Challenge FS-CG-140X140X80-135A User Manual

135W PALM
DETAIL SANDER

FS-CG-140X140X80-135A
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing a
CHALLENGE XTREME Palm Sander

We would like you to be completely
satisfied with your new product and
hope you get many years of

satisfaction out of this tool.

Your FS-CG-140X140X80-135A palm sander
is suitable for surface sanding on wood, metal,
plaster and filler surfaces, removal of layers of
old paint, intermediate grinding, rust removal.
The sander only operates when dry sanding
on, and should work with suitable grained
abrasive sheets.

GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS

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
Keep work area clean and well lit.

•

Cluttered or 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 children and bystanders

away while operating a power
tool. Distractions can cause you to lose

control.

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2) Electrical safety

• 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.

• 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.

• Do not 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 for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges and moving parts. Damaged

or entangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.

• 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.

• 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.

3) Personal safety

• 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 influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power

tools may result in serious personal njury.

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•

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 personal injuries.

• 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 energising power
tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.

• 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.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper

footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the power
tool in unexpected situations.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose

clothing or jewellery. Keep your
hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewellery or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.

• 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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

•

Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind
and are easier to control.

• 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

• Have your power tool serviced by
a qualified repair person using
only identical replacement parts.

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This will ensure that the safety of the
power tool is maintained.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY
RULES FOR YOUR
SANDER

• Use the machine only for dry

sanding. Use the machine only for dry
sanding. Penetration of water into the
machine increases the risk of an electric
shock.

• Pay attention that no persons are

put at risk through sparking.
Remove any combustible materials in the
vicinity. Sparking occurs when sanding
metal materials.

• Caution, fire hazard! Avoid

overheating the object being
sanded as well as the sander.

•

Always empty the dust box before
taking breaks.

conditions, e.g., when sparks emit from
sanding metals, sanding debris in the dust
box, micro filter or paper sack (or in the
filter sack or filter of the vacuum cleaner)
can self-ignite. Particularly when mixed
with remainders of varnish, polyurethane
or other chemical materials and when the
sanding debris is hot after long periods of
working.

• When working with the machine,

always hold it firmly with both
hands and provide for a secure
stance. The power tool is guided more
secure with both hands.

• Secure the work piece. A work piece

clamped with clamping devices or in a
vice is held more secure than by hand.

• Keep your workplace clean. Blends

of materials are particularly dangerous.
Dust from light alloys can burn or explode.

In unfavorable

• Never use the machine with a
damaged cable. Do not touch the
damaged cable and pull the mains

plug when the cable is damaged
while working. Damaged cables

increase the risk of an electric shock.

WARNING!

Some dust particles created by power
sawing, contain 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.

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically

treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending upon how often you do this type
of work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals:

• Work in a well-ventilated area.

• Work with approved safety equipment,

such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to filter microscopic particles.

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SYMBOLS

To reduce the risk of injury, user
must read instruction manual

Warning

Wear eye protection

Wear ear protection

Wear dust mask

Double insulation

Waste electrical products should not
be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or
retailer for recycling advice.

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COMPONENT LIST

1. Sanding pad

2. On/Off switch

3. Dust extractor connection

4. Dust port

5. Soft touch handle

CHECK THE DELIVERY PARTS

Carefully remove the machine from its packaging and check as the following parts
are complete:

-- Palm sander

-- Sandpaper x 6

-- dust port

-- operating instructions

If any parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.

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TECHNICAL DATA

Voltage 230-240V~50Hz
Power 135W
Rated speed 13000/min
Pad size: 140x140x80mm
Protection class /II
Machine weight 0.9kg

NOISE INFORMATION

A weighted sound pressure 83dB(A)
A weighted sound power 94dB(A)

& KWA 3.0dB(A)

K

PA

Wear ear protection when sound pressure is over 80dB(A)

VIBRATION INFORMATION

Vibration total values (triax vector sum) determined according to EN 60745:

Vibration information

The declared vibration total value has been measured in accordance with a
standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
The declared vibration total value may also be used in a preliminary
assessment of exposure.

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Vibration emission value a
Uncertainty K = 1.5m/s²

= 23.2 m/s²

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WARNING: The vibration emission value during actual use of the power tool can differ
from the declared value depending on the ways in which the tool is used dependant on the
following examples and other variations on how the tool is used:
How the tool is used and the materials being cut or drilled.
The tool being in good condition and well maintained.
To use the correct accessory for the tool and ensuring it is sharp and in good condition.
And the tool is being used as intended by its design and these instructions.

This tool may cause hand-arm vibration syndrome if its use is not
adequately managed.

WARNING: To be accurate, an estimation of exposure level in the actual conditions

of use should also take account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times
when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle but not actually doing the job. This
may significantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period.
Helping to minimize your vibration exposure risk.
ALWAYS use sharp chisels, drills and blades.
Maintain this tool in accordance with these instructions and keep well lubricated (where
appropriate).
If the tool is to be used regularly then invest in anti vibration accessories.
Avoid using tools in temperatures of 10
Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use across a number of days.

o

C or less.

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OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Before using the tool, read the
instruction book carefully.

INTENDED USE

The machine is intended for dry sanding of
wood, plastic, metal, Filler as well as coated
surfaces.

ASSEMBLY

1. Selecting the right grade of

sandpaper
WARNING.

switched off and the plug is removed from
the power point before making any
adjustments or undertaking maintenance
procedures.

• Different grades of sandpaper can be

purchased from your local hardware store.
Available grades are: Coarse, Medium
and Fine.

• Use a coarse grit to sand down rough

finishes, medium grit to smooth the work
and fine grit to finish off.

• It is best to make a trial run on a scrap

piece of material to determine the optimum
grades of sandpaper for a particular job.

If there are still marks on your work after

sanding, try either going back to a coarser
grade and sanding the marks out before
recommencing with the original choice of
grit ,or try using a new piece of sandpaper
to eliminate the unwanted marks before
going on to a finer grit and finishing the
job.

Always ensure that the tool is

2. Fitting the sand paper

To fit the sand paper :
Disconnect the plug from the electricity supply.
Fix one side of the sandpaper, flush with one
side of the backing pad, then attach the
sandpaper to the backing pad and press it
firmly into place.

Important!
Keep the cooling vents on the motor
housing clean and unobstructed at
all times. To be able to make the
best use of the sander, always use
original spare parts and accessories,
available from all specialist retailers.
Align the holes in the sandpaper
with the dust extraction holes in the
base of your sander.

3. Connect the dust port
Important! In the interests of your
health, always use the dust
extraction device when sanding.

Connect the extract adaptor to the dust
extractor connection.

WARNING.

sheet for wood and metal. Metal particles
become embed in the sandpaper and will
scour a wooden surface.

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Do not use the same sanding

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OPERATION

1. Starting Operation

Observe correct mains voltage! The voltage
of the power source must match the voltage
specified on the technical plate of the machine.

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2. Switching On and Off

Switch on:

Press ON/OFF switch. at the position “I”

Switch off:

Press ON/OFF switch at the position ”O”

Working Advice

Wait until the machine has come to a stand
still before placing it down on any surface.

3. Sanding Surfaces

Switch the machine on, place it with the
complete sanding surface on the surface to
be worked and move the machine with
moderate pressure over the work piece.
The removal capacity and the sanding pattern
are mainly determined by the selection of the
sanding sheet, and the applied pressure.
Flawless sanding sheets will optimize
sanding capability and extend the service life
of the machine.
Apply uniform sanding pressure; this increases
the working life of the sanding sheets.
Intensifying the sanding pressure does not
lead to an increase of the sanding capacity,
but to increased wear of the machine and
the sanding sheet.
A sanding sheet that has been used for metal
should not be used for other materials.
Use only original sanding accessories.

4. Rough Sanding

Attach a sanding sheet with coarse grain.
Apply only light pressure to the machine so

that it runs at a higher stroke rate and high
material removal is achieved.

5. Fine Sanding

Attach a sanding sheet with fine grain.
By lightly varying the application pressure or
changing the orbital stroke rate,
the sanding plate stroke rate can be reduced
whereby the orbital action is maintained.
With moderate pressure, move the machine
in a circular pattern or alternately in lengthwise
and crosswise directions over the work piece.
Do not tilt the machine to avoid sanding
through the work piece (e.g. when sanding
veneer)

MAINTENANCE

• Before undertaking any work on the machine

itself, pull the mains plugunplug the power
supply.

• For safe and proper workingoperation, always

keep the machine and ventilation slots clean.

• Regularly check to see if any dust or foreign

matter has entered the grills near the motor
and around the on/off switch. Use a soft brush
to remove any accumulated dust.

• Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes

whilst cleaning.

• If the body of the tool needs cleaning, wipe it

with a soft damp cloth. A mild detergent can
be used but nothing like alcohol, petrol or
other such cleaning agents.

• Never use caustic agents to clean plastic part.

• Lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals.

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CAUTION Water must never come
into contact with the tool.

If the supply cord of this power tool is damaged,
it must be replaced by a specially prepared cord
available through the service organisation.

PLUG REPLACEMENT

Your Power Tool is supplied with a fitted
plug, however if you need to fit a new plug
follow the instruction below.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:

Blue = Neutral Brown = Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains
lead of this appliance may not correspond
with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with N.
The wire which is coloured brown must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L.
If a 13 AMP (BS 1363/A) Plug is used, a
13 AMP Fuse must be fitted, or if any other
type of plug is used a 13 AMP Fuse must be
fitted, either in the Plug or Adaptor, or on the
Distribution Board.

If the supply cord is damaged it must be
replaced by a service agent or a similarly
qualified person in order to avoid hazard.

Note: If a moulded plug is fitted and has to
be removed take great care in disposing
of the plug and severed cable, it must
be destroyed to prevent engaging into a
socket.

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DISPOSAL

Do not dispose of electrical appliances with your domestic waste!

The packaging comprises exclusively environmentally- friendly material. Dispose of it in
your local recycling containers.

GUARANTEE

This product is selected for DOMESTIC USE ONLY and not for business use. This product is
guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of 12 months. This does not cover the
product where the fault is due to misuse, abuse, use in contravention of the instructions, or where
the product has been the subject of unauthorised modifications or alterations, or has been the
subject of commercial use. In the event of a problem with the product within the guarantee period
please contact the service centre for assistance on 08454 505299. If the item is shown to have an
inherent defect present at the time of sale, you will be provided with a replacement. Your statutory
rights remain unaffected.
Guarantor: Home Retail Group, MK9 2NW

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Year of 1st Issue .

MK9 2NW

Applicable EC Directives
2006/42/EC (MD)

2004/108/EC (EMC)

1999/5/EC (R&TTE)

2009/125/EC (ErP)

2009/48/EC (Toys)

LWA=94dB(A), LPA= 83dB(A), K=3dB(A)

2009/142/EC (Gas)

89/106/EEC (Construction)

/ /EC (Others)

Applicable

Verification of conformity
EN 61000-3-3:2008

EC Type approval certificate number
Signed :

Position: QA

Position: Head of Quality Assurance

EC Declaration of Conformity

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489-499 Avebury Boulevard

Argos Ltd

We hereby certify that the product stipulated above complies with all the relevant provisions of the following EC new approach directive/s.

This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer

Type of Product: 135W Palm Detail Sander Model Number: FS-CG-140X140X80-135A

Saxon Gate West
Milton Keynes
Buckinghamshire

Cat / Article Number:7113897

Product Description:

Voltage: 230~240V
Power: 135W
Rated speed: 13000/min
Pad size: 140x140x80mm

2006/95/EC (LVD) 2009/105/EC (Pressure) 2000/14/EC Annex , 2005/88/EC

Harmonized Standards: Report Date
EN 60745-1/A11:2010

EN 60745-2-4:2009

2011-07-22 GS TUV SUD

Photograph:

Certificate Notified Body

EN 55014-1/A1:2009
EN 55014-2/A2:2008
EN 61000-3-2/A2:2009

Issued number: 1.0 Issued on : 2012-5-23

Creator: Max Shi Name : Roger Panton-Kent

2011-07-11 EMC TUV SUD