DEFINITIONS - SAFETY GUIDELINES
indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided,
will
result in
death or serious injury
.
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided,
could
result in
death or serious injury.
indicates a potentially haz ard ous situation which, if not
avoided,
may
result in
minor or mod er ate injury.
used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may
result in
property damage.
General Safety Rules
Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fi re and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1)
Work area safety
a)
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b)
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
fl ammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
c)
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
2) Electrical
safety
a)
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use
anyadapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodifi ed plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b)
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, rang-
es and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
c)
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d)
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have
3-prong grounding-type plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.
e)
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor
use.
If an extension cord is to be used outdoors, it must be marked with the suffi x W-A or W
following the cord type designation. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the
current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on
cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller
the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Volts
Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V
0-25
26-50
51-100
101-150
Ampere Rating
Gauge of wire in AWG units
From 6 to 10 amps 18
16
14
12
3) Personal
safety
a)
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the infl uence of drugs, alco-
hol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
b)
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Safety equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will re-
duce personal injuries.
c)
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the switch is in the off-position before plugging in.
Carrying power tools with your fi nger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
d)
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a
key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e)
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f)
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving
parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should also be avoided.
g)
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly used.
Use of these devices can reduce dust-
related hazards.
4) Power tool use and care
a)
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
The cor-
rect power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b)
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c)
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, chang-
ing accessories, or storing power tools.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
d)
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e)
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If 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 instruc-
tions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into ac-
count 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.
5)
Service
a)
Have your power tool serviced by a qualifi ed repair person using only identical re-
placement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
•
Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the
cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Contact with a “live” wire will make
exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator.
•
Do not sand metal of any kind with your sander.
Sparks may be generated by sanding screws,
nails or other metals which may ignite dust particles.
•
Do not wet sand with this sander.
Liquids may enter the motor housing and cause electric shock.
•
Empty dust bag frequently. Especially when sanding resin coated surfaces such as poly-
urethane, varnish, shellac, etc.
The accumulation of fine sanding dust particles may self ignite and
cause fire.
•
Do not operate this tool for long periods of time.
Vibration caused by the operating action of this
tool may cause permanent injury to fingers, hands, and arms. Use gloves to provide extra cushion,
take frequent rest periods, and limit daily time of use.
•
Sanding of lead-based paint, chemically pressure treated lumber or other materials that
may contain carcinogens is not recommended.
Sanding of these materials should only be per-
formed by a professional.
•
Clean out your tool often, especially after heavy use.
Dust and grit containing metal particles
often accumulate on interior surfaces and could create a risk of serious injury, electric shock or elec-
trocution. ALWAYS disconnect the sander from the power source before cleaning. ALWAYS WEAR
SAFETY GLASSES that conform to ANSI Z87.1.
•
ALWAYS disconnect tool from the power source before changing abrasive belts or sheets.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
•
ALWAYS maintain a firm grip with both hands on the belt sander handles with both hands
to prevent loss of control.
•
ALWAYS
keep fingers away from the moving belt and areas where the belt enters the housing to
avoid severe abrasion.
•
Do not operate belt sander without all guards and covers securely in place.
•
To avoid injury, do not use this tool in a stand that would invert it for use as a stationary belt
sander.
This tool is not made for that application.
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paint.
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products.
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber (CCA).
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment,
such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing
dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which may cause serious and perma-
nent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for
the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body. Always operate tool in well-ventilated area
and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection system wherever possible.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES.(ANSI Z87.1) and (CAN/CSA Z94.3) Everyday eye-
glasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR
CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection
SYMBOLS
The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are as follows:
V ....................... volts A
...........................amperes
Hz .................... hertz
W .........................watts
min ................... minutes
.......................alternating current
............... direct current
no .........................no load speed
.................... Class I Construction
.........................earthing terminal
(grounded)
........................safety alert symbol
..................... Class II Construction
…/min ..................revolutions or reciprocations
(double insulated)
per minute
BPM ..............beats per minute
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR PAINT REMOVAL
1. Sanding of lead based paint is NOT RECOMMENDED due to the difficulty of controlling the contami-
nated dust. The greatest danger of lead poisoning is to children and pregnant women.
2. Since it is difficult to identify whether or not a paint contains lead without a chemical analysis, we
recommend the following precautions when sanding any paint:
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. No children or pregnant women should enter the work area where the paint sanding is being done
until all clean up is completed.
2. A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons entering the work area. The filter should be
replaced daily or whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing. See your local hardware store for the
proper NIOSH approved dust mask.
3. NO EATING, DRINKING or SMOKING should be done in the work area to prevent ingesting con-
taminated paint particles. Workers should wash and clean up BEFORE eating, drinking or smoking.
Articles of food, drink, or smoking should not be left in the work area where dust would settle on
them.
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
1. Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize the amount of dust generated.
2. Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed with plastic sheeting of 4 mil thickness.
3. Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking of paint dust outside the work area.
CLEANING AND DISPOSAL
1. All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned daily for the duration of
the sanding project. Vacuum filter bags should be changed frequently.
2. Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed of along with any dust chips or other
removal debris. They should be placed in sealed refuse receptacles and disposed of through regular
trash pick-up procedures. During clean up, children and pregnant women should be kept away from
the immediate work area.
3. All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by children should be washed thoroughly before being
used again.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MOTOR
Do not operate your tool on a current on which the voltage is not within correct limits. Do not
operate tools rated A.C. only on D.C. current. To do so may seriously damage the tool.
OPERATION
To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before installing
and removing accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. An accidental start-up can cause
injury.
NEVER modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury could result.
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, secure the workpiece and maintain a firm grip
on the sander. Friction between the sanding belt and the work will tend to move the work backward and
the sander forward.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY,
USER MUST READ INSTRUCTION
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING PRODUCT.
PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO
DE LESIONES, EL USUARIO
DEBE LEER EL MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES ANTES
DE OPERAR EL PRODUCTO
AFIN DE RÉDUIRE LE
RISQUE DE
BLESSURES, L’UTILISATEUR DOIT LIRE LE MODE
D’EMPLOI AVANT D’UTILISER LE PRODUIT.
Instruction manual
Manuel d'instructions
Manual de'instrucciones
3" X 21" (76 x 533 mm)
BELT SANDER
3" X 21" (76 x 533 mm)
Ponceuse à courroie
3" X 21" (76 x 533 mm)
Lijadora de correa
Part No. N105737 - 02-01-2011
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