General Safety Rules; Special Safety Rules For Belt Sanders - Clarke Woodworker CS6-9C Operating & Maintenance Manual

1. ALWAYS KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and
check they are not damaged.
2. ALWAYS REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Make a habit of checking
to see that all adjusting keys and
wrenches are removed from machine
before turning it on.
3. ALWAYS KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and work benches
invite accidents
4. ALWAYS KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All
visitors, but in particular children, should
be kept at a safe distance away from
the work area.
5. ALWAYS MAKE YOUR WORKSHOP
CHILDPROOF with padlocks, master
switches, or by removing starter keys.
6. ALWAYS WEAR THE PROPER APPAREL.
No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or any other jewellery which
might get caught in moving parts.
Non-slip footwear is recommended.
Long hair should be contained.
7. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
glasses only have impact resistant
lenses, they are not safety glasses. Also
use a face mask if a lot of dust is
generated.
8. ALWAYS KEEP A FIRM FOOTING and
proper balance at all times.... do not
overreach.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR SANDERS
1. ALWAYS wear eye protection
2. ALWAYS use the work stop or table
to support the workpiece.
ALWAYS
3. check to ensure the table and
sanding belt arm and attachments are
secure before starting.
WARNING! Use ONLY for sanding WOOD. DO NOT
or materials containing asbestos, painted surfaces, or materials which produce toxic
dust. Do not use for sanding magnesium as this produces a highly flammable dust.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

9. ALWAYS DISCONNECT FROM THE MAINS
before attempting any kind of service
work or adjustment or when changing
accessories such as grinding wheels.
10. ALWAYS MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best
and safest performance.
11. ALWAYS make sure switch is in the OFF
position before plugging in order to
reduce the risk of unintentional starting.
12. ALWAYS CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS.
Before using the machine, check parts
for signs of damage, and to ensure they are
secure. If a component suffers slight
damage, (eg. a distorted guard or
bracket), make sure it will perform its
intended function properly before switching
on. If in doubt, do not use the machine.
ALWAYS be prepared to SWITCH OFF
IMMEDIATELY, if you experience unusual
noises, or excessive vibration. Do not use the
machine until the fault is fully rectified.
13. NEVER FORCE YOUR Sander. It will do a
better and safer job if used at the rate for
which it was designed.
14. NEVER USE IN A DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENT. Do not use any power
tools in damp or wet areas, or expose
them to rain. Keep work area well lit.
4. ALWAYS
between table and sanding belt or disc.
ALWAYS
5.
that it cannot be ripped from your hands
ALWAYS
6.
direction of rotation of the disc or belt.
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maintain a clearance of 2mm
hold the workpiece firmly so
feed the workpiece against the
DO NOT USE for sanding asbestos,