OPERATOR’S MANUAL 10 in. BUFFER/POLISHER RB101 Your buffer/polisher has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product. Thank you for your purchase.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Warranty .......................................................................................................................................................................... 2 � General Safety Rules .......................................................................................................
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES SERVICE When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION EXTENSION CORDS Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual threewire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded. When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Orbit Diameter .......................................................... 1/2 in. Orbits per minute ................................. 3 200 r/min. (RPM) Motion .......................................................Random Orbital Input ...................................... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, .75 A AIR VENT MOTOR HOUSING ON/OFF SWITCH STEERING WHEEL HANDLE CORD FOAM PAD Fig. 1 KNOW YOUR BUFFER/POLISHER MOTOR HOUSING See Figure 1.
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product has been shipped completely assembled. If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this tool until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
OPERATION WARNING: APPLICATION BONNET Before connecting the buffer/polisher to the power source, always check to make sure the switch is not in ON position. Failure to do so could result in accidental starting of the buffer/polisher resulting in possible serious personal injury. ATTACH THE APPLICATION BONNET See Figure 2. WARNING: To avoid injury, always make sure the buffer/polisher is unplugged before attaching bonnets. Fig.
OPERATION APPLICATION OF LIQUID POLISH See Figure 4. Apply a small circle of liquid (about the size of a halfdollar) around the center of the bonnet, followed by two more rings, each slightly larger than the previous one. After the first application, the bonnet will not absorb as much polish. Apply two rings of polish to the bonnet for subsequent applications, using half of the initial quantity. NOTE: Be careful not to use too much polish at one time. If the pad becomes saturated, it will not last as long.
MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION WARNING: All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication is required. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. APPLICATION AND BUFFING BONNETS WARNING: Both the application and buffing bonnets are reusable.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Wax does not go on evenly Too much wax on the bonnet Remove a portion of the wax and retry. Polishing seems difficult Bonnet may be worn Replace bonnet. Polisher does not turn on Bad connection to receptacle Check to make sure plug is properly seated in outlet. If using an extension cord, check connection and wire gauge. Problem with motor Call your authorized service center.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL 10 in. BUFFER/POLISHER RB101 WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and • arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
