General Safety Instructions - Stanley IDO7 Service Manual

General Safety Instructions

Always observe safety symbols. They are included for your safety and the protection of the tool.
DANGER
This safety symbol may appear on
the tool. It is used to alert the
operator of an action that could
place him/her or others in a life
threatening situation.
This tool will provide safe and dependable service if operated in accordance with the instructions
given in this manual. Read and understand this manual and any stickers and tags attached to the
tool and hoses before operation. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment
damage.
Operator must start in a work area without bystanders. The operator must be familiar with all prohibited
work areas such as excessive slopes and dangerous terrain conditions.
Establish a training program for all operators to ensure safe operations.
Do not operate the tool unless thoroughly trained or under the supervision of an instructor.
Always wear safety equipment such as goggles, head protection, and safety shoes at all times when
operating the tool.
Do not inspect or clean the tool while the hydraulic power source is connected. Accidental engagement of
the tool can cause serious injury.
Do not operate this tool without first reading the Operating Instructions.
Do not install or remove this tool while the hydraulic power source is connected. Accidental engagement
of the tool can cause serious injury.
Never operate the tool if you cannot be sure that underground utilities are not present. Underground
electrical utilities present an electrocution hazard. Underground gas utilities present an explosion hazard.
Other underground utilities may present other hazards.
Do not operate in a potentially explosive atmosphere.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing when operating the tool. Loose fitting clothing can get entangled with
the tool and cause serious injury.
Supply hoses must have a minimum working pressure rating of 2500 psi/175 bar.
Be sure all hose connections are tight.
The hydraulic circuit control valve must be in the "OFF" position when coupling or uncoupling the tool.
Wipe all couplers clean before connecting. Failure to do so may result in damage to the quick couplers
and cause overheating. Use only lint-free cloths.
Do not operate the tool at oil temperatures above 140 F/60 C. Operation at higher oil temperatures can
cause operator discomfort and may cause damage to the tool.
Do not operate a damaged, improperly adjusted, or incompletely assembled tool.
To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all tool repair, maintenance and service must only be
performed by authorized and properly trained personnel.
Do not exceed the rated limits of the tool or use the tool for applications beyond its design capacity.
Always keep critical tool markings, such as labels and warning stickers legible.
Always replace parts with replacement parts recommended by Stanley Hydraulic Tools.
WARNING
This safety symbol appears in these
instructions to identify an action
that could cause bodily injury to the
operator or other personnel.
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CAUTION
This safety symbol appears in these
instructions to identify an action or
condition that could result in
damage to the tool or other
equipment.