Hitachi FSV 10SA Handling Instructions Manual page 15

2. Power switch
Ensure that the power switch is in the OFF positon. If
the plug is connected to a receptacle while the power
switch is in the ON position, the power tool will start
operating immediately, which could cause a serious
accident.
3. Extension cord
When the work area is removed from the power source,
use an extension cord of suffi cient thickness and rated
capacity. The extension cord should be kept as short as
practicable.
4. Installing the sanding paper
Align the hole in the base with the sanding paper holes.
Place the sanding paper over the base. Next line up both
ends of the sanding paper with the base width-wise, and
fold the sanding paper (Fig. 1).
Align the fold with the edge of the base, and grip one
side with the paper holder (Fig. 2).
Now grip the opposite side of the sanding paper with the
paper holder.
CAUTION
The sanding paper must be precisely installed on the pad, ensuring that there is
ample tension (leaving no slack). Loosely installed sanding paper could result in
unevenly sanded surfaces and/or damage to the sanding paper itself.
5. Attaching and Removing the Dust Bag
(1) Attaching the Dust Bag
As shown in Fig. 3, hold the dust gate and push it in the
direction of Arrow A to attach it to the dust outlet.
(2) Removing the Dust Bag
As shown in Fig. 3, hold the dust gate and pull it in the
direction of Arrow B to remove it from the dust outlet.
CAUTION
Prior to the sanding operation, make sure the
material of surface you are going to sand.
If the surface under sanding operation is expected to generate harmful / toxic
dusts such as lead painted surface, make sure the dust bag or appropriate dust
extraction system is connected with dust outlet tightly.
Wear the dust mask additionally, if available.
Do not inhale or touch the harmful / toxic dusts generated in sanding operation, the
dust can endanger the health of yourself and bystanders.
6. RCD
The use of a residual current device with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less at all
times is recommended.
Fold
Paper holder
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Fig. 1
Bend
Fig. 2
A
B Dust bag
Dust gate
Dust bag clamp
Fig. 3