SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR RANDOM ORBIT SANDER
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
13. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force a small tool or attachment to do the
work of a larger industrial tool. Don't use a tool for a purpose for which it was
not intended.
14. DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear loose clothing or jewelry; they can be
caught in moving parts. Protective, non-electrically conductive gloves and
non-skid footwear are recommended when working. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep it from harm.
15. USE EYE PROTECTION. Use a full-face mask if the work you're doing
produces metal filings, dust or wood chips. Goggles are acceptable in other
situations. Wear a clean dust mask if the work involves creating a lot of fine
or coarse dust.
16. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work. It's safer than using
your hands and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
17. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not
reach over or across machines that are running.
18. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and safe performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles
dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
19. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure the switch is in the OFF posi-
tion before plugging in.
20. ALWAYS CHECK AND MAKE SURE TO REMOVE ANY ADJUSTING
KEYS OR WRENCHES before turning the tool on. Left attached, these parts
can fly off a rotating part and result in personal injury.
21. DO NOT USE THE TOOL IF IT CANNOT BE SWITCHED ON OR OFF.
Have your tool repaired before using it.
22. DISCONNNECT THE PLUG FROM POWER BEFORE MAKING ANY
ADJUSTMENTS. Changing attachments or accessories can be dangerous if
the tool could accidentally start.
23. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing & use common sense. Don't oper-
ate any tool when you are tired.
24. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this tool, any part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate prop-
erly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mountings, and other conditions
that may affect its operation. Inspect screws and tighten any ones that are
loose. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service centre unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in the in-
struction manual. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service
centre. Don't use the tool if switch does not turn it on and off properly.
25. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts.
26. SERVICE AND REPAIRS should be made by qualified repair technicians at
an authorized repair centre. Improperly repaired tools could cause serious
shock or injury
= ALWAYS CHECK THE SPEED RATING OF ACCESSORIES. This tool will
spin accessories at 12,000 rpm. Accessories not rated for speeds this high
will very likely fly apart and could cause serious injury.
WARNING! The warnings, cautions and instructions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the
operator.
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