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American Sanders American 8 Floor Sander Operator's Manual
How to Operate the Machine
DANGER: Sanding/finishing wood floors can create
an environment that can be explosive.
Cigarette lighters, pilot lights and any
other source of ignition can create an
explosion when active during a sanding
session. All sources of ignition should
be extinguished or removed entirely if
possible from the work area.
DANGER: Work areas that are poorly ventilated
can create an explosive environment
when certain combustible materials
are in the atmosphere, i.e., solvents,
thinners, alcohol, fuels, certain finishes,
wood dust and other combustible
materials. Floor sanding machines can
cause flammable material and vapors
to ignite. Read the manufac-turer’s
label on all chemicals used to determine
combustibility. Keep the work area well
ventilated.
DANGER: Sanding dust can spontaneously ignite
and cause an injury or damage. Sanding
dust should be disposed of properly.
Always empty the sanding dust into a
metal container. Remove the contents of
the dust bag when the bag is 1/3 full.
DANGER: Sanding dust can spontaneously ignite
and cause an injury or damage. Remove
the contents of the dust bag each time
you finish using the machine. Always
dispose of the dust in a metal container
located outside of the building. Never
leave a dust bag unattended with sanding
dust in it. Do not empty the contents of
the dust bag into a fire.
DANGER: Hitting a nail while sanding can cause
sparks and create an explosion or fire.
Always use a hammer and punch to
countersink all nails before sanding
floors.
