Black & Decker FS1000, FS500 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.

• 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 may 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. Awrench 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.

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.
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

CAT. NO. FS500, FS1000 FORM NO. 607530-00 PRINTED IN U.S.A. (AUG-01 CD -1)

KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW :

• Never operate the sander without recommended
sandpaper properly installed on the base.

• Do not push down—let the sander do the work.

• Extended drywall sanding is not recommended for
these products.

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SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS: DOUBLE INSULATION

Double insulated tools are constructed throughout with two separate layers of electrical
insulation or a double thickness of insulation between you and the tool’s electrical system.
Tools built with double insulation are not intended to be grounded. As a result, your tool is
equipped with a two prong plug which permits you to use extension cords without concern for
maintaining a ground connection.

Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this
tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible
electrical insulation failure within the tool.

REPLACEMENT PARTS: When servicing use only identical replacement parts. Repair or
replace damaged cords.

SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS: POLARIZED PLUGS

Polarized plugs (one blade is wider than the other) are used on equipment to reduce the risk
of electric shock. When provided, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS: SANDERS

• ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.

• Clean your tool out periodically.

OTHER IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

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.

SANDING LEAD BASED 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 EA TING, 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.

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2

ON OFF SWITCH
INTERRUPTEUR

INTERRUPTOR DE ENCENDIDO Y APAGADO

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4

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

FS500

FS1000

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.

MOTOR

Your Black & Decker tool is powered by a Black & Decker-built 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 you 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 over­heating. All Black & Decker tools are factory-tested; if this tool does not operate, check the
power supply.

Assembly/Adjustment Set-Up

WARNING: Always unplug sander from power supply before any of the following

operations.

FS500 SANDER

- ATTACHING SANDPAPER

To operate the paper clamps on your sander, simply lift them up with your
thumb, as shown in Figure 1. Rotate the clamp lever downward until the
clamp is fully opened.

Insert one short edge of the paper under the clamp. Push edge squarely up
against the flat wall of the platen and close the paper clamp on that side.
Wrap the sandpaper around to fit the other edge under the opposite paper
clamp. Push as much paper under the second clamp as possible before

securing the paper clamp. Any slack in the paper will reduce sanding performance.
NOTE: The FS500 comes with the PAPER PUNCH shown in figure 2. The punch may be

permanently attached to a workbench by screwing it down using the two holes provided. If it
is on a work surface simply press the sander ( with sandpaper firmly attached ) down on the
punch to create the dust collection holes. If it is hand held simply press the punch against the
sander pad.

FS1000 SANDER

- ATTACHING HOOK AND LOOP SANDPAPER

To attach the sandpaper, carefully center it over the sanding pad ensuring
that the holes in the paper align with the holes in the pad and press the
sandpaper firmly in place. The hook and loop fastening system sandpaper
can be easily removed by simply pulling it off. Take care to grip only the
paper when removing the sandpaper. It can be reused as desired. NOTE:
When storing the sander for extended periods of time, place the pad on a flat
surface.

DETAIL SANDING

Your tool is equipped with a base which allows you to use it on large flat surfaces and tight
spots or corners.

The sandpaper tips may wear unevenly, depending on use. They are designed to allow you
to interchange and/or rotate the diamond tip. To rotate the sanding tip, remove the tip, rotate it
180 degrees, and press it back on the base. Note: Remove extra tips from sandpaper

(Figure 3) before using product. These extra tips can be used later when the original
tip wears out.

Operating Instructions - FS500 & FS1000

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read, understand and follow all

important safety warnings and instructions prior to using this tool.

SWITCH

To turn the tool ON, hold it as shown in Fig. 4 and push the portion of the dust protected
switch marked "I". To turn the tool OFF , push the portion of the switch marked "O".

OPERATION

Grasp the sander and turn it ON. Move it in long, sweeping strokes along the surface, letting
it do the work. Utilize an even pressure across the sanding pad. Excessive pressure in the
corner area may cause damage. Pushing down on the tool while sanding actually slows the
removal rate and produces an inferior quality finish. Check your work often. These sanders
are capable of removing material rapidly.

DUST EXTRACTION

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.

Your sander comes equipped with a cloth canister to collect the dust generated while
sanding. To attach the canister onto the sander simply slide it firmly onto the dust extraction
port at the back of the sander and twist it slightly.

To empty the dust canister, remove it from the sander by simply twisting slightly and pulling it
straight back. Dump the sanding debris into an appropriate trash receptacle.

You may, if you prefer, attach a vacuum cleaner to the tool to collect the dust as you sand.
Simply remove the dust bag, and install the vacuum hose.

Ensure that the vacuum cleaner can be placed such that it will not tip over or interfere with the
motion of the sander. If this cannot be done, do not use the vacuum cleaner. Turn on the
vacuum cleaner before beginning to sand and turn it off after turning off the sander. Empty
vacuum cleaner as required.

Maintenance

Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool;
never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.

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.

ACCESSORIES

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or
authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call:

1-800-54-HOW TO (1-800-544-6986).

WARNING: The use of any 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 page
directory under "Tools—Electric" or call: 1-800-54-HOW-TO (1-800-544-6986).

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 director.

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.

AVERTISSEMENT : IMPORTANTES MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ

AVERTISSEMENT! Vous devez lire et comprendre toutes les instructions. Le non-

respect, même partiel, des instructions ci-après entraîne un risque de choc électrique,
d’incendie et/ou de blessures graves.

CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS.

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. Valable seulement pour les outils de classe II
(à double isolation).

• 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. Lorsqu’on se sert
d’un cordon de rallonge, s’assurer qu’il est de calibre approprié pour la tension nécessaire
au fonctionnement de l’outil. L’utilisation d’un cordon de calibre inférieur occasionne une
baisse de tension entraînant une perte de puissance et la surchauffe. Le tableau suivant
indique le calibre approprié selon la longueur du cordon et les mentions de la plaque
signalétique de l’outil. En cas de doute, utiliser un cordon de calibre supérieur. Le chiffre
indiquant le calibre est inversement proportionnel au calibre du cordon.

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.

UTILISATION ET ENTRETIEN DE L'OUTIL

• Utiliser des pinces de serrage ou de tout autre moyen pratique afin de fixer et de
soutenir la pièce à ouvrer sur une plate-forme stable. La pièce est instable lorsqu'elle

est retenue par la main ou le corps de l'utilisateur. Cela présente des risques de perte de
maîtrise de l'outil.

• Ne pas forcer l'outil. Utiliser l'outil approprié à la tâche. L'outil approprié fonctionne
mieux et sûrement lorsqu'on s'en sert à son rendement nominal.

• Ne pas se servir de l'outil lorsque l'interrupteur est défectueux. Le cas échéant, l'outil
est dangereux et il faut le réparer.

• Débrancher l'outil de la source d'alimentation avant de le régler, d'en remplacer les
accessoires ou de le ranger. On minimise de la sorte le risque de démarrage accidentel

de l'outil.

• Ranger l'outil hors de portée des enfants et de toute autre personne qui n'en connaît
pas le fonctionnement. L'outil est dangereux entre les mains de ces personnes.

• Prendre soin des outils. S'assurer que les outils de coupe sont tranchants et propres.

Des outils bien entretenus à arêtes tranchantes ont moins tendance à se coincer et ils se
maîtrisent mieux.

• Vérifier l'alignement et les attaches des pièces mobiles, le degré d'usure des pièces
ainsi que tout autre facteur susceptible de nuire au bon fonctionnement de l'outil.
Faire réparer un outil endommagé avant de s'en servir. Des outils mal entretenus sont la

cause de nombreux accidents.

• Utiliser seulement les accessoires recommandés par le fabricant. Des accessoires qui
conviennent à un outil peuvent présenter des risques avec un autre outil

ENTRETIEN

• Confier l'entretien de l'outil seulement à du personnel qualifié. Le non-respect de la
présente directive présente des risques de blessures.

• Lors de l'entretien de l'outil, utiliser seulement des pièces de rechange identiques.
Respecter les consignes relatives à l'entretien du présent guide d'utilisation. Il y a

risque de secousses électriques ou de blessures lorsqu'on utilise des pièces non autorisées
ou lorsqu'on ne respecte pas les consignes relatives à l'entretien.

AVERTISSEMENT : Certains outils, tels que les sableuses électriques, les scies, les
meules, les perceuses ou certains autres outils de construction, peuvent soulever de la
poussière contenant des produits chimiques susceptibles d’entraîner le cancer, des
malformations congénitales ou pouvant être nocifs pour le système reproductif. Parmi ces
produits chimiques, on retrouve :

• le plomb dans les peintures à base de plomb;

• la silice cristalline dans les briques et le ciment et autres produits de maçonnerie;

• l’arsenic et le chrome dans le bois de sciage ayant subi un traitement chimique.

Le risque associé à de telles expositions peut varier selon la fréquence avec laquelle on
effectue ces travaux. Pour réduire l’exposition à de tels produits, il faut travailler dans un
endroit bien ventilé et utiliser l’équipement de sécurité approprié tel un masque anti-pous­sières spécialement conçu pour filtrer les particules microscopiques.

RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORT ANTS

• Ne jamais utiliser la ponceuse sans avoir au préalable installé le disque approprié
sur le tampon.

• Ne pas exercer une pression excessive sur l’outil - laisser la ponceuse travailler
seule.

•Il est déconseillé de poncer pendant de longues durées des murs secs avec l’outil.

AVANT DE RETOURNER LE PRODUIT, PEU IMPORTE

LA RAISON PRIÈRE DE COMPOSER 1 800 544-6986

See ‘Tools-Electric’

– Yellow Pages –

for Service & Sales

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

701 E. Joppa Rd.

Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.