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WARNING
For your own safety, read and understand all warnings
and operating instructions before using any tool or
equipment.
WARNING
The 1" belt sander can be used for processing wood and
metal products. However, combining both wood dust
and metal filings can create a FIRE HAZARD. Make
certain dust collector is free of wood dust deposits before
processing metal products.
WARNING
Some dust created by operation of power tool contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well
ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment.
Always wear OSHA/NIOSH approved, properly fitting face
mask or respirator when using such tools.
WARNING
Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal
injury. Remember that being careless for even a fraction
of a second can result in severe personal injury.
WORK PREPARATION
• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which
may get caught in moving parts of the tool.
• Nonslip protective footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Wear eye and hearing protection. Always use safety
glasses. Eye protection equipment should comply with
ANSI Z87.1 standards. Hearing equipment should
comply with ANSI S3.19 standards.
• Wear face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty.
• Be alert and think clearly. Never operate power tools
when tired, intoxicated or when taking medications that
cause drowsiness.
WORK AREA PREPARATION
• Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas and
benches invite accidents.
• Work area should be properly lighted.
• Do not use the machine in a dangerous environment.
The use of power tools in damp or wet locations or in
rain can cause shock or electrocution.
• Three-prong plug should be plugged directly into
properly grounded, three-prong receptacle.
• Use the proper extension cord. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. It should have
grounding prong and should be of the correct gauge.
• It should have a grounding prong and should be of the
correct gauge.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• Keep children and visitors away. Your shop is a
• Make your workshop childproof with padlocks, master
TOOL MAINTENANCE
• Turn the machine "OFF", and disconnect the machine
• Maintain all tools and machines in peak condition. Keep
• Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
• Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of
• Poorly maintained tools and machines can further
• Keep guards in place. A guard or any other part that
TOOL OPERATION
• Avoid accidental start-up. Make sure that the tool is in
• Use the right tool for your job. Do not force your tool or
• Use recommended accessories. Use of improper
• Disconnect tool when changing parts.
• Don't force the workpiece on the machine. Damage to
• Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the power off
• Do not overreach. Loss of balance can make you fall
• Never stand on tool. Injury could occur if the tool tips, or
• Know your tool. Learn the tool's operation, application
• Handle workpiece correctly. Keep hands away from
• Turn tool off if it jams.
• Always feed workpiece against the direction of the
Think safety! Safety is a combination of operator common
sense and alertness at all times when tool is being used.
Do not attempt to operate tool until it is completely
assembled according to the instructions.
potentially dangerous environment. Children and visitors
can be injured.
switches or remove switch keys to prevent any
unintentional use of power tools.
from the power source prior to inspection.
tools clean for best and safest performance.
accessories.
moving parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any
other condition that may affect tool's operation.
damage the tool or machine and/or cause injury.
is damaged should be repaired or replaced. Do not
perform makeshift repairs.
the "OFF" position before plugging in.
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
the machine and/or injury may result.
and do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
into a working machine, causing injury.
if you accidentally contact the cutting tool.
and specific limitations before using it.
moving parts.
sanding rotation. To maintain control, properly support
long or wide work-pieces.
CAUTION
WARNING
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
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