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Air Belt Sander

942944

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Vibration Hazards

a) Exposure to vibration can cause disabling damage to the nerves and blood supply of the

hands and arms

b) Wear warm clothing when working in cold conditions and keep your hands warm and dry
c) If you experience numbness, tingling, pain or whitening of the skin in your fingers or

hands, stop using the machine, inform your employer and consult a physician

d) Operate and maintain the sander or polisher as recommended in the instruction

handbook, to prevent an unnecessary increase in vibration levels

e) Hold the tool with a light but safe grip, taking account of the required hand reaction forces,

because the risk from vibration is generally greater when the grip force is higher

Additional Safety Instructions for

Pneumatic Power Tools

Air under pressure can cause severe injury:
• Always shut off air supply, drain hose of air pressure and disconnect tool from air supply

when not in use, before changing accessories or when making repairs

• Never direct air at yourself or anyone else
• Whipping hoses can cause severe injury. Always check for damaged or loose hoses and

fittings

• Whenever universal twist couplings (claw couplings) are used, lock pins should be installed

and whipcheck safety cables should be used to safeguard against possible hose-to-tool or

hose-to-hose connection failure

• Do not exceed the maximum air pressure stated on the tool
• Never carry an air tool by the hose

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.

ALWAYS wear appropriate protective equipment, including a dust mask with a

minimum FFP2 rating, eye protection and ear defenders

Ensure all people in the vicinity of the work area are also equipped with suitable

personal protective equipment

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

NEVER use to process any materials containing asbestos.

Consult a qualified

professional, if you are uncertain whether an object contains asbestos

DO NOT sand magnesium or alloys containing a high percentage of magnesium

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.  DO NOT use for wet sanding. Liquids entering the motor housing can cause severe

electric shocks

o. ALWAYS unplug the sander from the mains power supply before

changing or replacing sandpaper

p. 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

Entanglement Hazards

• Choking, scalping and/or lacerations can occur if loose clothing, personal jewellery, neck

wear, hair or gloves are not kept away from the tool and its accessories

Operating Hazards

a)  Use of the tool can expose the operator’s hands to hazards, including cuts, abrasions and heat
b)  Wear suitable gloves to protect hands
c)   Operators and maintenance personnel should be physically able to handle the bulk, weight

and power of the tool

d) Hold the tool correctly; be ready to counteract normal or sudden movements and have both

hands available

e)  Maintain a balanced body position and secure footing
f)   Release the start-and-stop device in the case of an interruption of the energy supply
g)  Use only lubricants recommended by the manufacturer
h)  Personal protective safety glasses should be used; suitable gloves and protective clothing

are recommended

i) Avoid direct contact with moving parts in order to prevent pinching or cutting of hands or

other body parts

j) There is a risk of electrostatic discharge if used on plastic and other non-conductive materials

Repetitive Motions Hazards

a) When using this tool to perform work-related activities, the operator can experience

discomfort in the hands, arms, shoulders, neck or other parts of the body

b) While using this tool, the operator should adopt a comfortable posture whilst maintaining

secure footing and avoiding awkward or off-balance postures. The operator should change

posture during extended tasks; this can help avoid discomfort and fatigue

c) If the operator experiences symptoms such as persistent or recurring discomfort, pain,

throbbing, aching, tingling, numbness, burning sensations or stiffness, these warning

signs should not be ignored. The operator should inform the employer and consult a

qualified health professional

Accessory Hazards

a) Disconnect the tool from the energy supply before fitting or changing the inserted tool or

accessory

b) Avoid direct contact with the inserted tool during and after use, as it can be hot or sharp
c) Use only sizes and types of accessories and consumables that are recommended by the

manufacturer of this tool; do not use other types or sizes of accessories or consumables

Workplace Hazards

a) Slips, trips and falls are major causes of workplace injury. Be aware of slippery surfaces

caused by use of the tool and also of trip hazards caused by the air line or hydraulic hose

b) This tool is not intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres and is not insulated

against contact with electric power

Dust & Fume Hazards

a) Dust and fumes generated when using this tool can cause ill health (for example cancer,

birth defects, asthma and/or dermatitis); risk assessment and implementation of

appropriate controls for these hazards are essential

b) Risk assessment should include dust created by the use of the tool and the potential for

disturbing existing dust

c) Direct the exhaust so as to minimise disturbance of dust in a dust-filled environment
d) Where dust or fumes are created, the priority should be to control them at the point of

emission

e) Select, maintain and replace the consumable/inserted tool as recommended in the

instruction handbook, to prevent an unnecessary increase in dust or fumes

f) Use respiratory protection in accordance with employer's instructions and as required by

occupational health and safety regulations

Noise Hazards

a) Exposure to high noise levels can cause permanent, disabling hearing loss and other

problems, such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing, whistling or humming in the ears). Therefore,

risk assessment and implementation of appropriate controls for these hazards are essential

b) Appropriate controls to reduce the risk can include actions such as damping materials to

prevent workpieces from ‘ringing’

c) Use hearing protection in accordance with employer's instructions and as required by