Additional Safety Information - Craftsman CMCW211 Instruction Manual


WARNING: Do not use dust bag or vacuum when
sanding metal. Sparks could ignite flammable
material inside.

WARNING: Fire hazard. Collected sanding dust from
sanding surface coatings (polyurethane, linseed oil,
etc.) can self‑ignite in sander dust bag or elsewhere
and cause fire. To reduce risk, empty bag frequently
and strictly follow sander manual and coating
manufacturer's instructions.

WARNING: Fire hazard. When sanding wood that
could contain nails, or when sanding metal surfaces,
do not use the dust bag or a vacuum cleaner because
sparks are generated. Wear safety glasses and a dust
mask. Due to the danger of fire, do not use your belt
sander to sand magnesium surfaces. Do not use for
wet sanding.
• Do not operate this tool for long periods of time.
Vibration caused by the operating action of this tool may
cause permanent injury to fingers, hands, and arms. Use
gloves to provide extra cushion, take frequent rest periods,
and limit daily time of use.
• Sanding of lead-based paint, chemically pressure
treated lumber or other materials that may contain
carcinogens is not recommended. Sanding of these
materials should only be performed by a professional.
• ALWAYS disconnect tool from the power source
before changing abrasive belts. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power
tool accidentally.
• ALWAYS maintain a firm grip with both hands on the
belt sander handles to prevent loss of control.
• ALWAYS keep fingers away from the moving belt
and areas where the belt enters the housing to avoid
severe abrasion.
• Do not operate belt sander without all guards and
covers securely in place.
• To avoid injury, do not use this tool in a stand that
would invert it for use as a stationary belt sander. This
tool is not made for that application.
Specific Safety Warnings and
Instructions: Sanders
Sanding Lead‑Based Paint
Sanding of lead‑based paint is NOT RECOMMENDED due
to the difficulty of controlling the contaminated dust.
The greatest danger of lead poisoning is to children and
pregnant women.
Since it is difficult to identify whether or not a paint contains
lead without a chemical analysis, we recommend the
following precautions when sanding any paint:
Personal safety
• No children or pregnant women should enter the work
area where the paint sanding is being done until all
clean‑up is completed.
• A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons
entering the work area. The filter should be replaced daily
or whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing.
nOTE: Only those dust masks suitable for working with lead
paint dust and fumes should be used. Ordinary painting
masks do not offer this protection. See your local hardware
dealer for the proper (NIOSH approved) mask.
• NO EATING, DRINKING or SMOKING should be done in
the work area to prevent ingesting contaminated paint
particles. Workers should wash and clean up BEFORE
eating, drinking or smoking. Articles of food, drink, or
smoking should not be left in the work area where dust
would settle on them.
Environmental safety
• Paint should be removed in such a manner as to
minimize the amount of dust generated.
• Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed
with plastic sheeting of 4 mils thickness.
• Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking
of paint dust outside the work area.
Cleaning and Disposal
• All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed
and thoroughly cleaned daily for the duration of
the sanding project. Vacuum filter bags should be
changed frequently.
• Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed
of along with any dust chips or other removal debris.
They should be placed in sealed refuse receptacles and
disposed of through regular trash pick‑up procedures.
During clean‑up, children and pregnant women should
be kept away from the immediate work area.
• All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by children
should be washed thoroughly before being used again.

Additional Safety Information


WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of
it. Damage or personal injury could result.

WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED
SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals 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, and
• arsenic and chromium from
chemically‑treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
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