ITC 5"" Variable Speed Random Orbit Sander, SPT180V Operator's Manual
PROD. NO. 011461
MOD. NO. SPT180V
5" Variable Speed Random Orbit Sander
Operator’s Manual (p.2)
Ponceuse orbitale de 5 po à vitesse variable
Guide d’utilisation (p.6)
SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need this manual for safety instructions, operating procedures,
and warranty. Put it and the original sales invoice in a safe, dry place for
future reference.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING! When using electric tools, machines or equipment, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric
shock, and personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL
1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
2. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in damp,
wet, or poorly lit locations. Don’t expose your tool to rain. Keep the work area
well lit. Don’t use tools in the presence of ammable gases or liquids.
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3. KEEP CHILDREN AND BYSTANDERS AWAY. All children should be kept
away from the work area. Don’t let them handle machines, tools or extension
cords. Visitors can be a distraction and are difcult to protect from injury.
4. GROUNDED TOOLS must be plugged into an outlet that itself is properly
installed and grounded. Grounding provides a low-resistance path to carry
electricity to ground away from the operator, should the tool malfunction electrically. Do not remove the grounding prong from the plug or alter the plug in
any way. If in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded according
to code, check with a qualied electrician.
5. OBSERVE PROPER PRECAUTIONS REGARDING DOUBLE INSULATION. This tool is double insulated. It is equipped with a polarized plug. One
blade is wider than the other, so it will t into a polarized outlet only one way.
If you have difculty inserting the plug, try reversing it. If it still doesn’t t, do
not alter the plug; have a qualied electrician install a polarized outlet.
6. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded
surfaces: pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures. When your
body is grounded the risk of electric shock increases. When working
wherever “live” electrical wires may be encountered, try to ascertain whether
there is a danger of shock. Even so, DO NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS
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OF THE TOOL while using it. Hold the tool only by the plastic grip to prevent
electric shock if you contact a live wire.
7. DO NOT ABUSE THE CORD. Never carry your tool by the power cord or
pull on the cord to unplug it. Protect the cord from potential sources of damage: heat, oil & solvents, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged
cords immediately.
8. WHEN WORKING OUTDOORS, USE AN OUTDOOR-RATED EXTENSION
CORD. An extension cord rated for outdoor use must be marked “W-A” or
“W”.
9. DO NOT EXPOSE ELECTRICAL POWER TOOLS TO MOISTURE. Rain or
wet conditions can cause water to enter the tool and lead to electric shock.
10. ENSURE THE EXTENSION CORD YOU USE IS OF SUFFICIENT GAUGE
FOR ITS LENGTH.
Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cords
Amps from
Tool
Nameplate
0 - 5 amps 16 ga. 16 ga. 16 ga. 14 ga. 12 ga. 12 ga.
5.1 - 8 amps 16 ga. 16 ga. 14 ga. 12 ga. 10 ga. Do Not
8.1 - 12 amps 14 ga. 14 ga. 12 ga. 10 ga. Do Not
12.1 - 15 amps 12 ga. 12 ga. 10 ga. 10 ga. Do Not
15.1 - 20 amps 10 ga. 10 ga. 10 ga. Do Not
7.62 m
(25') long
15.24 m
(50') long
22.86 m
(75') long
30.48 m
(100')
long
Use
45.72 m
(150')
long
Use
Use
Do Not
Use
60.96 m
(200')
long
Use
Do Not
Use
Do Not
Use
Do Not
Use
11. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. Store equipment in a dry area to inhibit rust.
Equipment also should be in a high location or locked up to keep out of reach
of children.
12. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the
rate for which it was intended.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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13. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force a small tool or attachment to do the
work of a larger industrial tool. Don’t use a tool for a purpose for which it was
not intended.
14. DRESS PROPERLY. Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry; they can be
caught in moving parts. Protective, non-electrically conductive gloves and
non-skid footwear are recommended when working. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep it from harm.
15. USE EYE PROTECTION. Use a full-face mask if the work you’re doing
produces metal lings, dust or wood chips. Goggles are acceptable in other
situations. Wear a clean dust mask if the work involves creating a lot of ne
or coarse dust.
16. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work. It’s safer than using
your hands and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
17. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not
reach over or across machines that are running.
18. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and safe performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles
dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
19. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure the switch is in the OFF posi-
tion before plugging in.
20. ALWAYS CHECK AND MAKE SURE TO REMOVE ANY ADJUSTING
KEYS OR WRENCHES before turning the tool on. Left attached, these parts
can y off a rotating part and result in personal injury.
21. DO NOT USE THE TOOL IF IT CANNOT BE SWITCHED ON OR OFF.
Have your tool repaired before using it.
22. DISCONNNECT THE PLUG FROM POWER BEFORE MAKING ANY
ADJUSTMENTS. Changing attachments or accessories can be dangerous if
the tool could accidentally start.
23. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing & use common sense. Don’t oper-
ate any tool when you are tired.
24. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this tool, any part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mountings, and other conditions
that may affect its operation. Inspect screws and tighten any ones that are
loose. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service centre unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in the instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service
centre. Don’t use the tool if switch does not turn it on and off properly.
25. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts.
26. SERVICE AND REPAIRS should be made by qualied repair technicians at
an authorized repair centre. Improperly repaired tools could cause serious
shock or injury
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FRANÇAIS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR RANDOM ORBIT SANDER
= ALWAYS CHECK THE SPEED RATING OF ACCESSORIES. This tool will
spin accessories at 12,000 rpm. Accessories not rated for speeds this high
will very likely y apart and could cause serious injury.
WARNING! The warnings, cautions and instructions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the
operator.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Your new ITC SPT180V comprises:
5" Variable Speed Random Orbital Sander
Dust bag
Sandpaper disc
=Voltage:120 volts AC, 60Hz.
=Current rating: 2.5 amps
=Variable speed: 4,000 - 12,000 OPM (Oscillations Per Minute)
The 5" Variable Speed Random Orbital Sander is designed for sanding and
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polishing a variety of materials. Its high speed allows fast material removal while
sanding and the random orbiting feature virtually eliminates the swirl marks
usually left by rotating sanders.
OPERATING PROCEDURES
SANDING DISCS
Your 5" Variable Speed Random Orbital Sander is designed to accept only
5" (125 mm) diameter hook and loop sanding discs with a pattern of 8 dust
collection holes (similar to those used by Makita™ sanders). The dust collection
holes allow sanding dust to be picked up and collected in the dust bag, reducing
the amount of material that collects between the grit particles of the sandpaper.
This extends the useful life of the sanding discs. Check also for any damage to
an abrasive disc before you install it.
CONTROL THE DUST IN THE WORKPLACE
=At the back of your sander, you can attach a dust collector hose, or if not
available, the supplied dust bag can be used.
FRANÇAIS
=Empty the bag whenever it is half full.
=The dust bag slides onto the extraction port at the back of the tool. There is
an L-shaped locking slot on the bottom of the dust bag’s plastic opening.
=Slide this slot over the small peg on the bottom of the dust port and twist the
bag counterclockwise slightly to secure it.
INSTALLING A SANDPAPER DISC
1. Unplug the sander.
2. Turn the tool upside down.
3. Place the paper, fuzzy side down on the sanding pad so that the holes in the
paper align with the dust extraction holes on the pad.
4. Press down on the paper rmly so the hooks in the pad engage the loops in
the fuzzy backing of the paper.
5. When removing paper do so slowly and gently. Tearing the paper off quickly
can shorten the life of the small plastic hooks on the sanding pad and result
in the sandpaper discs falling off in use.
RUNNING THE SPT180V
1. Plug in the tool.
2. Hold the tool rmly.
3. Check to make sure the abrasive disc is not obstructed.
4. While the tool is off the surface, press the switch on the front of the machine
with your index nger. Switching the tool on or off under load may damage it
and will cause excessive swirl markings on the workpiece.
5. Gently lower the sander onto the surface.
MAINTENANCE
= Keep the vents clear of dust and debris. This will help prevent possible
electrical shorts and ensure proper cooling.
= Keep the tool housing clean and free of oil and grease using mild soap and a
damp (not wet) cloth.
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