Skil 1210 AA: INTRODUCTION TECHNICAL DATA 1 3) PERSONAL SAFETY TOOL ELEMENTS 2 SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) WORK AREA SAFETY 4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

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d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep

cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving

Belt sander 1210/1215

parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of

electric shock.

INTRODUCTION

e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a

• This tool is intended for dry sanding with high removal

cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric

performance of wood, plastic, metal, ller and painted

shock.

surfaces

f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is

• This tool is not intended for professional use

unavoidable, use an earth leakage circuit breaker.

• Read and save this instruction manual 3

Use of an earth leakage circuit breaker reduces the risk

of electric shock.

TECHNICAL DATA 1

3) PERSONAL SAFETY

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

TOOL ELEMENTS 2

common sense when operating a power tool. Do not

A On/o switch

use a power tool while you are tired or under the

B Knob for locking on/o switch

influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment

C Lever for changing sanding belt

of inattention while operating power tools may result in

D Arrow

serious personal injury.

E Screw for adjusting belt centering

b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear

F Dust bag

eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust

G Dust box

mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing

H Vacuum cleaner adapter

protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce

J Ventilation slots

personal injuries.

K Sanding frame

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is

in the off-position before connecting to power

source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying

SAFETY

the tool. Carrying power tools with your nger on the

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

switch or energising power tools that have the switch on

invites accidents.

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all

d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a

may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save

rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

all warnings and instructions for future reference. The

e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance

term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-

at all times. This enables better control of the power tool

operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)

in unexpected situations.

power tool.

f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away

1) WORK AREA SAFETY

from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair

a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

can be caught in moving parts.

areas invite accidents.

g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust

b) Do not operate power tools in explosive

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are

atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable

connected and properly used. Use of dust collection

liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which

can reduce dust-related hazards.

may ignite the dust or fumes.

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating

a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

tool for your application. The correct power tool will do

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter

it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled

plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of

c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or

electric shock.

the battery pack from the power tool before making

b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and

power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce

refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric

the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children

c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of

tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

electric shock.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

users.