Amano American Sanders FloorCrafter 8 Mode D'emploi page 11

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DANGER: Sanding/finishing wood floors can create an
environment that can be explosive. Cigarette
lighters, pilot lights, and any other source of
ignition can create an explosion when active
during a sanding session. All sources of
ignition should be extinguished or removed
entirely if possible from the work area.
DANGER: Work areas that are poorly ventilated can
create an explosive environment when
certain combustible materials are in the
atmosphere, i.e., solvents, thinners, alcohol,
fuels, certain finishes, wood dust and other
combustible materials. Floor sanding
machines can cause flammable material and
vapors to ignite. Read the manufacturer's
label on all chemicals used to determine
combustibility. Keep the work area well
ventilated.
DANGER: Sanding dust can self ignite and cause an
injury or damage. Remove the contents
of the dust bag each time you finish using
the machine. Always dispose of the dust
in a metal container located outside of the
building. Never leave a dust bag unattended
with sanding dust in it. Empty the contents
frequently. Do not empty the contents of the
dust bag into a fire.
DANGER: Hitting a nail while sanding can cause sparks
and create an explosion or fire. Always use
a hammer and punch to countersink all nails
before sanding floors.
Operating Instructions
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To operate the machine follow this procedure:
1. Before sanding, decide on best approach for sanding
desired area. If the floor is uneven, it may be necessary to
sand diagonally to the direction that the floor is laid. This
will help "pull" or stretch low and high spots in the floor
over a greater area, producing a flatter surface.
Preliminary cuts should be performed at angles
approximately 15° to the direction of the wood grain. Cut
direction should change on successive cuts with the final
cut performed in the direction of the wood grain. This will
minimize the tendency of waves to form and provide the
most even floor surface.
When sanding the area, work so that you are moving away
from where the cord set enters the room. This will help
to avoid entanglement with the cord set and eliminate the
need to move the cord set out of the way so frequently.
Work the area in a way that avoids interruption or
termination points (an end of pass.) Make long continuous
passes.
2. Swing cable arm to side of machine opposite the direction
you intend to work. Rotate elbow on dust pipe until
dust bag rests on motor. This will maintain balance and
sanding pressure as the dust bag fills. The machine
should be operated with the dust bag in this position
whenever possible.
3. If the operating belt (American Sanders PN 53560A) is
used, proceed as follows:
a. Position the operating belt around waist.
b. Cross the straps at the waist.
(See Figure 13)
c. Slide the belt loop end over the handle on the control
lever side. Adjust the length as needed.
d. Wrap the remaining strap around the opposite side of
the handle, and hold it in place with your hand.