Einhell TE-RS 40 E Rotating Sander Instruction Manual

: October 30, 2023
: Einhell

Table of Contents

Einhell TE-RS 40 E Rotating Sander
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Safety regulations
Proper use
Technical data
Before starting the equipment
Operation
Replacing the power cable
Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts
Warranty certiﬁcate
Documents / Resources

Einhell TE-RS 40 E Rotating Sander

Product Information

TE-RS 40 E Rotating Sander

The TE-RS 40 E Rotating Sander is a powerful and versatile tool used for sanding and smoothing surfaces. It comes with a dust extraction system that collects dust directly through the sandpaper and sanding pad into the dust box. The tool has a maximum sound pressure level of 85 dB(A) and a sound power level of 96 dB(A). The vibration emission value of the handle is ah = 10.1 m/s². The device is powered by an electric cord and has a power consumption of 400 W.

Technical Specifications

Sound Pressure Level: 85 dB(A)
Sound Power Level: 96 dB(A)
Vibration Emission Value: ah = 10.1 m/s²
Power Consumption: 400 W

Product Usage Instructions

Before Use

Prior to using the TE-RS 40 E Rotating Sander, ensure that all safety precautions are taken into consideration.
This includes wearing appropriate personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and a dust mask.
It is also important to check that all packaging and transportation safety measures have been removed before use.

Operation

To operate the device, follow these steps:

Insert the sandpaper onto the sanding pad.
Connect the device to a power source using the power cord.
To switch on the device, push the operating switch forward.
To switch off the device, push the operating switch backward.
When sanding, apply gentle pressure to the surface being worked on, moving the device in a circular motion.

Cleaning and Maintenance

After each use, it is important to clean the device thoroughly. This includes emptying the dust box and wiping down the device with a dry cloth.
It is also important to check for any damage or wear and tear before using the device again.
For replacement parts, please contact the manufacturer or visit their website at www.isc-gmbh.info

Disposal

When disposing of the device, it is important to follow local regulations and guidelines. Do not dispose of the device with regular household waste.

Service Information

If you experience any issues with the TE-RS 40 E Rotating Sander, please refer to the troubleshooting section of the user manual or contact the manufacturer for assistance.
Remember to always read the operating instructions before using the device to reduce the risk of injury.
Note: Wear ear-muffs and a breathing mask when using the device to protect against noise and dust exposure. Do not use the device on materials containing asbestos.

Caution – Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of inquiry
Wear ear-muﬀ s. The impact of noise can cause damage to hearing.
Wear a breathing mask. Dust which is injurious to health can be generated when working on wood and other materials. Never use the device to work on any materials containing asbestos!
Wear safety goggles. Sparks generated during working or splinters, chips and dust emitted by the de-vice can cause loss of sight.

Important!
When using the equipment, a few safety pre-cautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the in-formation is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety instructions.

Safety regulations

The corresponding safety information can be found in the enclosed booklet.

Warning!

Read all the safety information, instructions, illustrations and technical data provided on or with this power tool. Failure to adhere to the following instructions may result in electric shock, ﬁ re and/or serious injury.
Keep all the safety information and instruc-tions in a safe place for future use.
Layout and items supplied

Layout (Fig. 1/2/3)

Grinding/sanding disk
Handle
Speed controller
Operating switch
Connection for dust collection box
Dust collection box
dditional handle
Clamping screw
Locking knob

Items supplied

Please check that the article is complete as spe-ciﬁ ed in the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact our service center or the nearest branch of the DIY store where you made your purchase at the latest within 5 work days after purchasing the article and upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in the warranty provisions at the end of the operating instructions available).
Check to see if all items are supplied.
Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.
If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period.

Important!

The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of swallowing or suﬀ ocating!
Original operating instructions
Safety instructions

Proper use

The machine is designed for the grinding/san-ding of wood, metal, plastic and similar materials using the appropriate grinding/sanding paper. The equipment is not suitable for wet grinding/sanding.
The equipment is to be used only for its prescri-bed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or inju-ries of any kind caused as a result of this.
Please note that our equipment has not been de-signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

Technical data

Voltage ……………………………………. 230 V ~ 50 Hz
Power input ………………………………………… 400 W
Grinding/sanding area …………………….Ø 125 mm
Abrasive paper size ………………………..Ø 125 mm
Idling speed ……………………….6,000-12,000 min-1
Oscillating speed ………………12,000-24,000 min-1
Oscillatory circuit ………………………………. 2.5 mm
Protection class: …………………………………….. II
Weight: ……………………………………………….2.1 kg

Sound and vibration

Sound and vibration values were measured in accordance with EN 62841.
LpA sound pressure level …………………… 85 dB(A)
KpA uncertainty ………………………………………3 dB
LWA sound power level …………………….. 96 dB(A)
KWA uncertainty ………………………………………3 dB

Wear ear-muffs.

The impact of noise can cause damage to hearing.
Total vibration values (vector sum of three directions) determined in accordance with EN 62841.

Handle

Vibration emission value ah = 10.1 m/s2
K uncertainty = 1.5 m/s2
The stated vibration emission levels and stated noise emission values were measured in accordance with a set of standardized criteria and can be used to compare one power tool with another.
The stated vibration emission levels and stated noise emission values can also be used to make an initial assessment of exposure.

Warning:

The vibration and noise emission levels may vary from the level specified during actual use, depending on the way in which the power tool is used, especially the type of workpiece it is used for.

Keep the noise emissions and vibrations to a minimum.

Only use appliances which are in perfect wor-king order.
Service and clean the appliance regularly.
Adapt your working style to suit the appliance.
Do not overload the appliance.
Have the appliance serviced whenever ne-cessary.
Switch the appliance off when it is not in use.
Wear protective gloves.

Residual risks

Even if you use this electric power tool in accordance with instructions, certain resi-dual risks cannot be rules out. The following hazards may arise in connection with the equipment’s construction and layout:

Lung damage if no suitable protective dust mask is used.
Damage to hearing if no suitable ear protection is used.
Health damage caused by hand-arm vibrations if the equipment is used over a pro-longed period or is not properly guided and maintained.

Before starting the equipment

Before you connect the equipment to the mains supply make sure that the data on the rating plate are identical to the mains data.
Always pull the power plug before making adjustments to the equipment.

Fitting the additional handle (Fig. 2)

Place the additional handle (7) on the equipment as shown in Fig. 2, insert the lock bolt through the hole and fasten it on the other side with the clam-ping screw (8).

Fitting the dust collection box (Fig. 3)

The dust collection box (6) must be pushed onto the connector for the dust collection box (5). Push the dust collection box (6) onto the equipment until you hear it click clearly. To remove the dust collection box (6), press the locking knob (9) and pull the dust collection box to the rear and oﬀ.
The dust is extracted directly through the abrasive paper and the grinding/sanding disk into the dust bag.

Important!

For health safety reasons it is imperative that you use the dust collection box.

Fastening the abrasive paper (Fig. 6)

Easy replacement using hook-and-loop fastening. Ensure that the extractor holes on the abrasive paper and grinding/sanding disc line up.

Operation

Switching the equipment ON/OFF (Fig. 4)

To switch on:

Push the ON/OFF switch (4) forwards.

To switch oﬀ :

Push back the ON/OFF switch (4) into its starting position.

Speed control (Fig. 5/Item 3)

To pre-select the speed turn the knurled screw (3) on the switch.
Plus direction: Higher speed
Minus direction: Lower speed

Working with the eccentric grinder/sander

Place the whole surface area of the sanding disk on the material.
Switch on the machine and move it with gent-le pressure over the workpiece completely circular movements or moving it to and fro and up and down.
Use a coarse paper for coarse sanding and a finer paper for finish sanding. You can find the best paper for the job by means of testing.

Important.

The dust generated when working with the machi-ne may be harmful.
Always wear goggles and a dust mask when carrying out sanding/grinding work.
Everybody who uses the machine or enters the workplace must wear a dust mask.
Do not eat, drink or smoke at the workplace.
Do not use the machine on paints which con-tain lead.

Replacing the power cable

If the power cable for this equipment is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its after-sales service or similarly trained personnel to avoid danger.

Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts

Always pull out the mains power plug before star-ting any cleaning work.

Cleaning

Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it with compressed air at low pressure.
We recommend that you clean the device immediately each time you have finished using it.
Clean the equipment regularly with a moist cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents; these could attack the plastic parts of the equipment. Ensure that no water can seep into the device. The ingress of water into an electric tool increases the risk of an electric shock.

Carbon Brushes

In case of excessive sparking, have the carbon brushes checked only by a qualiﬁ ed electrician. Important! The carbon brushes should not be replaced by anyone but a qualiﬁ ed electrician.

Maintenance

There are no parts inside the equipment that require additional maintenance.

Ordering replacement parts:

Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts:
Type of machine
Article number of the machine
Identification number of the machine
Replacement part number of the part required For our latest prices and information please go to www.isc-gmbh.info

Disposal and recycling

The equipment is supplied in packaging to prevent it from being damaged in transit. The raw materials in this packaging can be reused or recycled. The equipment and its accessories are made of various types of material, such as metal and plastic. Never place defective equipment in your household refuse. The equipment should be taken to a suitable collection center for proper disposal. If you do not know the whereabouts of such a collection point, you should ask your local council oﬃces.

Storage

Store the equipment and accessories out of children’s reach in a dark and dry place at freezing temperature. The ideal storage tempe-rature is between 5 and 30 °C. Store the electric tool in its original packaging.

For EU countries only

Never place any electric power tools in your household refuse.
To comply with European Directive 2012/19/EC concerning old electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in national laws, old electric power tools have to be separated from other waste and disposed of in an environment-friendly fashion, e.g. by taking to a recycling depot.

Recycling alternative to the return request:

As an alternative to returning the equipment to the manufacturer, the owner of the electrical equipment must make sure that the equipment is properly disposed of if he no longer wants to keep the equipment. The old equipment can be returned to a suitable collection point that will dispose of the equipment in accordance with the national recycling and waste disposal regulations. This does not apply to any accessories or aids without electrical components supplied with the old equipment.
The reprinting or reproduction by any other means, in whole or in part, of documentation and papers accompanying products is permitted only with the express consent of the ISC GmbH.
Subject to technical changes

Service information

We have competent service partners in all countries named on the guarantee certiﬁ cate whose contact details can also be found on the guarantee certiﬁ cate. These partners will help you with all service re-quests such as repairs, spare and wearing part orders or the purchase of consumables.
Please note that the following parts of this product are subject to normal or natural wear and that the following parts are therefore also required for use as consumables.

Category	Example
Wear parts*	Carbon brushes, grinding/sanding plate
Consumables*	Grinding/sanding paper
Missing parts

Not necessarily included in the scope of delivery!

In the eﬀ ect of defects or faults, please register the problem on the internet at www.isc-gmbh.info. Ple-ase ensure that you provide a precise description of the problem and answer the following questions in all cases:
Did the equipment work at all or was it defective from the beginning?
Did you notice anything (symptom or defect) prior to the failure?
What malfunction does the equipment have in your opinion (main symptom)?Describe this malfunction.

Warranty certiﬁcate

Dear Customer,
All of our products undergo strict quality checks to ensure that they reach you in perfect condition. In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our service department at the address shown on this guarantee card. You can also contact us by telephone using the service number shown. Please note the following terms under which guarantee claims can be made:

These guarantee terms apply to consumers only, i.e. natural persons intending to use this product neither for their commercial activities nor for any other self-employed activities. These warranty terms regulate additional warranty services, which the manufacturer mentioned below promises to buyers of its new products in addition to their statutory rights of guarantee. Your statutory guarantee claims are not aﬀ ected by this guarantee. Our guarantee is free of charge to you.
The warranty services cover only defects due to material or manufacturing faults on a product which you have bought from the manufacturer mentioned below and are limited to either the rectiﬁ cation of said defects on the product or the replacement of the product, whichever we prefer.
Please note that our devices are not designed for use in commercial, trade or professional applica-tions. A guarantee contract will not be created if the device has been used by commercial, trade or industrial business or has been exposed to similar stresses during the guarantee period.
The following are not covered by our guarantee:
- Damage to the device caused by a failure to follow the assembly instructions or due to incorrect installation, a failure to follow the operating instructions (for example connecting it to an incorrect mains voltage or current type) or a failure to follow the maintenance and safety instructions or by ex-posing the device to abnormal environmental conditions or by lack of care and maintenance.
- Damage to the device caused by abuse or incorrect use (for example overloading the device or the use or unapproved tools or accessories), ingress of foreign bodies into the device (such as sand, stones or dust, transport damage), the use of force or damage caused by external forces (for ex-ample by dropping it).
  Damage to the device or parts of the device caused by normal or natural wear or tear or by normal use of the device.
The guarantee is valid for a period of 24 months starting from the purchase date of the device. Gu-arantee claims should be submitted before the end of the guarantee period within two weeks of the defect being noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee period. The original guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried out or parts are replaced. In such cases, the work performed or parts ﬁ tted will not result in an extension of the guarantee period, and no new guarantee will become active for the work performed or parts ﬁ tted. This also applies if an on-site service is used.
To make a claim under the guarantee, please register the defective device at: www.isc-gmbh.info. Please keep your bill of purchase or other proof of purchase for the new device. Devices that are returned without proof of purchase or without a rating plate shall not be covered by the guarantee, because appropriate identiﬁ cation will not be possible. If the defect is covered by our guarantee, then the item in question will either be repaired immediately and returned to you or we will send you a new replacement. Of course, we are also happy oﬀ er a chargeable repair service for any defects which are not covered by the scope of this guarantee or for units which are no longer covered. To take advantage of this service, please send the device to our service address.
Also refer to the restrictions of this warranty concerning wear parts, consumables and missing parts as set out in the service information in these operating instructions.
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