SPINDLE SANDER

1. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION (safety glasses or a face shield).

2. READ and understand instruction MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING SANDER.

3. If you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of the spindle sander, OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor or other qualified person.

4. MAKE SURE WIRING codes and recommended electrical connections are followed and that machine is properly grounded.

5. DO NOT OPERATE while UNDER the INFLUENCE of drugs, alcohol and medication.

6. REMOVE any LOOSE CLOTHING like ties, rings, watches, jewelry and Roll up sleeves.

7. MAKE all ADJUSTMENTS with the POWER OFF.

8. NEVER WEAR GLOVES or hold the work with a rag when sanding.

9. DO NOT SAND PIECES of material that are TOO SMALL to be safely supported.

10. ALWAYS CLEAN AREA by removing scrap pieces and other objects from the table, before turning the machine on.

11. NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, assembly or set-up work on the table while the SANDER is ON.

12. HOLD the WORK FIRMLY when sanding. (Provide additional support and clamp if necessary)

13. ALWAYS TURN the machine OFF and disconnect the cord from the power source before installing or removing accessories.

14. SHUT OFF power and CLEAN the sander and work area before leaving

15. AVOID AWKWARD HAND POSTIONS where a sudden slip could cause a hand to move into the sanding spindle.

16. NEVER LEAVE the machine work AREA WHEN the power is ON or before the, machine has come to a complete stop.

17. DISCONNECT machine from power source when making REPAIRS.

18. ONE OPERATOR using machine at a time.

19. This Sander is intended for INDOOR USE only.

20. KEEP FINGERS away from rotating sanding DRUM.

21. MAKE SURE sanding DRUM is NOT DAMAGED and is properly secured on the spindle before operating

22. MAKE SURE WORK piece is CLEAR of sanding drum BEFORE turning unit ON

23. NEVER USE machine FOR WET SANDING which can create hazard of electrical shock.

24. KEEP TABLE INSERT IN PLACE. Use correctly sized insert for each sanding sleeve. Main-tain minimum clearance opening to keep fingers from
being pinched or work piece being pulled down.

25. ALWAYS FEED work piece AGAINST the direction of the sanding DRUM ROTATION.

26. WHEN INSTALLING sanding DRUM, washers, etc., be sure they are tight with NO EXCESSIVE PLAY.

27. GUARDS should be IN PLACE and used at all times.

28. USE FACE OR DUST MASK.  WARNING: The dust generated by certain woods and wood products can be injurious to your health. ALWAYS OPERATE machinery in WELL-VENTILATED AREAS and provide for proper dust removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever possible. Sanding of Lead-based paint is not recommended.

29. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was designed.

30. DO NOT sand near flammable liquids, vapors, or gases.

31. PROTECT YOUR EARS. Wear proper hearing protection.