STOCKade ST 400i General Safety Instructions page 2

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USE OF INTERNAL
TOOL, FUEL CELL, BATTERY AND BATTERY CHARGER
Thank you for choosing this STOCKade product. Providing
you follow the instructions in the operating and safety
manuals, this product will provide you with many years of
service.
The European standard EN 792-13: 2000 + A1: 2008
lays down certain safety requirements for non-electric
portable nailing tools, and we recommend you follow these
requirements without exception.
EN 792-13 + A1. Item 7.2.1 a:
Only those fasteners listed in the operating instructions may
be used in the driving tools.
EN 792-13 + A1. Item 7.2.1 b:
Only the main energy and the lubricants listed in the
operating instructions may be used.
EN 792-13 + A1. Item 7.2.1 e:
For the maintenance of fastener driving tools, only spare
parts specified by the manufacturer or his authorised
representative shall be used.
EN 792-13 + A1. Item 7.2.1 f:
Repairs shall be carried out only by agents authorised by the
manufacturer or by other specialists, having due regard to
the information given in the operating instructions.
EN 792-13 + A1. Item 7.2.5 a:
Fastener driving tools operated by internal combustion shall
only be used with dispensers for combustible gas which are
listed in the operating instructions.
The European Standard EN 792-13: 2000has the status of a
British Standard.
Only use STOCKade specified consumables or
compatibles. In accordance with EN 792-13, STOCKade
has specified, in its operating instructions, STOCKade
consumables as safe to use. In case of non-specified
consumables, ensure that they are compatible, safe and
lawfully on sale in European Union or Country of use.
Read all the safety instructions and the
instructions in the user manual for the tool,
fuel cell, battery and battery charger carefully
before use.
STOCKade ST400i IMPULSE SYSTEM
1. The ST400i system consists of: tool, fuel cell, battery,
charger and fasteners. In the interests of operator and
system safety, the tool, fasteners and the fuel cells
referred to in the STOCKade documents, must be
considered as one single, complete system.
2. Only experienced operators should use the STOCKade
Impulse stapling system. They must know how the tool
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works and must follow the manufacturer's operating and
safety instructions.
3. Operators should be capable of conducting basic
maintenance on the tool.
4. Please keep the stapler, fuel cell, battery and charger out
of the reach of children.
5. When using the tool, the operator and any bystanders
must wear appropriate eye and ear protection.
6. Only use the tool for stapling applications for which it was
designed. This tool must not be used in a combustible
environment.
7. Observe battery disposal regulations.
8. When not in use, remove the battery and fasteners and
return the tool to its carrying case.
9. Do not load fasteners with the trigger and/or work-
contacting element depressed.
10. When using the tool, never point it at yourself or anyone
else. If the operator has to move locations, the tool must
be carried pointed downwards. Never carry the tool with
your finger on the trigger. Always assume the tool is
loaded.
11. The tool must be used in well ventilated areas. Exhaust
gases in a confined space can be hazardous.
12. Do not use the tool outside or in the rain or where
excessive moisture is present.
13. Keep the tool away from heat sources as the fuel cell
could be damaged. Do not smoke when handling the fuel
cell. keep it away from your face and eyes. Do not inhale
its contents.
14. When using the tool, the operator must be in a stable
position. Operate the tool in a manner that should the tool
recoil, there is no risk of injury to the operator.
15. The operator must ensure that no-one is in the
immediate vicinity of the work area. Check the work
place and the environment.
16. If the tool misfires, always remove the battery prior to
examination of the tool. if the problem persists contact
the tool manufacturer. The tool should be regularly
inspected for defective parts, loose screws (especially
after cleaning), etc and any defects rectified before use.
Check prior to each operation that the safety mechanism
is functioning properly.
17. Never put your hand in front of the tool. The tool must be
operated only when it is in contact with the material to be
fixed.
18. Ensure that you use the correct length of fastener with
the depth adjustment set correctly, so that the staples
are not over driven. Take extra care when stapling close
to edges as staples can break-out and deflect away from
the substrate.
19. Do not drive staples into knots or on top of other
fasteners.
20. Avoid driving staples into substrates where concealed
hazards may exist.
21. The temperature of the tool may increase depending on
the firing frequency. Observe maximum cycle rates given
in the operating instructions.
22. We recommend that you carry out regular maintenance
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