Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for
your application. The correct tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it
"ON" or "OFF". Any tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power
source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.Store
idle tools out of reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting
tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
tools, with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control. Any
alteration or modification is a misuse and
may result in a dangerous condition.
Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tools
operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the
cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or
its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will
make exposed metal parts of the tool "live"
and shock the operator.
Unplug the sander before changing
accessories. Accidental start-ups may occur
if sander is plugged in while changing an
accessory.
If your tool is equipped with a dust bag,
empty it frequently and after completion
of sanding. Be extremely careful of dust
disposal, materials in fine particle form may
be explosive. Do not throw sanding dust on
an open fire. Spontaneous combustion, may
in time, result from mixture of oil or water
with dust particles.
Always wear eye protection and a dust
mask for dusty applications and when
Safety Rules for Orbital Sanders
caused by poorly maintained tools. Develop
a periodic maintenance schedule for your
tool.
Use
only
recommended by the manufacturer for
your model. Accessories that may be
suitable for one tool,
when used on another tool.
Tool service must be performed only by
qualified repair personnel. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified
personnel could result in a risk of injury. For
example: internal wires may be misplaced or
pinched, safety guard return springs may be
improperly mounted.
When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in
the Maintenance section of this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
Maintenance Instructions may create a risk
of electric shock or injury. Certain cleaning
agents
such
tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may damage
plastic parts.
sanding overhead. Sanding particles can be
absorbed by your eyes and inhaled easily
and may cause health complications.
Do not wet sand with this sander. Liquids
entering the motor housing are an electrical
shock hazard.
Do not use PSA pad on random orbit
sanders
whose
12,000/min. Exceeding the maximum
operating speed of pad may cause pad to
rupture or fly apart during use, striking user
or bystanders.
Do not use sandpaper intended for larger
sanding pads. Larger sandpaper will extend
beyond the sanding pad causing snagging,
tearing of the paper or kick-back. Extra paper
extending beyond the sanding pad can also
cause serious lacerations.
Be aware of the location and setting of
the Switch "Lock-ON" Button. If the switch
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accessories
may become hazardous
Service
as
gasoline,
speed
that
are
carbon
exceeds