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1 Sheet of sanding paper
1 Paper punch
1 Instruction manual
• Check for damage to the tool, parts or
accessories which may have occurred during
transport.
• Take the time to thoroughly read and
understand this manual prior to operation.
Description (Fig. 1)
WARNING: Never modify the power
tool or any part of it. Damage or
personal injury could result.
A. On/Off switch
B. Front paper clamp
C. Front clamp button
D. Base plate/pad
E. Paper-limiting ribs
F. Rear paper clamp
INTENDED USE
Your palm grip sander DWE6411 has been designed
for sanding of wood, metal and plastics in a
professional environment.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
This sander is a professional power tool.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the
tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced
operators use this tool.
• Young children and the infirm. This appliance
is not intended for use by young children or
infirm persons without supervision.
• This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) suffering from diminished
physical, sensory or mental abilities; lack of
experience, knowledge or skills unless they are
supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with
this product.
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed for one
voltage only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Your D
WALT tool is double insulated in
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accordance with EN60745; therefore no
earth wire is required.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a specially prepared cord available through the
D
WALT service organisation.
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G. Side clamps
H. Holding tabs
I. Vac-adapter
J. Dust bag
K. Dust bag collar
Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K. & Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the old plug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in
the plug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
WARNING: No connection is to be
made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good
quality plugs. Recommended fuse: 13 A.
Using an Extension Cable
If an extension cable is required, use an approved
3–core extension cable suitable for the power input
of this tool (see Technical Data).The minimum
conductor size is 1.5 mm
2
is 30 m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable
completely.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury, turn unit off and disconnect
machine from power source before
installing and removing accessories,
before adjusting or changing set-
ups or when making repairs. Be
sure the trigger switch is in the OFF
position. An accidental start-up can
cause injury.
Fitting Sanding Sheets (Fig. 2–6)
FITTING REGULAR SANDING SHEETS (FIG. 2–5)
1. Soften the stiff sandpaper by pulling it over the
90° edge of a table or other straight edge, as
shown in Figure 2. Concentrate on softening the
edges to be clamped.
2. Release the rear paper clamp (F) by pulling up
on the side clamp levers (G) and disengaging
them from the tabs (H) on the base plate/pad
(D) as shown in Figure 3.
3. Disengage the front paper clamp (B, Fig. 4)
by applying and holding pressure on the front
clamp button (C) while inserting the 115 mm
(4-1/2") edge of the abrasive paper under the
front paper clamp (B) until if hits the paper-
limiting ribs (E). Release the front paper clamp
to secure the front of the paper.
4. Stretch paper over the base plate/pad (D) and
begin to pivot the rear paper clamp (F) around
; the maximum length