Safety Advice Relating Specifically To This Device - Parkside PDS 260 - MANUAL 4 Operating And Safety Instructions Manual

b) Do not use an electrical power tool if
its switch is defective. An electrical power
tool that can no longer be switched on and off
is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Pull the mains plug out of the socket
before you make any adjustments to
the device, change accessories or
when the device is put away. This pre-
caution is intended to prevent you from uninten-
tionally starting the device.
d) When not in use always ensure that
electrical power tools are kept out of
reach of children. Do not let anyone
use the device if he or she is not fa-
miliar with it or has not read the
instructions and advice. Electrical power
tools are dangerous when they are used by inex-
perienced people.
e) Look after the device carefully. Check
that moving parts are working prop-
erly and move freely. Check for any
parts that are broken or damaged
enough to detrimentally affect the
functioning of the device. Have dam-
aged parts repaired before you use
the device. Many accidents have their ori-
gins in poorly maintained electrical power
tools.
f) Use the electrical power tool, acces-
sories, inserted tools etc. in accord-
ance with these instructions and
advice, and the stipulations drawn
up for this particular type of device.
In doing this, take into account the
working conditions and the task in
hand. The use of electrical power tools for
purposes other than those intended can lead to
dangerous situations.
Safety advice relating
specifically to this device
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Securely support the workpiece. Use clamps or
a vice to grip the workpiece firmly. This is much
safer than holding it in your hand.
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Never support yourself by placing your hands
General safety advice
near or in front of the device or the workpiece
surface. A slip can result in injury.
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If a dangerous situation arises, pull the mains
plug immediately out of the mains socket.
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Always work with the mains lead leading
away from the rear of the device.
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DaNGEr oF FIrE FroM FLyING
SParKS! Abrading metal creates flying
sparks. For this reason, always make sure that
nobody is placed in any danger and that there
are no inflammable materials near the working
area.
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WarNING!
Any harmful / noxious dusts generated from
sanding represent a risk to the health of the
person operating the device and to anyone
near the work area.
Wear protective glasses and a dust
mask!
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When sanding wood and in particular when work-
ing on materials that give rise to dusts that are
hazardous to health, the sander must be connect-
ed to a suitable external dust extraction device.
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Ensure that there is adequate ventilation when
working on plastic, paint, varnish etc.
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Do not soak the materials or the surface you
are about to work on with liquids containing
solvents.
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Do not abrade moistened materials or damp
surfaces.
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Avoid sanding paints containing lead or other
substances hazardous to health.
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Do not work on materials containing asbestos.
Asbestos is a known carcinogen.
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Avoid contact with the moving sanding sheet.
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Operate the device only with an attached
sanding sheet.
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Never use the device for a purpose for which it
was not intended nor with non-original parts /
accessories. The use of tools or accessories
other than those recommended in the operat-
ing instructions could lead to you suffering an
injury.
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Switch the device off and allow it to come to a
standstill before you put it down.
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Always keep the device clean, dry and free of
oil or grease.
NoxIoUS FUMES!
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