Warning Information - K-Tool XD KTI63611 Owner's Manual

WARNING INFORMATION

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
BEFORE USING THIS DEVICE, READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY AND THOROUGHLY, UNDERSTAND ITS OPERATING
PROCEDURES, SAFETY WARNINGS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS.
It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure all personnel read this manual prior to using the device. It is also the responsibility of
the device owner to keep this manual intact and in a convenient location for all to see and read. If the manual or product labels are lost
or not legible, contact K-Tool International for replacements. If the operator is not fluent in English, the product and safety instructions
shall be read to and discussed with the operator in the operator's native language by the purchaser/owner or his designee, making sure
that the operator comprehends its contents.
THE NATURE OF HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
WARNING
The use of automotive service and maintenanace devices is subject to certain hazards that cannot be prevented by mechanical means,
but only by the exercise of intelligence, care, and common sense. It is therefore essential to have owners and personnel involved in the
use and operation of the equipment who are careful, competent, trained, and qualified in the safe operation of the equipment and its
proper use. Examples of hazards are dropping, tipping or slipping of loads caused primarily by improperly securing loads, overloading,
off-centered loads, use on other than hard level surfaces, and using equipment for a purpose for which it was not designed.
METHODS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
WARNING
• Read, study, understand and follow all instructions before operating this press.
• Always wear safety goggles, users and bystanders
• Parts being pressed may splinter, shatter, or be ejected from the press at a dangerous rate of speed. Because there are a variety of press
applications, it is the responsibility of the press owner to provide adequate guards, eye protection and protective clothing to the press operator.
• Visual inspection of the press should be made before use, checking for signs of cracked welds, bent bed pins, loose or missing bolts, leaks, or any
other structural damage. Corrections must be made before using the press.
• Do not go near leaks. High pressure hydraulic fluid can puncture skin and cause serious injury, gangrene, or death. If injured, seek emergency
medical help as immediate surgery is required to remove the fluid.
• Prior to use make sure the press is securely anchored to a concrete floor.
• Keep hands, arms, feet, and legs out of work area. Accidental slippage can result in personal injury.
• Always use an accurate force gauge to measure pressing force.
• Do not exceed the rated capacity or tamper with the pressure/force settings. When attachments and adapters are used the rated capacity of the
system shall be no greater than the rated capacity of the lowest rated component or combination of components that make up the system.
• Avoid off-center loads. Offset loads can damage ram and may cause load to eject at a dangerous rate of speed. Do not use any spacer or extender
between the press ram plunger and the item being pressed. If there is not enough ram stroke, adjust the height of the movable bolster.
• Remove all loads from movable bolster before attempting to adjust bolster height. Beware of possible falling bolster.
• Press only on loads supported by movable bolster and press plates included. Do not support loads on floor or press frame legs.
• When using any accessories such as press plates or arbor plates, be certain they are centered on the movable bolster and in full contact with both
sides of the bolster.
• Before applying load, be certain all movable bolster supporting pins are fully engaged. Verify lift cables (if equipped) are slack before pressing on
the bolster.
• Always use a bearing shield when pressing bearings.
• Use caution when positioning work to be pressed to ensure the item to be pressed cannot be ejected at a dangerous rate of speed.
• Release hydraulic pressure before loosening any fittings.
• Maintain proper hydraulic fluid levels.
• Do not make any alterations to the press.
• This product may contain one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
• Failure to heed and understand these markings may result in serious or fatal personal injury and/or property damage.
CONSEQUENCES OF NOT AVOIDING HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
WARNING
Failure to read this manual completely and thoroughly, failure to understand its SAFETY WARNINGS, ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS,
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS and comply with them, and failure to comply with the METHODS TO AVOID
HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS could cause accidents resulting in serious or fatal personal injury and/or property damage.
KTI63611
IMPORTANT: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation
WARNING
which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
2 rev. 09/04/14