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Model : 8100 AC

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USER MANUAL 8100 AC SKIL

M K C G L H G J E ACCESSORIES WWW.SKIL.COM H D

• This tool is intended to be used for paint preparation

and nishing of large, at and solid surfaces of wood,

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Read and save this instruction manual ③

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ①

G Backing pad (VELCRO)

M Extension for vacuum cleaner

N On/o locking switch

SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions

may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury. Save

all warnings and instructions for future reference. The

term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-

operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)

a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

areas invite accidents.

b) Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres,suchasinthepresenceofammable

liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

c) Keepchildrenandbystandersawaywhileoperating

a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

a) 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

b) 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.

c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet

conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase

the risk of electric shock.

d) Donotabusethecord.Neverusethecordfor

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.

Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or

moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase

the risk of electric shock.

e) 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

f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is

unavoidable,useanearthleakagecircuitbreaker.

Use of an earth leakage circuit breaker reduces the risk

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool. Do

not use a power tool while you are tired or under

theinuenceofdrugs,alcoholormedication. A

moment of inattention while operating power tools may

result in serious personal injury.

b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear

eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust

mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing

protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch

isintheo-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 energising power tools that have the switch on

d) Removeanyadjustingkeyorwrenchbeforeturning

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to

a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal

e) Donotoverreach.Keepproperfootingandbalance

at all times. This enables better control of the power

tool in unexpected situations.

f) 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.

g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are

connected and properly used. Use of dust collection

can reduce dust-related hazards.

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

tool for your application. The correct power tool will

do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was

b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not

turnitonando. Any power tool that cannot be

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be

c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or

thebatterypackfromthepowertoolbeforemaking

any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing

power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce

the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.7

d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power

tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

otherconditionthatmayaectthepowertool's

operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired

beforeuse. Many accidents are caused by poorly

maintained power tools.

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are

less likely to bind and are easier to control.

g) Usethepowertool,accessoriesandtoolbitsetc.,

in accordance with these instructions, taking into

account the working conditions and the work to

beperformed. Use of the power tool for operations

dierent from those intended could result in a hazardous

a) 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

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR SANDERS AND POLISHERS

1) SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL OPERATIONS

a) This power tool is intended to function as a sander

or polisher. Read all safety warnings, instructions,

illustrationsandspecicationsprovidedwiththis

power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below

may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.

b) This power tool is not recommended for grinding,

wirebrushingorcuttingooperations. Operations

for which the power tool was not designed may create a

hazard and cause personal injury.

c) 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

d) 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

e) The outside diameter and the thickness of your

accessorymustbewithinthecapacityratingof

your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot

be adequately guarded or controlled.

f) Threaded mounting of accessories must match the

grinder spindle thread. For accessories mounted

byanges,thearbourholeoftheaccessorymust

tthelocatingdiameteroftheange. Accessories

that do not match the mounting hardware of the power

tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively and may

cause loss of control.

g) Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use

inspecttheaccessorysuchasabrasivewheelsfor

chipsandcracks,backingpadsforcracks,tear

orexcesswear,wirebrushesforlooseorcracked

wires. If the 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.

h) Wear personal protective equipment ⑤. Depending

on application, use face shield, safety goggles or

safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask,

hearingprotectors,glovesandshopaproncapable

ofstoppingsmallabrasiveorworkpiecefragments.

The eye protection must be capable of stopping ying

debris generated by various operations. The dust mask

or respirator must be capable of ltrating particles

generated by your operation. Prolonged exposure to

high intensity noise may cause hearing loss.

i) Keepbystandersasafedistanceawayfromwork

area. Anyone entering the work area must wear

personal protective equipment. Fragments of the

workpiece or of a broken accessory may y away and

cause injury beyond the immediate area of operation.

j) Holdpowertoolbyinsulatedgrippingsurfaces

only, when performing an operation where the

cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its

own cord. A cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire

may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live"

and could give the operator an electric shock.

k) 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

l) 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.

m) 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

n) 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

o) Donotoperatethepowertoolnearammable

materials. Sparks could ignite these materials.

p) Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants.

Using water or other liquid coolants may result in

electrocution or shock.

2) KICKBACK AND RELATED WARNINGS

• 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 accessory’s rotation at the point of the

• 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. The8

wheel may either jump toward or away from the operator,

depending on the 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.

a) 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 precautions are

b) Never place your hand near the rotating accessory.

The accessory may kickback over your hand.

c) Donotpositionyourbodyintheareawherepower

toolwillmoveifkickbackoccurs.Kickback will

propel the tool in the direction opposite to the wheel’s

movement at the point of snagging.

d) 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.

e) Donotattachasawchainwoodcarvingblade

ortoothedsawblade.Such blades create frequent

kickback and loss of control.

3) SAFETY WARNINGS SPECIFIC FOR SANDING OPERATIONS

a) When sanding, do not use excessively oversized

sanding disc paper. Follow the manufacturers’

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.

4) SAFETY WARNINGS SPECIFIC FOR POLISHING

a) 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.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS GENERAL

• This tool should not be used by people under the age

• This tool is not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,

unless they have been given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the tool by a person responsible for

• Ensure that children do not play with the tool

• This tool is not suitable for wet sanding

• Alwaysdisconnectplugfrompowersourcebefore

making any adjustment or changing any accessory

• SKIL can assure awless functioning of the tool only

when original accessories are used

• For mounting/using non-SKIL accessories observe the

instructions of the manufacturer concerned

• Only use the anges which are supplied with this tool

• Never use accessories with a "blind" threaded hole

smaller than M14 x 22 mm

• Never use grinding/cutting discs with this tool

• Connect the tool via a fault current (FI) circuit breaker

with a triggering current of 30 mA maximum

• Before using the tool for the rst time, it is recommended

to receive practical information

• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as

the voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools

with a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to

• Usesuitabledetectorstondhiddenutilitylines

or call the local utility company for assistance

(contact with electric lines can lead to re or electrical

shock; damaging a gas line can result in an explosion;

penetrating a water pipe will cause property damage or

an electrical shock)

• Donotworkmaterialscontainingasbestos

(asbestos is considered carcinogenic)

• Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some

wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful

(contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic

reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or

bystanders); wear a dust mask and work with a dust

extractiondevicewhenconnectable

• Certain kinds of dust are classied as carcinogenic

(such as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction

with additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust

mask and work with a dust extraction device when

• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the

materials you want to work with

• Secure the workpiece (a workpiece clamped with

clamping devices or in a vice is held more securely than

• Do not clamp the tool in a vice

• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a

capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)

• Keep hands away from rotating accessories

• Do not continue to use worn, torn or heavily clogged

• When sanding metal, sparks are generated; do not

use vacuum cleaner and keep other persons and

combustible material from work area

• If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do

not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug

• Never use the tool when cord is damaged; have it

replaced by a qualied person

• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,

immediately switch o the tool and disconnect the plug

• In case of current interruption or when the plug is

accidentally pulled out, immediately switch o the tool in

order to prevent uncontrolled restarting

• After switching o the tool, never stop the rotation of the

accessory by a lateral force applied against it

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL

③ Read the instruction manual before use

④ Double insulation (no earth wire required)

⑤ Wear protective glasses and hearing protection

⑥ Do not dispose of the tool together with household

WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):

• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire

in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug

• If for any reason the old plug is cut o the cord of

this tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left

• Changing cleaning discs ⑦

! disconnect the plug

- remove clamping ange A with accessory key B while

pushing spindle-lock button C

- remove old cleaning disc D and place new one onto

- tighten clamping ange A with accessory key B while

pushing spindle-lock button C

• Mounting/removing backing pad/sanding sheet/wool

! disconnect the plug

- remove cleaning disc D ②, clamping ange A ② and

- screw VELCRO backing pad G onto spindle E while

pushing spindle-lock button C

- for sanding simply press sanding sheet H onto

VELCRO backing pad G

- for polishing simply press wool bonnet J onto VELCRO

- for removing backing pad/sanding sheet/wool bonnet

! replacedamagedbackingpadsimmediately

• Auxiliary handle ⑨

- press two buttons K simultaneously to unlock handle L

- handle L will lock into place when fully vertical or

- connect vacuum cleaner to extension M

! beforetheaccessoryreachestheworkpiece,the

tool should run at full speed

- unlock switch/switch o tool ⑪b

! beforeswitchingothetool,youshouldliftit

! the accessory continues to rotate for a short time

afterthetoolhasbeenswitchedo

• Before using the tool

- ensure that accessory is correctly mounted and rmly

- check if accessory runs freely by turning it by hand

- test-run tool for at least 30 seconds at highest no-load

speed in a safe position

- stop immediately in case of considerable vibration or

other defects and check tool to determine the cause

• Operating the tool ⑫

! alwaystestoutrstonapieceofscrapmaterial

- move the tool back and forth with moderate pressure

- when working with cleaning disc D ② always tilt the

tool somewhat to avoid unwanted scratches

- when working with sanding sheet H ② do not tilt the

tool to avoid unwanted sanding marks

• Holding and guiding the tool ⑬

! while working, always hold the tool at the grey-

coloured grip area(s)

- always hold the tool rmly with both hands, so you will

have full control of the tool at all times

- pay attention to the direction of rotation; always hold

the tool so, that sparks and grinding/cutting dust y

- for a better grip use hand strap P as illustrated

- provide for a secure stance

- keep ventilation slots Q ② uncovered

• For sanding with high removal performance use the tool

in combination with cleaning disc D ②

• For nishing mount backing pad G ② with sanding

• For polishing mount backing pad G ② with wool bonnet

• For more tips see www.skil.com

MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Always keep tool and cord clean (especially ventilation

! donotattempttocleanventilationslotsby

insertingpointedobjectsthroughopenings

! disconnecttheplugbeforecleaning

• When too much paint is embedded into cleaning disc D

②, clean the disc as follows:

- run the disc momentarily on a concrete sidewalk or a

large concrete block for knocking the paint loose from

- ensure the cleaning surface is stable

! never immerse the cleaning disc into a solvent

• If the tool should fail despite the care taken in

manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should

be carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL

- send the tool undismantled together with proof of

purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service

station (addresses as well as the service diagram of

the tool are listed on www.skil.com)

• Do not dispose of electric tools, accessories and

packaging together with household waste material

(only for EU countries)

- in observance of European Directive 2002/96/EC

on waste of electric and electronic equipment and

its implementation in accordance with national law,

electric tools that have reached the end of their life

must be collected separately and returned to an

environmentally compatible recycling facility

- symbol ⑥ will remind you of this when the need for

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

• We declare under our sole responsibility that this

product is in conformity with the following standards

or standardized documents: EN 60745, EN 61000,

EN 55014, in accordance with the provisions of the

Operations & Engineering

• Measured in accordance with EN 60745 the sound

pressure level of this tool is 87 dB(A) and the sound

power level 98 dB(A) (standard deviation: 3 dB), and the

vibration  (hand-arm method; uncertainty

 when polishing 2.4 m/s²

• The vibration emission level has been measured in

accordance with a standardised test given in EN 60745;

it may be used to compare one tool with another and as

a preliminary assessment of exposure to vibration when

using the tool for the applications mentioned

- using the tool for dierent applications, or with dierent

or poorly maintained accessories, may signicantly

increase the exposure level

- the times when the tool is switched o or when it is

running but not actually doing the job, may signicantly

reduce the exposure level

! protectyourselfagainsttheeectsofvibration

bymaintainingthetoolanditsaccessories,

keeping your hands warm, and organizing your

G Support plateau (VELCRO)

Operations & Engineering

G Bakpute (VELCRO-borrelås)

VEDLIKEHOLD / SERVICE

Operations & Engineering

in corrispondenza della(e) area(e) grigia(e)

Operations & Engineering

2004/108/EK, 2006/42/EK, 2011/65/ES

Operations & Engineering

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