To switch off continuous operation mode:
P ress and then release the oN / oFF switch
Selecting the correct rotational
Q
speed and sanding belt
You can select the belt speed using the belt speed
adjuster wheel
even whilst the sander is running.
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The optimum belt speed depends on the workpiece
and the workpiece material. Always confirm the best
speed by carrying out a small test. The following
table lists some recommended values to help you
determine the optimum speed.
Material / type of
work
Coarse finish
(Grit grade)
Fine finish (Grit grade) 240
Preselected rotation
speed
Material / type of
work
Coarse finish
(Grit grade)
Fine finish (Grit grade) 180
Preselected rotation
speed
Material / type of
work
Coarse finish
(Grit grade)
Fine finish (Grit grade) 150
Preselected rotation
speed
3
Softwood
60
high (5-6)
Hardwood
60
high (5-6)
Chipboard
60
high (5-6)
Material / type of
work
.
Coarse finish
(Grit grade)
Fine finish (Grit grade) ––
Preselected rotation
speed
Material / type of
work
Coarse finish
(Grit grade)
Fine finish (Grit grade) 320
Preselected rotation
speed
Material / type of
work
Coarse finish
(Grit grade)
Fine finish (Grit grade) 120
Preselected rotation
speed
Material / type of
work
Coarse finish
(Grit grade)
Fine finish (Grit grade) 240
Preselected rotation
speed
Material / type of
work
Coarse finish
(Grit grade)
Fine finish (Grit grade) 150
Preselected rotation
speed
operation
Removing paint /
varnish
60
high (5-6)
Sanding varnish
150
low (1-2)
Rust removal
40
medium / high (3-4)
Plastic
120
low / medium (2-3)
Non-ferrous metals
(e.g. aluminium)
80
medium / high (3-4)
GB
31