Safety Information - Eastwood 28135 Instructions Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

The following explanations are displayed in this manual, on the labeling, and on all other information provided with this product:
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION
• This tool has leveraged rotating components that generate greatly amplified crushing and bending forces which can quickly cause
severe injury! Keep fingers and hands away from moving parts when operating.
• Tremendous external torque loads are placed on this Metal Bender during operation. This tool cannot be operated without adequate support
or severe personal injury or property damage can occur if it should suddenly become dislodged or moves while in use. Before beginning ANY
work with this tool, it is absolutely necessary that it be securely bolted to a solid, level floor surface.
• Strenuous physical force may need to be applied to the Metal Bender during use. Failure to ensure proper footing can quickly result in a
fall which could inflict serious personal injury or property damage. Always work in a clean, uncluttered environment.
• Be sure there is sufficient working room around the tool to allow for safe handling of various lengths of tubing.
• The Eastwood Metal Bender is equipped with an Extension Handle for added bending force. DO NOT add pipe, bars or any other de-
vices which would add additional length to the Handle to increase bending force. This will exceed the design limits of the tool and can
result in serious injury and/or component failure.
• Handling sharp metal can cause serious cuts. Wear thick, well-fitting work gloves to prevent cuts from handling sharp metal.
• Pieces of mill scale, rust and other debris may be ejected from the workpiece during operation. Wear ANSI approved eye protection
while operating.
Excessive resistance while operating could indicate a defect with the workpiece material or broken or damaged Metal Bender
components. To avoid injury, stop work immediately and inspect workpiece material for nicks, dents, welds, excessive scale or
remaining coatings. Clean or repair as necessary or discard and begin with a new piece. Also inspect Metal Bender components for
looseness or damage.
To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com
PINCH AND CRUSH HAZARD!
INJURY HAZARD!
FALL HAZARD!
INJURY HAZARD!
CUT HAZARD!
EYE INJURY HAZARD!
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