This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home domestic use from the date of the original purchase. If found to be defective in materials or workmanship, the tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced free of charge with another of the same item. A small freight charge may apply. The warranty replacement unit is only made available by returning the tool to the place of purchase with a confirmed register receipt. Proof of purchase is essential. We reserve the right to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified. This warranty does not include damage or defects to the tool caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents, alterations or commercial or business use. It also does not cover any bonus accessories unless the tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model. Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place. Conditions apply to the above warranty. If you need direction of what constitutes a free of charge warranty claim, please review the guide given on the rear of the Receipt Holder. An indication is given as to the types of claim that are permissible, and those that are not. Warranty 2 Introduction 3 Description of symbols 3 Specifications 3 General safety instructions 4 Additional safety rules for sanders 5 Accessories 6 Know your product 7 Unpacking 7 Assembly 7 Operation 8 Turning your sander on 8 Fitting sandpaper 8 Sanding 8 Cleaning 9 General inspection 9 Power cord maintenance 9 Dear CustomerIf you require any help with your product, whether it is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information, please phone our Help Line for an immediate response. Phone 1300 880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in New Zealand. IntroductionYour new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service. Caution. Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings. Your GMC power tool has many features that will make your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the development of this tool, making it easy to maintain and operate. Environmental protectionRecycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses and packaging should be sorted, taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an environmentally safe way. Symbols The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use. Wear hearing protection. Wear eye protection. Wear breathing protection. Double insulated for additional protection. Conforms to relevant safety standards. Specifications Voltage:230 to 240V~ 50Hz Input power:125W Idle speed (no load):13000 OPM Weight: 0.85kg Length of cordset: 3m Base area:iron base shape 140mm x 100mm Paper type:Hook & Loop Insulation type:II, double insulated Replacement sandpaper can be purchased through your local GMC dealer. 3 General safety instructions Warning. When using power tools, basic safety precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Also, please read and heed the advice given in the additional important safety instructions. 1. Keep the work area clean and tidy. Cluttered work areas and benches invite accidents and injury. 2. Consider the environment in which you are working. Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep the work area well lit. Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases. 3. Keep visitors away from the work area. All visitors and onlookers, especially children and infirm persons, should be kept well away from where you are working. Do not let others in the vicinity make contact with the tool or extension cord. 4. Store tools safely. When not in use, tools should be locked up out of reach. 5. Do not force the tool. The tool will do the job better and safer working at the rate for which it was designed. 6. Use the correct tool for the job. Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job best handled by a heavier duty tool. Never use a tool for a purpose for which it was not intended. 7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when working outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a protective hair covering. 8. Use safety accessories. Safety glasses and earmuffs should always be worn. A face or dust mask is also required if the drilling operation creates dust. 9. Do not abuse the power cord. Never pull the cord to disconnect the tool from the power point. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges. 10. Secure the work piece. Use clamps or a vice to ...