mains lead or plug presents a serious danger to life from electric shock.
JHave repairs carried out only by an electrician or the relevant service centre.
JDo not operate the device if it is damp and do not use it in a damp environment.
JIf you use the device outdoors, always connect it through a residual current device with a maxi- mum trip current of 30 mA.
JIf using an extension lead always use one that is approved for outdoor use.
JDo not use the tool in rain or in wet conditions.
JAlways work with the mains lead Q leading away from the rear of the device.
To avoid the danger of injury, burning and damage to health:
mDanger of fire from flying sparks!
JWarning! Be aware that persons operating the tool or in its vicinity may be at risk of being in contact with or inhaling dusts.
Take all the necessary safety precautions in relation to dusts. Working with this tool can give rise to dusts that may be hazardous to health, inflammable or explosive.
Harmful or poisonous dusts can, for example, arise from sanding paints containing lead, or from certain types of hardwoods or metals.
Some dusts are classed as carcinogenic. Wear a breathing mask and use a suitable dust / chip vacuum extraction device.
JWarning! Keep your working area clean. Mixtures of materials can be particularly danger- ous. Light metal dust, for example, may burn or explode.
JWhen sanding wood and in particular when working on materials that give rise to dusts that are hazardous to health, the sander must be connected to a suitable external dust extraction device.
JWear protective glasses, hearing protection, dust protection masks and protective gloves.
JEnsure that there is adequate ventilation when working on plastic, paint, varnish etc.
Safety / Operation
JAvoid sanding paints containing lead or other substances hazardous to health.
JDo not sand any material containing asbestos.
JFirmly support the workpiece (in a clamp or vice) unless its own weight is enough to keep it in place.
JAvoid contact with the moving sanding belt.
JOperate the tool only with an attached sanding sheet.
JDo not abrade moistened materials or damp surfaces.
Proper procedure and handling:
JNever use the tool for a purpose for which it was not intended nor with
JAlways switch on the device before placing it against the workpiece. After abrading, lift the device from the workpiece before switching it off.
JWhen working always hold the device securely with both hands. Always keep proper footing and balance.
JAllow the device to come to a complete standstill and switch it off before you put it down.
JWhen taking a break from your work, before carrying out any tasks on the device itself (e.g. changing the sanding belt) and when you are not using the device, always pull the mains plug out of the mains socket.
JAlways keep the device clean, dry and free of oil or grease.
JRemain alert at all times! Always watch what you are doing and proceed with caution.
Do not use the device if you cannot concentrate or you are feeling unwell.
LOperation
LSwitching on and off
Caution! Before connecting to the electricity supply, ensure that the palm detail sander is switched off.
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