Polisher Safety - GMC GPOL1200 Manual

g. The dust produced when sanding lead-based paints is particularly hazardous
to children, pregnant women, and people with high blood pressure. DO
NOT allow these people near to the work area, even if wearing appropriate
personal protective equipment
h. Whenever possible, use a vacuum dust extraction system to control dust and
waste
i. Be especially careful when using a machine for both wood and metal
sanding. Sparks from metal can easily ignite wood dust. ALWAYS clean your
machine thoroughly to reduce the risk of fire
j. Empty the dust bag or container frequently during use, before taking breaks
and after completion of sanding. Dust may be an explosion hazard. DO NOT
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throw sanding dust into an open fire. Spontaneous combustion may occur
when oil or water particles come into contact with dust particles. Dispose of
waste materials carefully and in accordance with local laws and regulations.
k. Work surfaces and sandpaper can become very hot during use. If there is
evidence of burning (smoke or ash), from the work surface, stop and allow
the material to cool. DO NOT touch work surface or sandpaper until they
have had time to cool
l. DO NOT touch the moving sandpaper
m. ALWAYS switch off before you put the sander down
n. DO NOT use for wet sanding. Liquids entering the motor housing can cause
severe electric shocks
o. ALWAYS unplug the sander from the mains power supply before changing or
replacing sandpaper
p. Even when this tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all
residual risk factors. If you are in any doubt as to safe use of this tool, do not
use it

Polisher Safety

• DO NOT use this polisher as an angle grinder
• ALWAYS read and understand all information supplied with polishing pastes
before use
• DO NOT smoke, eat, or drink when using this polisher
• NEVER attach any accessory with a maximum speed lower than the no load
speed of the machine
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