Clarke 07163A, Operator'S Manual

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American Sanders Operator's Manual (EN) - EZ Sand - HDTR FORM NO 71358A - 3 -
OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER: Failure to read the Owner’s Manual prior to operating or servicing your Clarke American Sanders machine could result
in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well. You must have
training in the operation of this machine before using it.
If you or your operator(s) cannot read this manual have it
explained fully before attempting to operate this machine.
DANGER : Sanding/ fi nishing wood fl oors can create an explosive or combustible environment. Do not operate this machine
around solvents, thinners, alcohol, fuels, fl oor fi nishes, wood dust or any other fl ammable materials. Cigarette lighters,
pilot lights, electrical sparks and all other sources of ignition should be extinguished or avoided. Keep work area well
ventilated.
DANGER : Electrocution could occur if the machine is being serviced while the machine is connected to a power source. Disconnect
the power supply before servicing.
DANGER: Electrocution or fi re could occur if the machine is being operated with a damaged power cord. Keep the power cord clear
of the pad. Always lift the cord over the machine. Do not move the machine by the power cord.
DANGER: To avoid injury keep hands, feet, and loose clothing away from all moving parts on the machine. Disconnect the power cord
before replacing the pad, changing the abrasive, or when servicing. Do not operate the machine unless all guards are in
place. Never leave the machine unattended while connected to a power source.
DANGER: Dust generated from sanding wood fl oors can spontaneously ignite or explode. Promptly dispose of any sanding dust in a
metal container clear of any combustibles. Do not dispose in a fi re.
WARNING: This sander is not to be used on pressure treated wood. Some pressure treated woods contain arsenic and sanding
pressure treated wood produces hazardous dust. Inhaling hazardous dust from pressure treated wood can cause serious
injury or death. Sanding pressure treated wood decks or uneven surfaces can damage the sander which is not covered
under warranty or damage waiver.
WARNING: This machine should be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. This machine is provided with a
three-conductor cord and a three-contact grounding type attachment plug to fi t the proper grounding type receptacle. The
green (or green and yellow) conductor in the cord is the grounding wire. Never connect this wire to anything other than the
grounding pin of the attachment plug.
WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not use the machine if it has been rained on or sprayed with water.
WARNING: Injury can occur if protective clothing or equipment is not used while sanding. Always wear safety goggles, protective
clothing, and dust mask while sanding.
WARNING: Any alterations of modi fi cations of this machine could result in damage to the machine or injury to the operator or other
bystanders. Alterations or modi fi cations not authorized by the manufacturer voids any and all warranties and liabilities.
THIS MACHINE IS INTENDED FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY
DANGER means: Severe bodily injury or death can occur to you or other personnel if the DANGER
statements found on this machine or in this Owner’s Manual are ignored or are
not adhered to. Read and observe all
DANGER statements found in this Owner’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 Owner’s Manual are ignored or are not adhered to. Read
and observe all
WARNING statements found in this Owner’s Manual and on your
machine.
CAUTION means: Damage can occur to the machine or to other property if the CAUTION statements
found on your machine or in this Owner’s Manual are ignored or are not adhered to.
Read and observe all
CAUTION statements found in this Owner’s Manual and on
your machine.