1 Prepare for safe work
Unplug the tool from the outlet or remove the battery, take off the working attachment, and clean away any easily accessible dust. Wear eye protection and review the manual for your specific model.
⚠ Warning: Dust from wood, paint, and MDF can be harmful or flammable. Wear an appropriate mask and don’t sand materials with unknown old coatings.
2 Align the sanding paper holes
Use paper with a hole pattern that matches your pad, or drill it with the supplied template. Misaligned holes block suction.
3 Clean the ducts and container
Remove the paper and dry-brush away any dust. Empty the bag or container before it gets full, and check the filter.
4 Check the vacuum connection
Use a sturdy adapter without heavy constriction, and a vacuum rated for fine dust. A long narrow hose will significantly reduce airflow.
? Tip: Take a photo of the starting state and change only one thing at a time. That way you’ll know which check actually made a difference.
5 Reassemble, test, and set limits
Reassemble guards and attachments per the manual and do a short idle test, then on scrap material. Strong vibration, sparks, smoke, or overheating mean you need to shut the tool off right away.