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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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Summary of content (16 pages)

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL 7" Variable Speed Polisher/Sander Model # 946 Important: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s® high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your tool properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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Table Of Contents SECTION PAGE Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 General Instructions for All Power Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–8 Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Know Your Tool . . . . .
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7" Variable Speed Polisher/Sander SPECIFICATIONS Model Number: 946 Motor: 120V~60Hz, AC only Input: 11 AMPS Speed 600-3,000 RPM Pad Size: Arbor Size: Weight: 7" 5/8"-11 8 lbs. 6oz.
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Rules For Safe Operation The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. Symbol Meaning Safety Alert Symbol: Indicated danger, warning, or caution, may be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
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General Instructions for all Power Tools READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!!! • Know your power tool. Read the operator’s manual carefully. Learn the application and limitations as well as specific potential hazards related to this tool. • Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate the tool with any guard or cover removed. Make sure all guards are operating properly before each use. • Remove adjusting keys & wrenches.
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• Use recommended accessories. Consult the operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury. • Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is unintentionally contacted. • Direction of feed. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction or rotation of the blade or cutter only. • Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
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• Never use in an explosive atmosphere. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes. • Use only outdoor extension cords with approved ground connection that are intended for use outdoors and so marked. • Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS make sure you have good balance. • Allow the motor to come up to full speed before starting a cut to avoid binding or stalling • Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.
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• Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. DO NOT operate tool when you are tired. DO NOT RUSH! • Make sure work area has ample lighting to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE performing any work by using your tool. • Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also. • Use the proper extension cord.
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Know Your Tool ➍ ➌ ➎ ➋ ➊ ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒ ➓ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Gear Housing Spindle Lock Motor Housing Variable Speed Dial Lock-On Button Trigger ON/OFF Switch Brush Cap Side Handle Hook and Loop Pad Backer 7" Terry Cloth Bonnet & Foam Applicator Pad (underneath) UNPACKING WARNING - to prevent accidental starting that could cause possible serious personal injury, assemble all parts to your polisher/sander before connecting it to power supply.
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• Do not discard the packing materials until you have carefully inspected the tool, identified all parts, and satisfactorily operated your new tool. NOTE: if any parts are damaged or missing, do not attempt to plug in the power cord and turn the switch on until the damaged or missing parts are obtained and are installed correctly. Assembly Instruction INSTALLING SIDE HANDLE A side handle is included with your sander/polisher to ease tool handling and to help maintain tool control during operation.
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OPERATION Always be sure the tool is switched off and unplugged before assembling parts, making adjustments, assembling or replacing sanding discs, buffer pads, or checking function on the tool. SPINDLE LOCK Never depress the spindle lock button when the spindle is moving. The spindle lock button is located on the top, forward portion of the gear housing. Depress the spindle lock button to prevent the spindle from rotating when installing or removing accessories.
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Work from the highest point on the surface downwards to avoid dust or polish from being thrown onto the completed section. Always follow the wax and polish manufacturer’s application and removal instructions for power polishers. Dirty or clogged pads may be cleaned by washing in warm water with a mild detergent. Allow the cleaned pad to dry completely before reuse. SANDING OPERATION Always wear safety glasses with side shields or a full face shield during tool operation.
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MAINTENANCE GENERAL •S ome important part of the double insulation system should be serviced only by a qualified service technician. • Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloth to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc. WARNING - Do not at any time let brake fluid; gasoline, petroleum based products, penetrating oils, etc. come in contact with plastic parts.
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DIAGRAM 14
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Parts List Item No. Stock No. Description Qty. Item No. Stock No. Description 1 946-001 Spindle Lock Button 1 24 946-024 Lead Wind Ring 1 2 3 946-002 Lock Pin 1 25 946-025 Motor Housing 1 946-003 Spring 1 26 946-026 Stator 1 4 946-004 Washer Ø 5. 6x0.6 1 27 946-027 Tapping Screw ST4.
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WARRANTY Warranty WEN Products is committed to build tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC ("Seller") warrants to the original purchaser only, that all WEN consumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase.