PowerTec BD4800, Owner'S Manual

SAFETY RULES

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     WARNING

For your own safety, read and understand all warnings 
and operating instructions before using any tool or 
equipment.

     WARNING

Your Powertec belt/disc sander is designed and 
engineered to sand wood or wood products. Sanding of 
steel or other ferrous  materials is a fire hazard and could 
damage your sander.

     WARNING

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, 
drilling and other construction activities contains chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth 
defects or other reproductive harm. 
Some examples of these chemicals are: 
 

•  Lead from lead-based paints. 

•   Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other 

masonry products. 

•   Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lum-

ber. 

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how 
often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to 
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area and work 
with approved safety equipment. Always wear OSHA/
NIOSH approved, properly fitting face mask or respirator 
when using such tools. 

     WARNING

Always follow proper operating procedures as defined 
in this manual even if you are familiar with use of this or 
similar tools. Remember that being careless for even a 
fraction of a second can result in severe personal injury.

WORK PREPARATION 

•  Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing gloves, 

neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which may get 
caught in moving parts of the tool. 

•  Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. 
•  Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles. 
•  Wear safety glasses complying with United States ANSI 

Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only impact resistant 
lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. 

•  Wear face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty. 
•  Be alert and think clearly. Never operate power tools 

when tired, intoxicated or when taking medications that 
cause drowsiness. 

WORK AREA PREPARATION 

•  Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas invite ac-

cidents. 

•  Do not use power tools in dangerous environments. Do 

not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Do not 
expose power tools to rain. 

•  Work area should be properly lit. 

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SAFETY RULES

•  Proper electrical receptacle should be available for tool. 

Three-prong plug should be plugged directly into prop-
erly grounded, three-prong receptacle.

•  Extension cords should have a grounding prong and the 

three wires of the extension cord should be of the cor-
rect gauge. 

•  Keep visitors at a safe distance from work area. 
•  Keep children out of the work area. Ensure your work 

shop is child-proof. Use padlocks, master switches or 
remove switch keys to prevent any unintentional use o 
power tools.

TOOL MAINTENANCE 

•  Always unplug tool prior to inspection. 
•  Consult manual for specific maintaining and adjusting 

procedures. 

•  Keep tool lubricated and clean for a safe operation. 
•  Remove adjusting tools. Form habit of checking to 

see adjusting tools or accessories are removed before 
switching tool on. 

•  Keep all parts in working order. Check to determine that 

guard or other parts will operate properly and perform  
their intended function. 

•  Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of mov-

ing parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any other 
condition that may affect tool’s operation. 

•  A guard or any other part that is damaged should be 

properly repaired or replaced. Do not perform makeshift 
repairs. 

TOOL OPERATION 

•  Use the right tool for your job. Do not force your 
  tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not 
 designed. 
•  Disconnect tool when changing sanding sheets/belts. 
•  Avoid accidental start-up. Make sure that the tool is in 

the “OFF” position before plugging in.

•  Do not force tool. It will work most efficiently at the rate 

for which it was designed. Keep hands away from mov-
ing parts and sanding surfaces. 

•  Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the power off 

and do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop. 

•  Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance. 
•  Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if tool is 

tipped or if sanding surface is unintentionally contacted. 

•  Know your tool. Learn the tool’s operation, application 

and specific limitations before using it. 

•  Use recommended accessories. Use of improper acces-

sories may cause risk of injury to persons. 

•  Handle workpiece correctly. Protect hands from possible 

injury. 

•  Turn tool off if it jams. The motor may jam if too much 

pressure is applied on the sanding surface.

•  Support workpiece with mitre gauge, belt platen or work-

table.

•  Maintain 1/16" (1.5 mm) maximum clearance between 
   table and sanding belt or disc.