PORTER CABLE Random Orbit Palm Sander Instruction Manual

5″ (127 mm) Random oRbit Palm SandeR
with Dust Collection and Hook & Loop Pad
Instruction manual

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DEFINITIONS – SAFETY GUIDELINES
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or mod er ate injury.
NOTICE used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
WARNING   To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING Read all safety warnings and 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 mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks that may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) 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 the risk of electric shock.
b) 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.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) 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.
e) when operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFcI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common 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.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust masks, non-skid safety shoes, hard hats,  or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connect- ing to a power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) 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.
e) Do not overreach. keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) 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.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) 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.
b) 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.
c) 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.
d) 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.
e) Maintain power tools. check for misalignment or binding 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.
f) keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) 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.
5) SERVICE
a) 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.

ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

• Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator.
• Do not sand metal of any kind with your sander. Sparks may be generated by sanding screws, nails, or other metals which may ignite dust particles.
• Do not wet sand with this sander. Liquids may enter the motor housing and cause electric shock.
• Empty dust collection system frequently, especially when sanding resin-coated surfaces such as polyurethane, varnish, shellac, etc. Dispose of coated dust particles according to the finish manufacturer’s guidelines, or place in a metal can with a tight-fitting metal lid. Remove coated dust particles from the premises daily. The accumulation of fine sanding dust particles may self ignite and cause fire.
• Do not operate this tool for long periods of time. Vibration caused by the operating action of this tool may cause permanent injury to fingers, hands, and arms. Use gloves to provide extra cushion, take frequent rest periods, and limit daily time of use.
• Sanding of lead-based paint, chemically pressure-treated lumber, or other materials that may contain carcinogens is not recommended.  Sanding of these materials should only be performed by a professional.
• clean out your tool often, especially after heavy use. Dust and grit containing metal particles often accumulate on interior surfaces and could create a risk of serious injury, electric shock, or electrocution. Always disconnect the sander from the power source before cleaning. Always wear safety glasses that conform to ANSI Z87.1.
• Always disconnect tool from the power source before changing abrasive sheets. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• replace worn CFS disc when it causes high tool rpm. High tool rpm caused by a worn-out CFS disc may result in the separation of the sanding pad from the sander, possibly causing personal injury. for instructions on replacing the CFS disc, see the section of this manual titled “Tool Care.”

EXTENSION CORD
An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable, that is 16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using more than one extension to make up the total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the minimum wire size. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

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Minimum Gauge for cord Sets

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Ampere rating

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volts

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Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)

120v

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25 (7.6)

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50 (15.2)

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100 (30.5)

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150 (45.7)

240v

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50 (15.2)

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100 (30.5)

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200 (61.0)

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300 (91.4)

More Than

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Not More Than

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AWG

0

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6

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18

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16

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16

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14

6

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10

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18

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16

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14

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12

10

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12

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16

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16

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14

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12

12

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16

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14

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12

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Not Recommended

WARNING Always use eye protection. All users and bystanders must wear eye protection that conforms to ANSI Z87.1.

WARNING Always wear proper personal hearing protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

WARNING ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also, use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.

WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. 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 (CCA).
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

WARNING Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or another injury.  Always use NIOSH /OSHA-approved respiratory protection appropriate for dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.

SYMBOLS
The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are as follows:

V ………………….. volts
Hz ……………….. hertz
min ………………. minutes
……………. direct current
………………… Class I Construction (grounded)
……………….. Class II Construction (double insulated)
…/min ………….. per minute
OPM ……………. orbits per minute
A …………….. amperes
W ……………. watts
………….. alternating current
………….. alternating or direct current
no …………… no-load speed
…………… earthing terminal
…………… safety alert symbol
BPM ……….. beats per minute
RPM ……….. revolutions per minute

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOr PAINT REMOVAL

1. Sanding of lead-based paint is NOT RECOMMENDED due to the difficulty of controlling the contaminated dust. The greatest danger of lead poisoning is to children and pregnant women.
2. Since it is difficult to identify whether or not a paint contains lead without a chemical analysis, we recommend the following precautions when sanding any paint:
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. No children or pregnant women should enter the work area where the paint sanding is being done until all clean-up is completed.
2. A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons entering the work area. The filter should be replaced daily or whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing. See your local hardware store for the proper NIOSH- approved dust mask.
3. NO EATING, DRINKING, or SMOKING should be done in the work area to prevent ingesting contaminated paint particles. Workers should wash and clean up BEFORE eating, drinking or smoking. Articles of food, drink, or smoking should not be left in the work area where dust would settle on them.
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
1. Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize the amount of dust generated.
2. Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed with plastic sheeting of 4 mil thickness.
3. Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking of paint dust outside the work area.
CLEANING AND DISPOSAL
1. All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned daily for the duration of the sanding project. Vacuum filter bags should be changed frequently.
2. Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed of along with any dust chips or other removal debris. They should be placed in sealed refuse receptacles and disposed of through regular trash pick-up procedures. During clean-up, children and pregnant women should be kept away from the immediate work area.
3. All toys, washable furniture, and utensils used by children should be washed thoroughly before being used again.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

MOTOR
Be sure your power supply agrees with nameplate marking. 120 Volts AC means your tool will operate on alternating current. As little as 10%  lower voltage can cause loss of power and can result in overheating. All PORTER-CABLE tools are factory tested; if this tool does not operate, check the power supply.
WARNING Accessories must be rated for at least the speed recommended on the tool warning label. Accessories running over rated speed can fly apart and cause injury. Accessory ratings must always be above tool speed as shown on the tool nameplate.
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before installing and removing accessories,  before adjusting, or when making repairs. An accidental startup can cause injury.

OPERATION

WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before installing and removing accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
WARNING Never modify any parts of the power tool. Damage or personal injury could result.
INTENDED USE
The 382 random orbit palm sander has been designed for professional sanding at various work sites (i.e., construction sites). Do not use under humid conditions or in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
This random orbit palm sander is a professional power tool. Do not let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use this tool.
ATTACHING SANDING DISCS (FIG. 1)
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before installing and removing accessories,  before adjusting or when making repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
Your sander is designed to use 5″ (127 mm) sanding discs. Discs have an 8 hole dust extraction pattern and hook and loop attachment. To attach paper to the sanding pad:

REQUIRED SANDPAPERS

Disc Size

| Attachment Method|

Hole Pattern

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5″ (127 mm)| Hook & Loop| 8 holes

1. Turn off and unplug the tool.
2. Turn the sander over so that the sanding pad is facing upward.
3. Clean dust from the vinyl pad face.
4. Hold the pad with one hand to keep it from rotating.
5. With the other hand, align the holes if they are present, and place the disc directly on top of the pad.
NOTE : Do not use sanding screen (e.g. screen used for sanding drywall) directly on the hook and loop pad. The screen will not hold and will damage the hooks on the pad. The hooks on the pad will wear very rapidly if left in contact with the work surface while the tool is operating.

SWITCH (FIG. 2)
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, make sure the sander is not resting on the workpiece when the switch is turned on.
To turn the unit on, depress the side of the dust-protected switch that corresponds to the symbol “I”. To turn the tool off, depress the side of the switch that corresponds to the symbol “O”.

DUST EXTRACTION (FIG. 3, 4)
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before installing and removing accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
WARNING To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, NEVER operate this tool with perforated paper unless the dust collection system is in place.
WARNING Empty dust collection system frequently, especially when sanding resin-coated surfaces such as polyurethane, varnish,  shellac, etc. Dispose of coated dust particles according to the finish manufacturer’s guidelines, or place in a metal can with a tight-fitting metal lid. Remove coated dust particles from the premises daily. The accumulation of fine sanding dust particles may self ignite and cause a fire.
Your sander comes equipped with a cloth bag to collect the dust generated during sanding. It was designed to be very durable and efficient yet easy to empty. To empty the dust collection bag:
1. Turn off and unplug tool.
2. While holding the canister, twist to unlock and remove the adapter. (Fig. 3)
3. Gently empty the bag and shake out the adapter. (Fig. 4)
You may notice that all the dust will not come free from the bag. This will not affect sanding performance but will reduce the sander’s dust collection efficiency. To restore your sander’s dust collection efficiency, depress the spring inside the dust bag when you are emptying it and tap it on the side of the trash can or dust receptacle.
CAUTION Never operate this tool unless the dust collector is in place. Sanding dust exhaust may create a breathing hazard.

OPERATION (FIG. 5, 6)
To operate your sander, grasp it as shown in figures 5 or 6 and turn it on. Move the unit in long, sweeping strokes along the surface being sanded, letting the sander do the work.
Pushing down on the tool while sanding actually slows the removal rate and produces an inferior quality surface. Be sure to check your work often, this sander is capable of removing material rapidly, especially with coarse paper.
The random orbital action of your sander allows you to sand with the grain or at any angle across it for most sanding jobs. To produce the best finish possible, start with coarse-grit sandpaper and change gradually to finer and finer paper. Vacuum and wipe the surface with a tack cloth between grit steps. Your sander is designed to sand into small or confined areas. Its small size and light weight make it ideal for overhead work.
If your sander has the dust collection feature, the rate at which the dust collection bag fills will vary with the type of material being sanded and the coarseness of the sandpaper. For best results, empty the bag frequently. When sanding painted surfaces, (see the following for additional precautions when sanding paint) you may find that the sandpaper loads up and clogs with paint. A heat gun will work much better to remove paint before sanding. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THE HEAT GUN INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

TROUBLESHOOTING

For assistance with your tool, visit our website at www.deltaportercable.com for a list of service centers, or call the PORTER-CABLE Customer Care Center at 888-848-5175.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before installing and removing accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. An accidental start can cause injury.
WARNING ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also, use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS wear certified safety equipment:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.

REPAIRS
For assistance with your tool, visit our website at www.deltaportercable.com for a list of service centers, or call the PORTER-CABLE Customer Care Center at 888-848-5175.
CLEANING
WARNING Periodically blowing dust and chips out of the motor housing using clean, dry compressed air is a suggested maintenance procedure. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS wear ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses while using compressed air.
WARNING When cleaning, use only mild soap and a damp cloth on plastic parts. Many household cleaners contain chemicals that could seriously damage the plastic. Also, do not use gasoline, turpentine, lacquer, paint thinner, dry cleaning fluids, or similar products which may seriously damage plastic parts. NEVER let any liquid get inside the tool; NEVER immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.

FAILUrE TO START
Should your tool fail to start, check to make sure the prongs on the cord plug are making good contact in the outlet. Also, check for blown fuses or open circuit breakers in the line.
TOOL cArE (FIG. 7, 8
1. Keep your sander as clean as possible by wiping with a clean cloth and blowing air through it after every 5 hours of use.
2. As part of CFS (Controlled Finishing System), your sander is equipped with a replaceable disc which is located between the pad and the shroud. It is designed to increase the dust collection efficiency and control the pad speed while the unit is off the work. The disc is designed to be a consumable part and will occasionally need to be replaced. Replacement is necessary when the pad speed increases very dramatically when the unit is lifted from the work surface. To replace your CFS disc:
a. Turn off and unplug the tool.
b. Remove 3 screws from the bottom of the pad.
c. Remove the pad.
d. Snap outworn disc.
e. Snap in new disc, aligning notch in disc with cut out in shroud shown in Fig. 7.
f. Press in new disc around the edges using both hands to ensure that the disc is inserted snugly into the shroud as shown in figure 8.
g. Replace the pad and the 3 screws.
3. Avoid overloading your sander. Overloading will result in a considerable reduction in speed and finish quality of your work. The unit may also become hot. In this event, run sander at a no load condition for a minute or two.
4. If you wrap the cord around the tool when you store it, leave a generous loop of cord such that the strain relief does not bend. This helps prevent premature cord failure.

BRUSH REPLAcEMENT (FIG. 9, 10)
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before installing and removing accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
Follow these directions to replace the tool’s brushes:
1. Remove the three screws located in the top cap, as shown in figure 9.
2. Lift off the top cap. Observe the brush holders (D) and wires leading from the brushes to the motor field, as shown in figure 10.
3. Pull the wires from the motor field and then lift and hold out of the way of one of the brush springs (E).
4. Remove the old brush from the brush holder and discard the brush/wire assembly. Still holding the brush spring out of the way, insert the new brush and release the spring against the back of the brush. Then plug the wire into the motor field. Repeat the procedure for the second brush.
5. Replace the top cap and tighten the three screws that hold it in place. Always replace both brushes.
LUBRICATION
Self-lubricating bearings are used in the tool and periodic relubrication is not required. However, it is recommended that, once a year, you take or send the tool to a service center for a thorough cleaning and inspection.

SERVICE

REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use only identical replacement parts. For a parts list or to order parts, visit our service website at www.deltaportercableservicenet.com. You can also order parts from your nearest PORTER-CABLE Factory Service Center or PORTER- CABLE Authorized Warranty Service Center.  Or, you can call our Customer Care Center at 888-848-5175.
SERVICE AND REPAIRS
All quality tools will eventually require servicing and/or replacement of parts. For information about PORTER-CABLE, its factory service centers, or authorized warranty service centers, visit our website at www.deltaportercable.com or call our Customer Care Center at (888) 848- 5175. All repairs made by our service centers are fully guaranteed against defective material and workmanship. We cannot guarantee repairs made or attempted by others.
You can also write to us for information at PORTER-CABLE, 4825 Highway 45 North, Jackson, Tennessee 38305 – Attention: Product  Service. Be sure to include all of the information shown on the nameplate of your tool (model number, type, serial number, etc.).

ACCESSORIES

Since accessories, other than those offered by PORTER-CABLE, have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only PORTER-CABLE recommended accessories should be used with this product. A  complete line of accessories is available from your PORTER-CABLE Factory Service Center or a PORTER-CABLE Authorized Warranty  Service Center. Please visit our Web Site www.deltaportercable. com for a catalog or for the name of your nearest supplier.

THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

PORTER-CABLE will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for three years from the date of purchase.  This warranty does not cover part failure due to normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail of warranty coverage and warranty repair information, visit www.deltaportercable.com or call 888-848-5175. This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by others. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary in certain states or provinces. In addition to the warranty, PORTER-CABLE tools are covered by our:
1 YEAr FrEE SErvIcE: PORTER-CABLE will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by normal use, for free, any time during the first year after purchase.
90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE : If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your PORTER-CABLE Power Tool,  Laser, or Nailer for any reason, you can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with a receipt for a full refund – no questions asked.
LATIN Americ a: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, see country specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the local company or see website for warranty information. To register your tool for warranty service visit our website at www.deltaportercable.com.

WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT

If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 888-848-5175 for a free replacement.

Mod. 382 Random Orbit Palm Sander
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY USER MUST READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL. ALWAYS USE PROPER EYE AND RESPIRATORY PROTECTION. PORTER-CABLE, JACKSON, TN 38305 U.S.A.

WARNING
COLLECTED SANDING DUST FROM SANDING SURFACE COATINGS (POLYURETHANE, LINSEED OIL, ETC.) CAN SELF-IGNITE IN SANDER DUST CANISTER OR ELSEWHERE AND CAUSE FIRE. TO REDUCE RISK, EMPTY CANISTER FREQUENTLY AND STRICTLY FOLLOW SANDER MANUAL AND COATING MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.

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888-848-5175
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