PS240 03
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
b) Prevent dust accumulation at the workplace.
Dusts can easily ignite.
7 Additional Warnings for Sanders
a) Harmful/toxic dusts will arise from sanding
e.g. lead painted surfaces, woods and metals.
Contact with or inhalation of these dusts can
endanger the health of operator and bystanders.
Always use eye glasses and dust mask.
b) Hearing protection should be worn when
using the sander.
c) Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
when using the sander.
Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact-resistant lenses; they are not
safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
d) Remove the plug from the socket before
carrying out any adjustment, servicing or
maintenance.
e) Fully unwind cable drum extensions to avoid
potential overheating.
f) When an extension cable is required you
must ensure it has the correct ampere rating for
your power tool and is in a safe electrical
condition.
g) Ensure your mains supply voltage is same as
indicated on the rating plate.
h) Your tool is double insulated for additional
protection against a possible electrical
insulation failure within the tool.
i) Always check walls, floors and ceilings to
avoid hidden power cables and pipes.
j) After long working period’s external metal
parts and accessories could be hot.
k) If possible, ensure the work-piece is firmly
clamped to prevent movement.
l) Your sander is a hand held tool, do not clamp
your sander.
m) Before sanding, check the area is free of
nails, screws, etc.
n) Never stop the sander by applying a force to
the base plate.
o) Only use paper in good condition. Do not use
torn or worn paper.
p) Do not sand material containing asbestos due
to a health risk.
q) Do not sand lead based paint due to the risk of
lead poisoning.
r) Do not eat or drink in the working area of the
sander.
s) Do not allow people to enter the working area
without wearing a dust mask.
t) Where possible, seal off the working area to
contain the dust for later removal.
u) Your tool is designed for dry sanding only, not
wet sanding.
v) Your tool is designed for general purpose light
polishing of wood and metals.
w) Do not sand magnesium material due to the
risk of fire.
