Before freeing any jammed mate- rial:
•Turn switch “OFF”.
•Unplug the sander.
•Wait for all moving parts to stop.
Before Leaving The Sander
Turn switch off. Don’t leave tool until the unit comes to a complete stop.
Make workshop child-proof.
Remove the yellow switch key. Store it away from children and others not qualified to use the tool. Disconnect master switches. Lock the shop.
Precautions To Take When Sanding Metals
When sanding metals, sparks or hot fragments could cause a fire. To reduce the risk of this:
1.Disconnect any dust collecting hose from the sander.
2.Remove all traces of wood dust from inside the unit before sanding metals.
3.Remove all traces of metal dust from inside the unit before sanding wood again.
Precautions To Take When Sanding Paint
Sanding of lead based paint is not rec-
ommended. It is difficult to control the contaminated dust that could cause lead poisoning.
It is also difficult to identify whether or not a paint contains lead. Therefore, we rec- ommend the following precautions when sanding all paints:
1.Protect your lungs. Wear a dust mask or respirator at all times. Wear only dust masks that are suitable for working in lead paint sanding environments. Ordinary painting masks do not offer this protection.
2.Do not allow children or pregnant women to enter the work area until paint sanding job is complete and work area is clean.
3.To prevent ingesting contaminated paint particles: Do not eat, drink, or
smoke in a work area where paint is being sanded. After sanding paint, wash and clean up before eating, drink- ing or smoking. Do not leave food, drinks, or tobacco products in the work area where dust can settle on them.
4.Protect the environment when sanding paint. Use a dust collection system if possible. Seal the work area with plas- tic if necessary. Do not track paint dust outside the work area.
5.Thoroughly clean the work area upon completion of paint sanding project. If project lasts for an extended period of time, clean work area often. Items such as sanding dust, vacuum filter bags, plastic drop cloths, etc. should be placed in a sealed container and dis- posed of properly. Clean all items exposed to sanding dust.
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