Service
• Have the power tool serviced by qualified service personnel, using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
• Never attempt to repair damaged battery packs on your own. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service
technicians.
Safety instructions for the battery pack
• Do not dismantle, open, smash or burn the battery pack.
• Do not short-circuit the battery pack. Do not store the battery pack inappropriately in a box or drawer where they may short-circuit each other or be short-
circuited by conductive materials. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other
small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
• Do not expose the battery pack to sources of heat or fire.
• Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
• Do not subject the battery pack to mechanical shock.
• In the event of battery leaking, do not allow the liquid to come into contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with
copious amounts of water and seek medical advice.
• Seek medical advice immediately if a battery pack has been swallowed.
• Keep the battery pack clean and dry.
• Wipe the battery pack terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.
• The battery pack needs to be charged before use.
• Use the correct charging procedure.
• After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the battery pack several times to obtain maximum performance.
• The battery pack performs optimally when it is operated at normal room temperature (20°C ± 5°C).
• Recharge only with the specified charger. Do not use any charger other than the one that is provided.
• Do not use any battery pack which is not designed for use with the equipment.
• Keep the battery pack out of the reach of children.
• Remove the battery from the equipment when not in use.
• Observe the plus (+) and minus (–) marks on the battery and ensure correct use.
• Make sure the battery is removed prior to changing accessories and before maintenance or repair work.
• Keep the battery away from microwaves and high pressure.
Safety instructions for the battery charger
• Before charging, read the instructions.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the charger.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not charge a leaking battery.
• Do not use the charger outdoors when it's raining.
• Protect the charger from moisture.
• Do not short out the contacts of battery or charger.
• Respect the polarity "+/-" when charging.
• Do not open the unit and keep out of the reach of children.
• Do not charge the batteries of other manufacturers or any incompatible batteries.
• Ensure that the connection between the battery charger and battery is correctly positioned and is not obstructed by foreign bodies.
• Keep the charger clean and store in a dry and frost-free place.
• When charging batteries, ensure that the battery charger is in a well-ventilated area and away from flammable materials. Batteries can get hot during
charging. Do not overcharge any batteries. Ensure that the charger is supervised while it is charging batteries.
• Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries, as they can overheat and break.
• Use the charger in areas where the air temperature is between 18°C and 24°C in order to prolong its life and ensure optimal performance. Do not charge the
battery pack in air temperatures below 0°C, or above 40°C as this can cause serious damage to the battery pack.
INTENDED USE
The machine is intended for dry sanding of wood, plastic, filler and coated surfaces.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before operation
Charging the battery pack
• If the battery pack becomes very hot you must remove the battery pack from the charger and allow time for the battery to cool down before recharging.
• The battery is not charged when it leaves the plant. Therefore it must be fully charged before using the power tool for the first time.
• Charge the battery to reach full or no less than half charge before storage. If the tool will not be used for long periods of time, charge the battery every 3-6
months.
Charging procedure (Fig. A)
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet. The light will turn green.
2. Slide the battery pack into the charger, the light will turn red to indicate the charging process has started.
3. When charging is completed, the light will turn green. The pack is now fully charged, unplug the charger and remove the battery pack.
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