Additional Specific Safety Rules - Porter-Cable 121 Instruction Manual

ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

1. Hold power tools 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.
2. Keep hands and body parts away from rotating spindle. Contact with
rotating spindle can cause severe cuts and abrasions.
3. Use proper safety equipment. Wear safety goggles to protect
your eyes, wear hearing protection to protect your ears, and wear a
protective mask to minimize breathing in the fine dust created while
sanding.
4. Sanding of lead-based paint is not recommended. Lead-based paint
should only be removed by a professional.
5. Always keep the base of the sander in contact with a secure
workpiece to prevent loss of control.
6. Do not operate Oscillating Sander without all guards and covers
securely in place.
7. Wear eye and hearing protection. Always use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. USE CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT.
Eye protection equipment should comply with ANSI Z87.1 standards.
Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI S3.19 standards.
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other airborne particles, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust
and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and body. Always
operate tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal.
Use dust collection system wherever possible. Exposure to the dust may
cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury, including silicosis
(a serious lung disease), cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the dust, and
avoid prolonged contact with dust. Allowing dust to get into your mouth
or eyes, or lay on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material.
Always use properly fitting NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection
appropriate for the dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap and
water.
Use of this tool can generate and disburse dust or
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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