Safety Instructions for Wide Belt Sanders
1.READ THIS MANUAL. This manual con- tains proper operating and safety proce- dures for this machine.
2.KICKBACK. Kickback is typically defined as the
3.WORKPIECE FEED RATE. Jamming the workpiece into the sander or against the sanding belt can cause it to kickback into the operator. Always firmly hold the workpiece and ease it into the sander at the same rate as the conveyor.
4.AVOIDING ENTANGLEMENT. Becoming entangled in the moving parts of this machine can cause pinching and crushing injuries. To avoid these hazards, DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, or jewelry, and tie back long hair. Keep all guards in place, and cabinet doors closed and secure.
5.HAND PLACEMENT. The sanding belt can remove a large amount of flesh in a few seconds. Always keep hands away from the sanding belt. Avoid pinching injuries by never putting your hand between the workpiece and the machine.
6.UNATTENDED MACHINE. There is risk of unintentional contact with the sanding belt when it is running, resulting in serious injury. Never leave this machine running unat- tended.
7.WORKPIECE QUANTITY. A
8.WORKPIECE INSPECTION. Nails, sta- ples, knots, or other imperfections in the workpiece can be dislodged and thrown from the sander at a high rate of speed into the operator or bystanders. Never attempt to sand stock that has imperfections or embed- ded foreign objects.
9.BODY PLACEMENT. In case of kickback, avoid personal injury by always keeping your body to the side of the sanding path.
10.WORKPIECE SIZE. Attempting to sand stock that is thinner, narrower, or shorter than is recommended in this manual can cause kickback or damage to the machine. Always make sure the workpiece is above the minimum size requirements for this sander.
11.POWER DISCONNECT. Accidental start up or contact with live wiring could result in serious personal injury or death. Always disconnect the sander from power when changing the sanding belt, performing main- tenance, or servicing the machine.
12.EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties per- forming the intended operation, stop using the machine! Contact our Technical Support Department at (570)
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different. Always con- sider safety first, as it applies to your individual working conditions. Use this and other machin- ery with caution and respect. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury, damage to equipment, or poor work results.
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