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Sanding Tool Safety
WARNING!
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding
the workpiece by hand or against the body makes it unstable and may lead to loss of control .
a .
ALWAYS wear appropriate protective equipment, including a dust mask with a minimum
FFP2 rating, eye protection and ear defenders
b .
Ensure all people in the vicinity of the work area are also equipped with suitable personal
protective equipment
c .
Take special care when sanding some woods (such as beech, oak, mahogany and teak),
as
the dust produced is toxic and can cause extreme reactions
d .
NEVER use to process any materials containing asbestos.
Consult a qualified professional, if
you are uncertain whether an object contains asbestos
e .
DO NOT sand magnesium or alloys containing a high percentage of magnesium
f .
Be aware of paint finishes or treatments that may have been applied to the material that
is being sanded. Many treatments can create dust that is toxic, or otherwise harmful.
If
working on a building constructed prior to 1960, there is an increased chance of encountering
lead-based paints
g .
The dust produced when sanding lead-based paints is particularly hazardous to children,
pregnant women, and people with high blood pressure.
DO NOT allow these people near to
the work area, even if wearing appropriate personal protective equipment
h .
Whenever possible, use a vacuum dust extraction system to control dust and waste
i .
Be especially careful when using a machine for both wood and metal sanding. Sparks
from metal can easily ignite wood dust.
ALWAYS clean your machine thoroughly to reduce the
risk of fire
j .
Empty the dust bag or container (where applicable) frequently during use, before taking
breaks and after completion of sanding.
Dust may be an explosion hazard . DO NOT throw
sanding dust into an open fire. Spontaneous combustion may occur when oil or water particles
come into contact with dust particles . Dispose of waste materials carefully and in accordance with
local laws and regulations .
k .
Work surfaces and sandpaper can become very hot during use. If there is evidence of
burning (smoke or ash), from the work surface, stop and allow the material to cool.
DO
NOT touch work surface or sandpaper until they have had time to cool
l .
DO NOT touch the moving sandpaper
m .
ALWAYS switch off before you put the sander down
n .
Even when this tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk
factors.
If you are in any doubt as to safe use of this tool, do not use it
Additional Safety Instructions for Pneumatic Sanding
Tools
• Inspect the backing pad before use . Do not use if cracked or broken or if it has been dropped
• Never run the tool unless abrasive is applied to the workpiece
• Grinding wheels and cutting-off tools shall not be used
• Check that the maximum operating speed of the inserted tool (flap wheels, abrasive belts, fibre
discs, backing pads, etc .), is higher than the rated speed of the sander or polisher
• Self-fixing sander discs shall be placed concentrically on the supporting pad
• Ensure that there are no electrical cables, gas pipes, etc ., which can cause a hazard if damaged
by use of the tool
1. Handle
2. Speed Control Trigger
3. Air Restrictor
4. Quick Connector
5. Rear Clamp
6. Sanding Pad
7. Front Clamp
Product Familiarisation
Intended Use
Air sander, powered by compressed air from a compressor, for light to medium sanding tasks using
conventional clamp-fitted sanding sheets.
Unpacking Your Tool
• Carefully unpack and inspect your tool . Fully familiarise yourself with all its features and
functions
• Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition . If any parts are missing or
damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool
Before Use
Fitting the quick connector
Note:
This tool is supplied with two different male airline quick connectors:
EQ-4 – commonly used in Europe
EN-6 – mainly used in the UK
EQ-4
Europe
EN-6
UK
• Please choose the connector that is compatible with the airline system you are using, and install
as outlined below:
1 . Apply some PTFE tape (not included) to the screw threads of the Quick Connector (4) . This will
help to maintain an air tight seal
Note:
Apply PTFE tape tightly and in a clockwise direction, so it does not come off when the thread
is screwed into the tool .
2 . Remove the protective plug from the air inlet
3 . Using a spanner (not included) screw the quick connector into the air inlet located at the base of
the handle
4 . Connect to airline, pressurise carefully and carry out a leak check (e .g . by spraying small
amounts of soapy water on to the outside of the connectors)
• Air lines fitted with matching female quick connectors will now be a push fit to the tool
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