If any part is missing, bent, or broken in any way, or any electrical parts don’t work properly, turn the sander off and unplug the sander. Replace damaged, missing, or failed parts before using the sander again.
Disconnect the sander to reduce the risk of injury from accidental start- ing. Turn switch off, unplug sander and remove the switch key before changing the setup or sanding drum. Maintain tools with care. Keep the sander clean for maximum and safest performance.
To reduce the risk of injury from jams, slips or thrown pieces:
•Use only recommended accesso- ries.
•Use the correct spacer ring insert. The opening between the sanding sleeve and insert must be 5/32 of an inch or less. (See page 15)
•All sanding drums, washers and knobs are tight. No parts should have excessive play prior to operat- ing unit.
•Keep work area clean. Cluttered work surfaces invite accidents. Floor must be clean and dry for stable footing.
Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face and Ears
Dress for Safety
•Any power sander can throw foreign objects into the eyes. This can result in permanent eye damage. Always wear safety goggles, not glasses complying with ANSI Z87.1 (or in Canada CSA
•For dusty operations, wear a dust mask along with safety goggles.
•Wear nonslip footwear.
•Tie back long hair.
•Roll long sleeves above the elbow.
•Noise levels vary widely. To reduce the risk of possible hearing damage, wear ear plugs or muffs when using sander for hours at a time.
•Sanding operations are usually dusty. Wear a dust mask along with the safety goggles.
•Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, wrist watches). They can get caught and draw you into moving parts.
Know your sander. Read and under- stand the owner’s manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its applica- tion and limitations as well as the spe- cific potential hazards.
Plan your work. Think through how you will hold and maneuver the work- piece against the sanding drum or belt.
Use the right tool. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed to do.
To reduce the risk of injury from accidental contact with moving parts:
•Do not layout, assemble, or setup work on the sander while any parts are moving.
•Reduce the risk of accidental starting. Make sure switch is “OFF” before plugging sander into a power outlet.
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