Performance Tool W50084 User manual

1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
PERFORMANCE TOOL® extends only the following warranties, and only to original retail purchasers. These warranties give specific legal
rights. Except where prohibited by local law, the law of the State of Washington governs all warranties and all exclusions and limitations of
warranties and remedies. There may be other rights which vary from state to state.
PERFORMANCE TOOL® warrants the product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service. A
defective product may be returned for a free replacement within 90 days from the date of purchase, provided that product is returned to
place of purchase immediately after discovery of defect. After 90 days and up to one year from date of purchase, PERFORMANCETOOL®
will replace at no charge any parts which our examination shall disclose to be defective and under warranty.
These warranties exclude blades, bits, punches, dies, bulbs, fuses, hoses, and other consumables which must be replaced under normal
use and service. These warranties shall not apply to any product or part which is used for a purpose for which it is not designed, or which
has been repaired or altered in any way so as to affect adversely its performance or reliability, nor shall these warranties apply to any
product or part which has been subject to misuse, neglect, accident or wear and tear incident to normal use and service.
PERFORMANCE TOOL® does not authorize any other person to make any warranty or to assume any liability in connection with its
products.
Except for warranties of title and the limited express warranties set forth above, PERFORMANCE TOOL® makes no express or implied
warranties of any kind with respect to its products. In particular, PERFORMANCE TOOL® makes no implied warranty of merchantability
and no implied warranty of fitness for any particular purpose, except that for goods purchased primarily for personal, family or household
use and not for commercial or business use, PERFORMANCE TOOL® makes an implied warranty of merchantability (and, if otherwise
applicable, an implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose), but only for the particular qualities or characteristics, and for the
duration, expressly warranted above. The laws on limitation of implied warranties may differ from state to state, so the above limitations
may not apply in all cases.
PERFORMANCE TOOL® shall not be liable for consequential, incidental or special damages resulting from or in any manner related to
any product, or to the design, use, or any inability to use the product. The sole and exclusive remedy for a defective product or part shall be
the repair, or replacement thereof as provided above. The laws on limitation of remedies or on consequential, incidental or special
damages may vary from state to state, so the above limitations may not apply in all cases.
7" VARIABLE SPEED
POLISHER/SANDER
OWNER’S MANUAL
Item Number W50084
WARNING
It is the owner and/or operators’ responsibility to study all WARNINGS, operating, and maintenance
instructions contained on the product label and instruction manual prior to operation of this product. The
owner/operator shall retain product instructions for future reference.
The owner and/or operator are responsible for maintenance, maintaining all decals or warning labels and
while in use, maintaining the unit in good working order. If the owner and/or operator are not fluent in English,
the product warnings and instructions shall be read and discussed with the operators’ native language by the
purchaser/owner or his designee. Make sure that the operator comprehends its contents. Safety information
shall be emphasized and understood prior to usage. The product shall be inspected per the operating
instructions.
Users of this product must fully understand these instructions. Each person operating this product must also
be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance that might impair their
vision, dexterity or judgment.
Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information.
Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage!

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SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications are
subject to change
without notice.
No-load Speed: ................................................800-3000 RPM
Amperage: ..........................................................................11A
Max Accessory Diameter: ....................................7’’ (178mm)
Spindle Thread: ........................................................... 5/8’’-11
Motor: ..................................................................120 V ~ 60hz
WARNING: Read and understand this entire instruction manual before attempting to assemble, install, operate or
maintain this product. Failure to comply with the instructions may result in serious personal injury and/or property
damage!
The following signal words are used to emphasize safety warnings that must be followed when using this
product:
This instruction manual is intended for your benefit. Please read and follow the safety, installation, maintenance and
troubleshooting steps described within to ensure your safety and satisfaction. The contents of this instruction manual are
based upon the latest product information available at the time of publication. The manufacturer reserves the right to make
product changes at any time without notice.
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, WILL result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, COULD result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE Indicates important information, which if not
followed, MAY cause damage to equipment.
After opening the carton, unpack your new product and related parts & accessories. Please inspect it carefully for
any damage that may have occurred during transit. Please check it against the photograph on carton.
WARNING DO NOT operate this product if damaged during shipment, handling or misuse. Do not operate the
product until the parts have been replaced or the fault rectified. Failure to do so may result in serious personal
injury or property damage. All damaged parts must be repaired or replaced as needed prior to operating this
product. Check to see that all nuts, bolts and fittings are secure before putting this product into service.
Please have the serial number, model number, and date of purchase available for reference when calling.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THIS
PRODUCT. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGEAND
WILL VOID WARRANTY.
1. Always use common sense and pay particular attention to all
the DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE statements
of this manual. The safety instructions provided are not in-
tended to cover all possible conditions and practices that may
occur when operating, maintaining and cleaning power tools.
2. Observe work area conditions. Do not use machines or power
tools in damp or wet locations. Don’t expose to rain. Keep
work area well lighted. Do not use electrically powered tools
in the presence of ammable gases or liquids. Do not bring
combustible materials near the tools. Power tools create
sparks, which may ignite the dust or fumes. Keep work area
clean and well lit. Cluttered work areas invite accidents.
3. Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on ap-
plication, use face shield, safety goggles or safety glasses.
as appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing protectors, gloves
and workshop apron capable of stopping small abrasive or
workpiece fragments. the eye protection must be capable
of stopping ying debris generated by various operations.
The eye protection must be capable of stopping ying debris
generated by various operations. The dust mask or respirator
must be capable of ltering out particles generated by your
operation. Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may
cause hearing loss.
4. Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating
this product. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Anyone entering the work area must wear personal protective
equipment. Fragments of workpiece or of a broken accessory
may y away and cause injury beyond immediate area of
operation.
5. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense
when operating this product. Do not use this product while
tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating this product may result
in serious personal injury. Keep proper footing and balance
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Overheating.
1. Forcing tool to work too fast.
2. Blocked motor housing
vents.
3. Motor being strained by long
or small diameter extension
cord.
1. Allow tool to work at its own
rate.
2. WearANSI-approved safety
goggles and NIOSH-
approved dust mask
respirator while blowing
dust out of motor using
compressed air.
3. Eliminate use of extension
cord. If an extension cord is
needed, use one with the
proper diameter for its
length and load. See
Extension Cords in
GROUNDING section.
Tool does not sand
or polish effectively.
1. Disc accessory may be
loose on Spindle.
2. Disc accessory may be
damaged, worn or wrong
type for the material.
3. Wax sprays off polishing
pad.
1. Be sure disc accessory
arbor is correct and Outer
Flange/Arbor Nut is tight.
2. Check condition and type of
disc accessory. Use only
proper type of disc accessory
in good condition.
3. Reduce RPM to minimum
setting.
WARNING Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or
servicing the tool. Disconnect power supply before service.

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they will be reinstalled.
c. If either carbon brush is worn down by
more than 1/2, replace them both.
d. To clean old carbon brushes before
reusing them, rub the contact areas with
a pencil eraser.
e. Reinsert the old carbon brushes in the
same orientation to reduce wear.
f. When installing, make sure the carbon
portions of the brushes contact the
motor armature, and that the springs
face away from the motor. Also, make
sure the springs operate freely.
g. Replace the Carbon Brush Covers.
Do not overtighten.
NOTE
: New carbon brushes tend to spark
when rst used until they wear and conform
to the motor’s armature.
WARNING If the supply cord of this
power tool is damaged, it must be replaced
only by a qualied service technician.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Tool will not start.
1. Cord not connected.
2. No power at outlet.
3. Internal damage or wear.
(Carbon brushes or switch,
for example.)
1. Check that cord is plugged
in.
2. Check power at outlet. If
outlet has no power, turn off
tool and check circuit
breaker. If breaker is
tripped, make sure circuit is
right capacity for tool and
circuit has no other loads.
3. Replace Carbon Brushes
and/ or have technician
service tool.
Tool operates slowly.
1. Excess pressure applied to
workpiece.
2. Power being reduced by
long or small diameter
extension cord.
1. Decrease pressure, allow
tool to do the work.
2. Eliminate use of extension
cord. If an extension cord is
needed, use one with the
proper diameter for its
length and load. See
Extension Cords in
GROUNDING section.
Performance
decreases over time. Carbon brushes worn or damaged. Replace brushes.
Excessive noise
or rattling.
Internal damage or wear.
(Carbon brushes or bearings,
for example.) Have technician service tool.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
at all times. Do not reach over or across running machines,
hoses, cords, etc.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. Work Safe. Operate tool a safe distance from yourself and oth-
ers in the work area. Do not run the power tool while carrying
it at your side. Accidental contact with the spinning accessory
could snag your clothing, pulling the accessory into your body.
Never lay the power tool down until the accessory has come to
a complete stop. The spinning accessory may grab the surface
and pull the power tool out of your control. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. Do not overreach, especially on
ladders. Be certain ladders being used are sturdy, stable, on a
rm surface and erected as safe working angles. Do not reach
over or across running machines, hoses, cords, etc.
8. Inspect before every use; do not use if parts are loose or
damaged.
9. Do not alter this product in any way.
10. Use the right tool for the job. Do not attempt to force a small
tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool.
Don’t use a tool whose performance is not adequate for your
work. Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for a
purpose for which it was not intended.
11. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the
plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodied plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
12. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s)
before use. Electromagnetic elds in close proximity to heart
pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pace-
maker failure. In addition, people with pacemakers should:
• Avoid operating alone.
• Do not use with power switch locked on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical shock.
• Any power cord must be properly grounded. Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) should also be implemented – it
prevents sustained electrical shock.
13. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such
as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
14. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
15. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Position the cord clear
of the spinning accessory. If you lose control, the cord may
be cut or snagged and your hand or arm may be pulled
into the spinning accessory. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
16. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor
use reduces the risk of electric shock.
17. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable,
use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply.
Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
18. Use power tool ONLY on adequately rated circuits to avoid
overheating of electrical systems.
19. Prevent accidental starting. Ensure switch is in the “OFF”
position before connecting to power source and/or battery
pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools
with your nger on the switch or energizing power tools that
have the switch “ON” invites accidents.
20. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and
off.Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
21. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person
using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the power tool is maintained. Follow instructions
in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthor-
ized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may
create a risk of shock or injury.
22. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry im-
portant safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact
Performance Tool® for a replacement.
23. Disconnect the plug from the power source before making
any adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
24. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition
that may affect the power tool’s operation. Regularly clean
the power tool’s air vents. The motor’s fan will draw the dust
inside the housing and excessive accumulation of powdered
metal may cause electrical hazards. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained power tools.
25. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accor-
dance with these instructions, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power
tool for operations different from those intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
26. Store idle equipment. When not in use, tools must be stored
in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep
out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Switch
off all unused electrical tools when stored. Disconnect battery
from unit. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
27. Operations such as grinding, wire brushing, or cutting-off
are not recommended to be performed with this power tool.
Operations for which the power tool was not designed may
create a hazard and cause personal injury.
28. Do not use accessories which are not specically designed
and recommended by the tool manufacturer. Just because
the accessory can be attached to your power tool, it does not
assure safe operation.
29. The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to
the maximum speed marked on the power tool. Accessories
running faster than their RATED SPEED can break and y
apart.
30. The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory
must be within the capacity rating of your power tool. Incor-
rectly sized accessories cannot be adequately guarded or
controlled.
31. The arbor size of wheels, anges, backing pads or any other
accessory must properly t the spindle of the power tool.
Accessories with arbor holes that do not match the mounting
hardware of the power tool will run out of balance, vibrate
excessively and may cause loss of control.
32. Do not use excessively oversized sanding disc paper. Follow
manufacturer’s recommendations when selecting sanding
paper. Larger sanding paper extending beyond the sanding
pad presents a laceration hazard and may cause snagging,
tearing of the disc or kickback.
33. Do not allow any loose portion of the polishing bonnet or its
attachment strings to spin freely. tuck away or trim any loose
attachment strings. Loose and spinning attachment strings
can entangle your ngers or snag on the workpiece.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
34. Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use inspect
the accessory such as abrasive wheels for chips and cracks,
backing pad for cracks, tear or excess wear, wire brush for
loose or cracked wires. If power tool or accessory is dropped,
inspect for damage or install an undamaged accessory.After
inspecting and installing an accessory, position yourself and
bystanders away from the plane of the rotating accessory and
run the power tool at maximum no-load speed for one minute.
Damaged accessories will normally break apart during this
test time.
35. Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, when
performing an operation where the accessory may contact
hidden wiring or its own cord. An accessory contacting a “liveˮ
wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live”
and shock the operator.
36. Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants. Using
water or other liquid coolants may result in electrocution or
shock.
37. Do not depress the spindle lock when starting or during
operation.
38. Use clamps (not included) or other practical ways 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 and personal injury.
39. 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 or 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 lter out microscopic particles.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
40. WARNING: Handling the cord on this product will expose you
to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause
cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling. (California Health & Safety Code §
25249.5, et seq.)
41. KICKBACK WARNING: Kickback is a sudden reaction to a
pinched or snagged rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any
other accessory. Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of
the rotating accessory which in turn causes the uncontrolled
power tool to be forced in the direction opposite of the acces-
sory’s rotation at the point of the binding. For example, if an
abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched by the workpiece, the
edge of the wheel that is entering into the pinch point can dig
into the surface of the material causing the wheel to climb out
or kick out. The wheel may either jump toward or away from
the operator, depending on direction of the wheel’s movement
at the point of pinching. Abrasive wheels may also break
under these conditions. Kickback is the result of power tool
misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions
and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given
below.
1. Maintain a rm grip on the power tool and position your
body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. always
use auxiliary handle, if provided, for maximum control over
kickback or torque reaction during start-up. The operator can
control torque reactions or kickback forces, if proper precau-
tions are taken.
2. Never place your hand near the rotating accessory.Acces-
sory may kickback over your hand.
3. Do not position your body in the area where power tool
will move if kickback occurs. Kickback will propel the tool in
direction opposite to the wheel’s movement at the point of
snagging.
4. Use special care when working corners, sharp edges etc.
avoid bouncing and snagging the accessory. Corners, sharp
edges or bouncing have a tendency to snag the rotating
accessory and cause loss of control or kickback.
5. Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade or toothed
saw blade. Such blades create frequent kickback and loss of
control.
42. VIBRATION WARNING: This tool vibrates during use.
Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may cause tem-
porary or permanent physical injury, particularly to the hands,
arms and shoulders. To reduce the risk of vibration-related
injury:
1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an extended
period should rst be examined by a doctor and then have
regular medical check-ups to ensure medical problems are
not being caused or worsened from use. Pregnant women
or people who have impaired blood circulation to the hand,
past hand injuries, nervous system disorders, diabetes, or
Raynaud’s Disease should not use this tool. If you feel any
medical or physical symptoms related to vibration (such as
tingling, numbness, and white or blue ngers), seek medical
advice as soon as possible.
2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces the blood
supply to the hands and ngers, increasing the risk of
vibration-related injury.
3. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the vibration effects on the
user.
4. Use tools with the lowest vibration when there is a choice
between different processes.
5. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.
6. Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still keeping safe
control of it). Let the tool do the work.
7. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as explained in
this manual. If any abnormal vibration occurs, stop use
immediately.
43. The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in
this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions
and situations that may 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.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind-
ing, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
WARNING: This product and its packaging contain a chemical
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.
OPERATION
3. Rotate the Speed Dial to select the
desired speed setting.
4. Plug the Power Cord of the Polisher/
Sander into a grounded 120 volt,
electrical outlet.
5. To start, grip the Polisher/Sander rmly
with both hands and press the Trigger.
Release the Trigger to stop. To use the
Lock on button, while holding in the
Trigger, press the Lock On Button, then
release the Trigger. The Polisher/Sander
will stay on. Press and release the
Trigger to stop.
6. Wait until the Polisher/Sander has
reached full speed, then gently contact
the surface.
7. Keep heavy pressure off of the Polisher/
Sander when operating. Allow the
sanding disk to do the work.
8. Move the Polisher/Sander in a uniform
pattern up and down or side to side as
you sand to ensure even sanding.
9. Periodically, stop the Polisher/Sander
and check for possible disc wear.
Replace used or worn sanding discs
when necessary.
10. When nished, turn off and unplug the
Polisher/Sander.
11. Allow the tool to come to a complete
stop before setting it down.
12. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool
and disconnect its power supply after
use. Clean, then store the tool indoors
out of children’s reach.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
NOTICE Procedures not specifically ex-
plained in this manual must be performed
only by a qualified technician.
WARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM A ACCIDENTAL OPERA-
TION: Release the trigger and unplug
the tool from its electrical outlet before
performing any inspection, maintenance,
or cleaning procedures.
WARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE: Do not
use damaged equipment. if abnormal
noise or vibration occurs, have the prob-
lem corrected before further use.
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the
general condition of the tool. Check for:
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of
moving parts,
• cracked or broken parts,
• damaged electrical wiring, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces of
the tool with clean cloth.
3. Periodically blow dust and grit out of the
motor vents using dry compressed air.
WearANSI-approved safety goggles and
NIOSH-approved breathing protection
while doing this.
4. Periodically recheck all nuts, bolts, and
screws for tightness.
5. Remove Foam Pad from Backing Pad
when Polisher/Sander is not in use. This
will allow Backing Pad to dry and retain
its original shape. Wash with mild soap
and water before storing.
6. The Polishing Bonnet may be machine
washed in cold water with mild
detergent. Do not put in the dryer.
7. Use only a clean cloth and mild
detergent to clean the body of the
Polisher. Do not use solvents. Do not
immerse any part of the tool in liquid.
8. CARBON BRUSH MAINTENANCE.
The carbon brushes may require
maintenance when the motor
performance of the tool decreases or
stops working completely. To maintain
the brushes:
a. Remove the Carbon Brush Cover on
each side of the motor housing.
b. Remove the carbon brushes from the
housing. Keep track of which
orientation the old carbon brushes
were in to prevent needless wear if

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Figure B
1. Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord.
Double Insulated tools can use either a two or three
wire extension cord.
2. As the distance from the supply outlet increases,
you must use a heavier gauge extension cord.
Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire
causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of
power and possible tool damage. (See table a.)
3. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the
greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14
gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16
gauge cord. (See table a.)
4. When using more than one extension cord to make
up the total length, make sure each cord contains at
least the minimum wire size required. (See table a.)
EXTENSION CORDS
1. Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have
a three wire cord and three prong ground-
ing plug. The plug must be connected to a
properly grounded outlet. If the tool should
electrically malfunction or break down,
grounding provides a low resistance path to
carry electricity away from the user, reducing
the risk of electric shock. (See Figure A.)
2. The grounding prong in the plug is connected
through the green wire inside the cord to
the grounding system in the tool. The green
wire in the cord must be the only wire con-
nected to the tool’s grounding system and
must never be attached to an electrically “live”
terminal. (See Figure A.)
3. Your tool must be plugged into an ap-
propriate outlet, properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all codes and
ordinances. The plug and outlet should look
like those in the following illustration. (See
Figure A)
DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS: TOOLS WITH TWO PRONG PLUGS
GROUNDING
GROUNDED TOOLS: TOOLS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS
Figure A
1. Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not
require grounding. They have a special double
insulation system which satisfies OSHA
requirements and complies with the applicable
standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.,
the Canadian Standard Association, and the
National Electrical Code. (See Figure B.)
2. Double insulated tools may be used in either
of the 120 volt outlets shown in the following
illustration. (See Figure B.)
WARNING: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT
GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in
doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug
provided with the tool. never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the
tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. if damaged, have it repaired by a service
facility before use. if the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
OPERATION
5. Plug the Power Cord into an electrical
extension cord (not included). Then,
plug the extension cord into a grounded,
GFCI-protected, 120 volt electrical outlet.
WARNING To prevent electric shock,
keep cord connection off ground.
NOTE : Always start and stop the Polisher/
Sander while it is held rmly against the
surface of the vehicle. Failure to do so may
result in the Foam Pad or Polishing Bonnet
being thrown from the Polishing Pad.
6. To start, position the unit on the area to
be polished, grip the Polisher/Sander
rmly with both hands and press the
Trigger. Release the Trigger to stop. To
use the Lock on button, while holding in
the Trigger, press the Lock On Button,
then release the Trigger. The Polisher/
Sander will stay on. Press and release
the Trigger to stop.
7. Keep pressure off of the Polisher/Sander
when operating. The Foam Pad should
LIGHTLY contact the polishing surface.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the
foam pad, polishing bonnet, and vehicle
nish: Only apply the pad/bonnet at
against the surface, see below.
8. Begin using the Polisher/Sander to apply
wax to the vehicle. Apply the wax to
all at surfaces with broad, sweeping
strokes in a crisscross pattern. Apply
the wax evenly over the surface of the
vehicle.
9. Add additional wax to the Polishing Pad
as needed. To add additional wax:
A. Stop the tool and allow the Polisher/
Sander to come to a complete stop.
B. Add a small amount of wax evenly
over the pad surface.
C. Avoid using too much wax. For
additional applications of wax to Foam
Pad, reduce the amount of wax. The
Foam Pad will not absorb as much
wax in subsequent applications.
D. Resume operation.
NOTE : The most common error when wax-
ing/polishing a vehicle is applying too much
wax. If the Foam Pad becomes saturated
with wax, applying wax will be more difcult
and will take longer. Applying too much wax
may also reduce the life of the Foam Pad.
If the Foam Pad continually comes off the
Backing Pad during use, too much wax may
have been applied.
10. After the wax has been applied to the
vehicle’s surface, turn off the Polisher/
Sander. Unplug the Power Cord from
the electrical extension cord.
11. Remove the Foam Pad from the
Backing Pad and with your hand and
the Foam Pad, apply wax to any hard
to reach areas of the vehicle such as
around lights, door handles, under
bumpers, etc.
12. Allow sufcient time for the wax to dry.
13. Place a clean Polishing Bonnet (sold
separately) securely onto the Backing
Pad.
NOTE : Tightly pull the string to secure
the Polishing Bonnet. Secure the string
and keep it out of the way by tying several
knots.
NOTE : Start and stop the Polisher/Sander
only while it is held rmly against the
surface of the vehicle. Failure to do so may
result in the Bonnet being thrown from the
Backing Pad.
14. Start the Polisher/Sander and begin
bufng off the dried wax.
15. When you have removed as much wax
as you can with the Polisher/Sander,
turn off and unplug the Polisher/Sander.
16. Remove the Polishing Bonnet from
Backing Pad. Using the Polishing
Bonnet, remove the wax from all hard to
reach areas of the vehicle.
SANDING
1. Make sure that the surface to be sanded
is wiped clean of all dirt and debris,
especially that of previous courser
sanding sessions, which will scratch the
surface of a ner grit sanding session.
2. Attach the desired grit Sanding Disk
(sold separately) onto the Backing Pad.

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SETUP - BEFORE USE
WARNING Read the ENTIRE IMPOR-
TANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at
the beginning of this manual including all
text under subheadings therein before set
up or use of this product.
WARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERA-
TION: Release the trigger and unplug
the tool from its electrical outlet before
assembling or making any adjustments to
the tool.
NOTE For additional information regarding the
parts listed in the following pages, refer
to the Assembly Diagram near the end of
this manual.
INSTALLING THE AUXILIARY
HANDLES
WARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY: Do not operate this tool without
an auxiliary handle properly installed.
The D-Handle (included) may be installed
for either right-hand or left-hand use.
Option 1: using with the D-handle
Attach the D-Handle to the sides of the
Front Cover, using the Hex Key and two
Hex Head Bolts.
Option 2: using with a Side handle (Side
handle not included).
WARNING Read the ENTIRE IMPOR-
TANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at
the beginning of this manual including all
text under subheadings therein before set
up or use of this product.
INSTALLING THE BACKING
PAD/FOAM PAD
1. The accessory MUST be:
• Rated to at least 3000 RPM.
•
No larger than 7" (178 mm) in diameter.
• Fitted with a threaded opening
of 5/8" x 11 TPI.
• undamaged.
• a backing pad.
2. Press in and hold the Spindle Lock
Button to prevent the Spindle from
turning.
3. Thread the Backing Pad onto the Spindle
until rmly secured in place.
WORKPIECE AND WORK AREA SET UP
1. Designate a work area that is clean and
well-lit. The work area must not allow
access by children or pets to prevent
distraction and injury.
2. Route the power cord along a safe
route to reach the work area without
creating a tripping hazard or exposing
the power cord to possible damage. The
power cord must reach the work area
with enough extra length to allow free
movement while working.
3. Secure loose workpieces using a vise
or clamps (not included) to prevent
movement while working.
4. There must not be hazardous objects,
such as utility lines or foreign objects,
nearby that will present a hazard while
working.
POLISHING
1. Make sure the surface to polish has been
thoroughly washed, and is free of dust,
dirt, oil, grease, etc.
2. Place a clean Foam Pad (sold
separately) securely onto the Backing
Pad.
3. Apply about two tablespoons of wax (not
included) evenly on the clean Foam Pad.
CAUTION Do not apply the wax directly
to the surface of the vehicle. The amount
of wax needed will vary according to the
size of the vehicle being waxed.
4. Rotate the Speed Dial to select the
desired speed between 1 and 4.
CAUTION Only use the slower speeds
(1 through 4) for polishing. Otherwise,
damage may occur to the paint being pol-
ished. Performance Tool® is not respon-
sible for damage to the vehicle’s finish
due to improper use of this Polisher/
Sander.
OPERATION
5. If you are using one extension cord for more than
one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the
sum to determine the required minimum cord size.
(See table a.)
6. If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make
sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in
Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.
7. Make sure the extension cord is properly wired
and in good electrical condition. Always replace a
damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a
qualified electrician before using it.
8. Protect the extension cords from sharp
objects,excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.
GROUNDING
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn
their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
V Volts Voltage (Potential)
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (Cycles per Second)
W Watt Power
Kg Kilograms Weight
Alternating Current Type of Current
Direct Current Type of Current
Alternating or Direct Current Type of Current
Earthing Terminal Grounding Terminal
Class II Construction Denotes Double Insulation
min Minutes Time
s Seconds Time
Ø Diameter Size of Drill Bits, Grinding Wheels, etc.
n0No load speed No-load Rotational Speed
.../min Revolutions per Minute Revolutions, Surface Speed,
Strokes, etc. per Minute
1,2,3,... Ring Selector Settings Speed, Torque or Position Settings
Symbol Name Explanation
CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS
1. Backing Pad
2. Spindle Lock Cap
3. “D” Grip Handle
4. Speed Adjustment
5. Lock-on Button
6. Trigger Control
7. Carbon Brush Holder Cover
8. Spindle
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