Safety Instructions for Spindle Sanders
1.FEED RATE. Never jam a workpiece against the sanding surface. Firmly hold the workpiece and ease it against the spindle using light pressure.
2.AVOIDING ENTANGLEMENT. Keep loose clothing articles such as sleeves, belts or jewelry items away from the spindle. Never wear gloves when operating the spindle sander.
3.HAND PLACEMENT. Do not place hands near, or in contact with, sanding surfaces during operation.
4.WORKPIECE HANDLING. Hold the workpiece with both hands, or use the appropriate jig or miter gauge.
5.MAINTENANCE. Perform machine inspections and maintenance promptly as required.
6.UNATTENDED MACHINE. Never leave the machine running unattended.
7.SANDING SLEEVES. Worn or damaged sanding sleeves can tear apart and become entangled in the spindle. Replace sanding sleeves promptly as required.
8.FOREIGN MATERIAL. Always inspect stock for nails, staples, knots, and other imperfections that could be dislodged and thrown from the machine during sanding operations.
9.DUST COLLECTION. Never operate the sander without an adequate dust collection system in place and running.
10.DIRECTION. Never sand tapered or point- ed stock with the point facing the feed direc- tion.
11.POWER DISCONNECT. Disconnect the machine from the power source before changing the sanding sleeve.
12.RESPIRATOR USE. Always use a respira- tor that is approved for wood dust when using this machine. A dust collector is not an adequate substitute.
Like all machines there is danger associ- ated with the Model G0538. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this machine with respect and caution to lessen the pos- sibility of operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, seri- ous personal injury may occur.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different. Always consider safety first, as it applies to your individual working conditions. Use this and other machinery with caution and respect. Failure to do so could result in serious per- sonal injury, damage to equipment, or poor work results.
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