Sanding Tool Safety; Polisher Safety - GMC POL1300 Handbuch

Sanding Tool Safety

• Before connecting the tool to a power source, ensure that the voltage
supply matches that specified on the rating plate of the tool
• Always wear appropriate protective equipment, including dust mask
(suitable for very fine particulates), safety goggles and ear defenders
• Ensure all people in the vicinity of the work area are also equipped with
suitable personal protective equipment
• 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
• Do not sand magnesium or alloys containing a high percentage
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of magnesium
• 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
• 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
• Whenever possible, use a vacuum dust extraction system to control dust
and waste
• 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
• 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
• Do not touch the moving sanding paper
• Always switch off before you put the sander down
• Always unplug the sander from the mains power supply before changing or
replacing sandpaper
• 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 machine
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