Craftsman 172.27673 - Manual (Page 9)

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.
NOTE: Only those dust masks suitable for working with lead paint dust and fumes should
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6 usGQ. Ordinary painting masks do not offor this protoction. S gg your local hardwaro
dealer for the proper (NIOSH approved) mask.
• NO EATING, DRINKING OR SMOKING should be done in the work area to
prevent ingesting contaminated paint particles. Workers should wash and
clean up BEFORE eating, drinking or smoking. Articles of food, drink, or
smoking should NOT be left in the work area where contaminated dust would
settle on them.
• Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize the amount of dust
generated.
• Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed with plastic sheeting
of 4 mils thickness.
• Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking of paint dust outside
the work area.
• All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned daily
for the duration of the sanding project. Vacuum filter bags should be changed
frequently.
• Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed of along with any dust
chips or other removal debris. They should be placed in sealed refuse receptacles
and disposed of through regular trash pick-up procedures. During clean up,
children and pregnant women should be KEPT AWAY from the immediate work
area.
• All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by children should be washed
thoroughly before being used again.
ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions.
Faiiure to foiiow ali instructions iisted beiow may resuit in eiectric shock, fire
and/or serious personai injury.
1. Know your power tooi. Read operator’s manuai carefuiiy. Learn the applications and
limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule
will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injury.
2. ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this tool. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.
3. PROTECT your lungs. Wear a face mask or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
4. PROTECT your hearing. Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use.
Under some conditions noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
5. ALL VISTORS AND BYSTANDERS MUST wear the same safety equipment that the
operator of the tool wears.