Additional Safety Instructions for
Belt and Disc Sanders
1.RESPIRATOR AND SAFETY GLASSES. Always wear a respirator and safety glasses while operating the sander. Dust and chips are created when sanding. Some debris will be ejected, becoming hazards to the eyes and lungs.
2.AVOIDING ENTANGLEMENT. DO NOT wear loose clothing articles, gloves, or jewelry while operating this machine. Button long sleeves and tie back long hair.
3.HAND PROTECTION. DO NOT place hands near, or in contact with, sanding belt/disc during operation. DO NOT allow fingers to get pinched between the workpiece and sanding table. This may pull the operator's hand into the machine and cause serious injury.
4.INSPECTING WORKPIECES. Always inspect workpiece for nails, staples, knots, and other objects that could be dislodged and thrown from the machine during sanding operations.
5.REPLACING SANDPAPER. Replace sanding paper when it becomes worn or torn. DO NOT operate the sander with damaged or badly worn sandpaper.
6.UNATTENDED OPERATION. Never leave the machine running attended.
7.DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM. Always operate the sander with an adequate dust collection system in place and running.
8.FEEDING STOCK. Firmly grasp the workpiece in both hands and ease it into the sandpaper with light pressure. DO NOT jam the workpiece into the machine during operations. Feed the workpiece against the direction of sandpaper travel. DO NOT sand tapered or pointed stock with the point facing the direction of sandpaper travel. Never sand more than one piece of stock at a time.
9.MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS. Perform machine inspections and maintenance service promptly when called for. Disconnect power before performing maintenance or adjustments on the sander, with the exception of sanding belt tracking.
10.EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation, stop using the machine! Contact our Technical Support Department at (570)
Like all machinery, there is potential danger when operating this sander. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this sander with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, serious 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 personal injury, damage to equipment, or poor work results.
Model H8192 1" Belt/8" Disc Combo Sander |