General Safety Rules; Work Environment; Personal Safety - Clarke air CAT54 Operating & Maintenance Instructions

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

CAUTION: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. Keep the work area clean and tidy.
2. Dress appropriately - Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Tie long hair
out of the way.
3. Keep children and visitors away - Do not let children handle the tool.
4. Do not operate the tool where there are flammable liquids or gases.

PERSONAL SAFETY

1. Stay alert and use common sense - do not operate the air tool when you
are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
2. Always wear eye protectors when using the tool - Eye protectors must
provide protection from flying particles from the front and the side.
3. Always wear ear protectors when using the air tool.
4. Always wear a dust mask when operating this type of tool.
5. Do not overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
6. Remove any wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
USE OF AIR POWERED TOOLS
1. Never use oxygen, CO
source of power for the tool.
2. Do not connect the air supply hose with your finger on the trigger.
3. Do not exceed the maximum pressure for the tool of 90 psi / 6.2 bar.
4. Check hoses for leaks or worn condition before use, and ensure that all
connections are secure.
5. Do not use the tool for any other purpose than that described in this
manual.
6. Keep the air supply hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
7. Do not fit the tool to any stand or clamping device that may damage it.
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