General Safety Instructions; Electrical Requirements - Roberts 10-475 Manual De Operación

Introduction
Your Roberts 10-475 Professional Floor Stripper machine was
designed for fast efficient removal of VCT, sheetgoods, carpet
squares, and for removal of dried adhesive from all substrates.
It features a patented adjustment system, which provides a
range of blade motions from a side-to-side "slicing" motion,
to a back and forth " chopping" motion. The operator can
select the best blade motion pattern for a variety of jobs.
This operator's manual contains information on machine
operation, safety, care and maintenance. Please read the
manual thoroughly before you begin operating your Stripper.
Contact your Robert's distributor for spare parts, blades
and repair.
Read this owner's manual completely and make sure you
understand all of it's safety guidelines.

General Safety Instructions

1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Before
turning on the stripping machine, make sure the keys
and adjusting wrenches have been removed.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite
accidents.
4. ALWAYS REMAIN ALERT WHEN STRIPPER IS IN USE.
Inattention on the part of the operator may lead to
serious injury.
5. DON'T USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't
use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose
them to rain. Keep work area well lit.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should remain at a
safe distance from work area.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF. Unplug power tools
and secure dangerous tools when not in use. Lock tool
cabinets and workshop doors when unattended.
8. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force a tool or attachment
to do a job for which it was not designed. It has been
designed to operate at maximum safety and
performance levels.
9. USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to
use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing,
neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts. Non-slip foot wear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering if you have
long hair. Do not wear sandals or open-toe shoes.
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES AND EAR PROTECTION.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact-resistant lenses,
they are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask
for commercial stripping operations.
12. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
13. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools clean and in
good working condition for maximum safety
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
14. DISCONNECT TOOLS BEFORE SERVICING – when
changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
15. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make
sure switch is in OFF position before plugging in.
16. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner's
manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper
accessories may increase risk of injury.
17. MAKE SURE YOU USE THE CORRECT BLADE for the
material you are cutting.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the
stripper is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool,
damaged part(s), (i.e., guard) 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 condition that may affect the stripper's operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced.
20. DO NOT ALTER THE PLUG OR USE SA 2-PRONG
RECEPTACLE. This stripper is equipped with a 3-prong
electrical plug.
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. Turn power
off. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

Electrical Requirements

• THIS STRIPPER MUST BE CONNECTED TO A GROUNDED
POWER SOURCE while in use to protect the operator from
electrical shock.
• IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical
current to reduce the risk of electrical shock. The stripper is
equipped with an electrical cord with a grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. Insert the 3-prong electrical plug into a
3-pole receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
• DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG provided if it will not fit the outlet.
Have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
• IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIPMENT-GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
The conductor with insulation that is green on the outside
(with or without yellow stripes) is the equipment-grounding
conductor. If repair or replacement of the electrical cord or
plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding
conductor to a live terminal.
• CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service personnel
if the grounding instructions are not completely understood,
or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
• USE ONLY 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORDS that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the
stripper's plug.
• REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR WORN CORDS
IMMEDIATELY.
• IF THE PLUG OR RECEPTACLE DOES GET WET, DO NOT
UNPLUG THE CORD. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker
that supplies power to the tool. Then, unplug and examine for
presence of water in the receptacle.
• ONLY UL-LISTED EXTENSION CORDS SHOULD BE USED
WITH THIS PRODUCT.
• DO NOT LET YOUR FINGERS TOUCH THE TERMINALS of plug
when installing or removing the plug to or from the outlet.
• IMPROPER USE OF EXTENSION CORDS MAY CAUSE
INEFFICIENT OPERATION OF YOUR TOOL, which can result in
overheating. Be sure your extension cord is rated to allow
sufficient current flow to the motor. For the proper gauge for
this stripper, please refer to TABLE 1.
• THIS MACHINE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.
The risk of electric shock and bodily injury are greatly
increased if it is not, particularly when used in damp locations
or in proximity to plumbing.