Delta 31-120 instruction manual Additional Safety Rules for Disc Sanders, Specifications

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are:

lead from lead-based paints,

crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other·masonry products, and

arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lum ber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, 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, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR DISC SANDERS

1.READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTION MANU- AL BEFORE OPERATING DISC SANDER.

2.IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the oper- ation of Disc Sanders, obtain advice from your supervi- sor, instructor or other qualified person.

3.MAKE SURE wiring codes and recommended elec- trical connections are followed and that machine is prop- erly grounded.

4.MAINTAIN maximum clearance of 1/16" between table and sanding belt or disc.

5.THIS TOOL is intended for indoor use only.

6.MAKE SURE the abrasive disc is not torn or loose.

7.ALWAYS keep hands away from abrasive surfaces.

8.HOLD the work firmly when sanding.

9.NEVER wear gloves or hold the work with a rag when sanding.

10.AVOID KICKBACK by sanding in accordance with the direction arrows. Always sand on the downward side of the disc, so that the work is held securely on the table.

11.DISCONNECT machine from power source when making repairs.

12.SHUT OFF power and do not leave until the machine has come to a complete stop and the work area is clean.

13.MAKE all adjustments with the power “OFF.”

14.ALWAYS remove scrap pieces and other objects from the table, backstop or abrasive disc before turning the machine “ON.”

15.NEVER perform layout, assembly or set-up work on the table while the sander is operating.

16.ALWAYS turn the machine “OFF” and disconnect the cord from the power source before installing or removing accessories.

17.NEVER leave the machine work area when the power is “ON” or before the machine has come to a complete stop.

18.DO NOT sand pieces of material that are too small to be safely supported on the table.

19.AVOID awkward hand positions where a sudden slip could cause a hand to move into the abrasive disc.

20.WHEN sanding a large workpiece, provide addition- al support at table height.

21.SHOULD any part of your sander be missing, dam- aged, or fail in any way, or any electrical component fail to perform properly, shut off switch and remove plug from power supply outlet. Replace missing, damaged, or failed parts before resuming operation.

22.THE USE of attachments and accessories not rec- ommended by Delta may result in the risk of injuries.

23.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of this product is available from the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201 in the Accident Prevention Manual for Industrial Operation and also in the Safety Data Sheets provided by the NSC. Please also refer to the American National Standards Institute ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machinery and the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA 1910.213 Regulations.

24.DO NOT EXPOSE to rain or use in damp location.

25.DO NOT apply brake when the switch is in the “ON” position.

26.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them fre- quently and use them to instruct other users.

SPECIFICATIONS

Motor:

1/2 H.P., 120V, Single Phase

Height: 15"

Disc Speed:

1725 RPM

Width:17-1/4"

Disc Size:

12"

Depth:17-3/4"

Table Size:

17-1/4" x 6-1/4"

Weight: 72 lbs.

Table Tilt:

45º up and down

 

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Contents Disc Sander with Integral Dust Collection Always Wear EYE Protection Safety RulesSpecifications Additional Safety Rules for Disc SandersFastening Sander to Supporting Surface Unpacking and CleaningAssembly Instructions Installing Dust HoseGrounding Instructions Connecting Disc Sander to Power SourcePower Connections Motor SpecificationsOperating Controls and Adjustments Locking Switch OFF PositionStarting Stopping Sander Adjusting Miter Gage Slot Parallel With the Abrasive Disc Tilting the Table and Adjusting the 45 Degree Positive Stops Manual Disc Brake Maintenance Using the Disc SanderSanding and END Sanding with Accessory Miter Gauge Page PARTS, Service or Warranty Assistance