AGP Intex Giraffe GHOST Operation Manual page 4

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow
the warnings and instruction may result in electric shock, fire and or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term power tool in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-
operated (cordless) power tool.
• This power tool is intended to function as a sander. Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and
specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
• Operations such as grinding, wire brushing, or for polishing and cut-off are not recommended to be performed
with this power tool. Operations for which the power tool was not designed may create a hazard and cause
personal injury.
• Do not use accessories which are not specifically designed and recommended by the tool manufacturer.
Just because the accessory can be attached to your power tool, it does not assure safe operation.
• The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the power tool.
Accessories running faster than their rated speed can break and fly apart.
• The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory must be within the capacity rating of your power tool.
Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be adequately guarded or controlled.
• Threaded mounting of accessories must match the grinder spindle thread. For accessories mounted by flanges,
the arbour hole of the accessory must fit the locating diameter of the flange. Accessories that do not match the
mounting hardware of the power tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively and may cause loss of control.
• Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use inspect the accessory such as abrasive wheels for chips and
cracks, backing pad for cracks, tear or excess wear, wire brush for loose or cracked wires. If power tool
or accessory is dropped, inspect for damage or install an undamaged accessory. After inspecting and installing an
accessory, position yourself and bystanders away from the plane of the rotating accessory and run the power tool
at maximum no-load speed for one minute. Damaged accessories will normally break apart during this test time.
• Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on application, use face shield, safety goggles or safety glasses
As appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing protectors, gloves and shop apron capable of stopping small abrasive or
work-piece fragments. The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris generated by various
operations. The dust mask or respirator must be capable of filtrating particles generated by your operation.
Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
• Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area. Anyone entering the work area must wear personal
protective equipment. Fragments of work-piece or of a broken accessory may fly away and cause injury beyond
immediate area of operation.
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory
may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool "live" and shock the operator.
• Position the cord clear of the spinning accessory. If you lose control, the cord may be cut or snagged and your hand
or arm may be pulled into the spinning accessory.
• Never lay the power tool down until the accessory has come to a complete stop. The spinning accessory may grab
the surface and pull the power tool out of your control.
• Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your side. Accidental contact with the spinning accessory could snag
your clothing, pulling the accessory into your body.
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Regularly clean the power tool's air vents. The motor's fan will draw the dust inside the housing and excessive
accumulation of powdered metal may cause electrical hazards.
• Do not operate the power tool near flammable materials. Sparks could ignite these materials.
• Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants. Using water or other liquid coolants may result in
electrocution or shock.
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Kickback & Related Warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any other accessory.
Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating accessory which in turn causes the uncontrolled power tool
to be forced in the direction opposite of the accessory's rotation at the point of the binding. For example, if an abrasive
wheel is snagged or pinched by the work-piece, the edge of the wheel that is entering into the pinch point can dig into
the surface of the material causing the wheel to climb out or kick out. The wheel may either jump toward or away
from the operator, depending on direction of the wheel's movement at the point of pinching. Abrasive wheels may also
break under these conditions. Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or
conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below.
• Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces.
Always use auxiliary handle, if provided, for maximum control over kickback or torque reaction during start-up.
The operator can control torque reactions or kickback forces, if proper precautions are taken.
• Never place your hand near the rotating accessory. Accessory may kickback over your hand.
• Do not position your body in the area where power tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback will propel the tool in
direction opposite to the wheel's movement at the point of snagging.
• Use special care when working corners, sharp edges etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the accessory. Corners,
sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to snag the rotating accessory and cause loss of control or kickback.
• Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade or toothed saw blade. Such blades create frequent kickback
and loss of control.
SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR SANDING:
Do not use excessively oversized sanding disc paper. Follow manufacturers recommendations,
when selecting sanding paper. Larger sanding paper extending beyond the sanding pad
presents a laceration hazard and may cause snagging, tearing of the disc or kickback.
Functional Description
This Electric Drywall Sander is specially designed for the most efficient sanding of drywall or plaster walls and
ceilings for both new construction and renovation work. It is designed to work in conjunction with a vacuum cleaner
for minimum dust and best sanding results. The pivoting sanding head allows excellent results with minimum time
and effort.
Electrical Connection
The network voltage must be within the voltage range indicated on the tool name plate. Under no circumstances
should the tool be used when the power supply cable is damaged. A damaged cable must be replaced immediately by
an authorized Customer Service Center. Do not try to repair the damaged cable yourself. The use of damaged power
cables can lead to an electric shock.
Extension Cable
If an extension cable is required, it must have a sufficient cross-section so as to prevent an excessive drop in voltage
or overheating. An excessive drop in voltage reduces the output and can lead to failure of the motor.
Unpacking
Carefully remove the tool and all loose items from the shipping container.
Retain all packing materials until after you have inspected and satisfactorily operated the machine.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand operator's manual.
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