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DUST EXTRACTION
The integral dust extraction system collects
sanding dust in the dust bag. For maximum
efficiency, cloth bags should be emptied
when they are no more than half full, and
should be replaced when the surface
becomes clogged with dust or efficiency will
be reduced. To replace bag, slide connector
in direction of arrow A until it stops. Insert
bag support into the pocket provide on bag.
Then slide bag and support in direction of
arrow B onto connector and dust port (Fig. 4).
A vacuum hose and adaptor (optional
accessories) are also available which will
allow your random orbit sander to be
connected to a shop vacuum system (Fig. 5).
See your Bosch catalog for these optional
Bosch Airsweep accessories.
VACUUM
HOSE
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
VACUUM
ADAPTOR
DUST PORT
A
B
DUST BAG
CONNECTOR
BAG
SUPPORT
FRONT HANDLE
Your sander is equipped with a removable
front handle when sanding in tight quarters. To
remove handle, remove screw with allen
wrench provided. Always reinstall handle for
normal operation. Depending on the task, you
may grip the rear handle alone, the rear handle
and the front handle, or the rear handle and the
top of the ergonomically contoured soft grip
motor housing, which is designed for that
purpose (Fig. 1).
SANDING TIPS
This sander has been designed for even
weight distribution which virtually eliminates
the use of pressure. Excessive pressure to the
sander may result in an uneven sanding job
and premature grit wear. Constant and
excessive pressure can cause overheating and
possible damage to the motor.
It's usually best to work in strokes that parallel
the grain, using some lateral motion so the
main strokes are overlapped as much as 75%.
If the surface is rough, start sanding with a
coarse grit sheet, then medium and then finish
with a fine or extra fine abrasive. This
procedure will vary with different types of
materials and work. Continue to sand with
each grit until the surface looks uniform. When
going from one grit size to a finer size, do not
skip more than two sizes.
To remove the greatest amount of stock, use a
coarse grit and move the sander steadily over
the entire surface against the grain as well as
with the grain. DO NOT REMAIN IN ONE
SPOT TOO LONG. It may remove too much
material and uneven sanding will result.
Sanding with the grain of the wood gives the
smoothest final finish.
Additional abrasive sheets can be conveniently
cut from large-size commercially available
sheets (standard size 9" x 11" (228 x 280mm).
Cut into two pieces of equal size. Choose the
proper grit for the job.
FIG. 4
FIG. 5