Kobalt SGY-AIR185 Manual page 5

SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSIN
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
This tool is capable of generating
sparks, which can result in ignition of
flammable materials.
WARNING
RISK OF ENTANGLEMENT
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Air tools that contain moving
elements or drive other moving parts
(such as impact sockets) can
become entangled in hair, clothing,
jewelry and other loose objects,
resulting in severe injury.
WARNING
RISK OF CUTS OR BURNS
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Air tools are capable of causing
serious injury if operated improperly
or in a manner for which the tool is
not intended. Accessories can
become extremely hot through
friction where they contact the
workpiece.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Never use oxygen, carbon dioxide or
other bottled gasses as a power
source for air tools. Use only clean,
dry air at the specified pressure.
Wiping or cleaning rags and other
flammable waste materials that may
have been used on the tool must be
placed in a tightly closed metal
container, and disposed of in a
proper manner.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry
or anything that may get caught or
tangled in the tool, hose or workpiece.
Always keep hands and body parts
away from moving parts.
Always wear properly fitted clothing
and other properly fitted safety
equipment when using tools.
Whipping hoses can cause serious
injury. Always check for damaged or
loose hose fittings before using tools.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Wear gloves when using tools.
Keep the working part of the tool
away from hands and body.
Do not touch accessories with bare
hands during or immediately after
use.
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