f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment
such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the OFF-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools
with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch ON invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool ON. A wrench or a key
left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.
h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent
and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a
second.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it ON and OFF. Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool's
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power
tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in
unexpected situations.
5) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Sanding Tool Safety
WARNING: Hold the power tool by insulated handles or gripping surfaces only, because the
sanding belt/sheet may contact its own cord. Cutting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of
the power tool 'live' and could give the operator an electric shock.
WARNING: Use clamps or another practical way to secure the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the workpiece by hand or against the body makes it unstable and may lead to loss of
control .
a . ALWAYS wear appropriate protective equipment, including a dust mask with a minimum
FFP2 rating, eye protection and ear defenders
b . Ensure all people in the vicinity of the work area are also equipped with suitable personal
protective equipment
c . Take special care when sanding some woods (such as beech, oak, mahogany and teak), as
the dust produced is toxic and can cause extreme reactions
d . NEVER use to process any materials containing asbestos. Consult a qualified professional, if
you are uncertain whether an object contains asbestos
e . DO NOT sand magnesium or alloys containing a high percentage of magnesium
DIY 1200W Sander Polisher 180mm
f . Be aware of paint finishes or treatments that may have been applied to the material that
is being sanded. Many treatments can create dust that is toxic, or otherwise harmful. If working
on a building constructed prior to 1960, there is an increased chance of encountering lead-based
paints
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 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 tool
Product Familiarisation
1
Spindle
2
Spindle Lock Button
3
Front Handle
4
Speed Control Dial
5
Lock-On Button
6
Rear Handle
7
ON/OFF Trigger Switch
8
Hook & Loop Backing Pad
9
Hook & Loop Polishing Bonnet
10 Hook & Loop Sanding Disc
11 Brush Access Plugs
Included Accessories:
1 x Hex Key
Intended Use
• Multi-purpose rotary polishing tool, used for light to medium duty polishing and sanding tasks,
using suitable polishing bonnets, compounds and hook and loop sanding discs
Unpacking your Tool
• Carefully unpack and inspect your tool. Fully familiarise yourself with all its features and
functions
• Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition . If any parts are missing or
damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool
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