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WORK AREA
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Keep work area clean,
free of clutter and well lit.
Cluttered and dark work areas can cause
accidents.
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Do not use your air sander where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion;
e.g.
in the presence of flammable liquids, gasses, or dust. Air sanders create sparks, which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
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Keep children and bystanders
away while operating an air sander. Distractions can cause
you to lose control, so visitors should remain at a safe distance from the work area. Do not
let them handle machines, air sanders, extension cords, or air hoses.
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Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits,
water pipes and other mechanical
hazards in your work area, particularly those hazards below the work surface hidden from
the operator’s view that may be unintentionally contacted and may cause personal harm or
property damage.
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Be alert of your surroundings.
Using an air sander in confined work areas may put you
dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
PERSONAL SAFETY
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Stay alert,
watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating an air sander.
Do not use an air sander while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating air sanders may result in serious
personal injury.
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Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided.
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Use safety apparel and equipment.
Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
which comply with current national standards, or when needed, a face shield. Use as dust
mask in dusty work conditions. This applies to all persons in the work area. Also use
non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, gloves, dust collection systems, and hearing protection
when appropriate.
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Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or
across running machines or air hoses.
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Remove adjusting keys or wrenches
before connecting to the power supply or turning on
the air sander. A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the air sander may
result in personal injury.
PNEUMATIC AIR SANDER USE AND CARE
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Do not force the air sander.
Pneumatic air sanders do a better and safer job when used in
the manner for which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct air sander for
the job.
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Never use an air sander
with a malfunctioning switch.
Any air sander that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired by an authorized service
representative before using.
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Disconnect air supply
from the air sander and place the switch in the locked or off position
before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing air sanders.
Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the air sander accidentally.
