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21-18OS
Instruction & User Manual
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 may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Operations such as grinding, wire
brushing or cutting-off are not
recommended to be performed with
this power tool.
Operations for which the
power tool was not designed may create a
hazard and cause personal injury.
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Proper safety gloves are also recommended.
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Use the tool for dry sanding only.
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Use clamps or a vice to secure your work
whenever possible.
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Use perforated hook-and-loop sandpaper
with the prescribed dimensions.
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A sanding sheet that has been used for metal
should not be used on other materials.
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Do not run the machine with any part of the
casing missing or damaged.
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Never switch on the sander under load and
place it down only after the head has come
to a complete stop.
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Vibrations can injure the nerves in hands &
arms. Keep exposure to vibrations as short
as possible.
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When carrying out work, always ensure that
you have a stable standing position.
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Wear ear protectors.
Exposure to noise
can cause hearing loss.
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Wear eye protection.
Wear goggles
to prevent eyes from exposure to flying
particles.
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Wear suitable gloves to protect
hands.
Use of the power tool may expose
the operator’s hands to hazards including
cuts, abrasions and heat
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Wear a dust mask.
Take protective
measures against inhalation of dust. Some
materials can contain toxic materials. Also
work with dust/ chip extraction when
connectable.
Additional Safety Rules For
Orbital Sanders
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Hold the power tool by insulated
gripping surfaces, when performing
an operation where the cutting
accessory may contact hidden wiring.
Cutting accessory contacting a “live”
wire may make exposed metal parts of
the power tool “live” and could give the
operator an electric shock.
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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.
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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.
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The outside diameter and the
thickness of your accessory must be
within the capacity rating of your
power tool.
Incorrectly sized accessories
cannot be adequately guarded or controlled.
SAFETY WARNINGS COMMON FOR
SANDING