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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
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If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction andcollection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used.
Use of these
devices can reduce dust related hazards.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
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Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application.
The correct power
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
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Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off.
Any power tool that can not be controlled
with the switch is dangerous andmust be repaired.
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Disconnect the plug from the power source
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools.
Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
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Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions to operate the
power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
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Maintain power tools.
Check for misalignment or
bindling of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tools
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
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Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
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Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,
in accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed.
Use of the power
tool for operations different from intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
SERVICE
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Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
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Check damaged parts.
Before further use of the tool,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, free running of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting and any other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service center unless otherwise indicated in
this instruction manual. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service facility. Do not use
the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
SANDERS
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Always wear safety goggles and a dust mask
when sanding, especially sanding over-head.
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The machine is not suitable for wet sanding.
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Do not use sanding paper larger than needed.
Extra paper extending beyond the sanding pad can
also cause serious lacerations.
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The dust bag shall be equipped with the tool.
And it shall be emptied frequently. To connect dust bag,
insert the adapter of dust bag to the dust-collection
opening on the rear end of the sander.
WARNING
Do not throw sanding dust on an open fire because
materials in fine particle form may be explosive.
WARNING
A suitable breathing respirator must be worn
while sanding lead paint, some woods and metal
to avoid breathing the harmful/toxic dust or air.
SYMBOL
The following show the symbols used for the tool. Be
sure
that you understand their meaning before use.
V.................................................................................Volts
Hz..............................................................................Hertz
~...........................................................Alternating Current
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