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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
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Keep the work area clean and tidy.
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Dress appropriately - Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Tie long hair
out of the way.
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Keep children and visitors away - Do not let children handle the sander.
Make sure that any other persons in the work area are dressed suitably
and are wearing eye and ear protectors.
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Keep the air supply hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
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Do not fit the sander to any stand or clamping device that may damage
the tool.
GENERAL USE
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Stay alert and use common sense - do not use the sander when you are
tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
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Always wear eye protection when using the sander - eye protection must
provide protection from the front and the side.
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Always wear a dust mask when sanding dusty materials.
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Always wear ear protectors when using the sander.
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Do not over-reach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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Never use any type of bottled gas as a source of power for the sander.
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Do not connect the air supply hose with your finger on the trigger of the
sander.
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Do not exceed the maximum pressure for the sander: 90 psi / 6.2 bar.
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Check hoses for leaks or worn condition before use and ensure that all
connections are secure.
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Do not use the sander for any other purpose than that described in this
booklet.
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Do not carry out any alterations or modifications to the sander.
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The sander should be serviced as required by your CLARKE dealer.
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Never use the sander if it is defective or operating abnormally.
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ALWAYS ensure the workpiece is firmly secured leaving both hands free to
control the sander.
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ALWAYS ensure the sander has stopped before putting it down after use.
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ALWAYS ensure that any attachments are correctly fastened before
connecting the sander to the power supply.
