Machine Operation - American Sanders FloorCrafter 8 Manual Del Operador

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DANGER: Sanding/finishing wood floors can
create an environment that can
be explosive. 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.
DANGER: 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
machines can cause flammable
material and vapors to ignite.
Read the manufacturer's label on
all chemicals used to determine
combustibility. Keep the work area
well ventilated.
DANGER: Sanding dust can self ignite and
cause an injury or damage. Remove
the contents of the dust bag each
time you finish using the machine.
Always dispose of the dust in a
metal container located outside of
the building. Never leave a dust bag
unattended with sanding dust in it.
Empty the contents frequently. Do
not empty the contents of the dust
bag into a fire.
DANGER: 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.
Operating Instructions
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To operate the machine follow this procedure:
1. Before sanding, decide on best approach for
sanding desired area. If the floor is uneven,
it may be necessary to sand diagonally to the
direction that the floor is laid. This will help "pull"
or stretch low and high spots in the floor over a
greater area, producing a flatter surface.
Preliminary cuts should be performed at angles
approximately 15° to the direction of the
wood grain. Cut direction should change on
successive cuts with the final cut performed
in the direction of the wood grain. This will
minimize the tendency of waves to form and
provide the most even floor surface.
When sanding the area, work in a way so that
you are moving away from where the cord
set enters the room. This will help to avoid
entanglement with the cord set and eliminate
the need to move the cord set out of the way so
frequently.
Work the area in a way that avoids interruption or
termination points (an end of pass.) Make long
continuous passes.
2. Swing cable arm to side of machine opposite the
direction you intend to work. Rotate elbow on
dust pipe until dust bag rest on motor. This will
maintain balance and sanding pressure as the
dust bag fills. The machine should be operated
with the dust bag in this position whenever
possible.
3. If the operating belt (American Sanders PN
60724A) is used proceed as follows:
a. Position the operating belt around waist.
b. Cross the straps at the waist. See figure
#13.
c. Slide the belt loop end over the handle on
the control lever side. Adjust the length as
needed.
d. Wrap the remaining strap around the
opposite side of the handle, and hold it in
place with your hand.