Clarke American Sanders 07070A, Operator'S Manual

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Clarke ® American Sanders EZ - 8 Sander Operator's Manual Page 3
DANGER means: Severe bodily injury or death can occur to you or other personnel if the DAN-
GER statements found on this machine or in this Operator's Manual are
ignored or are not adhered to. Read and observe all DANGER statements
found in this Operator's Manual and on your machine.
WARNING means: Injury can occur to you or to other personnel if the WARNING statements
found on your machine or in this Operator's Manual are ignored or are not
adhered to. Read and observe all
WARNING statements found in this
Operator's Manual and on your machine.
CAUTION means: Damage can occur to the machine or to other property if the CAUTION state-
ments found on your machine or in this Operator's Manual are ignored or are
not adhered to. Read and observe all
CAUTION statements found in this
Operator's Manual and on your machine.
DANGER: Failure to read the Operator's Manual before operating or servicing this sanding equipment
could result in injury to the operator or to bystanders and could cause damage to the
equipment. Read and observe all safety statements found in this manual and on the
sanding equipment. Make sure all labels, decals, warnings, cautions and instructions are
fastened to the equipment. Replace any that are damaged or missing. You must have
training in the operation of this equipment before using it.
If the operator is unable to
read this manual, have it explained fully before they attempt to use this equip-
ment.
DANGER : Sanding/finishing wood floors can create an environment that can be explosive. The
following safety procedures must be adhered to:
• Cigarette lighters, pilot lights and any other source of ignition can create an explosion
when active during a sanding session. All sources of ignition should be extinguished or
removed entirely if possible from the work area.
• Work areas that are poorly ventilated can create an explosive environment when certain
combustible materials are in the atmosphere, i.e., solvents, thinners, alcohol, fuels,
certain finishes, wood dust and other combustible materials. Floor sanding equipment
can cause flammable material and vapors to burn. Read the manufacturer's label on all
chemicals used to determine combustibility. Keep the work area well ventilated.
• Spontaneous combustion or an explosion can occur when working with sanding dust.
The sanding dust can self-ignite and cause injury or damage. Sanding dust should be
disposed of properly. Always empty the sanding dust into a metal container that is
located outside of any building(s).
• Remove the contents of the dust bag when the bag is 1/3 full. Remove the contents of
the dust bag each time you finish using the equipment. Never leave a dust bag unat-
tended with sanding dust in it.
• Do not empty the contents of the dust bag into a fire.
• Hitting a nail while sanding can cause sparks and create an explosion or fire. Always
use a hammer and punch to countersink all nails before sanding floors.
OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS