Alpha Tool.Com.HK Limited Polisher AWP158 User Manual

Part No: AWP-158 / AWP-214 / AWP-216 / AWP-21C
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Alpha® Wet Electric
Portable Polisher
Instruction Manual
MANUAL
Version 3  

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TAble of CoNTeNTs
Introduction ........................................................................\
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  About symbols ........................................................................\
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safety Instructions ........................................................................\
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  for safe operation ........................................................................\...

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INTRoDUCTIoN
Thank you for purchasing the Alpha® Wet Polisher.  Please read this instruction manual 
thoroughly to ensure safety and correct use of the polisher.  Keep this manual in a place 
where operators can access it easily whenever necessary.
 AboUT THe syMbols
According	 to	the	 hazard	 level,	all	safety	 notes	in	this	 manual	 are	classified	 into	“DANGER”, 		
“WARNING”,	and	“CAUTION”.
		DANGER!	 Death	 or	serious	 personal	 injury	is	imminent	 when	handling	 this	
polisher incorrectly....

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  CAUTION!
The following are important notes for products, operation, and maintenan\
ce applicable to 
this polisher.
sAfeTy INsTRUCTIoNs  
Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this product.
save these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
Warning: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to 
reduce	the	risk	of	fire,	electric	shock,	and	personal	injury,	including	the	following.
  foR sAfe oPeRATIoN
1. Keep work area clean
	 Cluttered...

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11.  secure workpiece
 Use clamps or a vise to hold workpiece rather than using your hands.
12.  Do not overreach
  Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 
13.  Maintain tools with care
  Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. follow instructions for 
lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect the electrical cord periodically and 
if damaged, have it repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords 
periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry,...

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ADDITIONAl	PRECAUTIONS	FOR	USING	THE	 AWP-158
In addition to the general safety notes described on the preceding pages\
, please read and 
observe the following precautionary notes before using the polisher.
  DANGER!
1. Check the working voltage.
	 Be	 sure	the	voltage	 available	 at	power	 outlet	matches	 specified	 voltage	on	the	 name-
plate.		 If	the	 polisher	 is	used	 with	higher	 voltage	 than	specified,	 the	motor	 will	burnout. 		
Any	 attempts	 to	do	 so	may	 damage	 the	polisher	 or	cause...

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  WARNING!
10. Attach the backer pad and polishing disc correctly by following the proc\
edure 
in this instruction manual.
  Attaching the polishing discs incorrectly may cause an accident.
11.  observe any suspicious abnormal noises when a polishing disc is attached \
for  the	first	time	and	polisher	is	turned	ON.It	may	cause	bodily	injury	if	the	polishing	disc	flies	off.
12.  Do not touch the polishing disc while spinning.
  The polishing disc spins very fast and you may hurt  yourself.
  
13.  be...

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  PRePARATIoN befoRe oPeRATIoN
1.	 GFCI	Information.–  since the Alpha®	Wet	 Polisher	 is	designed	 with		double	 insulation,	 an	in-line	 GFCI	is	
provided as a standard accessory. f or your safety and to prevent possible electric 
shocks,	it	is	strongly	advised	to	test	the	GFCI	on	a	regular	basis.
	 Note:		 The	GFCI	 must	be	used	 for	your	 safety	 when	this	polisher	 is	
used anywhere in a damp environment,  when used with water, or 
when it is used on   metal plates, steel frames or platens.
Never...

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Handle A
(C-Handle)
Polishing Disc
Rubber	Guard
Power switch
flat Polishing Caster
  sPeCIfICATIoNs
Working Power supply ................................................ single-phase AC, 50/60 Hz
Voltage ........................................................................\
... 110V / 220V
Amperage ...................................................................... 7.8A / 3.8A
Wattage ........................................................................\
.. 800W
Motor...

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 sTANDARD ACCessoRIes
Flat Polishing CenterSide HandleCarbon BrushesGFCI
Rubber GuardWrenchesHose FittingC-Handle
befoRe Use
  DANGER!
before using the polisher, check the following items.  In particular, check items 1 to 5 before 
plugging the power supply cord into the power outlet.
1.  Check the working voltage.
–	 Be	 sure	the	voltage	 specified	 on	the	 nameplate	 is	the	 voltage	 available	 at	the	 power 	
outlet.		 If	the	 polisher 	is	 used 	with 	higher 	voltage	 than	specified, 	the	 motor...