GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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WARNING
For your own safety, read and understand all warnings and
operating instructions before using any tool or equipment.
WARNING
The 1" belt sander can be used for processing wood and
metal products. However, combining both wood dust and
metal filings can create a FIRE HAZARD. Make certain dust
collector is free of wood dust deposits before processing
metal products.
WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling and other construction activities contain chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures vary, 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. Always wear OSHA/NIOSH
approved, properly fitting face mask or respirator when using
such tools.
WARNING
Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal
injury. Remember that being careless for even a fraction of a
second can result in severe personal injury.
WORK PREPARATION
• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts of the tool.
• Nonslip protective footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Wear eye and hearing protection. Always use safety
glasses. Eye protection equipment should comply with
ANSI Z87.1 standards. Hearing equipment should comply
with ANSI S3.19 standards.
• Wear face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty.
• Be alert and think clearly. Never operate power tools when
tired, intoxicated or when taking medications that cause
drowsiness.
WORK AREA PREPARATION
• Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas and benches
invite accidents.
• Work area should be properly lighted.
• Do not use the machine in a dangerous environment. The
use of power tools in damp or wet locations or in rain can
cause shock or electrocution.
• Three-prong plug should be plugged directly into properly
grounded, three-prong receptacle.
• Use the proper extension cord. Make sure your extension
cord is in good condition. It should have grounding prong
and should be of the correct gauge.
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SAFETY RULES
• Keep children and visitors away. Your shop is a potentially
dangerous environment. Children and visitors can be
injured.
• Make your workshop childproof with padlocks, master
switches or remove switch keys to prevent any
unintentional use of power tools.
• It should have a grounding prong and should be of the
correct gauge.
TOOL MAINTENANCE
• Turn the machine "OFF", and disconnect the machine from
the power source prior to inspection.
• Maintain all tools and machines in peak condition. Keep
tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
• Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
• Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any other condition
that may affect tool's operation.
• Poorly maintained tools and machines can further damage
the tool or machine and/or cause injury.
• A guard or any other part that is damaged should be
repaired or replaced. Do not perform makeshift repairs.
TOOL OPERATION
• Avoid accidental start-up. Make sure that the tool is in the
“OFF” position before plugging in.
• Use the right tool for your job. Do not force your tool or
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
• Disconnect tool when changing parts. Always use
manufacturer recommended belts and disc.
• Don't force the workpiece on the machine. Damage to the
machine and/or injury may result.
• Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the power off
and do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
• Do not overreach. Loss of balance can make you fall into a
working machine, causing injury.
• Never stand on tool. Injury could occur if the tool tips, or if
you accidentally contact the cutting tool.
• Know your tool. Learn the tool’s operation, application and
specific limitations before using it.
• Use a proper extension cord of the correct gauge. Your
extension cord should have a grounding prong, and should
be in good condition.
• Handle workpiece correctly. Keep hands away from
moving parts.
• Turn tool off if it jams.
• Always support the workpiece against the table or backstop
when sanding.
• Always feed workpiece against the direction of the sanding
rotation. To maintain control, properly support long or wide
work-pieces.
CAUTION
Think safety! Safety is a combination of operator common
sense and alertness at all times when tool is being used.
WARNING
Do not attempt to operate tool until it is completely
assembled according to the instructions.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
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