BELT SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and
the warning labels.
11. Unplug Your Sander.
Ensure that the sander is
disconnected from the main supply before servicing,
lubricating, making adjustments, changing accesso-
ries, or replacing sanding belts. Accidental start-ups
may occur if the tool is plugged in during an acces-
sory change. Before plugging the tool back in, check
that the trigger is OFF.
12. Replacing the Sanding Belt.
Replace the sand-
ing belt as soon as it becomes worn or torn. Torn
sanding belts can cause deep scratches that are dif-
ficult to remove. Ensure that the sanding belt is the
correct size for the machine. After changing a sand-
ing belt, rotate the belt to make sure it doesn’t hit any
part of the tool.
13. Cleaning Your Sander.
Clean and maintain your
tool periodically. When cleaning a tool, be careful
not to disassemble any portion of the tool. Internal
wires may be misplaced or pinched and safety guard
return springs may be improperly mounted. Certain
cleaning agents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachlo-
ride, ammonia, etc. may damage plastic parts.
KICKBACK SAFETY
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged
rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any other ac-
cessory. Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling
of the rotating accessory, which in turn causes the
uncontrolled power tool to be forced in the direction
opposite of the accessory’s rotation at the point of
binding.
Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions and
can be avoided by taking the proper precautions as
given below.
1. Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position
your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback
forces. Always use the auxiliary handle, if provided,
for maximum control over kickback or torque reac-
tion during start-up. The operator can control torque
reactions or kickback forces, if proper precautions
are taken.
2. Never place your hand near the rotating acces-
sory. The accessory may kick back over your hand.
3. Do not position your body in the area where the
power tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback
will propel the tool in the direction opposite to the
wheel’s movement at the point of snagging.
4. Use special care when working corners, sharp
edges, etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the acces-
sory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have a ten-
dency to snag the rotating accessory and cause loss
of control or kickback.
VIBRATION SAFETY
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or long-term
exposure to vibration may cause temporary or per-
manent physical injury, particularly to the hands,
arms and shoulders. To reduce the risk of vibration-
related injuries:
1. First, be examined by a doctor and then have regu-
lar medical check-ups to ensure medical problems
are not being caused or worsened from using this
tool. People who are pregnant, have impaired blood
circulation to the hand, past hand injuries, nervous
system disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s disease
should NOT use this tool.
2. If you feel any symptoms related to vibration (such
as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
stop working and seek medical advice as soon as
possible.
3. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces the
blood supply to the hands and fingers, increasing the
risk of vibration-related injury.
4. Wear suitable work gloves to reduce the effects of
vibration.
5. Hold the tool firmly enough to keep safe control of
it, but NOT too tightly. The risk associated with vibra-
tion is increased when the gripping force is high. Let
the tool do the work.
6. Take vibration-free breaks during each day of work.
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