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• Moving to another work area.
• Passing the sander to another person.
13. Never use the sander if it is defective or operating abnormally.
14. Avoid damaging the sander by applying excessive force of any kind.
15. Always maintain the sander with care. Keep it clean for the best and safest
performance.
16. ALWAYS ensure the workpiece is firmly secured.
17. ALWAYS ensure the sander has stopped before putting it down after use.
18. ALWAYS ensure that any attachments are correctly fastened before
connecting the sander to the air supply.
19. Do not force or misuse the sander. It will do a better and safer job at the
rate for which it was designed.
20. Quick change couplings should not be located at the air tool. They add
weight and could fail due to vibration.
21. This tool vibrates with use. Vibration may be harmful to your hands or arms.
Stop using the tool if discomfort, a tingling feeling or pain occurs. Seek
medical advice before resuming use.
SANDER-SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
1. Inspect the sanding pad before use. Do not use if cracked or broken.
Check if possible, that the rated speed of the backing pad is at least as
high as that of the machine.
2. Avoid contact with the moving sanding pad and wear suitable gloves to
protect the hands.
3. Never start the sander unless the abrasive pad is applied to the workpiece.
4. Beware of potentially explosive atmospheres being caused by dust / fumes
resulting from sanding and use dust extraction systems where possible.
5. Always wear a face mask when using the sander as protection from
airborne particles of sanded material. Avoid disturbing existing dust and
minimise the scattering of dust in the workplace environment. Take steps to
control the dust at the point of emission.
TRANSPORTATION
1. Never carry the sander by the air supply hose.
2. Never carry the sander with your finger on the trigger.
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