Risk Of Explosion Or Fire - DeWalt DWMT74271 Instruction Manual

RISk Of exPlOSION OR fIRe

WhaT Can happen
• Abrasive tools such as
sanders and grinders,
rotating tools such as drills,
and impact tools such as
wrenches, hammers,
and reciprocating saws
are capable of generating
sparks which could
result in ignition of
flammable materials.
• Use of the tool in or near
flammable materials could
cause an EXPLOSION
resulting in personal injury
to the user or bystanders.
hoW To preVenT IT
• Never operate tools near
flammable substances such
as gasoline, naptha,
cleaning solvents, etc.
• Work in a clean, well
ventilated area free of
combustible materials.
• Never use oxygen,
carbon dioxide or other
bottled gases as a power
source for air tools.
• Use compressed air regulated
to a maximum pressure at or
below the rated pressure
of any attachments.
RISk TO BReATHING (ASPHyxIATION)
WhaT Can happen
• Abrasive tools, such as
grinders, sanders, and
cut-off tools generate dust
and abrasive materials which
can be harmful to human
lungs and respiratory system.
• Some materials such as
adhesives and tar contain
chemicals whose vapors
could cause serious injury
with prolonged exposure.
RISk fROM NOISe
WhaT Can happen
• Long term exposure to noise
produced from the operation
of air tools can lead to
permanent hearing loss.
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hoW To preVenT IT
• Always wear Msha/nIosh
approved, properly fitting face
mask or respirator when
using such tools.
• Always work in a clean, dry,
well ventilated area.
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• Always wear ansI (s3.19)
hearing protection.