SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR BELT AND DISC SANDER
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BELT AND DISC SANDER
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and
knowing how your belt disc sander works. Read this manual to
understand this sander.
BEFORE USING THE SANDER
WARNING:
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious, permanent
injury, do not plug sander in until the following is understand .
• Assembly and alignment.
• Learn the use and function of the ON-OFF switch, backstop, belt
tracking knob, belt tension lever, work table and work table tilt lock
knob.
• Review and understanding of all safety instructions and operating
procedures in this manual.
• Review of the maintenance methods for this sander.
WHEN INSTALLING OR MOVING THE SANDER
AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
. Use the sander in a dry,
indoor place protected from rain. Keep work area well lighted.
Place the sander so neither the user nor bystander are forced to
stand in line with the abrasive belt or disc.
To avoid injury from unexpected sander movement:
• Always unplug the sander before moving it.
• Put the sander on a firm level surface where there is plenty of room
for handing and properly supporting the workpiece.
• Support the sander so it does not rock.
• Bolt the sander to its work surface. Use the fasteners and method
shown in “Assembly and Alignment.”
•
NEVER STAND ON TOOL
. Serious injury could occur if the tool
tips. Do not store anything above or near the tool where anyone
might stand on the tool to reach them.
BEFORE EACH USE:
Inspect your sander.
DISCONNECT THE SANDER. To avoid injury from accidental
starting, unplug the sander, turn the switch off and remove the
switch key before changing the setup, sanding disc or belt or
adjusting anything.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS, Check for:
• alignment of moving parts
• binding of moving parts
• broken parts
• work parts that cause a gap larger than 1/16’’ between work
support and sanding surface.
• sanding belt narrower than 4 inches. Narrower belts uncover parts
that could trap your fingers,
• worn or damaged electric cords,
• stable mounting , and
• any other conditions that may affect the way the sander works.
If any part is missing, bent, or broken in any way, or any electrical
parts don’t work properly, turn the sander off and unplug the sander.
REPLACE damaged, missing or failed parts before using the sander
again.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep the sander clean for best
and safest performance. Follow instruction for lubricating.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES from tool before
turning it on.
To avoid injury from jams, slips or thrown pieces:
• USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult this
Owner’s manual for recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that come with the accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury to person.
• Adjust any work support to clear the sanding surface by no more
1/16 of an inch. When checking clearance between the belt and
work support, press the belt flat against the metal beneath it.
• Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and no parts have
excessive play.
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite
accidents. Floor must not be slippery.
To avoid bums or other fire damage, never use the sander near
flammable liquids, vapors or gases.
PLAN AHEAD TO PROTECT YOUR EYES, HANDS, FACE, EARS.
KNOW YOUR SANDER. Read and understand the owner’s
manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its application and
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to it.
To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving parts:
• KEEP GUARD IN PLACE and in working order.
• Don’t do layout, assembly, or setup work on the sander while any
parts are moving.
• AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure switch is “OFF”
before plugging sander into a power outlet.
Plan your work.
W A R N I N G !
1. Read manual before using sander.
2. Wear safety goggles.
3. Wear a dust mask.
4. Maintain 1/16’’ maximum clearance between table and
sanding belt and disc.
5. Always support workplace with “backstop” or “worktable”.
6. Avoid “Kickback” (Workpiece thrown at you ) use only the left
half of the disc.
7. Avoid fire. Clean out all sawdust and disconnect from any
vacuum before sanding metals.
