Powermatic 1632 operating instructions About this manual

blades. A machine under repair should be RED TAGGED to show it should not be used until the maintenance is complete.

14.Maintain tools in top condition. Keep all tools sharp and clean for the best and safest performance, and follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Never stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the sander is tipped or if the sanding belt is accidentally contacted.

15.Job completion. The operator of the sander is responsible for shutting the machine down when it is not in use. CAUTION: The abrasive belt will coast to a stop in normal conditions, and will only break to a stop when the emergency devices are pressed! IT IS DANGEROUS TO LEAVE A MACHINE UNATTENDED. Persons not familiar with the sander's operation could injure themselves or others. NEVER clean the sander with power "ON" and never use the hands to clear sawdust and debris; use a brush or compressed air.

16.Replacement parts. Use only Powermatic or factory authorized replacement parts and accessories; otherwise the warranty and guarantee is null and void.

17.Misuse. Do not use this Powermatic open- end sander for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, Powermatic disclaims

any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury or damage which may result from that use.

18.If you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of wide belt sanders, obtain advice from your supervisor, instructor or other qualified person.

19.Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate this machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.

20.Health hazards. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

•Lead from lead-based paint.

•Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products.

•Arsenic and chromium from chemically- treated lumber.

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 specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:

This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or possible machine damage.

This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious injury or possibly even death.

4.0About this manual

This manual is provided by Powermatic, covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Powermatic Model 1632 Open-End Sander. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. Your machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble-free operation if used in accordance with the instructions as set forth in this document.

If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or Powermatic. Powermatic can also be reached at our web site: www.powermatic.com.

Retain this manual for future reference. If the machine transfers ownership, the manual should accompany it.

Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting assembly or operation! Failure to comply may cause serious injury!

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