Belt Sander Safety Warnings - Wen 20418 Instruction Manual

WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and
the warning labels.
WARNING! EXTREME CAUTION REQUIRED WHEN SANDING PAINT. The dust residue may contain LEAD,
which is poisonous. Exposure to even low levels of lead can cause irreversible brain and nervous system dam-
age, to which young and unborn children are particularly vulnerable. Any pre-1960s building may have paint
containing lead on wood or metal surfaces that has since been covered with additional layers of paint. Lead-
based paints should only be removed by a professional and should not be removed using a sander. If you sus-
pect that paint on surfaces contains lead, please seek professional advice.
WARNING! USE A FACE MASK AND DUST COLLECTION. Some wood and wood type products, such as MDF
(Medium Density Fiberboard), can produce dust that can be hazardous to your health. We recommend the use of
a dust extraction system and an approved face mask with replaceable filters when using this machine.
BELT SANDER SAFETY
1. Two-Hand Operation. This machine requires the use
of two hands to ensure safe operation.
2. Maintaining a Stable Stance. Ensure proper balance
when using the tool. Do not stand on ladders and step
ladders during operation. If the machine is to be used on
a higher and otherwise unreachable surface, a suitable
and stable platform or scaffold tower with hand rails and
kick boards should be used.
3. Preparing the Workpiece. Check the workpiece for
any protruding nails, screw heads or anything else that
could tear or damage the belt.
4. Securing the Workpiece. Never hold the workpiece in
your hand or across your legs. Secure small workpieces
to prevent the rotating belt from picking them up dur-
ing forward motion. An unstable or improperly-secured
workpiece could cause the belt to bind, resulting in a
loss of control and possible injury.
5. Holding the Sander. Keep handles and hands dry,
clean and free from oil and grease. Only hold the power
tool by the insulated gripping surfaces in case the belt
contacts a cord. Cutting a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the tool "live" and could give the operator
an electric shock.
7. Sand on Dry Surfaces Only. This machine is to be
used for dry sanding only. Do not attempt to use for wet
sanding operations, as fatal electric shock may occur.
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BELT SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS

8. Starting the Sander. Always start the sander before
the sanding belt is in contact with the workpiece. Let the
sander reach full speed before using the tool. Do not
start the machine while it is in contact with the work-
piece.
9. Sanding the Workpiece. CAUTION! When the ma-
chine contacts the workpiece it will have a tendency to
grab and pull forward. Resist the forward motion and
keep the belt sander moving at an even pace. Never pull
the tool backwards over the workpiece. Sand in the direc-
tion of the grain whenever possible. Remove the sanding
dust between each grade of sanding sheet. Never leave
the machine unattended while it is still running.
10. Setting Down the Sander. Wait for the belt to stop
before setting the tool down. An exposed, rotating belt
may engage the surface, leading to possible loss of
control and serious injury. Always lay the sander on its
side to prevent accidents if the machine is inadvertently
started.
11. Unplug Your Sander. Ensure that the sander is
turned off and the battery is removed before servicing,
lubricating, making adjustments, changing accessories,
or replacing sanding belts. Accidental start-ups may oc-
cur during an accessory change if the battery is con-
nected. Before reconnecting the battery, check that the
machine is OFF.