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foam buffing pad or polishing bonnet to polishIt is important to note that the orbit speed of
or remove scratches from painted or finishedthe random orbit sander is not the same as
surfaces, plastics, and even glass. The tool isthe RPM of a standard right-angle polisher.
operated in much the same way as whenThe random orbit action is much like a
sanding, but the following points should bepowerful hand polishing action, and therefore
observed;does not have the high speeds at the edge of
the pad which can burn the work surface. For
Apply the compound to the surface, and use
this reason, it is possible to select a higher
the sponge applicator pad with light pressure
OPM for the random orbit sander than the
and a circular motion to remove scratches
recommended RPM for a standard polisher.
and restore weathered finishes. Use only as
Practice on a hidden area or test surface until
much compound as necessary, and clean the
you have determined the tool is suitable for
sponge frequently during use.
your polishing application.
When initial polishing is completed, wipe away
Clean the buffing pad and polishing bonnet
any excess compound with a soft towel, and
with mild detergents and warm water. DO
then polish the surface to its final finish with
NOT use solvents.
the polishing bonnet. Use smooth overlapping
strokes for best results.
Maintenance
Serviceshould be replaced at Bosch Factory
Preventive maintenanceService Center or Authorized Bosch Service
!WARNING
performed by unauthorizedStation. Bearings which become noisy (due
personnel may result in misplacing ofto heavy load or very abrasive material cut-
internal wires and components whichting) should be replaced at once to avoid
could cause serious hazard. Weoverheating or motor failure.
recommend that all tool service be
performed by a Bosch Factory Service
Center or Authorized Bosch Service Station.Cleaning
TOOL LUBRICATIONTo avoid accidents always
!WARNING
Your Bosch tool has been properlydisconnect the tool from
the power supply before cleaning or
lubricated and is ready to use. It is
performing any maintenance. The tool may
recommended that tools with gears be
be cleaned most effectively with
regreased with a special gear lubricant at
compressed dry air. Always wear safety
every brush change.
goggles when cleaning tools with
CARBON BRUSHEScompressed air.
The brushes and commutator in your tool
Ventilation openings and switch levers must
have been engineered for many hours of
be kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do
dependable service. To maintain peak
not attempt to clean by inserting pointed
efficiency of the motor, we recommend
objects through openings.
every two to six months the brushes be
examined. Only genuine Bosch replacementCertain cleaning agents and
!CAUTION
brushes specially designed for your toolsolvents damage plastic
should be used.parts. Some of these are: gasoline, carbon
tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning solvents,
BEARINGS
ammonia and household detergents that
After about 300-400 hours of operation, or at
contain ammonia.
every second brush change, the bearings
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