Black & Decker 622392-00, BR400 User Manual

General Safety Rules

WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed

below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

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Work Area

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.

• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes. Use in well ventilated areas only.

• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical Safety

• Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double insulation

eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply
system.

• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.

• Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.

• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an

outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged
cords immediately.Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.

• When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A"
or "W." These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.

Personal Safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious

personal injury.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your
hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry, or long hair
can be caught in moving parts. Air vents cover moving parts and should be avoided.

• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with
your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or key that is
left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and
balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes,
hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

Tool Use and Care

• Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable
platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss

of control.

• Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

• Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.Any tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

• Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventative safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

• Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

• Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
tools, with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other

condition that may affect the tools operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced
before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

• Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on
another tool.

Service

• Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

• When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the
Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.

Specific Safety Rules

• Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the
cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will

make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.

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)

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 disburse 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

n

o........................no load speed

..........................

Class II Construction

........................earthing terminal

........................safety alert symbol .../min ..................revolutions or

reciprocations
per minute

KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW:

• When using inversion clamps make sure sander is securely clamped to work
surface.

• Always start your belt sander before it is in contact with the workpiece and do not
switch it off until after it has been lifted from the workpiece.

• Always hold your belt sander with two hands.

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MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ

AVERTISSEMENT : Lire et comprendre toutes les directives. Le non-respect de toutes les

directives suivantes présente des risques de secousses électriques, d'incendie ou de
blessures graves.

CONSERVER CES MESURES.

ZONE DE TRAVAIL

• S'assurer que la zone de travail est propre et bien éclairée. Des établis encombrés et
des endroits sombres présentent des risques d'accidents.

• Ne pas utiliser des outils électriques en présence de vapeurs explosives (comme
celles dégagées par des liquides, des gaz ou des poussières inflammables). Les

étincelles générées par le moteur des outils électriques peuvent enflammer les poussières
ou les vapeurs.

• Éloigner les curieux, les enfants et les visiteurs de la zone de travail lorsqu'on utilise
un outil électrique. Une distraction peut entraîner la perte de maîtrise de l'outil.

MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ RELATIVES À L'ÉLECTRICITÉ

• Les outils à double isolation comportent une fiche polarisée (une lame plus large que
l'autre). La fiche n'entre que d'une façon dans une prise polarisée. Lorsque la fiche
n'entre pas à fond dans la prise, essayer de nouveau après avoir inversé les broches
de la fiche. Si la fiche n'entre toujours pas dans la prise, communiquer avec un
électricien certifié afin de faire installer une prise polarisée. Ne modifier en aucune
façon la fiche. La double isolation élimine le besoin d'un cordon trifilaire mis à la terre et

d'un système d'alimentation mis à la terre.

• Éviter de toucher à des surfaces mises à la terre comme des tuyaux, des radiateurs,
des cuisinières et des réfrigérateurs. Les risques de secousses électriques sont plus

élevés si le corps de l'utilisateur est mis à la terre.

• Protéger les outils électriques de la pluie ou des conditions mouillées. Une infiltration
d'eau dans l'outil augmente les risques de secousses électriques.

• Manipuler le cordon avec soin. Ne jamais se servir du cordon afin de transporter
l'outil ni tirer sur le cordon pour débrancher l'outil. Éloigner le cordon des sources de
chaleur, des flaques d'huile, des arêtes tranchantes et des pièces mobiles.
Remplacer immédiatement les cordons endommagés. Les cordons endommagés

augmentent les risques de secousses électriques.

• Lorsqu'on utilise un outil électrique à l'extérieur, se servir d'un cordon de rallonge
prévu pour l'extérieur, portant la mention "W -A" ou "W". Ces cordons sont conçus pour

servir à l'extérieur et minimisent les risques de secousses électriques.

SÉCURITÉ PERSONNELLE

• Demeurer vigilant, prendre soin et faire preuve de jugement lorsqu'on utilise un outil
électrique. Ne pas s'en servir lorsqu'on est fatigué ou affaibli par des drogues, de
l'alcool ou des médicaments. De graves blessures peuvent résulter d'un moment

d'inattention lors de l'utilisation d'un outil électrique.

• Porter des vêtements appropriés. Éviter de porter des vêtements amples ou des
bijoux. Recouvrir la chevelure si elle est longue. Éloigner les cheveux, les vêtements
et les gants des pièces en mouvement qui peuvent les happer.

• Éviter les démarrages accidentels. S'assurer que l'interrupteur est en position hors
tension avant de brancher l'outil. Afin d'éviter les risques de blessures, ne pas transporter

l'outil avec le doigt sur l'interrupteur ni brancher un outil dont l'interrupteur est en position
sous tension.

• Enlever les clés de réglage avant de mettre l'outil sous tension. Une clé qui est laissée
sur une pièce rotative de l'outil présente des risques de blessures.

• Ne pas dépasser sa portée. Garder son équilibre en tout temps. On s'assure d'une
meilleure maîtrise de l'outil dans des situations imprévues grâce à une position stable et un
bon équilibre.

• Porter de l'équipement de sécurité. Toujours porter des lunettes de sécurité. Dans
certaines conditions, il faut porter des masques respiratoires, des chaussures
antidérapantes, un casque de sécurité ou des protège-tympans.

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RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS

• Lorsqu’on utilise des brides d’inversion, s’assurer que la ponceuse est
solidement fixée à la surface de travail.

•Toujours soulever la ponceuse de la surface à poncer avant de la mettre en
marche et de l’arrêter.

•Toujours tenir la ponceuse avec les deux mains.

BEFORE CLEANING, UNPLUG THE BELT SANDER.

• 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 adjust-

ment should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service personnel,
always using identical replacement parts.

Accessories

Use only 3” x 21” (76 x 533mm) sanding belts. 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.

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 "Tools­Electric" 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.

See ‘Tools-Electric’

– Yellow Pages –

for Service & Sales

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,

701 E. Joppa Rd.

Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

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.

Use of Extension Cords

Make sure the extension cord is in good condition before using. Always use the proper size
extension cords with the tool – that is, proper wire size for various lengths of cord and heavy
enough to carry the current the tool will draw. Use of an undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. For proper size cords see chart
below.

Operating Your Belt Sander

Always hold belt sander firmly with both hands while sanding as shown in Figure 1.

Switch

To start your belt sander, depress the on/off switch as shown in Figure 2. To stop your belt
sander release the on/off switch. For continuous operation, depress the on/off switch then
depress the lock-on button (Figure 3) and release the on/off switch. To stop your belt sander,
depress the on/off switch to release the lock-on button. Release the on/off switch.

Changing The Sanding Belt

BEFORE INSTALLING A BELT, UNPLUG THE BELT SANDER.

Pull the lever shown in Figure 4 to release the tension on the sanding belt. Pull the sanding
belt from the two rollers. Put the new sanding belt in position on the front and rear rollers
(Figure 5). Ensure that the arrows on the sanding belt and on your belt sander are pointing in
the same direction. Push the lever to the rear to tension the sanding belt.

Adjusting The Sanding Belt Tracking

Turn the machine upside down (Figure 6), hold it firmly with one hand, start motor and
release switch immediately after observing tracking of sanding belt. If abrasive belt runs
outward, turn tracking adjustment knob clockwise and counterclockwise if belt runs inward.

Adjust the belt until the outer edge of the belt is even with the outer edge of the
sanding plate as shown in figure 6A. Also check that the belt doesn’t rub against the
belt guide strip shown in figure 6B.

Belt life will be greatly increased by keeping the tracking adjustment set properly.

Dust Collection

BEFORE INSTALLING THE DUSTBAG, UNPLUG THE BELT SANDER.

When using your belt sander, dust and grit are produced. It is important to use a dustbag.
Connect the dustbag by locating the nozzle of the bag onto the dust collection port of the belt
sander as shown in Figure 7 and firmly pushing on using the wire frame of the dust collection
bag. To remove the bag, unplug the belt sander and pull the the plastic nozzle from the dust
collection port.

WARNING: Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings (polyurethane,
linseed oil, etc.) can self-ignite in sander dust bag or elsewhere and cause fire. To
reduce risk, empty bag frequently and strictly follow sander manual and coating
manufacturer's instructions.

CAUTION: When working on metal surfaces, do not use the dustbag or a vacuum cleaner
because sparks are generated. Wear safety glasses and a dustmask. Due to the danger of
fire, do not use your belt sander to sand magnesium surfaces. Do not use for wet sanding.

Clamping the Sander to a Work Surface

The sander can be attached to a workbench or other flat surface for hands free sanding as
shown in Figure 8.

CAUTION: When using inversion clamps make sure sander is securely clamped to

work surface each time it is used.

CAUTION: Use care when touching the workpiece to the belt, be ready to resist

dragging force transferred from the belt to the workpiece.

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.

•Adust 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.

Handy Hints

• Always start your belt sander before it is in contact with the workpiece and do not switch it

off until after it has been lifted from the workpiece.

• Always hold your belt sander with two hands.

• Where possible, clamp the workpiece to a work bench or similar sturdy surface.

• Use the correct grit sanding belt for your application. The following is a suggested list of belt

grits to use with different materials.

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TERIAL BELT GRIT

Solid Wood 80
Veneer 150
Chipboard 60/80
Plastics 100
Steel 80 (remove dust bag)
Paint Removal 40/60
Balsa Wood 100
Acrylic 100

Tool Care And Maintenance

Never apply excessive force when you use your belt sander. Too much force can result in an
overload and cause damage to the motor or the workpiece. If your belt sander becomes too
hot, operate it without load for 2 minutes. Always keep the air cooling vents clear. To clean
your belt sander, proceed as follows:

Minimum Gage for Cord Sets

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300

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