User manual BLACK & DECKER KA160

[. . . ] Your Black & Decker sander has been designed for sanding and polishing wood, metal, plastics and painted surfaces. This tool is intended for consumer use only. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches are removed from the tool before operating the tool. extension cables Before use , inspect the extension cable and replace if damaged. [. . . ] Before using the tool on wooden workpieces, make sure to fit dust extraction equipment. Before using the tool on metal workpieces, make sure to remove the dust extraction equipment. Never use the tool without a sanding sheet. Never use the tool without a sanding base. Hearing protection should be worn whenever the sound level seems uncomfortable. Sanding lead-based paint or MDF Sanding of lead-based paint is not recommended due to the difficulty of controlling the contaminated dust. The greatest danger of lead poisoning is to children and pregnant women. Any pre-1960 building may in the past have been painted with paint containing lead. This paint may be covered with additional layers of paint. Before starting work, it is important to determine whether the paint to be sanded contains lead. This can be done using a test kit or by a professional decorator. Personal protection Do not let children or pregnant women enter the work area. Wear a dust mask specifically designed for protection against lead paint dust and fumes and ensure that persons within or entering the work area are also protected. Do not eat, drink or smoke in the work area. Do not store any food or drink in the work area. Wash yourself very carefully before eating, drinking or smoking. Environment Remove the paint in such a way that the amount of dust is minimised. Seal the work area with plastic sheeting. Minimise the amount of dust outside the work area. Cleaning Thoroughly vacuum and clean all surfaces in the work area every day. regularly change the dustbag and filters of the vacuum cleaner. Thoroughly wash any foreign objects exposed to dust before using them again. [. . . ] Your tool has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning. Clear the cooling vents and slots with a clean, dry paint brush. Clean the housing with a clean, damp cloth. [. . . ]