BELT SANDER SAFETY
1. Two-Hand Operation.
This machine requires the use
of two hands to ensure safe operation.
2. Maintaining a Stable Stance.
Ensure proper balance
when using the tool. Do not stand on ladders and step
ladders during operation. If the machine is to be used on
a higher and otherwise unreachable surface, a suitable
and stable platform or scaffold tower with hand rails and
kick boards should be used.
3. Preparing the Workpiece.
Check the workpiece for
any protruding nails, screw heads or anything else that
could tear or damage the belt.
4. Securing the Workpiece.
Never hold the workpiece in
your hand or across your legs. Secure small workpieces
to prevent the rotating belt from picking them up dur-
ing forward motion. An unstable or improperly-secured
workpiece could cause the belt to bind, resulting in a
loss of control and possible injury.
5. Checking the Power Cord.
Make sure that the power
cord is prevented from coming into contact with the ma-
chine or getting caught up on other objects, preventing
completion of the sanding pass.
6. Holding the Sander.
Keep handles and hands dry,
clean and free from oil and grease. Only hold the power
tool by the insulated gripping surfaces in case the belt
contacts its own cord. Cutting a “live” wire may make
exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and could give the
operator an electric shock.
BELT SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and
the warning labels.
WARNING!
EXTREME CAUTION REQUIRED WHEN SANDING PAINT. The dust residue may contain LEAD,
which is poisonous. Exposure to even low levels of lead can cause irreversible brain and nervous system dam-
age, to which young and unborn children are particularly vulnerable. Any pre-1960s building may have paint
containing lead on wood or metal surfaces that has since been covered with additional layers of paint. Lead-
based paints should only be removed by a professional and should not be removed using a sander. If you sus-
pect that paint on surfaces contains lead, please seek professional advice.
WARNING!
USE A FACE MASK AND DUST COLLECTION. Some wood and wood type products, such as MDF
(Medium Density Fiberboard), can produce dust that can be hazardous to your health. We recommend the use of
a dust extraction system and an approved face mask with replaceable filters when using this machine.
7. Sand on Dry Surfaces Only.
This machine is to be
used for dry sanding only. Do not attempt to use for wet
sanding operations, as fatal electric shock may occur.
8. Starting the Sander.
Always start the sander before
the sanding belt is in contact with the workpiece. Let the
sander reach full speed before using the tool. Do not
start the machine while it is in contact with the work-
piece.
9. Sanding the Workpiece.
CAUTION!
When the ma-
chine contacts the workpiece it will have a tendency
to grab and pull forward. Resist the forward motion
and keep the belt sander moving at an even pace.
Never pull the tool backwards over the workpiece.
Sand in the direction of the grain whenever possible.
Remove the sanding dust between each grade of
sanding sheet. Never leave the machine unattended
while it is still running.
10. Setting Down the Sander.
Wait for the belt to
stop before setting the tool down. An exposed, rotat-
ing belt may engage the surface, leading to possible
loss of control and serious injury. Always lay the
sander on its side to prevent accidents if the machine
is inadvertently started.
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