Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
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The user must evaluate the specific risks that
may arise due to different kinds of use .
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Please ensure that you have read and understood
the safety instructions before fitting, operating,
repairing, servicing or replacing any accessories
and before working near the compressed air
tool . Failure to do this can result in serious
bodily injury .
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The compressed air tool should only be set up,
adjusted or used by adequately qualified and
trained operators .
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The compressed air tool may not be modified .
Modifications can reduce the effectiveness of
the safety measures and increase the risks for
the operator .
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Never use damaged compressed air tools .
Maintain compressed air tools with care . Check
regularly whether moving parts function correctly
and do not jam; check whether any parts are
broken or damaged to an extent that the com-
pressed air tool will no longer operate correctly .
Check signs and labels for completeness and
readability . If damaged, have parts repaired or
replaced before using the compressed air tool .
Many accidents are caused by poorly main-
tained compressed air tools .
Hazards caused by flying parts
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If a workpiece or accessory of the compressed
air tool breaks, parts can be flung out at high
speeds .
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Always wear impact-resistant safety goggles
during operation, when replacing accessory
parts or during repair or maintenance of the
compressed air tool . The level of the required
protection must be evaluated separately for
each individual task .
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You must ensure that the workpiece has been
securely fixed in place .
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Ensure that sparks and fragments created during
work do not constitute any hazard .
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Separate the compressed air tool from the com-
pressed air supply before replacing the attach-
ment or accessories or before you adjust the
settings, service or clean the tool .
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Ensure that no dangers are created for other
persons either .
Hazards caused by entanglement
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Be careful to avoid entanglement!
Suffocation, scalping and/or cut wounds can
occur if loose clothing, jewellery, necklaces, hair
or gloves are not kept away from the machine
and its accessories .
Hazards during operation
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When using the compressed air tool, the opera-
tor's hands can be subject to hazards such as
cuts, grazing and heat . Wear suitable gloves to
protect your hands .
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The operator and maintenance personnel must
be physically capable of handling the size,
weight and power of the compressed air tool .
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Hold the compressed air tool correctly: be
ready to counteract any normal or sudden
movements – keep both hands ready .
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Keep proper footing and balance at all times .
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Prevent unintentional starting . If the air supply is
interrupted, switch off the compressed air tool
using the On/Off switch .
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Use only the lubricants recommended by the
manufacturer .
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