Why is water spraying out of my sander's exhaust
Water will build up in an air compressor during use.
A "dryer", or an in-line water separation filter should be used to prevent moisture from reaching the tool components.
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Tools information & technical specifications
Product information and technical specifications for Mirka tools, including machine manuals, exploded views, spare parts, related products etc. are available on the Mirka website and can be accessed through the following links: Electric orbital sanders (DEOS) Electric random orbital sanders (DEROS,
Do Mirka sanders come with a pad wrench
Yes, a wrench is supplied for changing the back-up pad. You can find it in the original packaging of the sander.
Is the 1025 dust extractor self cleaning
The model 1025 is not self cleaning. The 1230 dust extractor has a self cleaning mechanism which cleans the filter automatically every 15 seconds. The self-cleaning action is noticeable from a "thump" sound.
Do I have to use a dust bag in the extractor
We recommend all of our extractors are used with dust bags.
Can Mirka LEROS be used for floor sanding
Mirka does not recommend using Mirka LEROS for hardwood floor or deck sanding, as it has not been designed for these particular applications.
How can I keep my tools from vibrating?
Random orbital sanders are designed to be used with specific sized pads, with a precise weight. Make sure you are using the correct size pad, and that it is in good condition. Changing your backing pad when necessary will keep the vibrations of your sander to the minimum. Large chunks of missing pad
How to repair a broken cable on Mirka DEROS/DEOS/LEROS?
Over time, the cables on Mirka DEROS, DEOS and LEROS tools might break due to wear and tear. To address this matter, Mirka shifted from molded cables to cables with rewireable connectors on these tools. This means the cable connectors can be changed by the user themselves, without need for special t