Harbor Freight Tools 46507 User Manual

7” POLISHER/SANDER

®

Model 46507

ASSEMBLY AND

OPERATING INFORMATION

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form

without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

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SPECIFICATIONS TABLE

Item Description

Electrical
Requirements

Spindle Thread 5/8”-11 Threads Per Inch
Handle Mounting Threaded, 3 Positions
Wool Cover Size 8”
Tool Length 17”
Tool Weight 8.40 Lbs. With Wool Cover

120V / 60 Hz / 11 Load Amp
Double Insulated Motor
1,000 - 3,000 RPM Variable Speed
16 Gauge Power Cord

96GA

E210256

SAVE THIS MANU AL

You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
operating, inspection, maintenance, and cleaning procedures, parts list and
assembly diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice
number on the inside of the front cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe
and dry place for future reference.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY. Cluttered, damp or wet work areas
invite injuries.

2. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM WORK AREA. Do not allow children to handle
this product.

3. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools and equipment should be
stored in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and equipment and
keep out of reach of children.

4. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR
DRUGS. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or
reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not attempt to
use this product.

5. USE EYE, BREATHING, AND HEARING PROTECTION. Wear ANSI approved
safety impact eye glasses, ANSI approved breathing protection, and ANSI
approved hearing protection when using this product. ANSI approved safety
impact eye glasses, dust masks, and hearing protectors are available from
Harbor Freight Tools.

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6. DRESS SAFELY. Non-skid footwear or safety shoes should be used when
working with this product. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can
become caught in moving parts. Wear a protective hair covering to prevent long
hair from becoming caught in moving parts. If wearing a long-sleeve shirt, roll
sleeves up above elbows.

7. INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS MUST FOLLOW OSHA REQUIREMENTS.

8. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times to prevent
tripping, falling, back injury, etcetera.

9. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing at all times. Use common sense. Do
not use this product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand.

10. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this product, carefully check that
it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for damaged
parts and any other conditions that may affect the operation of this product.
Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.

11. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES. When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this
product. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

12. MAINT AIN THIS PRODUCT WITH CARE. Keep this tool clean and dry for better
and safer performance.

13. MAINTENANCE: For your safety, ser vice and maintenance should be performed
regularly by a qualified technician.

14. USE THE RIGHT PRODUCT FOR THE RIGHT JOB. There are certain
applications for which this product was designed. Do not use small equipment,
tools or attachments to do the work of larger industrial equipment, tools or
attachments. Do not use this product for a purpose for which it was not intended.

SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

1. MAKE SURE THE POWER SWITCH (part #33) IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE POWER CORD (part #36).

2. DO NOT ABUSE THE POWER CORD. Do not use the Power Cord (par t #36) to
pull the Plug from a power outlet. Keep Power Cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges, and moving parts. Replace a damaged Power Cord immediately. Route
the Power Cord safely. Protect it from being damaged by other equipment in the
work area. Do not route the Power Cord where it can be walked on or tripped
over.

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3. IF YOU USE AN EXTENSION CORD, MAKE SURE TO USE ONLY UL

APPROVED CORDS HAVING THE CORRECT GAUGE AND LENGTH.
(SEE FIGURE A.)

REQUIRED EXTENSION CORD GAUGE

Na m eplate Extensi on Cord Len gt h

A mperes 25’ 50’ 75’ 100’ 150’ 200’

0 - 5 16 16 16 14 12 12

5.1 - 8 16 16 14 12 10 -

8.1 - 12 14 14 12 10 - -

12.1 - 15 12 12 10 10 - -

15.1 - 20 10 10 10 - - -

FIGURE A

4. MAINTAIN A SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT. Do not use this tool in or near
damp or wet areas. Do not expose this product to rain. Keep work area well lit.
Make sure there is adequate surrounding work space. Use this tool in a well
ventilated area. Do not operate this tool in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases, or dust. To avoid accidental electric shock, do not let your body come in
contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators.

5. DO NOT FORCE THE EQUIPMENT. This Polisher/Sander will do the work better
and safer at the speed and capacity for which it was designed.

6. REMOVE ALL ADJUSTING WRENCHES FROM THE POLISHER/SANDER

BEFORE TURNING IT ON.

7. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure you are prepared to begin
work before turning the Power Switch (part #33) “ON”.

8. ALLOW THE POLISHING DISC (part #44) AND WOOL COVER (part #45), AS

WELL AS THE RUBBER BACKING PLATE (#46) WHEN SANDING, TO SPIN
UP TO FULL SPEED BEFORE PRESSING THEM ONTO THE WORKPIECE.

When turning off the Polisher/Sander, allow the Rubber Backing Plate or Polish­ing Disc to spin down and stop on their own. Do not press against to stop them.

9. DO NOT FORCE THE POLISHING DISC (part #44) AND WOOL COVER (part

#45), RUBBER BACKING PLATE (#46) WITH SANDPAPER DISC ONTO THE
WORKPIECE WHEN USING. Apply moderate pressure, allowing the Polisher/

Sander to do the work without being forced.

10. MAKE SURE THE WORKPIECE IS FREE FROM BURRS AND ANY OTHER

FOREIGN OBJECTS WHICH COULD DAMAGE THE POLISHER/SANDER.

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