These safety instructions can’t possibly warn of every scenario that may arise with this tool,
so always make sure to stay alert and use common sense during operation.
DRYWALL SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
Do not let comfort or familiarity with the product replace strict adherence to product safety rules.
Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury.
KICKBACK AND RELATED WARNINGS
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged
rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any other acces-
sory. Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of the
rotating accessory which in turn causes the uncontrolled
power tool to be forced in the direction opposite of the
accessory’s rotation at the point of the binding.
Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or in-
correct operating procedures or conditions and can be
avoided by taking proper precautions as given below.
1. Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position
your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces.
Always use auxiliary handle, if provided, for maximum
control over kickback or torque reaction during start-up.
The operator can control torque reactions or kickback
forces, if proper precautions are taken.
2. Never place your hand near the rotating accessory.
The accessory may kickback over your hand.
3. Do not position your body in the area where power
tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback will propel
the tool in the direction opposite to the wheel’s move-
ment at the point of snagging.
4. Use special care when working corners, sharp edges
etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the accessory. Cor-
ners, sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to snag
the rotating accessory and cause loss of control or kick-
back.
VIBRATION SAFETY
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or long-term
exposure to vibration may cause temporary or perma-
nent physical injury, particularly to the hands, arms and
shoulders. To reduce the risk of vibration-related inju-
ries:
1. First be examined by a doctor and then have regular
medical check-ups to ensure medical problems are not
being caused or worsened from using this tool. People
who are pregnant, have impaired blood circulation to the
hand, past hand injuries, nervous system disorders, dia-
betes, or Raynaud’s disease should NOT use this tool.
2. If you feel any symptoms related to vibration (such
as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers), stop
working and seek medical advice as soon as possible.
3. Wear suitable work gloves to reduce the effects of
vibration.
4. Hold the tool firmly enough to keep safe control of it,
but NOT too tightly. The risk associated with vibration is
increased when the gripping force is high. Let the tool
do the work.
5. Take vibration-free breaks during each day of work.
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