Product Familiarisation; Intended Use; Unpacking Your Tool; Before Use - GMC GKOMT Manual De Instrucciones

Product Familiarisation

1. Blade
2. Dust Extraction Collar
3. Tool Change Lever
4. On/Off Switch
5. Variable Speed Dial
6. Grip
7. Dust Extraction Port
8. Motor Vents
9. Dust Extractor
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Included Accessories (not shown)
1 x Hook and loop sanding pad
3 x Hook and loop sanding sheet
1 x Half moon blade
1 x Scraper blade
1 x Spare carbon brushes

Intended Use

Oscillating multi-tool with quick tool change mechanism, designed for cutting and abrasive
tasks by fast oscillation of a blade, file or sanding pad.

Unpacking your Tool

• Carefully unpack and inspect your tool. Fully familiarise yourself with all its features and
functions
• Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition. If any parts are missing
or damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool

Before Use

WARNING: Always ensure that the tool is switched off and the plug is removed from the
power supply, before fitting or removing accessories.
WARNING: Always wear suitable gloves when handling blades or other sharp
accessories.
Fitting the dust extractor
Note: This Keyless Oscillating Multi-Tool is designed to be connected to a household vacuum
cleaner hose or workshop dust extraction system. This is the preferred and most effective
method of dust extraction.
WARNING: ALWAYS ensure that the tool is switched off and disconnected from the
power supply before attaching or removing any accessories.
WARNING: ALWAYS connect the Keyless Oscillating Multi-Tool to a suitable vacuum
cleaner or workshop dust extraction system if the sanding dust contains harmful substances,
such as particles from old paint, varnish, surface coatings etc. ALWAYS dispose of harmful
dust according to laws and regulations.
WARNING: Take special care to guard against harmful and toxic dusts when sanding
lead-based painted surfaces, woods and metals, particularly if you are unsure about the exact
substances involved. All persons entering the work area must wear a mask specially designed
for protection against the toxic dust and fumes involved. Children and pregnant women MUST
NOT enter the work area. DO NOT eat, drink or smoke in the work area.
1. Push the tapered end of the Dust Extraction Collar on to the head of the tool so that it
'clips' into place (Image B)
2. Slide the clip, located above the Dust Extraction port (7) into the groove, located below
the power cord (Image C)
3. Push a suitable vacuum hose on to the Dust Extraction Port
• The Dust Extraction Port is designed to fit a standard 32mm diameter hose
• For work in confined spaces, the Dust Extraction Port can easily be removed:
1. Remove any tools installed (see 'Fitting a blade or scraper')
2. Push the rear of the Dust Extraction Port (7) sideways to remove
Fitting a blade or scraper
1. Lift the Tool Change Lever (3) and push forward to disengage the clamping mechanism
Note: This requires some strength.
2. Fit a compatible blade or tool under the flange
3. Ensure correct orientation of the blade, so it sits within the locating pins on the flange
4. Tilt the Tool Change Lever into the original, closed position
5. Ensure the blade is securely fastened
Note: Blades or scrapers that are cranked or bent must be mounted on the tool so that the
end of the blade sits facing away from the machine (Image A)
Fitting the sanding pad and sanding sheets
1. Fit the hook and loop sanding pad by following the instructions under 'Fitting a blade or
scraper'
2. Select the required sanding sheet for your intended task (see 'Selecting the right grade of
sanding sheet' below)
3. The Sanding Pad and sanding sheets use a hook and loop system for attachment. To
mount the sheet carefully line up one corner of the sheet with a corner of the Sanding Pad
and gradually push the rest of the sheet on to the pad, checking alignment as you do so,
until the sheet is fitted correctly
Selecting the right grade of sanding sheet
• Sanding sheets are available in a variety of different grades: coarse (60 grit), medium
(120 grit) and fine (240 grit)
• Use a coarse grit to sand down rough finishes, medium grit to smooth the work, and fine
grit to finish off
• Always use good quality sanding sheets to maximise the quality of the finished task
• It is advisable to do a trial run on a scrap piece of material to determine the optimum
grades of sandpaper for a particular job. If there are still marks on your work after
sanding, try either going back to a coarser grade and sanding the marks out before
recommencing with the original choice of grit, or try using a new piece of sandpaper to
eliminate the unwanted marks before going on to a finer grit and finishing the job
Operation
WARNING: ALWAYS wear adequate personal protection equipment, including eye,
hearing and respiratory protection, when working with this tool.
WARNING: Anti-vibration gloves should be worn when operating this tool, to protect
users from the effects of vibration produced by the tool.
Switching on and off
1. Hold the tool firmly by the Grip (6), with the thumb over the On/Off Switch (4)
2. Slide the On/Off Switch forward until it locks, to switch the tool on
3. Slide the On/Off Switch backwards, to switch the tool off
WARNING: Allow the tool to reach the required speed before making contact with the
workpiece.
WARNING: Motor vents allow heat generated from the motor to escape the body of the
tool and must not become blocked. Dust, wood chippings and swarf can block the motor
vents and cause the tool to shut down. Swarf, created when cutting metal, can also cause
permanent damage if it enters the tool. Do not allow dust, wood chippings and swarf to build
up. Use a vacuum cleaner to keep the work space clean, especially in confined areas, and
when working with harmful substances.
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