The peelings, residue, and vapors of paint may contain lead, which is poisonous. Exposure to even low levels of lead can cause irreversible brain and nervous system damage. Young and unborn children are particularly vulnerable. Before beginning any paint removal process you should determine whether the paint you are removing contains lead. This can be done by your local health department or by a professio
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MOTOR Many Porter-Cable tools will operate on either D.C., or single phase 25 to 60 cycle A.C. current and voltage within plus or minus 5 percent of that shown on the specification plate on the tool. Several models, however, are designed for A.C. current only. Refer to the specification plate on your tool for proper voltage and current rating. Do not operate your tool on a current on which the voltage is not within correct limits. Do not operate tools rated A.C. only on D.C. current. To do so ma
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD Your Porter-Cable Finishing Sander is equipped to accept adhesive backed 1 1 abrasives (4 /2" width) or conventional abrasive sheets (4 /2" x 11"). This Sander is suitable for coarse, medium, or fine sanding of wood, plaster, metal, and plastics. It is ideal for leveling wallboard joints, finishing cabinets, rubbing and polishing furniture, fitting screens and doors, or for general finishing work. ASSEMBLY NOTE: This tool is shipped completely assembled. No assemb
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Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 OPERATION OPERATING THE SWITCH This tool is equipped with a trigger switch (A) Fig. 5. A switch locking B button (B) Fig. 5 is located on the left side of the handle. Start the motor by depressing the trigger. Stop the motor by releasing the trigger. To keep the motor running without holding your finger on the trigger, depress the trigger, push A in on the locking button and release the trigger. To release the locking button, depress the trigger and release. Fig. 5 Make sur
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STARTING TO WORK This finishing sander has been designed for one or two hand operation, and can easily be guided over the work surface. The normal weight of the machine is sufficient for efficient sanding. Putting additional pressure on the machine only slows down the speed of the pad, reduces the sanding efficiency, and puts an additional burden on the motor. Also, additional pressure might cause the sander to “jump”. Always start the machine before placing it on the work surface. Once it has
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TROUBLESHOOTING For assistance with your tool, visit our website at www.porter-cable.com for a list of service centers or call the Porter-Cable help line at 1-800-487-8665. MAINTENANCE KEEP TOOL CLEAN Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air. All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth. NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. They could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material. Wear ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses while using compressed air. FAILURE TO
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SERVICE REPLACEMENT PARTS When servicing use only identical replacement parts. For a service parts list or to learn more about Porter-Cable visit our website at www.porter-cable.com SERVICE AND REPAIRS All quality tools will eventually require servicing, or replacement of parts due to wear from normal use. For assistance with your tool, visit our website at www.porter-cable.com for a list of service centers or call the Customer Care Department at 1-800-487-8665. All repairs made by our service c
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PORTER-CABLE DELTA SERVICE CENTERS (CENTROS DE SERVICIO DE PORTER-CABLE DELTA) (CENTRE DE SERVICE PORTER-CABLE DELTA) Parts and Repair Service for Porter-Cable Delta Power Tools are Available at These Locations (Obtenga Refaccion de Partes o Servicio para su Herramienta en los Siguientes Centros de Porter-Cable Delta) (Locations où vous trouverez les pièces de rechange nécessaires ainsi qu’un service d’entretien) Cleveland 44125 ARIZONA GEORGIA MICHIGAN 8001 Sweet Valley Drive Unit #19
