3.4 - SUCTION HOSE CONNECTION
(FIG. E)
1. Insert the fixing accessory (17) of
the suction hose (18) into the suc-
tion hose fitting (5);
Ensure that the hose attachment
pins are properly engaged in the
grooves in the extension fitting at-
tachment.
2. Connect the suction hose to a vac-
uum cleaner through one of the
hose fittings.
3.5 - SANDING PLATE ASSEMBLY
(FIG. F)
Round sanding plate
1. Hold the sanding plate fixing lever
(19) down;
2. Place the sanding disc (2) on the
gearbox (20) so that it is fully placed.
Turn the velcro pad (13) to adjust
the rotation shaft and insert the
dust outlet (21) into the correct po-
sition;
3. Release the locking lever to se-
cure the sanding plate. Ensure that
the sanding plate is firmly attached
and does not loosen;
Triangular sanding plate
4. Hold the sanding plate fixing lever
(19) down;
5. Pull and lock the locking pin (22)
in the upper position to unlock the
sanding plate (1);
6. Place the sanding disc on the
gearbox (20) so that it is fully seated.
Turn the plate to adjust the rotation
shaft and insert the dust outlet (21)
into the correct position;
7. Release the locking lever to se-
cure the sanding plate. Ensure that
the sanding plate is firmly attached
and does not loosen;
8. Pull and rotate the locking pin so
that it is in the lower position to lock
the plate.
To ensure a good perfor-
mance and avoid accidents,
test the sander at a speed slightly
below the working speed. Keep the
sander running for some time to
check that the sanding plate is per-
fectly seated and that all other parts
are in good condition.
3.6 - VELCRO PADS REPLACEMENT
(FIG. G)
Round velcro pad
1. Insert the hex key into the velcro
pad fixing screw;
2. Hold the velcro pad (13) firmly
and turn the key counterclockwise
to loosen the fixing screw;
3. Remove the velcro pad and re-
place it with a new one;
4. Tighten the fixing screw;
Triangular velcro pad
5. Unscrew the fixing screws (6x)
from the velcro pad (12);
6. Remove the velcro pad and re-
place it with a new one;
7. Tighten the fixing screws.
4. OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
This tool is designed for sanding
plasterboard walls, ceilings and inte-
rior walls, as well as for the removal
of carpet remains, paint remnants,
coatings, glue traces and loose plas-
ter. In addition, the sander can also
be used to sand the floor.
While operating the machine it is
necessary to be cautious in order to
avoid accidents:
The accessories and rotating parts
must be capable of operate, at least,
at the sander's rotation speed. If
not, the accessories and parts might
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self-destruct and cause injuries to
the user and damage the work area;
Use only VITO original sanding
plates and velcro pads. Other manu-
facturers' accessories aren't suita-
ble for this machine once they may
cause imbalances, excessive vibra-
tions and sander's loss of control;
Never leave the machine before
the sanding plate has stopped com-
pletely.
4.1 - START AND STOP THE TOOL
(FIG. H)
Before starting work, make
sure that all components are
in good condition and correctly as-
sembled.
1. Hold the sander with both hands,
one hand on the main handle (4)
and the other on the handle of the
telescopic extension (6);
2. Press the "ON / OFF" switch (23);
3. Place the sander on the sur-
face/workpiece;
Apply sufficient pressure to keep
the velcro pad fully seated on the
surface.
Perform circular, transverse or lon-
gitudinal movements.
4. To turn off the sander, release
the "ON / OFF" switch;
To use the sander in continuous
mode:
5. Press the "ON / OFF" switch and
simultaneously press the locking
button (24). Release the buttons
and use the sander in continuous
mode;
6. To stop the sander, press and re-
lease the "ON/OFF" switch".
While using the sander, consider the
following:
The sanding plates support allows
guiding them over two articulation