Northern Tool 102180 User manual

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3" Angle Sander
OWNER’S MANUAL
WARNING:
Read carefully and understand all INSTRUCTIONS before
operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic
safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
Item# 102180

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For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-222-5381.
Thank you very much for choosing a NORTHERN TOOL & EQUIPMENT CO., INC.
Product! For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below:
Model: _______________ Purchase Date: _______________
Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the
entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it.
This machine is designed for certain applications only. Northern Air sander +
Equipment strongly recommends that this machine is not modified and/or used for
any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions
relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first
contacted Northern Tool + Equipment to determine if it can or should be performed
on the product.
Before using this product, please read the following instructions carefully.
Technical Specifications
Specifications
Orbit Diameter
3.5mm
Free Speed
15,000 RPM
Air Consumption
4 CFM
Air Inlet
1/4"
Pad Size
3"
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 injury.
WARNING: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. It must be
understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into
this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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WORK AREA
•Keep work area clean, free of clutter and well lit. Cluttered and dark work areas can cause
accidents.
•Do not use your air sander where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g.
in the presence of flammable liquids, gasses, or dust. Air sanders create sparks, which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
•Keep children and bystanders away while operating an air sander. Distractions can cause
you to lose control, so visitors should remain at a safe distance from the work area. Do not
let them handle machines, air sanders, extension cords, or air hoses.
•Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes and other mechanical
hazards in your work area, particularly those hazards below the work surface hidden from
the operator’s view that may be unintentionally contacted and may cause personal harm or
property damage.
•Be alert of your surroundings. Using an air sander in confined work areas may put you
dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
PERSONAL SAFETY
•Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating an air sander.
Do not use an air sander while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating air sanders may result in serious
personal injury.
•Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided.
•Use safety apparel and equipment. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
which comply with current national standards, or when needed, a face shield. Use as dust
mask in dusty work conditions. This applies to all persons in the work area. Also use
non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, gloves, dust collection systems, and hearing protection
when appropriate.
•Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or
across running machines or air hoses.
•Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before connecting to the power supply or turning on
the air sander. A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the air sander may
result in personal injury.
PNEUMATIC AIR SANDER USE AND CARE
•Do not force the air sander. Pneumatic air sanders do a better and safer job when used in
the manner for which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct air sander for
the job.
•Never use an air sander with a malfunctioning switch. Any air sander that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired by an authorized service
representative before using.
•Disconnect air supply from the air sander and place the switch in the locked or off position
before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing air sanders. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the air sander accidentally.

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•Secure work with clamps or a vise instead of your hand to hold work when practical. This
safety precaution allows for proper air sander operation using both hands.
•Store idle air sanders. When the air sander is not in use, store them in a dry, secure place
out of the reach of children. Inspect air sanders for good working condition prior to storage
and before re-use.
•Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.
Accessories that may be suitable for one air sander may create a risk of injury when used
on another air sander.
•Keep guards in place and in working order.
•Never leave an air sander running unattended.
•USE COMPRESSED AIR ONLY. Use clean, dry and regulated compressed air at no more
than 90 PSI to power this air sander. Never use oxygen, carbon dioxide or any other bottled
gas as a power source for this air sander.
•Use proper size and type air pressure line and fittings. The recommended air line for
this air sander is 3/8" delivering no more than 90 PSI. Recommended air inlet size is 1/4".
•Make sure the hose is free of obstructions or snags. Entangled hoses can cause loss of
balance or footing.
Note: Performance of the compressor (if powered by line voltage) may vary depending
on variations in local line voltage. Extension cord usage may also affect air sander
performance.
Additional Safety Warnings
•Repetitive motions or exposure to vibration may be harmful to your hands and arms.
•When wearing gloves to operate the Angle Air Sander, make sure that the gloves do not
interfere with operating the trigger. Test your gloves with the trigger before attaching the unit
to an air source.
•Never start the air sander unless you have a firm grip with both hands and you are
positioned at your workpiece or area.
•Before using the Air Sander, know what is directly underneath the work area or workpiece.
•The Air Sander can quickly penetrate material. If working directly on the ground, make sure
you are not directly above shallow cables, lines, or pipes.
•Never point the air sander or the air hose (not included) at anyone.
•Keep your finger away from the trigger until you are ready to work.

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OPERATION
Set Up
Fig. 1
1. You will need to prepare a 1/4" air connector (sold separately) to connect to the Air Inlet.
First, wrap the 1/4" air connector (not included) with pipe thread seal tape before
connecting to an Air Source Hose (not included).
2. Attach air hose to the Air Inlet on the Angle Sander. Note: If you are not using an automatic
oiler system, before operation, add a few drops of Pneumatic Air sander Oil to the airline
connection. Add a few drops more after each hour of continual use.
3. Set the air pressure on your compressor to 90 PSI. Do not exceed the recommended air
pressure of 90 PSI.
4. Check the air connection for leaks.
5. Turn off the compressor and disconnect the air source hose in preparation to add discs to
the Angle Sander.
6. Assembling the pad with the pin.
STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Make sure the air sander is disconnected from its power source before
attempting any maintenance, cleaning, or inspection.
•Maintain your air sander. It is recommended that the general condition of any air sander be
examined before it is used. Keep your air sander in good repair by adopting a program of
conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the recommended procedures found
in this manual. If any abnormal vibrations or noise occurs, turn the air sander off immediately
and have the problem corrected before further use. Have necessary repairs made by qualified
service personnel.

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•Cleaning. Use only soap and a damp cloth to clean your air sander. Many household cleaners
are harmful to plastics and other insulation. Never let liquid get inside an air sander.
Diagram
Parts List
For replacement parts and technical questions, please call 1-800-222-5381.

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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Northern Tool + Equipment Company Inc., (NTE)
with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and
territories.
NTE warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months
parts/ 12 months labor commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair
or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship. This limited
warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the
Owner’s Manual furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse,
commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water
or damage because of other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use
of any accessory or attachment not approved by NTE for use with the products(s) covered by this
manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage. This warranty is limited to ninety (90)
days from the date of original retail purchase for any NTE product that is used for rental or
commercial purposes, or any other income-producing purposes.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases:
1. Failure to heed the Pneumatic Air sander Use and Care as outlined on pages 3
and 4 of this manual.
2. Failure to follow specific Set Up instructions as outlined on page 5 of this
manual.
NTE reserves the right to change or improve the design of any NTE product without assuming any
obligation to modify any product previously manufactured.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as
to the parts as identified. No other express warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral,
except as mentioned above, given by any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer,
with respect to any product shall bind NTE during the period of the Warranty, the exclusive
remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above. (Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.)
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising
from the sales. NTE shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damages
including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or related expenses, or for
rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product. (Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.)
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the
product sold. Alteration of the safety features of the product shall void this warranty. You assume
the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and their
property arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use the product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser, original lessee
or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift.

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How State Law Relates to this Warranty: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
For questions about your warranty, please call 1-800-222-5381.
WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to the State of California 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
• 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 particles.
Northern Tool+ Equipment Co.,
2800 Southcross Drive West
P.O. Box 1499 Burnsville, MN 5337-0499
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