How do you change the base plate for detail sanding? This is on the very first mouse sander, not the new one with dust collection.

Hi Kirk

Have you tried the Manufacturers site..

Doubt if any of our guys go that deep

Just stick the sand paper sheet to the base of the mouse sander... it's velcro it will hold... match the forme of the paper with the forme of the sander's base... that's all...

Cheers!

are you putting holes in the papper with the guide? there has to be holes in the paper for the dust collection to work

Are you using the punch plate to put holes in the sand paper after you put on a new sheet?
If you are it could have an obstruction in the fan guide or the fan has broken fins. Both the punch plate and fan can be purchased by clicking on the below link.
http://www.ereplacementparts.com/makita-bo4552-finishing-sander-parts-c-97_103_482.html?osCsid=s71te2ssm60u2ga80vaqah9f85

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This info may help;

Features: DeWalt D26451K 5" Random Orbit Sander Kit

• 3.0 Amp motor operates at 12,000 opm providing ideal sanding speed for smooth finish
• Textured anti-slip top & body grip provides ultimate comfort and control during prolonged use
• Controlled Finishing System maintains pad speed and minimizes gouging during start up
• Dust-sealed switch prevents contamination
• Sealed 100 percent ball-bearing construction provides longer life
• High capacity dust bag with built in vacuum adapter provides maximum dust collection with or without vacuum
• Dual-plane counter-balanced fan reduces user fatigue
• Accepts 5", 8-hole hook & loop paper allows sanding discs to be switched back and forth quickly and easily
• The sanding discs mate to the sander plate similar to Velcro, and this particular sander uses a 5" disc with 8 holes in it. Can be purchased in Home Depot, Lowes, etc....

Hope this helps!

Left Hand.

No oil, it will collect more dust and jam up your sander. An airsol can put out by TECHSPRAY called RID_OX lubricates and cleans without collecting dust and is safe on most plastics, you will find it at an Electronics supply store.

You need to remove the allen head cap screw in the center of the base, then remove the washer, and pull the base straight down off the sander. If you can't get it to pull off, try gently rocking it a little as you exert pressure to pull it off.

Random orbit sanding base
With this sanding base, you can use the tool as a random orbit sander.
Fitting and removing the sanding base (fig. B)
- Place the sanding base (3) onto the spindle (10).
- Place the washer (7) onto the spindle.
- Insert the Allen screw (8) into the screw hole in the spindle.
- Tighten the Allen screw using the Allen key (9) supplied.
- To remove the sanding base, remove the Allen screw (8) and washer (7).
Fitting sanding sheets (fig. C)
- Hold the tool with the sanding base (3) facing upwards.
- Place the sanding sheet (11) onto the sanding base (3). The holes in the sheet do not need
to line up with the holes in the base.
Large detail sanding base
With this sanding base, you can use the tool as a detail sander or an orbital sander.
Fitting and removing the sanding base (fig. D & E)
For detail sanding, the pointed end should face forward as in fig. D. For sanding large areas,
the pointed end should face to the back as in fig. E.
- Place the sanding base (12) onto the spindle (10). Make sure that the legs of the base
locate into the tool.
- Place the washer (7) onto the spindle.
- Insert the Allen screw (8) into the screw hole in the spindle.
- Tighten the Allen screw using the Allen key (9) supplied.

You can also view the factory manual here: http://www.dewaltservicenet.com/documents/English/Instruction%20Manual/479727-00,MS1000%20SANDER.pdf

Be patient, and good luck! Let me know if this doesn't solve your problem and you still need help!

The belt cover that does down the front of the belt, below the table, should have an opening inside the baes/vacuum unit. Make sure this isn't clogged with buildup.