Porter-Cable PTS3 Sander User Manual
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1. If damaged have the tool serviced before using Use of an accessory not intended for use with the specific tools increases the risk of injury to persons Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded HOW TO PREVENT IT Never wear loose fitting clothes or apparel which contains loose straps or ties etc which could become entangled in moving parts of the tool Remove any jewelry watches identifications bracelets necklaces etc which might become caught by the tool Keep hands away from moving parts Tie up or cover long hair Always wear proper fitting clothing and other safety equipment when using this tool HOW TO PREVENT IT Keep the working part of the tool away from hands and body SPECIFICATIONS NOTE All models come standard with a PSA type sander pad Size Operating Free Thread Fe oa Piss bala ial 1 4 18 NPT Female Female o a aai 90 psig 12000 5 16 24 1 4 18 NPT Female Female Female Female PTS6 3 32 5 Yes 90 psig 12000 5 16 24 1 4 18 NPT Female Female PTS 3 16 No 90 psig 12000 5 16 24 1 4 18 NPT PAPA PA fiae romae ll Female Female ere e eee Female Female PTS10 3 32 6 Yes 90 psig 12000 5 16 24 1 4 18 NPT Female Female PAD SPECIFICATIONS Replacement sander pads are available at the store the unit was purchased Model Pad Abrasive Vacuu2. nearest supplier D29847 8 ENG NOTES 9 ENG D29847 LIMITED WARRANTY PORTER CABLE CORPORATION warrants to the original purchaser that all products covered under this warranty are free from defects in material and workmanship Products covered under this warranty include air compressors air tools service parts pressure washers and generators which have the following warranty periods 3 YEARS Limited warranty on 2 stage oil free air compressor pumps that operate at 1725 RPM 2 YEARS Limited warranty on oil lubricated air compressor pumps 1 YEAR Limited warranty on all other air compressor components 2 YEARS Limited warranty on electric generator alternators 1 YEAR Limited warranty on other generator components 2 YEARS Limited warranty on pneumatic air tools as described in Porter Cable general catalog 1 YEAR Limited warranty on pressure washers used in consumer applications i e personal residential household usage only 90 DAY Pressure washers used for commercial applications income producing and service parts 1 YEAR Limited warranty on all accessories Porter Cable will repair or replace at Porter Cable s option products or components which have failed within the warranty period Service will be scheduled according to the normal work flow and business hours at the service center location and the availability of replacement parts All decisions of Porter Cable Corporation with regard to this limite
3. use tools which have been dropped impacted or damaged by use Use only impact grade sockets on an impact wrench Do not apply excessive force to the tool let the tool perform the work D29847 HAZARD EVENTO RISK OF INJURY continued Improperly maintained tools and accessories can cause serious injury There is a risk of bursting if the tool is damaged Use only accessories identified by the manufacturer to be used with specific tools HAZARD ENTES RISK OF ELETRIC SHOCK This tool is not provided with an insulated gripping surface Contact with a live wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool live and can result in electrocution or death HAZARD ENTES RISK OF ENTANGLEMENT WHAT COULD HAPPEN Tools which contain moving elements or drive other mov ing tools such as grinding wheels sockets sanding discs etc can become entangled in hair clothing jewelry and other loose objects resulting in severe injury HAZARD PNIZGNINGY RISK OF CUT OR BURNS D29847 WHAT COULD HAPPEN Tools which cut shear drill staple punch chisel etc are capable of causing serious injury 4 ENG Maintain the tool with care Keep a cutting tool sharp and clean A properly maintained tool with sharp cutting edges reduces the risk of binding and is easier to control Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that affects the tool s operation
4. Instruction manual Manual de Instrucciones Guide d utilisation To learn more about Porter Cable visit our website at http www porter cable com Para obtener m s informaci n sobre Porter Cable visite nuestro sitio web en http www porter cable com Pour de plus amples renseignements concernant Porter Cable consultez notre site Web a l adresse suivante http www porter cable com PORTER CABLE Copyright 2003 Porter Cable Corporation ESPANOL PAGINA 11 FRANCAIS PAGE 19 Random Orbital Palm Sanders Lijadora Orbital para la Palma de la Mano Ponceuse orbitale al atoire MODEL MODELO MODELE PTS3 PTS4 PTS5 PTS6 PTS7 PTS8 PTS9 PTS10 IMPORTANT Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instructions before starting operations IMPORTANTE Aseg rese de que la persona que va a usar esta herramienta lea cuidadosamente y comprenda estas instrucciones antes de empezar a operarla IMPORTANT Veuillez vous assurer que la personne qui utilise cet outil lit attentivement et comprend ces instructions avant de commencer a utiliser l outil Part No D29847 037 0 e Air powered equipment and power tools are capable of propelling materials such as fasteners metal chips saw dust and other debris at high speed which could result in serious eye injury Tool attachments can become loose or break and fly apart propelling part
5. consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you e IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you PORTER CABLE Porter Cable Corporation Jackson TN USA 1 888 559 8550 D29847 10 ENG
6. d warranty shall be final This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state RESPONSIBILITY OF ORIGINAL PURCHASER initial User e To process a warranty claim on this product DO NOT return it to the retailer The product must be evaluated by an Porter Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center For the location of the nearest Porter Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center call 1 888 559 8550 24 hours a day 7 days a week e Retain original cash register sales receipt as proof of purchase for warranty work e Use reasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the product as described in the Owners Manual s e Deliver or ship the product to the nearest Porter Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center Freight costs if any must be paid by the purchaser e Air compressors with 60 and 80 gallon tanks will be inspected at the site of installation Contact the nearest Porter Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center that provides on site service calls for service call arrangements e Ifthe purchaser does not receive satisfactory results from the Porter Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center the purchaser should contact Porter Cable THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER e Merchandise sold as reconditioned used as rental equipment and floor or display models e Merchandise that has become damaged or inoperative because of ordinary wear misuse cold heat rain excessive humidity fr
7. ed from 0 12000 It is recommended to operate the Trigger Air Inlet tool with the air valve control at the Air Valve maximum setting for the best tool Control performance Lever ej When job is complete turn the air compressor off and store as described in Sander Pad the air compressor operator manual Tips j Begin sanding with an abrasive grit sandpaper Without Vacuum Option coarse enough to remove the high spots Progress to a finer grit sandpaper until the desired finish is obtained e Never change from coarse grit sandpaper to Air Inlet a very fine grit sandpaper always progress gt a gradually to the finer grit Trigger Vacuum Exhaust Air Valve Control Lever Sander Pad With Vacuum Option D29847 6 ENG MAINTENANCE To Install Abrasive Disc Disconnect the tool from the air supply holding it so sander pad faces up e Clean dust from sander pad a Position abrasive disc onto sander pad Press abrasive disc firmly onto sander pad Align the dust extraction holes if equipped in the abrasive disc with the holes in the sander pad IMPORTANT Do not use PSA pressure sensitive adhesive disc with Hook amp Loop pad as the disc may be thrown from the pad causing personal injury 7 ENG D29847 Lubrication Air tools require lubrication throughout the life of the tool The air motor and bearing uses com pressed air to power the tool Because moisture in compressed air will rust the air
8. eeze damage use of improper chemicals negligence accident failure to operate the product in accordance with the instructions provided in the Owners Manual s supplied with the product improper maintenance the use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Porter Cable or unauthorized repair or alterations An air compressor that pumps air more than 50 during a one hour period is considered misuse because the air compressor is undersized for the required air demand e Repair and transportation costs of merchandise determined not to be defective e Costs associated with assembly required oil adjustments or other installation and start up costs e Expendable parts or accessories supplied with the product which are expected to become inoperative or unuseable after a reasonable period of use including but not limited to sanding disks or pads saw and shear blades grinding stones springs chisels nozzles o rings air jets washers bearings rotor blades contact wheels gaskets and similar accessories e Merchandise sold by Porter Cable which has been manufactured by and identified as the product of another company such as gasoline engines The product manufacturer s warranty if any will apply e ANY INCIDENTAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS DAMAGE OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
9. icles at the operator and others in the work area D29847 2 ENG HAZARD PRIZGDIEY RISK OF LOSS OF HEARING WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT e Long term exposure to noise produced from the opera e Always wear ANSI 3 19 hearing protection tion of air tools can lead to permanent hearing loss MIND RISK TO BREATHING INHALATION HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HAZARD Abrasive tools such as grinders sanders and cut off tools generate dust and abrasive materials which can be harmful to human lungs and respiratory system Some materials such as adhesives and tar contain chemicals whose vapors could cause serious injury with prolonged exposure HAZARD ENZO RISK OF INJURY Tools left unattended or with the air hose attached can be activated by unauthorized persons leading to their injury or injury to others Air tools can propel fasteners or other materials throughout the work area A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool increases the risk of personal injury Using inflator nozzles for duster applications can cause serious injury Air tools can become activated by accident during maintenance or tool changes Air tools can cause the workpiece to move upon con tact leading to injury Loss of control of the tool can lead to injury to self or others Poor quality improper or damaged tools such as grinding wheels chisels sockets drills nailers staplers etc can fly apa
10. m Pad Spindle Thread Models Dia Disc i Used With Type PTA36 5 PSA No 100 g 5 16 24 Male PTS3 PTS5 amp Loop PTA39 Hook 5 hole 100 g 5 16 24 Male amp Loop PTA42 Hook No 130 g 5 16 24 Male amp Loop Hook 6 hole 130g 5 16 24 Male amp Loop PSA Pressure Sensitive Adhesive 5 ENG D29847 ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT Line pressure or hose inside diameter should be increased to compensate for unusually long air hoses over 25 feet Minimum hose diameter should be 3 8 I D and fittings should have 1 4 NPT thread OPERATION Before each use id Drain water from air compressor tank and condensation from air lines See air compressor s operators manual Disconnect the tool from the air supply before lubricating or changin abrasive disc dis i ss s Lubricate tool see Maintenance section in this manual Place abrasive disc onto sander pad See To Install Abrasive Disc paragraph in the Maintenance section s Connect tool to air hose of recommended size NOTE The use of a quick connect set makes connecting easier IMPORTANT The use of air filters and air line lubricators is recommended To use Turn air compressor on and allow air tank to fill Set the air compressor s regulator to 90 PSI This tool operates at a maximum 90 PSI pressure Depress trigger to operate tool Release trigger to stop tool j This tool is equipped with an air valve control lever to adjust RPM spe
11. motor you must lubricate the motor daily An inline oiler is recommended To lubricate the air motor manually gt Disconnect the tool from the air supply holding it so the air inlet faces up i Depress the trigger and place one to two drops of air tool oil in the air inlet Depressing the trigger helps circulate oil in the motor NOTE Use SAE 10 weight oil if air tool oil is not available Connect the tool to an air source cover the exhaust end with a towel and run for a few seconds NOTE Any excess oil in the motor is immediately expelled from the exhaust port Always direct exhaust port away from people or objects TN Ie Failure to lubricate the tool at the air inlet will void your warranty Models equipped with the vacuum option can be used with remote vacuum systems see Specifications for listing of models To attach tool to vacuum system use Porter Cable vacuum hose part number 39332 Vacuum Hose AWARNING Since accessories other than those offered by Porter Cable Delta have not been tested with this product use of such accessories could be hazardous For safest operation only Porter Cable Delta recommended accessories should be used with this product A complete line of accessories is available from your Porter Cable Delta Supplier Porter Cable Delta Factory Service Centers and Porter Cable Authorized Service Stations Please visit our Web Site www porter cable com for a catalog or for the name of your
12. rt during operation propelling particles throughout the work area causing serious injury 3 ENG HOW TO PREVENT IT Always wear MSHA NIOSH approved properly fitting face mask or respirator when using such tools Always work in a clean dry well ventilated area Remove air hose when tool is not in use and store tool in secure location away from reach of children and or untrained users Use only parts fasteners and accessories recommended by the manufacturer Keep work area clean and free of clutter Keep children and others away from work area during operation of the tool Keep work area well lit Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before turning the tool on DO NOT use inflator nozzles for duster applications Remove air hose to lubricate or add grinding attachments sanding discs drills etc to the tool Never carry the tool by the hose Avoid unintentional starting Don t carry hooked up tool with finger on trigger Repair servicing should be done only by an authorized service representative Use clamps or other devices to prevent movement Never operate tool while under the influence of drugs or alcohol Don t overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate tool when you are tired Always use tool attachments rated for the speed of the power tool Never
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