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damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
g) 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 those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil and grease.
The sliding handles do not allow safe handling and control
of the tool in unexpected situations. Power tools with
the switch on invite these situations.
5) Service
a) 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.
b) Use only original parts for repair and maintenance.
The use of incompatible accessories and parts can cause
electric shock and other injuries.
1.2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATING THE
DRY WALL SANDER
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference.
• This power tool is intended to function as a sander.
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and
specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
• Do not use accessories which are not specifically
designed and recommended by the tool manufacturer.
Just because the accessory can be attached to your
power tool, it does not assure safe operation.
• The rated speed of the accessory must be at least
equal to the maximum speed marked on the power
tool. Accessories running faster than their rated speed
can break and fly apart.
• The outside diameter and the thickness of your acces -
sory must be within the capacity rating of your power
tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be adequately
guarded or controlled.
• Threaded mounting of accessories must match the
grinder spindle thread. For accessories mounted by
flanges, the arbour hole of the accessory must fit the
locating diameter of the flange.
Accessories that do not match the mounting hardware of
the power tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively
and may cause loss of control.
• Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use
inspect the accessory such as abrasive wheels for chips
and cracks, backing pad for cracks, tear or excess wear,
wire brush for loose or cracked wires. If power tool or
accessory is dropped, inspect for damage or install an
undamaged accessory. After inspecting and installing
an accessory, position yourself and bystanders away
from the plane of the rotating accessory and run the
power tool at maximum no-load speed for one minute.
Damaged accessories will normally break apart during
this test time.
• Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area.
Anyone entering the work area must wear personal
protective equipment. Fragments of workpiece or of a
broken accessory may fly away and cause injury beyond
immediate area of operation.
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only,
when performing an operation where the cutting
accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and shock
the operator.
• Regularly clean the power tool's air vents. The motor's
fan will draw the dust inside the housing and excessive
accumulation of powdered metal may cause electrical
hazards.
• Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants.
Using water or other liquid coolants may result reesult
in electrocution or shock.
• Always keep your hands a safe distance away from the
rotating sanding disc. The disc could rebound towards
your hands.
• Prolonged exposure to sanding dust from walls can
affect breathing. Always use vacuum cleaner with a
suitable bag fitted for dust from walls and use a suitable
breathing mask.
• Lead paint sanding is highly toxic and should only be
done by specially trained professionals equipped with
special equipment for removing this paint.
• Stand firmly on the ground and keep your balance.
Do not overstretch. Use a suitable platform for the
work carried out.
• Always use suitable safety equipment for sanding,
safety goggles and a breathing mask.
• Never let go of the machine until the disc has fully
stopped. The rotary disc could get caught on the work
surface and knock the machine out of your control.
• Do not leave the machine operating while carrying
it with you. The rotary disc could get caught in your
clothes and cause serious injuries.
• Do not use the machine near inflammable substances,
as the sparks could ignite them.