OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
5-1/2 in. CORNER CAT®
COMPACT FINISH SANDER
DOUBLE INSULATED
CORNER CAT® PONCEUSE DE
FINITION COMPACTE 140 mm (5-1/2 po)
DOUBLE ISOLATION
CORNER CAT® LIJADORA DE ACABADO
COMPACTA 140 mm (5-1/2 pulg.)
DOBLE AISLAMIENTO
CFS1503
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Power Tool
Safety Warnings ..............................2-3
Sander Safety Warnings ..................... 3
Symbols ..............................................4
Electrical ............................................. 5
Features .............................................. 6
Assembly ............................................ 6
Operation .........................................6-8
Maintenance ....................................... 9
Figures (Illustrations) ...................10-11
Parts Ordering
and Service .........................Back page
WARNING: To reduce the
risk of injury, the user must read and
understand the operator’s manual
before using this product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
Règles de sécurité générales
relatives aux outils électriques ........2-3
Avertissements de sécurité relatifs
au ponceuse ......................................3
Symboles ............................................4
Caractéristiques électriques ............... 5
Caractéristiques .................................6
Assemblage ........................................ 6
Utilisation ........................................6-8
Entretien .............................................9
Figures (illustrations) ....................10-11
Commande de pièces
et dépannage ....................Page arrière
AVERTISSEMENT :
réduire les risques de blessures,
l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien
comprendre le manuel d’utilisation avant
d’employer ce produit.
Pour
CONSERVER CE MANUEL
POUR FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE
ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO
Advertencias de seguridad
para herramientas eléctrica ........... 2-3
Advertencias de seguridad
de lijadora ..........................................3
Símbolos ............................................4
Aspectos eléctricos ...........................5
Características ...................................6
Armado ..............................................6
Funcionamiento ............................. 6-8
Mantenimiento ...................................9
Figuras (illustraciones) ............... 10-11
Pedidos de piezas
y servicio ....................... Pág. posterior
ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir
el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer
y comprender el manual del operador
antes de usar este producto.
GUARDE ESTE MANUAL
PARA FUTURAS CONSULTAS
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 mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
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.
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 or moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an exten-
sion cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suit-
able for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is un-
avoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of
electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon 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
injury.
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.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long
hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn
into air vents.
Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable
footing on a solid surface enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
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 bind-
ing 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.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly main-
tained 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.
SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when
performing an operation where the cutting accessory
may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contact-
ing a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the
power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric
shock.
Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual care-
fully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious injury.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Following this rule will re-
duce the risk of serious personal injury.
Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of serious personal injury.
Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have
repaired at your nearest authorized service center.
Constantly stay aware of cord location. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
SERVICE
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.
When servicing a power tool, use only identical re-
placement 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 shock or injury.
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorized service center. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.
Make sure your extension cord is in good condi-
tion. When using an extension cord, be sure to use
one heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is
recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less
in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in loss of power and overheating.
Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before
using this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
serious personal injury.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be re-
placed only by the manufacturer or by an authorized
service center to avoid risk.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this product. If
you loan someone this product, loan them these instructions also.
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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTICE:
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read The Operator’s Manual
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates important information not related to an
injury hazard, such as a situation that may result in property damage.
DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Eye Protection
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type of current
n
o
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1.
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ELECTRICAL
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power
tools, which eliminates the need for the usual threewire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are
isolated from the internal metal motor components with
protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need
to be grounded.
WARNING:
The double insulated system is intended to protect
the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool’s
internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions
to avoid electrical shock.
NOTE: Servicing of a product with double insulation requires
extreme care and knowledge of the system and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service, we suggest you return the product to your nearest authorized service center for repair. Always use original
factory replacement parts when servicing.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This product has a precision-built electric motor. It should
be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz,
AC only (normal household current). Do not operate this
product on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop
will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If
the product does not operate when plugged into an outlet,
double-check the power supply.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from
a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has
the capacity to handle the current the product will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in
overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine
the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only
round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories
(UL) should be used.
When working outdoors with a product , use an extension
cord that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is
designated with “W-A” or “W” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
**Ampere rating (on product data plate)
0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0
Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
50' 16 16 16 14 14 12
100' 16 16 14 12 10 —
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge
WARNING:
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area.
Position the cord so that it will not get caught on
lumber, tools, or other obstructions while you are working
with a power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged
replace immediately. Never use the product with a
damaged cord since touching the damaged area could
cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury.
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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Sanding Pad Length ..............................................5-1/2 in.
Orbit Diameter ........................................................ 1/16 in.
ASSEMBLY
No Load Speed ..................................12,500 r/min. (RPM)
Input ................................. 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 1.2 Amp
WARNING:
Do not use this product if it is not completely assembled
or if any parts appear to be missing or damaged. Use of
a product that is not properly and completely assembled
or with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-525-2579 for assistance.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories or attachments not recommended for use with this
product. Any such alteration or modification is misuse
and could result in a hazardous condition leading to
possible serious personal injury.
OPERATION
SANDING SHEET SELECTION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with products to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Alwaysweareyeprotectionwithsideshieldsmarkedto
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
Selecting the correct size grit and type sanding sheet is an
important step in achieving a high quality finish. Aluminum
oxide, silicon carbide, and other synthetic abrasives are best
for power sanding. Natural abrasives, such as flint and garnet
are too soft for economical use in power sanding.
In general, coarse grit will remove the most material and finer
grit will produce the best finish in all sanding operations. The
condition of the surface to be sanded will determine which
grit will do the job. If the surface is rough, start with a coarse
grit and sand until the surface is uniform. Medium grit may
then be used to remove scratches left by the coarser grit and
finer grit used for finishing of the surface. Always continue
sanding with each grit until surface is uniform.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The
use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below when
using the appropriate sanding sheet or pad:
Sanding on wood surfaces
Removing rust from and sanding steel surfaces
Polishing and scrubbing porcelain and metal
ATTACHING HOOK-AND-LOOP SANDING
SHEETS
See Figure 1, page 10.
Unplug the sander.
Align holes in hook-and-loop type sanding sheet with
holes in pad, then carefully press fuzzy side of the sanding sheet against pad as tightly as possible.
NOTE: Hook-and-loop type sanding sheets can be
reused for the life of the sanding abrasive. It is recommended that you keep the sanding sheet backing clean to provide for best adhesion. Clean the
sheet and hook-and-loop pad by brushing lightly
with a light brush.
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OPERATION
ATTACHING THE DUST BAG
See Figure 2, page 10.
The dust bag provides a dust collection system for the sander.
Sanding dust is drawn up through the holes of the sanding
sheet and collected in the dust bag during sanding.
Unplug the sander.
Using a slight twisting motion, firmly slide dust bag as-
sembly over blower exhaust on sander.
TURNING THE SANDER ON/OFF
See Figure 3, page 10.
While holding the tool in normal operating position:
Push the ON/OFF switch to the left to turn sander on.
Push the ON/OFF switch to the right to turn sander off.
OPERATING THE SANDER
See Figures 4 - 5, page 10.
CAUTION:
Keep the cord away from the sanding pad and position
the cord so that it will not be caught on lumber, tools, or
other objects during sanding.
Secure the workpiece to prevent it from moving under
the sander.
WARNING:
Unsecured workpieces could be thrown towards the
operator, causing injury.
WARNING:
Keep your head away from the sander and sanding area.
Hair could be drawn into sander causing serious injury.
Hold the sander in front and away from you, keeping it
clear of the workpiece.
NOTICE:
To avoid motor damage resulting from overheating, do
not cover the air vents with your hand.
Start the sander and let the motor build to its maximum
speed.
Graduallylowersanderontotheworkpiecesothatallof
the sanding disc surface is in contact with workpiece.
Move the sander slowly across the workpiece using small,
circular motions.
Do not force. The weight of the unit supplies adequate
pressure to do the work. Applying additional pressure only
slows the motor, rapidly wears the sanding sheet, and greatly
reduces sander speed. Excessive pressure will overload the
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motor causing possible damage from overheating and can
result in inferior work. Any finish or resin on wood may soften
from the frictional heat. Do not sand on one spot too long
as the sander’s rapid action may remove too much material,
making the surface uneven.
Extended periods of sanding may overheat the motor. If this
occurs, turn the sander off and wait until the sanding sheet
comes to a complete stop. Remove sander from workpiece.
Remove your hand from vent area. Turn sander on and run
it free without a load to cool the motor.
For detail sanding such as corners and crevices, use the
tip of the sanding sheet with small, back and forth motions.
EMPTYING THE DUST BAG
See Figure 6, page 10.
For more efficient operation, empty the dust bag when it is
no more than half full to permit better air flow through the
bag. Always empty and clean the dust bag thoroughly upon
completion of a sanding operation and before storing.
WARNING:
Collected dust from sanding surface coatings such as
polyurethanes, linseed oil, etc. can self-ignite in the
sander dust bag or elsewhere and cause fire. To reduce
the risk of fire, empty the dust bag every 10-15 minutes
while sanding. Never store or leave a sander without
totally emptying its dust bag. Also follow the recommendations of the coatings manufacturers.
Unplug the sander.
Remove the dust bag from the sander.
Shake out the dust.
Reattach the dust bag to the sander.
For a more thorough cleaning of the dust bag, remove dust
bag from dust bag frame and shake out dust. Replace dust
bag over frame then install dust bag assembly on sander.
CHANGING THE SANDING SHEETS AND
PADS
See Figure 7, page 11.
The sander is packed with sanding sheets and pads designed
for a variety of uses. To change, simply pull the used sheet
or pad off the base and attach the desired sheet or pad by
pressing it onto the base of the sander.
PAPER PUNCH
See Figure 8, page 11.
A paper punch template has been supplied with the sander
for aligning and punching holes in sandpaper. The punched
holes must align with the holes in the sander pad.
Install sandpaper on the sander.
Align the sander pad over the paper punch.
Push down on the sander.
OPERATION
ROTATING THE SANDING SHEETS
See Figure 9, page 11.
The majority of wear in a precision sanding application occurs
at the tip of the sanding sheet. The unique Tri-Flex design of
the sanding sheets allows you to detach and rotate the top
two thirds of each, extending the life of the sheet.
To rotate the sheet, simply remove the top two thirds of
sanding sheet along the perforation. Rotate the sheet so
that a clean corner is located at the tip of the base. Press
the sheet firmly onto the sander pad.
NOTE: Scrubbing and polishing pads are not perforated and
cannot be rotated.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING:
This product and some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may
contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
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.
Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure, work in a well-ventilated area and with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Alwaysweareyeprotectionwithsideshieldsmarkedto
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the
unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further
lubrication is required.
POWER SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT
If replacement of the power supply cord is necessary, this
must be done by an authorized service center in order to
avoid a safety hazard.
CLEANING SCRUBBING PADS
To ensure longer life and optimum performance, periodically clean all residue and foreign materials from scrubbing
pads. This can be done simply by rinsing the pad with warm
water until all foreign material has been washed away. After
cleaning, gently squeeze the pad to remove excess water
and allow pad to dry. Always store pads and sanding sheets
flat in a cool, dry location.
CLEANING SANDING SHEETS
The sanding sheets that came with the sander are made to
be re-used. Therefore, it is important that they be cleaned
periodically to remove sanding residue and foreign material
that can accumulate over time.
To clean sanding sheets, rub the sheets with a hard rubber
block.
Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear
and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips
and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes,
commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommend
using this product for extended work on these types
of materials. However, if you do work with any of these
materials, it is extremely important to clean the product
using compressed air.
This product has a Three-year Limited Warranty.
For Warranty details go to www.ryobitools.com
NOTE: FIGURES (ILLUSTRATIONS) START ON PAGE 10 AFTER
FRENCH AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS.
WARNING:
Always remove the scrubbing pad or sanding sheet from
sander before cleaning. Failure to do so could cause
serious personal injury.
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