American Sanders EZ-8 Drum Sander - Manual (Page 3)

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Clarke ® American Sanders Operator's Manual (EN) - EZ-8 Sander - 3 -
DANGER: Failure to read the Operator’s Manual before operating or servicing this sanding equip-
ment could result in injury to the operator or to bystanders and could cause damage to
the equipment. Read and observe all safety statements found in this manual and on the
sanding equipment. Make sure all labels, decals, warnings, cautions and instructions are
fastened to the equipment. Replace any that are damaged or missing. You must have
training in the operation of this equipment before using it. If the operator is unable to
read this manual, have it explained fully before they attempt to use this equipment.
DANGER: Sanding/finishing wood floors can create an environment that can be explosive. The fol-
lowing safety procedures must be adhered to:
• 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.
• 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
equipment can cause flammable material and vapors to burn. Read the manufactur-
er’s label on all chemicals used to determine combustibility. Keep the work area well
ventilated.
• Spontaneous combustion or an explosion can occur when working with sanding dust.
The sanding dust can self-ignite and cause injury or damage. Sanding dust should
be disposed of properly. Always empty the sanding dust into a metal container that is
located outside of any building(s).
• Remove the contents of the dust bag when the bag is 1/3 full. Remove the contents of
the dust bag each time you finish using the equipment. Never leave a dust bag unat-
tended with sanding dust in it.
• Do not empty the contents of the dust bag into a fire.
• 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.
OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER means: Severe bodily injury or death can occur to you or other personnel if the DANGER
statements found on this machine or in this Operator’s Manual are ignored or are
not adhered to. Read and observe all DANGER statements found in this Opera-
tor’s Manual and on your machine.
WARNING means: Injury can occur to you or to other personnel if the WARNING statements found
on your machine or in this Operator’s Manual are ignored or are not adhered to.
Read and observe all WARNING statements found in this Operator’s Manual and
on your machine.
CAUTION means: Damage can occur to the machine or to other property if the CAUTION state-
ments found on your machine or in this Operator’s Manual are ignored or are not
adhered to. Read and observe all CAUTION statements found in this Operator’s
Manual and on your machine.