Skil 7600 Hinweise Seite 4

GB
INTRODUCTION
This tool is intended for dry sanding with high removal
performance of wood, plastic, metal, filler and painted
surfaces
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1
SAFETY
Read and save this instruction manual (pay special
attention to the safety instructions at the back)
Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and
other elements in your workpiece; remove them before
you start working
Always keep the cord away from moving parts of the tool
When you put away the tool, switch off the motor and
ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete
standstill
Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a
capacity of 16 Amps (UK 13 Amps)
In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,
immediately switch off the tool and disconnect the plug
SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only
when original accessories are used
This tool should not be used by people under the age of
16 years
The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A);
wear ear protection
If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do
not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug
Never use tool when cord is damaged; have it replaced
by a qualified person
Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with
a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a
220V supply)
This tool is not suitable for wet sanding
Do not sand material containing asbestos
When sanding metal, sparks are generated; do not use
dustbag and keep other persons and combustible
material from work area
Do not touch the running sanding belt
Do not continue to use worn, torn or heavily clogged
sanding belts
Wear protective gloves, safety glasses, close-fitting
clothes and hair protection (for long hair)
Wear a dust protection mask when working with
materials which produce dust that is detrimental to
health; inform yourself beforehand about the materials to
be worked on
Always direct the cord to the rear away from the tool
Always disconnect plug from power source before
making any adjustment or changing any accessory
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire
in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this
tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended
USE
Belt CLIC System
- ensures quick-changing of sanding belt
- centers sanding belt automatically
Quick-changing of sanding belts 2
! disconnect the plug
- lift lever A
- remove sanding belt
- insert new belt with arrows printed at inner side of belt
pointing in same direction as arrow B on tool
- push lever back
! change sanding belts in time
! never fold sanding belts
Automatic belt centering
- centers belt automatically when switching on tool
- keeps belt centered while sanding
In case belt runs off tool (mostly caused by inferior belt
quality), you should
- switch on the tool
- adjust screw C 3 till the sanding belt is running in
line with the flat side of the tool
- use new belt, if belt still runs off tool
Removing and mounting dustbag 3
- empty dustbag regularly for optimal dust pick-up
performance
! do not use dustbag when sanding metal
On/off switch
- switch on/off the tool by pulling/releasing trigger D 3
! before the sanding surface reaches the
workpiece, you should switch on the tool
! before switching off the tool, you should lift it
from the workpiece
Switch lock 3
- pull trigger D
- press knob E with your thumb
- release the trigger
- unlock the switch by pulling again trigger D and then
releasing it
Holding and guiding the tool 4
- guide the tool parallel to the working surface
! do not apply pressure on the tool; let the sanding
surface do the work for you
- do not tilt the tool in order to avoid unwanted sanding
marks
- keep ventilation slots F uncovered
APPLICATION ADVICE
For sanding bare wood surfaces move the tool in
straight movements in line with the grain
For sanding all other surfaces move the tool in oval
movements over the material
For stationary use mount tool on workbench or vice 5
Never use the same sanding belt for wood and metal
Recommended sanding sheet grits:
coarse - for removing paint;
for sanding of extremely rough wood
medium - for sanding of rough or plain wood
fine - for smoothing of wood;
for finishing of bare wood;
for smoothing surfaces with old paint
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