Ferm Orbital Sander FVM-250
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1. BS1363 plug is used a BS 1362 ASTA approved 5 amp fuse must be fitted Recycle Dispose of old plug and cable Prevent inadvertent connection to socket and risk of electric shock ENVIRONMENT Recycle the packaging according to the identification marks on it At the end of the product or its accessories life please recycle where facilities exist Phone the Helpline for cur rentadvice on recycling Helpline For any questions relating to operational or safety matters contact Ferm Customer Helplineon 01159661199 Monday Friday 8am 6pm Saturday 9am pm2. UK Subjectto change USER S MANUAL Document Ref FVM 250 18957 PMR I 8 issue I Mar 02 Copyright These instructions are the sole property of Ferm Omega Tools and may not be reproduced Ferm Orbital Sander FVM 250 erm Art nr 719270 Screwfix Art nr 18957 Ferm BV P O Box 134 8280 AC Genemuiden NL www ferm com 0302 27 CurYEngiish AY FVM 250 ORBITALSANDER USERS MANUAL TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Voltage 230V Frequency 50Hz Power input 280W No load speed 6000 10000 min Sand base dimensions 115x230mm Weight 2 1kg Lpa sound pressure 84 7 dB A a sound power 97 7 dB A Vibration value 6 9 m s PRODUCT INFORMATION On off switch Dust collection opening Paper clamp Sanding sole Handle behind Blocking switch Handle front Adjusting wheel O S ot aN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The following pictograms are used in these instructions for use A Denotes risk of personal injury loss of life or damage to the tool in case of non observance of the instructions in this manual A Denotes risk of electric shock Carefully read this manual before using the machine Make sure that you know how the machine functions and how to operate it Maintain the machine in accordance with the instructions to make sure it functions properly Keep this manual and the enclosed documentation with the machine Ferm products are manufactu
3. ered areas and benches invite injuries Consider the work environment Do not expose power tools to rain or use them in damp or wet locations Keep work area well lit Do not use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids vap ours or gases Guard against electric shock This unit contains dangerous voltages Use a RCD resi dual current device to provide protection against elec trical shock Prevent body contact with grounded sur faces e g pipes radiator ranges or refrigerators Keep children and pets away Do not let children or pets come into contact with the tool extension cable or work area Donot force the tool It will work better and safer at the rate for which it was intended Use the right tool Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job ofa heavy duty tool Do not use tools for purposes for which they were notintended for example do not usea circular saw for cutting trees or logs Donotabuse the cable Never carry the tool by the cable or pull it to disconnect it from the power socket Keep the cable away from heat oil and sharp edges Do not touch the metal plug pins when connecting or removing the plug Do not over reach Keep a proper footing and balance at all times Disconnect tools from power supply When not in use before servicing and when changing accessories suchas blades bits and cutters A Always switch off and unplug the sander from the power supply before making adjustmen
4. h holes that are suitable for the sander Opentherear clamp Lift up lever 3 Position the abrasive sheet on the sander sole 4 making sure that the holes in the sheet line up with the holes in the sole Closethe rear clamp Openthefront clamp and position the abrasive paper as tight as possible making sure the holes line up Closethe front clamp OPERATION A Make sure the sander is switched off Plug into a suitable mains supply Check the cable is routed well away from moving parts and switch on at plug To switch the sander ON Press the trigger switch 1 Continuous operation Press button in while trigger switch is depressed then release trigger switch The machine is now in continuous operation mode To switch OFF Release trigger switch depress and release in conti nuous operation mode Tovary speed Rotate wheel 8 to obtain the best speed for the job I is slow 6 is fast DURING USE Use gentle pressure Excessive pressure will clog the abrasive paper and slow the sanding action e Regularly inspect the abrasive during use switch off first for signs of damage or wear and replace as required Keep the machine moving This allows the debris to be cleared easily and increases the life of the abrasive Keep the ventilation slots clear Clean dust and debris with soft brush switch off and unplug first Dust collection Always use the dust collection items supplied
5. ired or after taking alcohol or pre scription non prescription drugs Ferm EXPLODED VIEW SPARE PARTS LIST FVM 250 REFNR DESCRIPTION FERMNR 5 BASE PLATE 408242 15 ROTOR 408254 16 17 18 CARBON BRUSH HOLDER COMPLETE 408245 22 33 HOUSING COMPLETE 408241 23 PRINT CIRCUIT BOARD 408248 24 STATOR 408244 25 SWITCH 408247 DUST BAG COMPLETE 408249 Ferm GUARANTEE The guarantee conditions can be found on the separately enclosed guarantee card CE DECLARATIONOFCONFoRMITY UK We declare under our sole responsibility that this productis in conformity with the following standards or standardized documents EN50144 2 4 EN50144 1 EN55014 1 EN550 14 2 EN6 1000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 in accordance with the regulations 98137IEEC 73 23 EEC 89 336 EEC from 01 07 2000 GENEMUIDEN NL ee W Kamphof ia Quality department Ferm OPERATIONAL SAFETY Warning Be aware this sander can produce fine dust which can be hazardous to your health Some older painted surfaces may contain harmful lead Clean the area and tool thoroughly after sanding Always use a suitable mask eye protection gloves and use dust extraction during sanding and cleaning Concentrate Routine and repetition can lead to mistakes Remember that a slight lack of concentration can result in serious injuries ina split second Keep workarea clean Clutt
6. on the sander corresponds with your power supply voltage and that the plug and lead are in good condition You have the correct type of abrasive Depending on the finish required use coarse grade 50 for rough uneven surfaces and medium grade 80 for more even surfaces finally finish with fine grade 20 The sander is only for use on dry surfaces It is not designed to be used in wet or damp conditions Do not use water as a lubricant cutting medium or wet and dry abrasive paper e Use abrasive sheets designed for the sander only They have dust extraction holes to remove debris from the surface and will last longer Ensure you have and wear suitable personal protec tion equipment during sanding and cleaning Route the mains lead away from workarea Run idle for 30 seconds if there is any abnormal vib ration or other fault Switch off inspect and rectify before continuing FITTING THE DUST COLLECTOR BAG A Ensure the sander is switched off and unplugged Refer to illustration below The dust bag attaches to the openingat the side of the machine Push the fitting onto the dust exhaust hole 2 Line up arrow on the bag fitting with parallel marks on the sander Twist 90 degrees to lock During use empty bag frequently FITTING THE ABRASIVE SHEETS A Ensure the sander is switched off and unplugged Refer to illustration below The sole of the sander is designed to extract dust Only use abrasive sheets wit
7. red to high quality stan dards they are safe and fit for purpose at time of sale but all tools can be dangerous if the correct precautions are not taken Always follow these instructions do not carry out the operation until you are sure you can do so in saf ety Remember to consider the work environment for safe operation as well as safety for tool use Warning When using electric tools basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this product Save these instructions for future reference PERSONALSAFETY Use Personal Protection Safety Equipment Protect eyes with safety glasses or goggles note the use of safety protective eyewear without the CE mark can lead to serious injury if the lens breaks A suitable dust mask should be worn if cutting drilling or sanding is dusty in particular chipboard or MDF Approved safety footwear and headgear should worn as appropriate for example on building works or when heavy weights are involved Wear suitable gloves and apron to protect against sparks debris Wear earplugs or ear defenders Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery It can get caught in moving parts Non skid footwear is recommended when working out doors Wear protective hair covering to contain longhair Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate tools when t
8. they do not provide complete protection from very fine dust therefore it is strongly recom mended that a suitable dust mask should be worn in addition to other personal protection items Ferm MAINTENCE CARE AND REPAIR A Switch off and unplug the machine before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance work CLEANING Wear personal protection equipment during cleaning Do not use water or flammable liquids to clean the san der clean witha soft brush FAULTS Switch OFF immediately at the mains plug and remove the plug when The plug or cable is damaged The switch on the machine is defective e You smell or see smoke caused by scorched insula tion in the machine Overheating e Putless pressure on the workpiece e The dustis not removed Check holes in sander sole are clear and line up with holes in the abrasive sheet Clean the dust extraction opening Empty the dust extractor bag The machine does not start when switched on e Check the mains lead and the fuse plug Take to your Ferm Dealer for repair The motor is defective e Taketoyour Ferm Dealer Thereare no user serviceable repairable parts inside this machine Qualified service engineers must carry out repairs and servicing MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep the tool clean for better and safer performance Follow instructions for changing accessories Inspect tool and extension cables periodically and if damaged have them repaired by a qualified person or a
9. ts or chan ging abrasive sheets Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Ensure that they are removed from the tool before swit chingon Ferm Avoid unintentional starting Do not carry plugged in tools with your finger on the switch Check that the switch is off before plugging in to socket Extension cables Use only three core earthed extension cables suitable for the power input of the tool minimum cable size 1 5mm Plug into an earthed socket only When using a cable reel unwind it fully Do not use long extension cables Outdoors use If the tool is suitable to be used outdoors only use an extension cable intended for outdoor use and marked accordingly Usea RCD residual current device to pro vide protection against electrical shock Do not use in rain or damp conditions Connecta dust extraction device Whenever there are facilities for fitting a dust of fume extraction system make sure it is connected and used Use recommended accessories The use of any other accessory or attachment other than recommended in the instructions or catalogue may pre sent a risk of personal injury Avoid the use of extension cables USING THE ORBITAL SANDER A The sander is designed for sanding wood removing rust sanding metal and polishing only This machine is designed to be used hand held do not fix to a bench with clamps or vice Ensure the sander is switched off and unplugged BEFORE OPERATING Check the voltage
10. uthorised service body Check for damaged parts Do not use a tool with damaged parts before further use a damaged tool must be carefully checked by a qualified person to determine that it will operate properly Check for alignment of moving parts binding or breakage of parts mounting and other conditions that may affect its operation A damaged part or guard should be properly repaired by an authorised service centre unless indicated otherwise in the instruction manual Have defective switches replaced by an authorised service centre Do not use a tool if the switch does not turn onand off Have your tool repaired by an expert This appliance is manufactured in accordance with rele vant safety standards Only experts must carry out repai ring of electrical appliances otherwise considerable dan ger for the user may result Ferm Storing tools When not in use tools should be stored in the dry out of reach of children ELECTRICAL INFORMATION This product is complete with a pre wired mains plug If the plug needs replacing follow these instructions Wire correctly The wires in the mains lead are coloured in the following way BLUE e Neutral BROWN e Live YELLOW GREEN_ Earth Green amp Yellow Earth Fuse 5 Amp Blue Brown Neutral Live Securing wires Secure wires carefully and firmly to the correct termi nals Secure the mains cable in the plug cord grip firmly Fit a 5 amp fuse If a 3amp
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