Sanding Tool Safety - GMC ROS150CF Manual

Sanding Tool Safety

• Before connecting the tool to a power source, ensure that the voltage supply matches that
specified on the rating plate of the tool
• Always wear appropriate protective equipment, including a dust mask with a minimum
FFP2 rating, safety goggles and ear defenders.
• Ensure all people in the vicinity of the work area are also equipped with suitable personal
protective equipment
• Take special care when sanding some woods (such as beech, oak, mahogany and teak),
as the dust produced is toxic and can cause extreme reactions
• Do not sand magnesium or alloys containing a high percentage of magnesium
• Be aware of paint finishes or treatments that may have been applied to the material that
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is being sanded. Many treatments can create dust that is toxic, or otherwise harmful.
If working on a building constructed prior to 1960, there is an increased chance of
encountering lead-based paints
• The dust produced when sanding lead-based paints is particularly hazardous to children,
pregnant women, and people with high blood pressure. Do not allow these people near to
the work area, even if wearing appropriate personal protective equipment
• Whenever possible, use a vacuum dust extraction system to control dust and waste
• Be especially careful when using a machine for both wood and metal sanding. Sparks
from metal can easily ignite wood dust. Always clean your machine thoroughly to reduce
the risk of fire
• Work surfaces and sandpaper can become very hot during use, if there is evidence of
burning (smoke or ash), from the work surface, stop and allow the material to cool. Do not
touch work surface or sandpaper until they have had time to cool
• Do not touch the moving sanding paper
• Always switch off before you put the sander down
• Always unplug the sander from the mains power supply before changing or replacing
sandpaper
• Even when this tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk
factors. If you are in any doubt as to safe use of this tool, do not use it
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