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Residual Risks
In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations 
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks 
cannot be avoided. These are:
• Impairment ofhearing.
• Risk of personal injury due to flyingparticles.
Additional Safety Instructions for Sanders
• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, 
because the sanding surface may contact its own cord. 
Cutting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of 
the power tool "live" and could give the operator an 
electricshock.
• Always wear eye protection and a respirator 
whensanding.
• Sanding of lead-based paint is not recommended. See 
Precautions to Take When Sanding Paint for additional 
information before sandingpaint.
• Do not operate the unit without the dust collection bag 
or dust collectionsystem.
• Clean your tool outperiodically.
• Empty dust bag frequently, especially when sanding 
resin coated surfaces such as polyurethane, varnish, 
shellac, etc. Dispose of coated dust particles according to the 
finish manufacturer’s guidelines, or place in a metal can with 
a tight-fitting metal lid. Remove coated dust particles from the 
premises daily. The accumulation of fine sanding dust particles 
may self ignite and causefire.
• Replace a worn or damaged belt when it causes high 
tool rpm. High tool rpm caused by a worn out belt may 
result in separation of sanding pad from the sander, possibly 
causing personal injury. For instructions on replacing the 
belt, see Replacing the Sanding Pad and the Belt 
underMaintenance.
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid 
ejected from the battery may cause irritation orburns.
e ) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or 
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit 
unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk 
ofinjury.
f ) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or 
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature 
above 130 °C may causeexplosion.
g ) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge 
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature 
range specified in the instructions. Charging 
improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range 
may damage the battery and increase the risk offire. 
6) Service
a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair 
person using only identical replacement parts. This 
will ensure that the safety of the power tool ismaintained.
b ) Never service damaged battery packs. Service 
of battery packs should only be performed by the 
manufacturer or authorized serviceproviders.
h ) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of 
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore 
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe 
injury within a fraction of asecond.
4) Power Tool Use and Care
a ) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power 
tool for your application. The correct power tool 
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it 
wasdesigned.
b ) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn 
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled 
with the switch is dangerous and must berepaired.
c ) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from 
the power tool before making any adjustments, 
changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such 
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the 
power toolaccidentally.
d ) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children 
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power 
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. 
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrainedusers.
e ) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for 
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage 
of parts and any other condition that may affect the 
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power 
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by 
poorly maintained powertools.
f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly 
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less 
likely to bind and are easier tocontrol.
g ) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. 
in accordance with these instructions, taking into 
account the working conditions and the work to be 
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different 
from those intended could result in a hazardoussituation.
h ) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and 
free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping 
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the 
tool in unexpectedsituations.
5) Battery Tool Use and Care
a ) Recharge only with the charger specified by the 
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type 
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with 
another batterypack.
b ) Use power tools only with specifically designated 
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create 
a risk of injury andfire.
c ) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from 
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, 
nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can 
make a connection from one terminal to another. 
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns 
or afire.
d ) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected 
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact 
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid