Chicago Pneumatic CP8335 Series Operator's Manual page 6

battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush
with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Additional Safety Rules for screwdrivers and
wrenches
Operating hazards
Operators and maintenance personnel must be physically
able to handle the bulk, weight and power of the tool.
Hold the tool correctly: be ready to counteract normal or
sudden movements. Have both hands available.
Keep away from rotating drive.
Immediately after adjusting the clutch, check for correct
operation.
Do not use in a worn condition. The clutch may not
operate, resulting in sudden rotation of the tool handle.
Always support the tool's handle securely, in the direction
opposite to the spindle rotation, to reduce the effect of
sudden torque reaction during final tightening and initial
loosening.
Side handles are recommended for straight case tools at
torque settings over 4 Nm. (3 lbf.ft), and for pistol grip
tools at torque settings over 10 Nm (7.5 lbf.ft).
Minimise vibration exposure. Where possible mount the
tool in a bench stand, or fit a side handle.
Projectile hazards
Always wear impact-resistant eye and face protection
when involved with or near the operation, repair or
maintenance of the tool or changing accessories on the
tool.
Be sure all others in the area are wearing impact-resistant
eye and face protection. Even small projectiles can injure
eyes and cause blindness.
Assemblies requiring a specific torque must be checked
using a torque meter. So-called «click» torque wrenches
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DO NOT DISCARD - GIVE TO USER
do not check for potentially dangerous over-torqued
conditions. Serious injury can result from over-torqued or
undertorqued fasteners, which can break, or loosen and
separate. Released assemblies can become projectiles.
Do not use hand sockets. Use only power or impact
sockets in good condition.
This tool and its accessories must not be modified in any
way.
Workplace hazards
Slip/Trip/Fall is a major cause of serious injury or death.
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
Do not use in confined spaces. Beware of crushing hands
between tool and workpiece,
unscrewing.
Use hearing protection as recommended by your
employer or occupational health and safety regulations.
High sound levels can cause permanent hearing loss .
Ensure that the workpiece is properly clamped.
Repetitive work motions,
exposure to vibration can be harmful to hands and arms.
If numbness, tingling, pain or whitening of the skin occurs,
stop using tool and consult a physician.
Proceed with care in unfamiliar surroundings. Be aware of
potential hazards created by your work activity. This tool
is not insulated from coming into contact with electric
power sources.
Our goal is to produce tools that help you work safely and
efficiently. The most important safety device for this or
any tool is YOU. Your care and good judgement are the
best protection against injury. All possible hazards cannot
be covered here, but we have tried to highlight some of
the important ones. Only qualified and trained operators
should install, adjust or use this power tool.
For additional safety information consult:
• Other documents and information packed with this tool.
• Your employer, union and / or trade association.
Further occupational health and safety information can be
obtained from the following web sites:
http://www.osha.gov (USA)
http://europe.osha.eu.int (Europe)
especially when
awkward positions and