Craftsman 172.27673 Sander User Manual


 
WARNING: Your sander should NEVER be connected to the power source
when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installingor removing
sandpaper, cleaning or when it is not in use. Disconnecting the sander will prevent
accidental starting,that could cause serious personal injury.
INSTALLING THE SANDPAPER (See Fig. 3)
ALWAYS inspect the sandpaper before installing. DO NOT use ifbroken or defective.
1. Unplug the sander.
I Z_ WARNING: Failure to unplug the sander could result in accidental I
starting causing possible serious personal injury.
NOTE: Remove cyclonicdust box assembly when installingsandpaper. ALWAYS
remember to reattach the cyclonicdust box assembly before beginningsanding
operation (see page 14, Fig. 4).
2. Align the holes in the sanding disc with the holes in the hook and loop backing pad.
I OTE: Holes in sanding disc must line up with holes in the backing pad in order for Ithe dust collection feature of the sander to function properly.
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3. Press the sanding disc against the backing pad as firmlyas possible.
J NOTE: For best adhesion, we recommend that you dean the backing pad and the Isanding disc backing occasionally by brushing them lightlywith a small brush.
Fig 3
5-in.
Hook and Loop
Backing Pad
5-in. Hook and Loop
Sanding Disc with
Pre-Punched holes
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