Craftsman CMEW231 Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL | GUIDE D’UTILISATION | MANUAL DE INSTRUCTIONES
5" (127 mm) Random Orbit Sander
Ponceuse orbitale spéciale 127 mm (5 po)
Lijadora de Órbita Aleatoria 127 mm (5")
CMEW231
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Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words
This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk
of personal injury or property damage.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or seriousinjury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or seriousinjury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderateinjury.
(Used without word) Indicates a safety related message.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in propertydamage.
Fig. A
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COMPONENTS
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On/off switch
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Dust port
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Dust bag
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Sanding pad
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Sanding disc (not pictured)
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Dust skirt
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Main handle
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WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
seriousinjury.
WARNING: Never modify the product or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury couldresult.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instructionmanual.
If you have any questions or comments about this or
any product, call CRAFTSMAN toll free at:
1-888-331-4569.
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5" (127 mm) Random Orbit Sander
CMEW231
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and specifications
provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or seriousinjury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
powertool.
1) Work Area Safety
a ) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas inviteaccidents.
b ) 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 orfumes.
c ) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to losecontrol.
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 electricshock.
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 orgrounded.
c ) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electricshock.
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 electricshock.
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
electricshock.
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 electricshock.
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
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the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personalinjury.
b ) 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
personalinjuries.
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 invitesaccidents.
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 personalinjury.
e ) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpectedsituations.
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 movingparts.
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-relatedhazards.
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 wasdesigned.
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
berepaired.
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 toolaccidentally.
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 untrainedusers.
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e ) Maintain power tools and accesories. 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
powertools.
f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier tocontrol.
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 hazardoussituation.
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) Service
a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
Additional Safety Warnings
• Do not operate the unit without the dust
collectionbag.
• Empty dust bag frequently, especially when sanding
resin coated surfaces such as polyurethane, varnish,
shellac, etc. Dispose of coated dust particles according
to the finish manufacturer’s guidelines, or place in a metal
can with a tight-fitting metal lid. Remove coated dust
particles from the premises daily. The accumulation of fine
sanding dust particles may self ignite and cause fire.
• Replace a worn or damaged belt when it causes
high tool rpm. High tool rpm caused by a worn out belt
may result in separation of sanding pad from the sander,
possibly causing personal injury. For instructions on
replacing the belt, see Replacing the Sanding Pad and
the Belt under Maintenance.
Specific Safety Warnings and
Instructions: Sanders
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.
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• 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
changedfrequently.
• 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.
Additional Safety Information
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED
SAFETYEQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratoryprotection.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicalsare:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemicallytreatedlumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
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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 microscopicparticles.
• 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 harmfulchemicals.
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 andbody.
WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing
protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19)
during use. Under some conditions and duration
of use, noise from this product may contribute to
hearingloss.
• Air vents often cover moving parts and should be
avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in movingparts.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size
(AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The
smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the
capacity of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity
than 18gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
When using more than one extension to make up the
total length, be sure each individual extension contains at
least the minimum wire size. The following table shows
the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier thecord.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Volts
120 V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
240 V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)
Ampere Rating
More
Not
Than
More
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
The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The
symbols and their definitions are asfollows:
V ......................... volts
Hz ....................... hertz
min ..................... minutes
or DC ......direct current
...................... Class I Construction
Total Length of Cord in Feet
(meters)
American Wire Gauge
…/min .............. per minute
BPM .................... beats per minute
IPM ..................... impacts per minute
RPM .................... revolutions per
minute
(grounded)
sfpm ................... surface feet per
minute
SPM .................... strokes per minute
OPM .................... oscillations per
minute
A ......................... amperes
W ........................ watts
or AC ........... alternating current
or AC/DC .... alternating or
direct current
...................... Class II
Construction
(double insulated)
no ....................... no load speed
n ......................... rated speed
...................... earthing terminal
..................... safety alert symbol
..................... visible radiation
..................... wear respiratory
protection
..................... wear eye
protection
..................... wear hearing
protection
..................... read all
../min or ..min
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2N
3
3N
IPXX .................... IP symbol
documentation
-1
. Revolutions or
Reciprocations per
minute
.................. two phase
alternating current
............... two phase
alternating current
with neutral
.................. three phase
alternating current
............... three phase
alternating current
with neutral
.................. rated current of the
appropriate fuselink in amperes
A
............ time-log miniature
fuse-link where X
is the symbol for
the time/current
characteristic, as
given in
IEC 60127-3
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE USE
COMPONENTS (FIG. A)
Motor
Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate
marking. Voltage decrease of more than 10% will cause loss
of power and overheating. These tools are factory tested; if
this tool does not operate, check power supply.
Intended Use
This random orbit sander is designed for household use.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids orgases.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
thistool.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit
off and disconnect it from power source before
installing and removing accessories, before
adjusting or when making repairs. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
Attaching Hook and Loop Sanding Discs
(Fig. B)
Your sander is designed to use 5” (127mm) sanding discs
with the 8 hole dust extraction pattern. Sanding discs attach
with hook and loop.
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1. To attach the sanding disc
sanding pad
the holes in the pad and press the disc firmly in place.
2. The hook and loop fastening system sanding disc can
be easily removed by simply pulling it off. It can be
reused asdesired.
NOTE: These sanders are not to be used in drywall
applications. Using a sanding screen (e.g., screen used for
sanding drywall) directly on the hook and loop pad will not
hold and will damage the hooks on the pad. The hooks on
the pad will wear very rapidly if left in contact with the work
surface while the tool is operating.
Fig. B
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ensuring the holes in the disc align with
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, carefully center it over the
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Fig.C
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9
8
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Fig. D
Dust Collection (Fig. C, D)
WARNING: Collected sanding dust from sanding
surface coatings (polyurethane, linseed oil, etc.)
can selfignite 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: Never operate these tools unless the dust
collector is in place. Sanding dust exhaust may create
a breathing hazard.
• The dust bag
10minutes of sanding.
• To attach the dust bag to the sander, line up the
grooves
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• Slide the dust bag
dust bag clockwise to lock it in place.
• To remove, turn the dust bag
slide off the dust bag.
• To empty the dust bag, remove it from the dust port
and dump the sanding debris into an appropriate
trashreceptacle.
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should be emptied after every
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on the dust port
on the side dust bag collar
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3
onto the dust port and turn the
, with the dust bag locks
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counterclockwise and
OPERATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can causeinjury causeinjury.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. E, F)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
suddenreaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main
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handle
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Fig. E
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Fig. F
On/Off Switch (Fig. G)
• To switch the tool on, depress the on/off switch
the “I” position.
• To switch the tool off, depress the on/off switch
the ”O” position.
Fig. G
down on the tool while sanding actually slows the removal
rate and produces an inferior quality finish.
Check your work often. This sander is capable of removing
material rapidly.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can causeinjury.
Replacing the Sanding Pad and the Belt
(Fig. H)
Your sander is equipped with a replaceable belt
is located between the sanding pad
body. It is designed to control the pad speed while the unit
is off the work surface. The belt and the sanding pad are
designed to be consumable parts and will occasionally need
to be replaced. The sanding pad needs replacement when
signs of wear become evident. Replacement of the belt is
necessary when the pad speed increases very dramatically
when the unit is lifted from the work surface. These parts are
available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized
service center.
1. Holding the platen firmly, remove the four screws
from the bottom of the sanding pad.
2. Remove the sanding pad
3. Replace worn or damaged belt
around the shoulder screw
4. Reinstall pad (replace with new pad if necessary).
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at
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at
Replace the four screws. Be careful not to overtightenscrews.
Fig. H
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4
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and bearing retainer
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and the sander
by wrapping it
which
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Sander Operation
WARNING: Let the tool work at its own pace. Do
not overload.
Grasp the sander and turn it ON. Move it in long, sweeping
strokes along the surface, letting it do the work. Pushing
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Accessories
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those
offered by CRAFTSMAN, have not been tested with
this product, use of such accessories with this tool
could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only
CRAFTSMAN recommended accessories should be
used with thisproduct.
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, please contact CRAFTSMAN, call 1-888-331-4569.
Versatrack™ (Fig. I)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can causeinjury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, do not use a damaged Versatrack™ peg hook
or Versatrack™ Trackwall. A damaged Versatrack™
peg hook or Versatrack™ Trackwall will not support
the weight of the tool.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, DO NOT suspend tool overhead or suspend
objects from the peg hook. ONLY suspend tool on the
Versatrack™ Trackwall using the peghook.
WARNING: Ensure that the tool weight does not
exceed the maximum rated weight for the selected
Versatrack™ hook.
WARNING: When hanging objects on a Versatrack™
Trackwall rail, adequately space the tools in order to
not exceed 75 lb (35 kg) per linear foot.
IMPORTANT: Versatrack™ accessories mount compatible
tools securely to the Versatrack™ Trackwallsystem.
1. Turn tool off, disconnect it from power source and
removeaccessories.
CAUTION: Any product with exposed cutting teeth
must have them covered securely if it is to be on
theVersatrack™ Trackwall.
2. Mount the peg hook
3. Slide the tool loop
gancho de clavija on the tool.
NOTE: Versatrack™ 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, please contact CRAFTSMAN, call 1-888-331-4569.
Fig. I
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to the Versatrack™ Trackwall.
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onto the peg hookDiapositiva el
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Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk
of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye
protection when performingthis.
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh
chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of
the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic
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materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened
only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool
into aliquid.
Lubrication
Self lubricating bearings are used in the tool and periodic
relubrication is not required. However, it is recommended
that, once a year, you take or send the tool to a service
center for a thorough cleaning and inspection.
Repairs
WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and
RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment
(including power cord repairs, and brush inspection
and replacement, when applicable) should be
performed by a CRAFTSMAN factory service center or
a CRAFTSMAN authorized service center. Always use
identical replacementparts.
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Three Year Limited Warranty
CRAFTSMAN will repair or replace, without charge, any
defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for three
years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not
cover part failure due to normal wear or tool abuse. For
further detail of warranty coverage and warranty repair
information, visit www.craftsman.com or call
1-888-331-4569. This warranty does not apply to
accessories or damage caused where repairs have been
made or attempted by others. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have
other rights which vary in certain states orprovinces.
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