Use and Care Manual

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Warnings
1. Read and understand the entire owner's manual before attempting assembly or operation.
2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with
all of these warnings may cause serious injury.
3. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed.
4. This drum sander is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel
only. If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a drum sander, do not use until
proper training and knowledge have been obtained.
5. As with all machines, there is a certain amount of hazard involved with the use of this drum sander.
Use the machine with the respect and caution demanded where safety precautions are concerned.
When normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator can result.
6. Do not use this drum sander for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, Powermatic
disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from
that use.
7. ALWAYS WEAR APPROVED SAFETY GLASSES/face shields while using this drum sander.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.
8. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Before operating this drum sander, remove tie, rings, watches and other
jewelry, and roll sleeves up past the elbows. Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair. Non-slip
footwear or anti-skid floor strips are recommended. Do not wear gloves.
9. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.
10. Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
11. Make certain the machine is properly grounded.
12. Except for the feed rate control, make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine
unplugged from the power source. A machine under repair should be RED TAGGED to show it must
not be used until maintenance is complete.
13. Before turning on machine, REMOVE ALL EXTRA EQUIPMENT SUCH AS KEYS, WRENCHES,
scrap, and cleaning rags away from the machine.
14. KEEP SAFETY GUARDS IN PLACE at all times when the machine is in use. If removed for
maintenance purposes, use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately.
15. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the machine, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting
and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced.
16. Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and non-glare, overhead lighting.
17. KEEP THE FLOOR AROUND THE MACHINE CLEAN and free of scrap material, saw dust, oil and
other liquids to minimize the danger of tripping or slipping. Be sure the conveyor table is free of all
scrap, foreign material and tools before starting sanding operations.
18. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
19. MAKE YOUR WORKSHIP CHILD PROOF with padlocks, master switches or by removing safety
keys.
20. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are
careless acts that can result in serious injury.
21. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the blade or other
moving parts. DO NOT OVERREACH or use excessive force to perform any machine operation.