Craftsman 172.27673 - Manual (Page 16)

ASSEMBLY coni.
ATTACHING VAC HOSE TO THE DUAL DUST PORT ADAPTER cont.
NOTE: A standard 1 V4-in. vac hose connection fits inside the smaiier diameter
hoie inside the duai dust port adapter, whiie a standard 2V2-in. vac hose
connection fits inside the iarger hoie of the duai dust port adapter
As. WARNING: When sender is not connected to vacuum, aiways instali the
Cyclonics dust box back on sander. Faiiure to do so couid cause sanding dust
or foreign objects to be thrown into the face or eyes, which couid resuit in
possible serious injury.
Zli WARNING: Coiiected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings
(poiyurethane, iinseed oil, etc.) can seif-ignite in sander dust box or eisewhere
and cause fire. To reduce risk, empty dust box frequently and strictly follow
sander manual and coating manufacturer’s instructions.
As CAUTION: When working on metai surfaces, DO NOT use the dust box
or a vacuum cieaner because sparks are generated. Wear safety giasses and
a dust mask. Due to the danger of fire, do not use your sander to sand
magnesium surfaces. Do not use for wet sanding.
OPERATION
Before attempting to use any tooi, be sure to famiiiarize yourseif with aii the
operating features and safety instructions.
A WARNING: iF ANY PARTS are MiSSING, DO NOT OPERATE YOUR
SANDER UNTiLTHE MISSiNG PARTS ARE REPLACED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THIS RULE COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
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WARNING: DO NOT let familiarity with your sander make you careless.
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to cause severe injury.
ON/OFF ROCKER SWITCH (see Fig. 6)
This switch is sealed to help keep out dust
for a longer life and is conveniently located
near the front of the palm grip handle.
Start the sander by pushing in the part of the
switch with the 0. Let the motor build to its
maximum speed before starting sanding
operation. To turn sander off, push side of
switch with the .
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