Black & Decker KA160-XE, Original Instructions Manual

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Intended use

Your Black & Decker sander has been designed for sanding 

and polishing wood, metal, plastics and painted surfaces. 

This tool is intended for consumer use only.

Safety instructions

General power tool safety warnings

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Warning! Read all safety warnings and all 

instructions.

 Failure to follow the warnings and 

instructions listed below may result in electric shock, 

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term "power tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers 

to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery 

operated (cordless) power tool.

1. Work area safety

a. Keep work area clean and well lit.

 Cluttered or dark 

areas invite accidents.

b. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, 

or dust.

 Power tools create sparks which may ignite the 

dust or fumes.

c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating 

a power tool.

 Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2. Electrical safety

a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify 

the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs 

with earthed (grounded) power tools.

and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded 

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and 

refrigerators.

 There is an increased risk of electric shock 

if your body is earthed or grounded.

c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of 

electric shock.

d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, 

pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away 

from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.

 Damaged 

or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an 

extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

 Use of a cord 

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

f. If operating a power tool in a damp location is 

unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) 

protected supply.

 Use of an RCD reduces the risk of 

electric shock.

3. Personal safety

a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common 

sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power 

alcohol or medication.

 A moment of inattention while 

operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

b.  Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye 

protection.

 Protective equipment such as dust mask, 

non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection 

used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in 

the off-position before connecting to power source 

and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.

energising power tools that have the switch on invites 

accidents.

d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning 

the power tool on.

 A wrench or a key left attached to a 

rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at 

all times.

 This enables better control of the power tool in 

unexpected situations.

f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. 

Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving 

parts.

 Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught 

in moving parts.

g. If devices are provided for the connection of dust 

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are 

connected and properly used.

 Use of dust collection can 

reduce dust-related hazards.

4. Power tool use and care

a. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power 

tool for your application.

 The correct power tool will do 

the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it 

on and off.

 Any power tool that cannot be controlled with 

the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

c. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the 

battery pack from the power tool before making any 

adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power 

tools.

 Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of 

starting the power tool accidentally.

d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and 

do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or 

these instructions to operate the power tool.

 Power 

tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or 

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any 

other condition that may affect the power tools 

operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired 

before use.

 Many accidents are caused by poorly 

maintained power tools.