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Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
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accidents.
Do not operate pneumatic tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
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presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Pneumatic tools create sparks
which may ignite flammables.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a pneumatic
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tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area
from debris such as chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating
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a pneumatic tool. Do not use a pneumatic tool while tired or under the influ-
ence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating
pneumatic tools may result in serious personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
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Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Trigger (4) is off before connecting to
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the air supply. Carrying pneumatic tools with your finger on the Trigger, or con-
necting pneumatic tools to the air supply with the Trigger on, invites accidents.
Remove both Spanners before turning on the tool. A Spanner (27) that is left
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attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper foot-
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ing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear ANSI approved safety goggles underneath
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a full face shield, a dust mask or respirator, and hearing protection.
Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to
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a stable platform. Holding the work by hand is unstable and may lead to loss of
control. Only work on a workpiece that is properly secured.
Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct
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tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
Do not use the power tool if the Trigger (4) does not turn it on or off. Any tool
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that cannot be controlled with its Trigger is dangerous and must be replaced.
Disconnect the air hose from the tool before making any adjustments, chang-
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ing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
SKU 33171
WORK AREA
PERSONAL SAFETY
TOOL USE AND CARE
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