3745 CA - Sander SKIL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 3745 CA SKIL

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 shock. f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

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 inuence 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 a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. 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 invites accidents. 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 injury. 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 jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery 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. h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

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 designed. 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 repaired. c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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.

• This tool is intended for dry sanding of wood, plastic, metal, ller and painted surfaces

• This tool is not intended for professional use

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A Backing pad B Pad screw C Sanding sheet D Dust bag E Vacuum cleaner adapter F On/o switch G Sanding speed selection wheel H Ventilation slots J Battery level indicator K Dust box*

- WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below 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) power tool.

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 control.

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. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. 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.9

• This tool should not be used by people under the age of 16 years

• This tool is not suitable for wet sanding

• Never use the tool when the cord is damaged; it must be replaced by a specially prepared cord available through the service organization.

• Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos is considered carcinogenic)

• Remove battery from tool before making any adjustments or changing accessories ACCESSORIES

• SKIL can assure awless functioning of the tool only when original accessories are used

• Do not continue to use worn, torn or heavily clogged sanding sheets BEFORE USE

• Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and other elements in your workpiece; remove them before you start working

• The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A); wear ear protection

• 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 classied 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 connectable

• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the materials you want to work with

• Wear protective gloves, safety glasses, close-tting clothes and hair protection (for long hair)

• Secure the workpiece (a workpiece clamped with clamping devices or in a vice is held more securely than by hand)

• When sanding metal, sparks are generated; do not use dust box and keep other persons and combustible material from work area DURING USE

• Do not touch the moving sanding sheet

• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction, immediately switch o the tool and remove battery AFTER USE

• When you put away the tool, switch o the motor and ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill BATTERIES

• The battery supplied is partially charged (to ensure full capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery in the battery charger before using your power tool for the rst time)

• Only use the following batteries and chargers with this tool - SKIL battery: BR1*31**** - SKIL charger: CR1*31****

• Do not use the battery when damaged; it should be replaced

• Do not disassemble the battery

• Do not expose tool/battery to rain 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 users. e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may aect 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 dierent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

5) BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

a) Recharge only with the charger specied by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of re when used with another battery pack. b) Use power tools only with specically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and re. c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a re. d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. e) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modied. Damaged or modied batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in re, explosion or risk of injury. f) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or excessive temperature. Exposure to re or temperature above 130°C may cause explosion. g) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specied in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specied range may damage the battery and increase the risk of re.

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. b) Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.10 - empty dust bag regularly for optimal dust pick-up performance For using vacuum cleaner

- mount vacuum cleaner adapter E as illustrated - connect vacuum cleaner hose to vacuum cleaner adapter E

• On/o switch - switch on/o the tool by pushing switch F

in/out ! before the sanding surface reaches the workpiece, you should switch on the tool ! be aware of the sudden impact when the tool is switched on ! before switching o the tool, you should lift it from the workpiece

For optimal sanding results on dierent materials - with wheel G

you can set the desired sanding speed - adjust speed to grit size used - before starting a job, nd the optimal speed and grit by testing out on spare material

• Holding and guiding the tool

! while working, always hold the tool at the grey- coloured grip area(s) - guide the tool parallel to the working surface - do not apply too much pressure on the tool; let the sanding surface do the work for you - do not tilt the tool in order to avoid unwanted sanding marks - keep ventilation slots H

• Sanding - the amount of material removed is determined by the selection of the sanding sheet, the preselected sanding speed and the applied pressure ! intensiying the sanding pressure does not lead to an increase of the sanding capacity, but to increased wear of the tool and the sanding sheet ! never use the same sanding sheet for wood and metal APPLICATION ADVICE

can be used as reference ! always test out rst on a piece of scrap material

• For more information see www.skil.com MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Always keep tool and cord clean (especially ventilation slots H

- remove adhering sanding dust with a brush - remove battery from tool before cleaning

• 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 power tools - 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)

• Be aware that damage due to overload or improper handling of the tool will be excluded from the warranty (for the SKIL warranty conditions see www.skil.com or ask your dealer)

• Permitted ambient temperature (tool/charger/battery): - when charging 4...40°C - during operation –20...+50°C - during storage –20...+50°C

Read the instruction manual before use

Batteries may explode when disposed of in re, so do not burn battery for any reason

Store tool/charger/battery in locations where temperature will not exceed 50°C

Do not dispose of electric tools and batteries together with household waste material USE

• Charging battery ! read the safety warnings and instructions provided with the charger

• Removing/installing the battery

- press the battery level indicator button J to show the current battery level

! when the lowest level of the battery indicator starts ashing after pressing button J

b, the battery is empty ! when 2 levels of the battery indicator start ashing after pressing button J

c, the battery is not within the allowable operating temperature range

• Battery protection The tool is suddenly being switched o or prevented from being switched on, when - the load is too high --> remove load and restart - the battery temperature is not within the allowable operating temperature range of -20 to +50°C --> 2 levels of the battery level indicator start ashing when pressing button J

c; wait until battery has returned within the allowable operating temperature range - the battery is nearly empty (to protect against deep discharge) --> a low battery level or ashing low battery level

b is shown by the battery level indicator when pressing button J; charge battery ! do not continue to press the on/o switch after the tool is switched o automatically; battery may be damaged

• Backing pads - never run the tool without backing pad A ! replace damaged backing pads immediately (loosen/fasten 4 pad screws B) ! unplug tool before removing/mounting backing pads

• Mounting of sanding sheet

- mount VELCRO sanding sheet C as illustrated - if necessary, clean backing pad rst ! perforation in sanding sheet should correspond with perforation in sanding foot ! the dust suction requires the use of perforated sanding sheets ! replace worn sanding sheets in time

• Do not dispose of electric tools, batteries, accessories and packaging together with household waste material (only for EU countries) - in observance of European Directive 2012/19/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

will remind you of this when the need for disposing occurs ! prior to disposal protect battery terminals with heavy tape to prevent short-circuit NOISE / VIBRATION

• Measured in accordance with EN 62841 the sound pressure level of this tool is 76.0 dB(A) and the sound power level 87.0 dB(A) (uncertainty K = 3 dB), and the vibration 9.5 m/s² (triax vector sum; uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s²)

• The vibration emission level has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN 62841; 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 dierent applications, or with dierent or poorly maintained accessories, may signicantly increase the exposure level - the times when the tool is switched o or when it is running but not actually doing the job, may signicantly reduce the exposure level ! protect yourself against the eects of vibration by maintaining the tool and its accessories, keeping your hands warm, and organizing your work patterns