Before Use; Accessories - Silverline DIY 1200W Mode D'emploi

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Before Use

Assembling the front handle
• The Front Handle (3) must be fitted to the tool before use:
1. Use the bolts supplied to fit the Front Handle (3) via the fixing holes to either side at the front of
the tool
2. Use the supplied hex key and tighten the bolts firmly, to secure handle in position
Fitting the Hook & Loop Backing Pad
• The Hook & Loop Backing Pad (8) must be securely fitted to the Spindle (1) before use:
1. Press and hold the Spindle Lock Button (2) with one hand, and slowly rotate the Spindle with the
other hand, until you feel it lock
2. The Hook & Loop Backing Pad can now be screwed onto the Spindle and tightened
WARNING: The Hook & Loop Backing Pad is tightened by hand. Take care not to cross-thread
or over-tighten .
3. Release the Spindle Lock Button
Fitting bonnets, polishing sponges & discs
• The Hook & Loop Polishing Bonnet (9), Hook & Loop Sanding Disc (10) and other polishing
accessories, such as polishing sponges (not included), can be pressed onto the face of the Hook
& Loop Backing Pad (8)
• Slowly pull the fitted attachment off the Hook & Loop Backing Pad to remove
Note: Always make sure both hook and loop surfaces are free of dirt and debris prior to attaching
any items (also see remarks 'Maintenance' section).
Operation
WARNING: Always wear adequate protective equipment, including eye, hand and hearing
protection, when operating this tool. Use respiratory protection where dust or fumes are produced.
Switching ON/OFF
WARNING: Never switch the tool on or off when it is in contact with the workpiece. This
can cause serious injury to the operator and will significantly shorten the service life of the On/
Off Switch (7).
1. Connect the tool to the mains power supply
2. To start the tool, squeeze the ON/OFF Trigger Switch (7); the motor will start and take a few
moments to reach full operating speed
3. To stop the tool, release the ON/OFF Trigger Switch
Note: To operate the tool's lock-on function, depress the Lock-On Button (5) whilst holding the ON/
OFF Trigger Switch.
Note: To stop the tool once locked-on, squeeze and release the ON/OFF Trigger Switch.
WARNING: ALWAYS wait until the tool has come to a standstill before putting it down.
Adjusting the tool speed
• The speed of the tool is controlled using the Speed Control Dial (4): a higher number indicates a
higher speed setting (also see label on the tool)
speed control
dial setting
1
2
3
4
5
6
WARNING: Always set the Speed Control Dial to the correct speed for the task at hand.
WARNING: Never exceed the maximum speed of the installed accessory .
6
approximate speed
(in rpm)
600
900
1500
2100
2700
3000
Polishing tips
• Ensure that the area to be polished is clean and dry
• Choose only polishing compounds that are compatible with the material to be polished, and
with the method of application. Read and understand all information supplied with your
polishing compound before use
• If using polishing sponges, apply polishing compound evenly to the polishing sponge and place
the sponge against the work surface
• Hold the tool securely, using both hands, by the handles provided . The polishing sponge should
make only light contact with the work surface
• Switch on the tool, and work across the surface using a wide 'sweeping' motion. Stop and apply
extra compound as required
• When the entire surface has been covered, stop the tool and allow the compound to dry (follow
manufacturer's guidance)
• Attach a clean polishing bonnet to the tool and work across the surface as before, until all visible
polishing compound is removed
Sanding tips
WARNING: This tool is primarily designed as a polishing tool . It is suitable for light duty sanding
tasks, e.g. fine sanding as a preparation to polishing, but it has not been designed to remove large
amounts of material. Use a different type of sander, e.g. a belt sander, should this be required.
WARNING: NEVER use this tool for wet sanding.
WARNING: ALWAYS use adequate respiratory protection when sanding.
• Allow the tool to reach the required speed before bringing the sanding paper into contact with
the workpiece
• Start with a coarse grit paper, and work through progressively finer grit papers until the desired
finish is achieved
• Apply only moderate pressure to the sander. Pressing too hard onto the work surface may
overheat the motor or damage the work surface
• Sand evenly over the work surface. The tool works in a rotary motion so it is not necessary to
work with the grain
• Only use the sander 'flat on' to the work. Tilting the sander onto its edge will damage your
workpiece

Accessories

• A range of accessories for your sander polisher, including polishing sponges and bonnets,
sanding sheets and polishing compounds, is available from your Silverline stockist. Spare parts
can be obtained from www.toolsparesonline.com
Maintenance
Cleaning
WARNING: ALWAYS wear protective equipment including eye protection and gloves when cleaning
this tool .
• Keep your tool clean at all times. Dirt and dust will cause internal parts to wear quickly, and
shorten the device's service life
• Clean the body of your tool with a soft brush, or dry cloth
• Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts. If dry cleaning is not sufficient, a mild detergent
on a damp cloth is recommended
• Water must never come into contact with the tool
• Ensure the tool is thoroughly dry before using it
• If available, use clean, dry, compressed air to blow through the ventilation holes (where
applicable)
Note: Be especially careful to clean the tool thoroughly if used for both wood and metal. Sparks
from metal work can easily ignite wood dust.
Brushes
• Over time the carbon brushes inside the motor may become worn
• Excessively worn brushes may cause loss of power, intermittent failure, or visible sparking
• To replace the brushes, remove the Brush Access Plugs (11) from both sides of the tool . Remove
the worn brushes and replace with new ones. Replace Brush Access Plugs. Alternatively, have the
tool serviced at an authorised Silverline service centre
Hook & loop surfaces
• Hook and loop surfaces need to be clean, free of dirt and foreign matter, such as hair, fibres,
sand etc .
• In order to provide adequate adhesion for securing accessories, hook and loop surfaces must
be in good condition
• When used extensively, hooks and loops will become elongated or broken, and the mechanism
cannot provide the required strength of adhesion anymore
Note: This sander's Hook & Loop Backing Pad (8) is NOT a warranty item. Replacements can be
obtained from www.toolsparesonline.com.