Evolution EB225DWSHH Manuel D'instruction page 14

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OPERATION
OPERATION
Holding the Drywall Sander
The Drywall Sander should always be held
with both hands, one on the Trigger Switch
Handle, and the other on the Side Assist
Handle. (Fig. 8)
Note: Attach the Side Assist Handle to
that side of the machine that best suits the
operator or the application.
Fig. 8
Note: Although the sander is a light weight
design, the user should be aware that
prolonged use can cause operator muscle
fatigue.
We recommend a maximum operator duty
cycle of 10 – 12 minutes, after which the
operator should rest for 5 minutes before
resuming sanding operations.
Carry Straps
Carry straps are provided for both the
Sanding Machine and the Dust Collection
Bag. These should be used whenever
necessary to aid operator comfort and safety.
Operator Stance
The operator should adopt a comfortable
stance with their feet apart and firmly
balanced.
Both feet should be on the ground or floor.
It is not acceptable to have one foot on the
floor and the other on a stand or ladder rung
etc. as this precludes the operator from
achieving a proper balanced stance.
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Caution: If 'reach' or access considerations
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necessitate the use by the operator of a
'stand – on' platform, such a platform must
be suitable and stable in use e.g. a folding
inside scaffold or 'hop on' work platform.
The operator must NEVER overstretch.
SANDING – Operating Advice
• Connect the dust extraction hose to the
machine by pushing it onto the machines
dust extraction port. (Fig. 9).
Fig. 9
Note: The Dust Extraction Hose is permanently
attached to the Dust Collection Bag.
• Adjust the Carry Straps for operator
convenience and comfort.
• Ensure that the mains lead and dust
collection hose do not pose a 'trip' or
any other hazard to the operator or any
bystanders.
• Adopt the correct stance for the operation.
• Switch the machine 'On' and position
the Drywall Sander Sanding Head lightly
against the work surface, and apply just
enough pressure to align the Sanding
Head with the work surface.
• Gently apply more pressure to engage
the rotating abrasive disc onto the work
surface.
• Move the Sander across the work
surface in long overlapping sweeps.
Apply only enough pressure to keep
the abrasive disc flat against the work
surface. Excessive pressure should be
avoided as it can cause swirl marks and
unevenness in the work surface.