DeWALT D26456 User Manual

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Defi nitions: Safety Guidelines 
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the 
manual and pay attention to these symbols.
 DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will 
result in death or serious injury.
 WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, 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 moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may 
result in property damage.
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 WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
 WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all 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 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 which 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 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 mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used 
for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c)  Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before 
connecting to 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 Specifi c 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.
•  Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long 
hair can be caught in moving parts.
•  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.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Ampere Rating
Volts
Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
120V
25 (7.6)
50 (15.2)
100 (30.5)
150 (45.7)
240V
50 (15.2)
100 (30.5)
200 (61.0)
300 (91.4)
More
Than
Not More 
Than
AWG
0
6
18
16
16
14
6
10
18
16
14
12
10
12
16
16
14
12
12
16
14
12
Not Recommended
 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.
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.
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 disperse dust, which may cause serious and 
permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection 
appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.
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.
•  The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are 
as follows:
V .....................volts 
A .........................amperes
Hz ...................hertz 
W ........................watts
min .................minutes 
or AC .............alternating current
or DC .....direct current 
or AC/DC......alternating or direct current
 ...................Class I Construction 
no .......................no load speed
 .......................(grounded) n 
.........................rated 
speed
 ...................Class  II  Construction 
 .......................earthing terminal
(double insulated)  
 ........................safety alert symbol
…/min ............per minute  
BPM ...................beats per minute
IPM .................impacts per minute  
RPM ...................revolutions per minute
SPM ...............strokes per minute  
sfpm ...................surface feet per minute
OPM ................orbits per minute
D26456
5" (127 mm) Low pr
ofile palm grip sander
Ponceuse compacte à poignée r
onde ergonomique de 127 mm (5 po)
Lijadora de perfil bajo con agarradera para la palma de la
 
mano de 127 mm (5 pulg)
D
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WALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286
(NOV12)       Part No. N241459      D26456       Copyright © 2010, 2012 D
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WALT
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WALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme; the “D” shaped air 
intake grill; the array of pyramids on the handgrip; the kit box configuration; and the array of lozenge-shaped humps on the 
surface of the tool.
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