BEFORE USING THE SANDER
WARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause
serious, permanent injury, do not plug the sander in
untU the following steps are comp|eted.
- Assemblyand alignment. (See pages 7- 11}
=Learn the use and function ofthe ON-OFF switch.
backstop, belttracking knob,belt tension lever, work
tableand work table tiltlock knob. (Seepages t2-13)
Review and understand all safety instructions and
operating procedures inthis manual.
Review ofthe maintenance methods forthis sander.
(See pages 19 - 20)
BEFORE EACH USE:
Inspect your sander.
DISCONNECT THE SANDER. To avoid injury from
accidentalstarting, unplug the sander,turn the switchoff
and remove the switchkey before changingthe setup,
sanding disc or beltor adjusting anything.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Checkfor:
. alignmentof movingparts,
- bindingof moving pads,
•brokenparts,
•womparts that cause a gap largerthan 1/16"between
work support and sandingsurface,
sandingbelt narrowerthan 4 inches. Narrower belts
uncover parts that could trap yourfingers.
- wornor damaged electtic cords,
stable mounting, and
any other conditions that may affect the way the
sander works.
Ifany part is missing, bent,or broken inany way, or any
electrical parts don't work properly, turnthe sander off
and unplug the sander. REPLACE damaged, missing,
or failed parts before using the sanderagain.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep the sander cleanfor best and safestperformance.
Followinstructions for lubricating.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES from
tool before turning iton.
To avoid Injury from jams, slips or thrown pieces.
USEONLY RECOMMENDEDACCESSORIES. (See
page 21) Consult this Owner's manual for recom-
mended accessories. Follow the instnJctions that
come with the accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injuryto persons.
Adjust any worksupport to clear the sanding surface
by no more than 1/16of an inch. When checking
clearance between the belt and work support, press
the beltflat against the metal beneath it.
-Make sureall clamps andlocks aretightand noParts
have excessive play.
KEEP WORK AREA CI'EAN. Cluttered areas and
benches inviteaccidents. Floor must notbe slippery.
To avoid bums or other fire damage, never use the
sander near flammable liquids, vapors or gases.
PLAN AHEAD TO PROTECT YOUR EYES,HANDS, FACE, EARS
KNOW YOUR SANDER. Read and understand the
owner's manual and labelsaffixed to the tool. Learn its
application and limitations as well as the specific poten-
tial hazards peculiar to this tool.
To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving
parts:
-KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and inworking order.
-Don't do layout, assembly, or setup work on the
sanderwhile any partsare moving.
- AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure switch
is "OFF" before plugging sander into a power outlet.
Plan your work.
USETHE RIGHTTOOL. Don't force tool or attachment
to do a job it was not designed to do.
CAUTION: This machine Is not designed for heavy
deburrlng operations. When finishing metals, sparks
or hot fragments could cause afire. To avoid this:
Disconnect any dust collecting hose from the
sander.
°Remove all traces of wood dust from inside the
sander.
•Remove all traces of metal dust from inside the
sander before sanding wood again.
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