Porter-Cable 7800 Sander User Manual
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1. WOODWORKER S CHOICE THE AMERICAN WOOD SHOP design AUTO SET B 0 S S BUILDER S SAW CONTRACTOR S SAW DELTA DELTACRAFT HOMECRAFT JET LOCK KICKSTAND THE LUMBER COMPANY design MICRO SET Q3 QUICKSET II QUICKSET PLUS SAFEGUARD II SANDING CENTER SIDEKICK UNIFENCE UNIGUARD UNIRIP UNISAW VERSA FEEDER TPS Emc Trademarks noted with and are registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and may also be registered in other countries Las Marcas Registradas con el signo de y son registradas por la Oficina de Registros y Patentes de los Estados Unidos y tambi n pueden estar registradas en otros pa ses Marques d pos es indiqu es par la lettre et sont d pos es au Bureau des brevets d invention et marques d pos es aux Etats Unis et pourraient tre d pos es aux autres pays Printed in U S A2. aucun de ces centres appeler le 888 848 5175 et on vous dirigera vers le centre de service d usine Porter Cable Delta le plus proche CANADIAN PORTER CABLE DELTA SERVICE CENTERS ALBERTA QU BEC 1515 Ave St Jean Baptiste Qu bec Qu bec G2E 5E2 Phone 418 877 7112 Fax 418 877 7123 1447 Begin St Laurent Montr al Qu bec H4R 1V8 Phone 514 336 8772 Fax 514 336 3505 MANITOBA 1699 Dublin Avenue Winnipeg Manitoba R3H 0H2 Phone 204 633 9259 Fax 204 632 1976 ONTARIO 505 Southgate Drive Guelph Ontario N1H 6M7 Phone 519 836 2840 Fax 519 767 4131 Bay 6 2520 23rd St N E Calgary Alberta T2E 8L2 Phone 403 735 6166 Fax 403 735 6144 BRITISH COLUMBIA 8520 Baxter Place Burnaby B C V5A 418 Phone 604 420 0102 Fax 604 420 3522 The following are trademarks of PORTER CABLE e DELTA Las siguientes son marcas registradas de PORTER CABLE e DELTA S A Les marques suivantes sont des marques de fabriquant de la PORTER CABLE e DELTA BAMMER LASERLOC OMNIJIG POCKET CUTTER PORTA BAND PORTA PLANE PORTER CABLE QUICKSAND SANDTRAP SAW BOSS SPEED BLOC SPEEDMATIC SPEEDTRONIC STAIR EASE THE PROFESSIONAL EDGE THE PROFESSIONAL SELECT TIGER CUB TIGER SAW TORQ BUSTER VERSA PLANE WHISPER SERIES DURATRONIC FRAME SAW INNOVATION THAT WORKS JETSTREAM MICRO SET MORTEN NETWORK RIPTIDE TRU MATCH
3. mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions TOOLS USE AND CARE 1 Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control 2 Do not force tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed 3 Do not use tool if switch does not turn it ON or OFF Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired 4 Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally 5 Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users 6 Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control 7 Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools 8 Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one too
4. the vacuum hose to prevent tangling 4 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 12 AM que 8 INSTALLATION 1 Install the special drywall dust bag into your vacuum cleaner following the instructions supplied with the vacuum cleaner If this dust bag does not fit your vacuum cleaner correctly purchase and install a suitable filter bag that is rated for drywall dust CAUTION Failure to use a dust bag rated for drywall dust will increase the level of airborne dust particles in the work area Continued and prolonged exposure to high concentrations of airborne dust may affect your respiratory system function 2 Connect the vacuum hose to the Drywall Sander Open the Drywall Sander s hose connector by turning the large nut A Fig 2 counterclockwise a few turns Push the vacuum hose swivel connector B Fig 2 into the Drywall Sander connector and seat firmly Turn the large nut clockwise to tighten the connector Fig 2 Fig 3 3 Install the three hook 8 loop type straps to prevent tangling of the Sander cord and the vacuum hose Lay the cord and the vacuum hose out parallel to each other Place a strap approximately two feet from each end and place the third strap halfway between the other two Wrap the long end of each strap around the vacuum hose and close Wrap the short end of each strap around the cord and close Fig 3 4 Connect the vacuum hose to your vacuum cleaner Use the 1 1 4 to 2 1 2 adapter if necessary I
5. 2 8 13 AM ge 44 PORTER CABLE DELTA SERVICE CENTERS CENTROS DE SERVICIO DE PORTER CABLE DELTA CENTRE DE SERVICE PORTER CABLE DELTA Parts and Repair Service for Porter Cable Delta Power Tools are Available at These Locations Obtenga Refaccion de Partes o Servicio para su Herramienta en los Siguientes Centros de Porter Cable Delta Locations o vous trouverez les pi ces de rechange n cessaires ainsi qu un service d entretien ARIZONA Tempe 85282 Phoenix 2400 West Southern Avenue Suite 105 Phone 602 437 1200 Fax 602 437 2200 CALIFORNIA Ontario 91761 Los Angeles 3949A East Guasti Road Phone 909 390 5555 Fax 909 390 5554 San Leandro 94577 Oakland 3039 Teagarden Street Phone 510 357 9762 Fax 510 357 7939 FLORIDA Davie 33314 Miami 4343 South State Rd 7 441 Unit 107 Phone 954 321 6635 Fax 954 321 6638 Tampa 33609 4538 W Kennedy Boulevard Phone 813 877 9585 Fax 813 289 7948 GEORGIA Forest Park 30297 Atlanta 5442 Frontage Road Suite 112 Phone 404 608 0006 Fax 404 608 1123 ILLINOIS Addison 60101 Chicago 311 Laura Drive Phone 630 628 6100 Fax 630 628 0023 Woodridge 60517 Chicago 2033 West 75th Street Phone 630 910 9200 Fax 630 910 0360 MARYLAND Elkridge 21075 Baltimore 7397 102 Washington Blvd Phone 410 799 9394 Fax 410 799 9398 MASSACHUSETTS Braintree 02185 Boston 719 Granite Street Phone
6. 25 251 6680 Fax 425 251 9337 Authorized Service Stations are located in many large cities Telephone 800 487 8665 or 731 541 6042 for assistance locating one Parts and accessories for Porter Cable e Delta products should be obtained by contacting any Porter Cable Delta Distributor Authorized Service Center or Porter Cable Delta Factory Service Center If you do not have access to any of these call 888 848 5175 and you will be directed to the nearest Porter Cable Delta Factory Service Center Las Estaciones de Servicio Autorizadas est n ubicadas en muchas grandes ciudades Llame al 800 487 8665 al 731 541 6042 para obtener asistencia a fin de localizar una Las piezas y los accesorios para los productos Porter Cable e Delta deben obtenerse poni ndose en contacto con cualquier distribuidor Porter Cable e Delta Centro de Servicio Autorizado o Centro de Servicio de F brica Porter Cable Delta Si no tiene acceso a ninguna de estas opciones llame al 888 848 5175 y le dirigir n al Centro de Servicio de F brica Porter Cable Delta m s cercano Des centres de service agr s sont situ s dans beaucoup de grandes villes Appelez au 800 487 8665 ou au 731 541 6042 pour obtenir de l aide pour en rep rer un Pour obtenir des pi ces et accessoires pour les produits Porter Cable e Delta s adresser a tout distributeur Porter Cable e Delta centre de service agr ou centre de service d usine Porter Cable e Delta Si vous n avez acc s
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8. 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 12 AM q 1 Instruction manual ESPA OL P GINA 15 FRANCAISE PAGE 29 Drywall Sander MODEL 7800 MODEL 7801 Patent Pending To learn more about Porter Cable visit our website at http www porter cable com PORTER CABLE PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS Copyright O 2002 Porter Cable Corporation IMPORTANT Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instructions before starting operations The Model and Serial No plate is located on the main housing of the tool Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for future reference Model No Type Serial No Part No 904374 06 26 02 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 12 AM pe 2 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 Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic partic
9. Fig 7 CEILING Fig 6 Fig 8 1 Turn the vacuum cleaner switch ON Model 7800 only CAUTION Wear a respirator approved by NIOSH for Dust and Mist 2 Turn Drywall Sander switch ON 3 Position the Drywall Sander lightly against the work surface Apply just enough pressure to align the sanding head with the work surface 4 Apply additional pressure to engage the abrasive pad on the work surface Move the Sander in an overlapping pattern to smooth the drywall compound down to a featheredge Apply ONLY enough pressure to keep the abrasive pad flat against the work Excessive pressure can cause unacceptable swirl marks and unevenness in the work surface 10 4 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 13 AM pe 11 Keep the Sander in constant motion while the abrasive pad is in contact with the work surface Use a steady sweeping motion Stopping the Sander on the work or moving the Sander erratically can cause unacceptable swirl marks and unevenness in the work surface NOTE Do not allow rotating abrasive pad to contact sharp protrusions Contact with protruding objects nails screws electrical boxes etc can severely damage the abrasive pad ABRASIVE PAD REPLACEMENT CAUTION DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 1 Grasp the abrasive pad and the sander housing to prevent pad rotation 2 Rotate the pad retaining nut A Fig 9 cou
10. able and we have advised you Technical Service Manager Porter Cable Corporation 4825 Highway 45 North Jackson TN 38305 SYMBOL DEFINITION ME a os volts A yman amperes HZ As hertz Wo pepieta eseina watts ON pee ee kilowatts UF usan microfarads Do aa liters KG aa kilograms N CM piane newtons per square centimeter Pa dramas pascals Bi rn hours WMI urea minutes Ss Hei seconds E Re eee alternating current CORE iets teeta three phase alternating current ED eedathanen three phase alternating current with neutral TA il direct current AE marron no load ONG ean alternating or direct current anda Class ll Construction ET splash proof construction 6 rodri watertight construction M O mea revolutions or reciprocation per minute 4 4 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 12 AM pe 5 REPLACEMENT PARTS When servicing use only identical replacement parts MOTOR Many Porter Cable tools will operate on either D C or single phase 25 to 60 cycle A C current and voltage within plus or minus 5 percent of that shown on the specification plate on the tool Several models however are designed for A C current only Refer to the specification plate on your tool for proper voltage and current rating CAUTION Do not operate your tool on a current on which the voltage is not within correct limits Do not operate tools rated A C only on D C current To do so may seriously damage the tool EXTENSION CORD SELECTION If an e
11. and renovation work Clean up time for Model 7800 is minimized by the use of an external vacuum cleaner attached to the sander ABRASIVE DISC SELECTION The Drywall Sander is shipped with a 100 grit abrasive disc installed This abrasive is suitable for most applications Abrasive discs of 120 grit and 150 grit are available for situations requiring a smoother finish CAUTION Do not attempt to use any abrasives other than those recommended by Porter Cable HOW TO HOLD A DRYWALL SANDER The Drywall Sander should be held with both hands on the main tube A Fig 1 The hands may be positioned anywhere along the main tube to provide the best combination of reach and leverage for the particular application CAUTION Keep your hands on the main tube A Fig 1 Keep away from the sanding head area The sanding head swivels in multiple directions and could pinch your hand Fig 1 CONNECT MODEL 7800 DRYWALL SANDER TO VACUUM CLEANER The following items are furnished with the Model 7800 Drywall Sander 1 One vacuum hose The hose is 13 feet long with a standard 1 1 4 vacuum cleaner connector on one end and a special swivel connector on the Sander end It has a static dissipating feature to dissipate static electrical charges that are sometimes experienced when recovering drywall dust 2 One 11 4 to 21 2 adapter adapts the 11 4 hose connector to fit a 21 2 vacuum cleaner 3 Three straps to connect the Sander cord to
12. cing or replacement of parts due to wear from normal use These operations including brush inspection and replacement should ONLY be performed by either an AUTHORIZED PORTER CABLE SERVICE STATION or a PORTER CABLE DELTA FACTORY SERVICE CENTER All repairs made by these agencies are fully guaranteed against defective material and workmanship We cannot guarantee repairs made or attempted by anyone other than these agencies Should you have any questions about your tool feel free to write us at any time In any communications please give all information shown on the nameplate of your tool model number type serial number etc ACCESSORIES A complete line of accessories is available from your Porter Cable e Delta Supplier Porter Cable e Delta Factory Service Centers and Porter Cable Authorized Service Stations Please visit our Web Site www porter cable com for a catalog or for the name of your nearest supplier WARNING Since accessories other than those offered by Porter Cable e Delta have not been tested with this product use of such accessories could be hazardous For safest operation only Porter Cable e Delta recommended accessories should be used with this product 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 13 AM pe 14 PORTER CABLE LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Porter Cable warrants its Professional Power Tools for a period of one year from the date of original purchase We will repair or replace at our option any part or parts of th
13. clean plastic parts They could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material CAUTION Wear safety glasses while using compressed air FAILURE TO START Should your tool fail to start check to make sure the prongs on the cord plug are making good contact in the outlet Also check for blown fuses or open circuit breakers in the line LUBRICATION This tool has been lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions No further lubrication is necessary 12 4 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 13 AM pe 13 BRUSH INSPECTION AND LUBRICATION For your continued safety and electrical protection brush inspection and replacement on this tool should ONLY be performed by an AUTHORIZED PORTER CABLE SERVICE STATION or a PORTER CABLE DELTA FACTORY SERVICE CENTER At approximately 100 hours of use take or send your tool to your nearest authorized Porter Cable Service Station to be thoroughly cleaned and inspected Have worn parts replaced and lubricate with fresh lubricant Have new brushes installed and test the tool for performance Any loss of power before the above maintenance check may indicate the need for immediate servicing of your tool DO NOT CONTINUE TO OPERATE TOOL UNDER THIS CONDITION If proper operating voltage is present return your tool to the service station for immediate service SERVICE AND REPAIRS All quality tools will eventually require servi
14. e product and accessories covered under this warranty which after examination proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the warranty period For repair or replacement return the complete tool or accessory transportation prepaid to your nearest Porter Cable Service Center or Authorized Service Station Proof of purchase may be required This warranty does not apply to repair or replacement required due to misuse abuse normal wear and tear or repairs attempted or made by other than our Service Centers or Authorized Service Stations ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WILL LAST ONLY FOR ONE 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE To obtain information on warranty performance please write to PORTER CABLE CORPORATION 4825 Highway 45 North P O Box 2468 Jackson Tennessee 38302 2468 Attention Product Service THE FOREGOING OBLIGATION IS PORTER CABLE S SOLE LIABILITY UNDER THIS OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL PORTER CABLE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state 14 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 0
15. f the abrasive pad so that it contacts the work surface first preventing the abrasive from gouging the work 2 It helps contain the drywall dust until the vacuum cleaner pulls it away Fig 4 Replace the skirt if it is damaged or if it is worn excessively Replacement skirts are available from any Porter Cable Service Center see the list in back of this manual Since the Model 7801 requires no vacuum cleaner the skirt is shorter but provides the same purpose as 1 in the preceding paragraph Fig 5 CAUTION DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 9 4 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 12 AM q 10 TO REPLACE SKIRT 1 Remove abrasive pad see ABRASIVE PAD REPLACEMENT 2 Use phillips screwdriver to remove the six retaining screws B Fig 5 3 Lift the skirt out of housing 4 Position new skirt to housing and install the six retaining screws 5 Replace the abrasive pad SANDING DRYWALL The Drywall Sander has a unique articulating sanding head the head can swivel in multiple directions allowing the abrasive pad to conform to the work surface Figs 6 7 and 8 This action enables the operator to sand the top middle and bottom of a wall or ceiling joint without changing position CEILING
16. f your vacuum cleaner requires a special connector something other than the standard 1 1 4 to 2 1 2 connectors supplied with the Drywall Sander contact your vacuum cleaner supplier for the proper adapter 4 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 12 AM qe 9 TO START AND STOP DRYWALL SANDER Be certain that the power circuit voltage is the same as that shown on the specification plate of the tool and that the switch is OFF Connect the tool to the power circuit The Drywall Sander is equipped with a rocker type switch A Fig 4 The top end of the switch button is labeled OFF and the bottom end of the button is labeled ON To start the Sander press the bottom ON end of the switch To stop the Sander press the top OFF end of the switch SPEED CONTROL The Model 7800 Drywall Sander is equipped with a variable speed control The speed is adjusted by turning the control knob B Fig 4 The control knob is numbered 1 through 5 The setting 1 is the slowest speed approximately 1000 RPM and 5 is the fastest speed approximately 2 000 RPM Use the higher speed settings for fast stock removal Use the lower speed setting to reduce removal rate for more precise control The Model 7801 Drywall Sander has a constant speed of 2 000 RPM BRUSH TYPE SKIRT On the Model 7800 a brush type skirt A Fig 5 surrounds the abrasive pad This skirt serves two purposes 1 It extends below the surface o
17. l may become hazardous when used on another tool SERVICE 1 Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury 2 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 electric shock or injury 4 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 12 AM pe 4 ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR DRYWALL SANDER 1 USE A RESPIRATOR approved by NIOSH for Dust and Mist Ventilate work area and or use a dust collector Continued and prolonged exposure to high concentrations of airborne dust may affect the respiratory system function 2 MAINTAIN FIRM FOOTING AND BALANCE Use appropriate scaffolding Do not overreach 3 SANDING OF LEAD BASED PAINT IS NOT RECOMMENDED Lead based paint should only be removed by a professional 4 SOME WOOD CONTAINS PRESERVATIVES WHICH CAN BE TOXIC Take extra care to prevent inhalation and skin contact when working with these materials Request and follow any safety information available from your material supplier 5 WARNING This tool was designed for certain applications DO NOT modify and or use it for any application other than for which it was designed If you have questions relative to its application DO NOT use the tool until you have written Porter C
18. les GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA 1 Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents 2 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 3 Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control ELECTRICAL SAFETY 1 Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user 2 Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded 3 Don t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock 4 Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord to carry the to
19. nterclockwise and remove 3 Lift off the large metal washer B Fig 9 and the abrasive pad C Fig 9 Fig 9 NOTE When the abrasive pad C Fig 9 is lifted off the Sander the abrasive back up disc A Fig 10 is exposed Please note that this back up disc is also covered with an abrasive material and is used ONLY to prevent slippage between the back up disc and the foam backed abrasive pad it is NOT suitable for use as a sanding abrasive DO NOT USE THE SANDER WITHOUT A PROPER ABRASIVE PAD Position the new abrasive pad to the back up disc and center the hole of the disc on the hub B Fig 10 of the back up disc 5 Position the large metal washer B Fig 9 and the retaining nut A Fig 9 to the Sander 6 Rotate the retaining nut clockwise to hand tighten while holding the abrasive pad as described in step 1 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 13 AM pe 12 Fig 10 TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE Keep the Drywall Sander dry during transport and storage Do not allow anything to press against the abrasive pad The pad might deform causing it to sand unevenly If the pad cannot be protected during transport or storage remove the abrasive pad and store it separately MAINTENANCE KEEP TOOL CLEAN Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth NEVER use solvents to
20. ols or pull the plug from an outlet Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock 5 When operating a power tool outside use an outdoor extension cord marked W A or W These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock PERSONAL SAFETY 1 Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 2 4 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 12 AM qe 3 2 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts 3 Avoid accidental starting Be sure switch is OFF before plugging in Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch ON invites accidents 4 Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool ON A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury 5 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations 6 Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Dust
21. tain lead which is poisonous Exposure to even low levels of lead can cause irreversible brain and nervous system damage young and unborn children are particularly vulnerable Before beginning any paint removal process you should determine whether the paint you are removing contains lead This can be done by your local health department or by a professional who uses a paint analyzer to check for lead LEAD BASED PAINT SHOULD ONLY BE REMOVED BY A PROFESSIONAL Persons removing paint should follow these guidelines 1 KEEP THE WORK AREA WELL VENTILATED Open the windows and put an exhaust fan in one of them Be sure the fan is moving air from inside to outside 2 REMOVE OR COVER any carpets rugs furniture clothing cooking utensils and air ducts 3 PLACE DROP CLOTHS in the work area to catch any paint chips or peelings Wear protective clothing such as extra work shirts overalls and hats 4 WORK IN ONE ROOM AT A TIME Furnishings should be removed or placed in the center of the room and covered Work areas should be sealed off from the rest of the dwelling by sealing doorways with drop cloths 5 CHILDREN PREGNANT OR POTENTIALLY PREGNANT women and nursing mothers should not be present in the work area until the work is done and all clean up is complete 6 WEAR A DUST RESPIRATOR or a dual dust and fume respirator mask which has been approved by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA the National Institute of Safe
22. ty and Health NIOSH or the United States Bureau of Mines These masks and replaceable filters are readily available at major hardware stores Be sure the mask fits Beards and facial hair may keep the masks from sealing properly Change filters often DISPOSABLE PAPER MASKS ARE NOT ADEQUATE 7 KEEP FOOD AND DRINK out of the work area Wash hands arms and face and rinse mouth before eating or drinking Do not smoke or chew gum or tobacco in the work area 8 CLEAN UP ALL REMOVED PAINT and dust by wet mopping the floors Use a wet cloth to clean all walls sills and any other surfaces where paint or dust is clinging DO NOT SWEEP dry dust or vacuum Use a high phosphate detergent or trisodium TSP to wash and mop areas 9 AT THE END OF EACH WORK SESSION put the paint chips and debris in a double plastic bag close it with tape or twist ties and dispose of properly 10 REMOVE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING and work shoes in the work area to avoid carrying dust into the rest of the dwelling Wash work clothes separately Wipe shoes off with a wet rag that is then washed with the work clothes Wash hair and body thoroughly with soap and water 4 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 12 AM qe 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION The Porter Cable Drywall Sander is designed for sanding walls and ceilings made of drywall or plaster The Sander provides a superior finish and is faster than conventional finishing methods for both new construction
23. xtension cord is used make sure the conductor size is large enough to prevent excessive voltage drop which will cause loss of power and possible motor damage A table of recommended extension cord sizes will be found in this section This table is based on limiting line voltage drop to 5 volts 10 volts for 230 volts at 150 of rated amperes If an extension cord is to be used outdoors it must be marked with the suffix W A or W following the cord type designation For example SUTW A to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use RECOMMENDED EXTENSION CORD SIZES FOR USE WITH PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS Length of Cord in Feet 115V 25 Ft 50Ft 100 Ft 150 Ft 200 Ft 250 Ft 300 Ft 400 Ft 500 Ft 230V 50 Ft 100 Ft 200 Ft 300 Ft 400 Ft SOO Ft 600 Ft 800 Ft 1000 Ft 0 2 18 18 18 16 16 14 14 12 12 2 3 18 18 16 14 14 12 12 10 10 E 3 4 18 18 16 14 12 12 10 10 8 4 5 18 18 14 12 12 10 10 8 8 5 6 18 16 14 12 10 10 8 8 6 6 8 18 16 12 10 10 8 6 6 6 E 8 10 18 14 12 10 8 8 6 6 4 10 12 16 14 10 8 8 6 6 4 4 2 12 14 16 12 10 8 6 6 6 4 2 3 14 16 16 12 10 8 6 6 4 4 2 16 18 14 12 8 8 6 4 4 2 2 18 20 14 12 8 6 6 4 4 2 2 5 904374 06 26 02 qxd 7 11 02 8 12 AM pe 6 ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR PAINT REMOVAL WARNING Extreme care should be taken when removing paint The peelings residue and vapors of paint may con
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