Black & Decker 7558 User Manual
Finishing Sander
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains
relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols
below are used to help you recognize this information.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially haz ard ous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or mod er ate injury.
NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
General Safety Rules
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire 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.
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
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.
Unmodified 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.
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 ground
fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the
risk of electric shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
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 dust mask, nonskid 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 off position
before connecting to power source and/ or battery pack, picking up
or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or
energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
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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 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 designed.
b) 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.
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.
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. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect 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 different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
5) SERVICE
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.
Specic Safety Rules
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory
contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and
could give the operator an electric shock.
• Always hold tool rmly with both hands and only operate when hand held.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the work piece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and
may lead to loss of control.
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety
glasses. Also use face or dust mask if operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED
SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSIZ87.1eyeprotection(CAN/CSAZ94.3),
• ANSIS12.6(S3.19)hearingprotection,
• NIOSH/OSHArespiratoryprotection.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities contains chemicals known 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 and other masonry products, and
•arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber (CCA).
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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 filter out microscopic particles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash
exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or
lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which may
cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/
OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct
particles away from face and body.
CAUTION: Wear appropriate hearing protection during use. Under some
conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to
hearing loss.
The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
V ........................... volts A ......................... amperes
Hz ......................... hertz W ........................ watts
min ........................minutes
.......................alternating
current
...................... direct current
..........................
Class II Construction
n
o ....................... no load speed
........................ earthing terminal
......................... safety alert symbol
.../min ....................revolutions or reciprocations per minute
MOTOR
Be sure your power supply agrees with nameplate marking. 120 Volts AC only means
your tool will operate on standard 60 Hz household power. Do not operate AC tools on
DC. A rating of 120 volts AC/DC means that your tool will operate on standard 60 Hz
AC or DC power. This information is printed on the nameplate. Lower voltage will cause
loss of power and can result in over-heating. All Black & Decker tools are factory-tested;
if this tool does not operate, check the power supply.
Extension Cords
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current
your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use
depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300
(0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m)
Ampere Rating
More Not more American Wire Gage
Than Than
0 - 6 18 16 16 14
6 - 10 18 16 14 12
10 - 12 16 16 14 12
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
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Functional Description
1. On/off switch
2. Dust extraction outlet
3. Sanding base
4. Paper clamp lever
A
4
1
3
B
4
3
4
D
1
E
2
C
2
5
6
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Safety Warnings and Instructions: Sanders
• ALWAYS USE PROPER EYE AND RESPIRATORY PROTECTION.
• Clean your tool out periodically.
• Before using the tool on metal workpieces or workpieces containing metal, make sure
to remove the dust bag.
• Wear gloves when working with metal workpieces.
Other Important Safety Warnings and Instructions
SANDING
LEAD BASE PAINT
Sanding of lead based paint is NOT RECOMMENDED due to the difficulty of
controlling the contaminated dust. The greatest danger of lead poisoning is to children
and pregnant women.
Since it is difficult to identify whether or not a paint contains lead without a chemical
analysis, we recommend the following precautions when sanding any paint:
PERSONAL SAFETY
• No children or pregnant women should enter the work area where the paint sanding is
being done until all clean up is completed.
• A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons entering the work area. The
filter should be replaced daily or whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing.
NOTE: Only those dust masks suitable for working with lead paint dust and fumes
should be used. Ordinary painting masks do not offer this protection. See your local
hardware dealer for the proper (NIOSH approved) mask.
• NO EATING, DRINKING or SMOKING should be done in the work area to prevent
ingesting contaminated paint particles. Workers should wash and clean up BEFORE
eating, drinking or smoking. Articles of food, drink, or smoking should not be left in the
work area where dust would settle on them.
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
• Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize the amount of dust
generated.
• Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed with plastic sheeting of 4 mils
thickness.
• Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking of paint dust outside the work
area.
CLEANING AND DISPOSAL
• All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned daily for the
duration of the sanding project. Vacuum filter bags should be changed frequently.
• Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed of along with any dust chips or
other removal debris. They should be placed in sealed refuse receptacles and disposed
of through regular trash pick-up procedures. During clean up, children and pregnant
women should be kept away from the immediate work area.
• All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by children should be washed thoroughly
before being used again.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: To prevent accidental operation, turn off and unplug tool before
performing the following operations. Failure to do this could result in serious
personal injury.
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FITTING SANDING SHEETS (FIG. B)
NOTE: Never use the tool without a sanding sheet or accessory in place.
• Soften the sanding sheet by rubbing its non-abrasive side over the edge of a work top.
• Press the paper clamp levers (4) upwards to release them from the retaining grooves
and open the paper clamps by pressing them down.
• Place the sheet onto the sanding base, making sure that the holes in the sheet (if
applicable) line up with the holes in the base.
• Insert the edge of the sanding sheet into the front paper clamp as shown.
• Press the front paper clamp lever (4) up and locate it in the retaining groove.
• While keeping a slight tension on the sheet, insert the rear edge of the sheet into the
rear paper clamp.
• Press the rear paper clamp lever (4) up and locate it in the retaining groove.
CONNECTING A VACUUM CLEANER (FIG. C)
• Insert the adaptor (5) into the dust extraction outlet (2).
• Connect the hose (6) of the vacuum cleaner (not included) to the adaptor.
OPERATION
SWITCHING ON AND OFF (FIG. D)
• To switch the tool on, press the front part (I) of the on/off switch (1).
• To switch the tool off, press the rear part (O) of the on/off switch (1).
HINTS FOR OPTIMUM USE
• Always hold the tool with two hands as shown in figure E.
• Do not exert too much pressure on the tool.
• Regularly check the condition of the sanding sheet. Replace when necessary.
• Always sand with the grain of the wood.
• Always start your sander before it is in contact with the workpiece and do not switch it
off until after it has been lifted from the workpiece.
• Where possible, clamp the workpiece to a work bench or similar sturdy surface.
• When sanding new layers of paint before applying another layer, use extra fine grit.
• On very uneven surfaces, or when removing layers of paint, start with a coarse grit.
On other surfaces, start with a medium grit. In both cases, gradually change to a fine
grit for a smooth finish.
DUST COLLECTION
WARNING: Fire hazard. Collected sanding dust from sanding surface
coatings (polyurethane, linseed oil, etc.) can self-ignite and cause re. To reduce
risk, strictly follow sander manual and coating manufacturer’s instructions.
WARNING: Fire hazard. When sanding wood that could contain nails or
when sanding metal surfaces, do not use a vacuum cleaner because sparks are
generated. Use safety glasses and a dust mask. Due to the danger of fire, do not
use your sander to sand magnesium surfaces. Do not use for wet sanding.
Tool Care And Maintenance
Never apply excessive force when you use your sander. Too much force can result
in an overload and cause damage to the motor or the workpiece. Always keep the air
cooling vents clear. To clean your finishing sander, proceed as follows:
WARNING: To prevent accidental operation, turn off and unplug sander
before performing the following operations. Failure to do this could result in
serious
personal injury.
• Use a clean dry paint brush to clear vents and ducts.
• Clean the housings using a clean damp cloth (do not use solvents, gas or turpentine.)
IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance
and adjustment should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified
service personnel, always using identical replacement parts.
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ACCESSORIES
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from
your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance in locating any
accessory for your tool, please call 1-800-54-HOW-TO (544-6986).
CAUTION: The use of any other accessory not recommended for use with this
tool could be hazardous.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
• Unit will not start. • Cord not plugged in. • Plug tool into a working
outlet.
• Circuit fuse is blown. • Replace circuit fuse.
(If the product repeatedly
causes the circuit fuse to
blow, discontinue use
immediately and have it
serviced at a Black &
Decker service center or
authorized servicer.)
• Circuit breaker is tripped. • Reset circuit breaker.
(If the product repeatedly
causes the circuit
breaker to trip,
discontinue use
immediately and have it
serviced at a Black &
Decker service center or
authorized servicer.)
• Cord or switch is damaged. • Have cord or switch
replaced at Black &
Decker Service Center
or Authorized Servicer.
For assistance with your product, visit our website www.blackanddecker.com for the
location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK & DECKER help line at
1-800-544-6986.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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SERVICE INFORMATION
Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service locations
throughout North America. All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained
personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service.
Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts,
contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location,
refer to the yellow pages directory under “Tools—Electric” or call: 1-800-54-HOW-TO
(544-6986).
FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in
material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge
in either of two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from
whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns
should be made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30
to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the
retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for
exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned
or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase
may be required. Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed
under “Tools-Electric” in the yellow pages of the phone directory.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have
any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center.
This product is not intended for commercial use.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or
are missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.
Imported by
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.
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