Corner Palm Sander Operator’s Manual

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Corner Palm Saner Operator’s Manual GPS080

Corner Palm Sander Operator’s Manual

Specifications:

•Model: GPS080•RatedPower: 120V~/60Hz,0.8Amp•NoLoadSpeed:12,000OPM•Sandpaper:Standard“Mouse™”

Includes:SandpaperAssortmentandVacuumAdaptor

WARNING:To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand this operator’s manual before operating this tool. Save this Manual for future reference.

Toll-Free Help Line: 1-888-552-8665.

WARNING:TheOperationofanypowertoolcanresultinforeignobjectsbeingthrownintoyoureyes,whichcanresultinsevereeyedamage.Beforebeginningtooloperation,alwayswearsafetygogglesorsafetyglasseswithsideshieldsandafullfaceshieldwhenneeded.WerecommendWideVisionSafetyMaskforuseovereyeglassesorstandardsafetyglasseswithsideshields.AlwaysweareyeprotectionwhichismarkedtocomplywithANSIZ87.1.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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:• leadfromlead-basedpaints,• crystallinesilicafrombricksandcementandothermasonryproducts,and• arsenicandchromiumfromchemicallytreatedlumber.

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 particles.

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WARNING:READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

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WORK AREA SAFETY:

• Keep your work area clean and well lit.Clutteredbenchesanddarkareasinviteaccidents.

• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,suchasinthepresenceofflammableliquids,gases,ordust.Powertoolscreatesparkswhichmayignitethedustorfumes.

• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.Distractionscancauseyoutolosecontrol.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Nevermodifythepluginanyway.Donotuseanyadapterplugsinanyearthed(grounded)powertools.Doubleinsulatedtoolsareequippedwithapolarizedplug(onebladeiswiderthantheother).Thisplugwillfitinapolarizedoutletonlyoneway.Iftheplugdoesnotfitfullyintheoutlet,reversetheplug.Ifitstilldoesnotfit,contactaqualifiedelectriciantoinstallapolarizedoutlet.Donotchangethepluginanyway.Doubleinsulationeliminatestheneedforthethreewiregroundedpowercordandgroundedpowersupplysystem.

•Donotexposepowertoolstorainorwetconditions.Waterenteringapowertoolwillincreasetheriskofelectricshock.

•Avoidbodycontactwithearthedorgroundedsurfacessuchaspipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. Thereisanincreasedriskofelectricshockifyourbodyisgrounded.

•Donotabusethecord.Neverusethecordforcarrying,pullingorunpluggingthepowertool.Keepcordawayfromheat,oil,sharpedgesormovingparts.Damagedcordsincreasetheriskofelectricshock.

•Whenoperatingapowertooloutside,useanextensioncordsuitable for outdoor use. Thesecordsareratedforoutdooruseandreducetheriskofelectricshock.

•DonotuseAConlyratedtoolswithaDCpowersupply.Whilethetoolmayappeartowork.TheelectricalcomponentsoftheACratedtoolarelikelytofailandrateahazardtotheoperator.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watchwhatyouaredoingandusecommonsensewhenoperatingapowertool.Donotusetoolwhiletiredorundertheinfluenceofdrugs,alcohol,ormedication.Amomentofinattentionwhileoperatingpowertoolsmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.

•Usesafetyequipment.Alwaysweareyeprotection.Safetyequipmentsuchasdustmask,non-skidsafetyshoes,hardhat,orhearingprotectionforappropriateconditionswillreducepersonalinjuries.

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•Dressproperly.Donotwearlooseclothingorjewelry.Keepyourhair,clothingandglovesawayfrommovingparts.Looseclothes,jewelryorlonghaircanbecaughtinmovingparts.Airventsmaycovermovingpartsandshouldbeavoided.

•Avoidaccidentalstarting.Ensuretheswitchisintheoffpositionbeforepluggingin.Carryingpowertoolwithyourfingerontheswitchorplugginginpowertoolsthathavetheswitchoninvitesaccidents.

•Removeanyadjustingkeysorwrenchesbeforeturningthepowertool on. Awrenchorkeythatisleftattachedtoarotatingpartofthetoolmayresultinpersonalinjury.

•Donotoverreach.Maintainproperfootingandbalanceatalltimes.Lossofbalancecancauseaninjuryinanunexpectedsituation.

• Ifdevicesareprovidedforconnectionofdustextractionandcollection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Useofthesedevicescanreducedustrelatedhazards.

•Donotusealadderorunstablesupport.Stablefootingonasolidsurfaceenablesbettercontrolofthetoolinunexpectedsituations.

•Keeptoolhandlesdry,cleanandfreefromoilandgrease.Slipperyhandlescannotsafelycontrolthetool.

TOOL USE AND CARE

• Secure the work piece. Useclamporotherpracticalwaytoholdtheworkpiecetoastableplatform.Holdingtheworkpiecebyhandoragainstyourbodyisunstableandmayleadtolossofcontrol.

•Donotforcethepowertool.Thetoolwillperformthejobbetterandsaferatthefeedrateforwhichitisdesigned.Forcingthetoolcouldpossiblydamagethetoolandmayresultinpersonalinjury.

•Usethecorrectpowertoolforthejob.Don’tforcethetoolorattachmenttodoajobforwhichitisnotdesigned.

•Donotusetoolifswitchdoesnotturnitonoroff.Anytoolthatcannotbecontrolledwiththeswitchisdangerousandmustberepairedorreplacedbyanauthorizedservicecenter.

•Turnpowertooloff,anddisconnecttheplugfromthepowersourceand/orbatterypackfromthepowertoolbeforemakinganyadjustments,changingtheaccessories,orstoringthetools. Suchpreventivesafetymeasuresreducetheriskofanaccidentalstartupwhichmaycausepersonalinjury.

•Storeidletooloutofreachofchildrenandotherinexperienced persons. Itisdangerousinthehandofuntrainedusers.

•Maintainpowertoolswithcare.Checkforproperalignmentandbindingofmovingparts,componentbreaks,andanyotherconditionsthatmayaffectthetool’soperation.Aguardoranyotherpartthatisdamagedmustbeproperlyrepairedorreplacedbyanauthorizedservicecentertoavoidriskofpersonalinjury.

•Userecommendedaccessories.Usingaccessoriesandattachmentsnotrecommendedbythemanufacturerorintendedforuseonthistypetoolmaycausedamage

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tothetoolorresultinpersonalinjurytotheuser.Consulttheoperator’smanualforrecommendedaccessories.

•Keepcuttingtoolssharpandclean.Properlymaintainedcuttingtoolswithsharpcuttingedgesarelesslikelytobindandareeasiertocontrol.

•Feedtheworkpieceinthecorrectdirectionandspeed.Feedtheworkpieceintoablade,cutter,orabrasivesurfaceagainstthedirectionofthecuttingtool’sdirectionofrotationonly.Incorrectlyfeedingtheworkpieceinthesamedirectionmaycausetheworkpiecetobethrownoutathighspeed.

•Neverleavethetoolrunningunattended,turnthepoweroff.Donotleavethetooluntilitcomestoacompletestop.

•Neverstartthepowertoolwhenanyrotatingcomponentisincontact with the work piece.

WARNING:USE OF THIS TOOL CAN GENERATE AND DISBURSE DUST OR OTHER AIRBORNE PARTICLES, INCLUDING WOOD DUST, CRYSTALLINE SILICA DUST AND ASBESTOS. Direct particles away from face and body. Always operate tool in a well-ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection system wherever possible. Exposure to the dust may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury, including silicosis (a serious lung disease), cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the dust, and avoid prolonged contact with the dust. Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material. Always use properly fitting NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap and water.

SERVICE

• Have Your Power Tool Serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. Thiswillensurethatthesafetyofthepowertoolismaintained.

•ServiceYourPowerToolperiodically.Whencleaningatool,becarefulnottodisassembleanyportionofthetoolsinceinternalwiresmaybemisplacedorpinched.

WARNING:READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

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EXTENSION CORDS

Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord.Doubleinsulatedtoolscanuseeitheratwoorthreewireextensioncord.Asthedistancefromthepowersupplyoutletincreases,youmustuseaheaviergaugeextensioncord.Usingextensioncordswithinadequatelysizedwirecausesaseriousdropinvoltage,resultinginlossofpowerandpossibletooldamage.Refertothetableshownbelowtodeterminetherequiredminimumwiresize.Thesmallerthegaugenumberofthewire,thegreaterthecapacityofthecord.Forexample:a14-gaugecordcancarryahighercurrentthana16-gaugecord.Whenusingmorethanoneextensioncordtomakeupthetotallength,besureeachcordcontainsatleasttheminimumwiresizerequired.Ifyouareusingoneextensioncordformorethanonetool,addthenameplateamperesandusethesumtodeterminetherequiredminimumwiresize.

Guidelines for Using Extension Cords• Ifyouareusinganextensioncordoutdoors,besureitismarkedwiththesuffix“W-A”(“W”inCanada)toindicatethatitisacceptableforoutdooruse.

• Besureyourextensioncordisproperlywiredandingoodelectricalcondition.Alwaysreplaceadamagedextensioncordorhaveitrepairedbyaqualifiedpersonbeforeusingit.

• Protectyourextensioncordsfromsharpobjects,excessiveheat,anddamporwetareas.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR PALM SANDERS

WARNING: DO NOT LET COMFORT OR FAMILIARITY WITH PRODUCT (GAINED FROM REPEATED USE) REPLACE STRICT ADHERENCE TO PRODUCT SAFETY RULES. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury!

WARNING:Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where cutting tools may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator!

•Alwaysholdthetoolfirmlyinyourhandsbeforeswitchingthetool “ON”. Thereactiontothetorqueofthemotorasitacceleratestofullspeedmaycausethetooltotwist.

•Donotleavethetoolrunning.Operatethetoolonlywhenhand-held.

•Thistoolhasnotbeenwaterproofed,sodonotusewaterontheworkpiecesurfaces.

Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cords (120 Volt)

Nameplate Amperes

(At Full Load)

Extension Cord Length

25 Feet 50 Feet 75 Feet 100 Feet 150 Feet 200 Feet

0–2.0 18 18 18 18 16 16

2.1–3.4 18 18 18 16 14 14

3.5–5.0 18 18 16 14 12 12

5.1–7.0 18 16 14 12 12 10

7.1–12.0 18 14 12 10 8 8

12.1–16.0 14 12 10 10 8 6

16.1–20.0 12 10 8 8 6 6

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•Ventilateyourworkareaadequatelywhenyouperformsandingoperations.

•Weareyeandhearingprotection.Alwaysusesafetyglasseswithsideshields.Unlessotherwisespecified,everydayglassesprovideonlylimitedimpactresistance,theyarenotsafetyglasses.Useonlycertifiedsafetyequipment;eyeprotectionequipmentshouldcomplywithANSIz87.1standards.ProtectivehearingequipmentshouldcomplywithANSIs3.19standards.

•Protectyourlungs. Wearafaceordustmaskiftheoperationisdusty.Followingthisrulewillreducetheriskofpersonalinjury.

SAFETYRULESFORPAINTREMOVAL

WARNING: Extreme care should be taken when removing paint. The peelings, residue, and vapors of paint may contain 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.

Beforebeginninganypaintremovalprocessyoushoulddeterminewhetherthepaintyouareremovingcontainslead.Thiscanbedonebyyourlocalhealthdepartmentorbyaprofessionalwhousesapaintanalyzertocheckforlead.

WARNING: Lead-based paint should only be removed by a professional.Persons removing paint should follow these guidelines

1. Keep the work area well ventilated. Openthewindowsandputanexhaustfaninoneofthem.Besurethefanismovingairfrominsidetooutside.

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. Wearprotectiveclothingsuchasextraworkshirts,overallsandhats.

4. Work in one room at a time. Furnishingsshouldberemovedorplacedinthecenteroftheroomandcovered.Workareasshouldbesealedofffromtherestofthedwellingbysealingdoorwayswithdropcloths.

5. Children, pregnant or potentially pregnant women and nursing mothers should not be present in the work area untiltheworkisdoneandallcleanupiscomplete.

6. Keep food and drink out of the work area. Washhands,arms,andfaceandrinsemouthbeforeeatinganddrinking.Donotsmokeorchewgumortobaccointheworkarea.

7. Clean up all removed paint and dust by wet mopping the floors. Useawetclothtocleanallwalls,sillsandanyothersurfaceswherepaintordustisclinging.Donotsweep,drydustorvacuum.Useahighphosphatedetergentortrisodium(TSP)towashandmopareas.

8. At the end of each work session, putthepaintchipsanddebrisinadoubleplasticbag,closeitwithtapeortwisttiesanddisposeproperly.

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9. Remove protective clothing and work shoes in the work area to avoid carrying dust into the rest of the dwelling. Washworkclothesseparately.Wipeshoesoffwithawetrag,andthenwashthatragwiththeworkclothes.Washhairandbodythoroughlywithsoapandwater.

WARNING: USE OF THIS TOOL CAN GENERATE AND DISBURSE DUST OR OTHER AIRBORNE PARTICLES, INCLUDING WOOD DUST, CRYSTALLINE SILICA DUST AND ASBESTOS. Direct particles away from face and body. Always operate tool in a well-ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection system wherever possible. Exposure to the dust may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury, including silicosis (a serious lung disease), cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the dust, and avoid prolonged contact with the dust. Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material. Always use properly fitting NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap and water.

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YOUR CORNER PALM SANDER

1. ON/OFFSwitch2. HookandLoopQuickAttachingPad3. RubberizedPalmGrip

UNPACKING AND CONTENT

IMPORTANT:Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely the tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.

Contents in Package:

Description QTYSander 1Sandpaper 3VacuumAdaptor 1Operator’sManual 1

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OPERATION

WARNING: Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating name plate.

WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting, adding accessories, or checking a function on the tool.

ATTACHING SANDPAPER, SCRUBBING PAD (NOT INCLUDED) AND POLISHING PAD (NOT INCLUDED)

ThesandercomeswithaHookandLoopQuickattachingpad.AlignthepointedtipandroundededgeofthissandpaperorapadwiththepointedtipandroundededgeoftheHookandLooppad.Carefullypressthefuzzysideofthesandpaperagainstthepadastightlyaspossible.

NOTE: Sandpaper can be reused for the life of the sanding abrasive. It is recommended that you keep the sandpaper backing pad clean to provide for the best adhesion. Clean occasionally by brushing backing pad lightly with a small brush.

To remove sandpaper and pads, simplypulltheusedsandpaperofftheHook&Loopbaseandattachthedesiredsandpaperbypressingitontothebaseofthesander.

SWITCH ACTION

CAUTION: Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the tool is switched off.

Theswitchcanbelockedin"ON"positionforeaseofoperatorcomfortduringextendeduse.Applycautionwhenlockingtoolin"ON"positionandmaintainafirmgrasponthetool.Yoursanderisequippedwithaflexibleplasticbootthatcoversthe"ON/OFF"switch;thisisreferredtoasa"dust-protectedswitch".Itisnotuncommonforsanderstocollectlargeamountsofairbornesawdustintheswitcharea,which,ifnotclearedout,maycausetheswitchtobecomenon-functional.Thedustprotectedswitch,ontheotherhand,cannotaccumulatedustintheswitcharea.

To start the sander, pressdownthe"I"(ON)sideoftheswitch. To stop the sander, pressdownthe"O"(OFF)sideoftheswitch.

OPERATING

• Connectthesandertopowersource.• Securetheworkpiecebyclamporotherdevicetopreventitfrommovingunderthesander.• Graspsandertightlyinfrontandawayfromyou;keepitclearoftheworkpiece.Turnonsanderandletmotorbuildtoitsmaximumspeed.Slowlylowerthesanderontotheworkpiece.Movethesanderslowlyacrosstheworkpieceusingsmallcircularmotions.

Do not force the tool.Letitdothework.Lightpressureisallthatisrequiredforsanding,polishingandscrubbing.Excessivepressurewillslowthemotor,rapidlywearsandpaper,reducesanderspeedandproduceinferiorresults.Anyfinishorresinonwoodmaysoftenfromfrictionalheat.Donotsandononespotfortoolong,assandermayremovetoomuchmaterial,makingyoursurfaceuneven.

Extensive periods of sanding may tend to overheat the motor.Ifitthisoccurs,turnsanderoffandwaituntilsandpapercomestoacompletestop,thenremoveitfromtheworkpiece,andletitcooldownbeforeusingitagain.

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CAUTION: To avoid damaging the motor from overheating, be careful not to let your hand cover the air vents.

For detail sanding such as corners and crevices,usethetipofthesandingpadwithsmallbackandforthmotions.

MAINTENANCE

CLEANING

Avoidusingsolventswhencleaningplasticparts.Mostplasticsaresusceptibletodamagefromvarioustypesofcommercialsolventsandmaybedamagedbytheiruse.Usecleanclothstoremovedirt,dust,oil,grease,etc.

WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.Electrictoolsusedonfiberglassmaterial,wallboard,spacklingcompounds,orplasteraresubjecttoacceleratedwearandpossibleprematurefailurebecausethefiberglasschipsandgrindingsarehighlyabrasivetobearings,brushes,commutators,etc.Consequently,wedonotrecommendedusingthistoolforextendedworkonthesetypesofmaterials.However,ifyoudoworkwithanyofthesematerials,itisextremelyimportanttocleanthetoolusingcompressedair.

LUBRICATIONThistoolispermanentlylubricatedatthefactoryandrequiresnoadditionallubrication.

TWO-YEAR WARRANTY

Thisproductiswarrantedfreefromdefectsinmaterialandworkmanshipfor2yearsafterdateofpurchase.Thislimitedwarrantydoesnotcovernormalwearandtearordamagefromneglectoraccident.Theoriginalpurchaseriscoveredbythiswarrantyanditisnottransferable.Priortoreturningyourtooltostorelocationofpurchase,pleasecallToll-FreeHelpLineforpossiblesolutions.THIS PRODUCT IS NOT WARRANTED IF USED FOR INDUSTRIAL OR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES.

TOLL-FREE HELP LINEForquestionsaboutthisoranyotherGENESISProduct,pleasecallToll-Free:888-552-8665.Orvisitourwebsite:www.richpowerinc.com

Richpower Industries, Inc.736 Hampton Road

Williamston, SC USAwww.richpowerinc.com