ARO Tool Products
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ARO Company 2002
Printed in U.S.A.
04578456
Form: 49999--235--EU1
Edition 30AP02
April, 2002
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
FOR MODEL 8416--B( ) ( ) -- ( ), 8417--B( ) ( ) -- ( ) AND 8418--B( ) ( ) -- ( )
RANDOM ORBITAL SANDERS
CAUTION
NOTICE
Model 8416--B( ) ( ) -- ( ), 8417--B( ) ( ) -- ( ) and 8418--B( ) ( ) -- ( ) Sanders are designed to
prepare metal and wood surfaces for painting and finishing operations.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ENCLOSED -- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT
IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE THIS SAFETY INFORMATION
AVAILABLE TO OTHERS THAT WILL OPERATE THIS PRODUCT
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS COULD
RESULT IN INJURY
PLACING TOOL IN SERVICE
•
Always install, operate, inspect and maintain this
product in accordance with all applicable standards
and regulations (local, state, country, federal, etc.).
•
Always use clean, dry air at 90 psig (6.2 bar/620 kPa)
maximum air pressure at the inlet. Higher pressure
may result in hazardous situations including excessive
speed, rupture, or incorrect output torque or force.
•
Be sure all hoses and fittings are the correct size and
are tightly secured. See Dwg. TPD905--2 for a typical
piping arrangement.
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Ensure an accessible emergency shut off valve has
been installed in the air supply line, and make others
aware of its location.
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Do not use damaged, frayed or deteriorated air hoses
and fittings.
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Keep clear of whipping air hoses. Shut off the
compressed air before approaching a whipping hose.
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Always turn off the air supply and disconnect the air
supply hose before installing, removing or adjusting
any accessory on this tool, or before performing any
maintenance on this tool.
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Do not lubricate tools with flammable or volatile
liquids such as kerosene, diesel or jet fuel. Use only
recommended lubricants.
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Keep work area clean, uncluttered, ventilated and
illuminated.
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Do not remove any labels. Replace any damaged label.
USING THE TOOL
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Always wear eye protection when operating or
performing maintenance on this tool.
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Always wear hearing protection when operating this
tool.
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Always use Personal Protective Equipment
appropriate to the tool used and material worked.
This may include dust mask or other breathing
apparatus, safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, apron,
safety shoes, hard hat and other equipment.
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This tool is not designed for working in explosive
environments, including those caused by fumes and
dust, or near flammable materials.
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This tool is not insulated against electric shock.
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