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Never hold the drive shaft, socket, bit, inserted/mounted tool/accessory with your hands while rotating.
For impact and impulse wrenches: Only use impact sockets, see our Action catalogue.
The use of safety-/working gloves is recommended.
Use ear protection as instructed by your employer or as required by occupational health and safety requirements.
Reasonable countermeasures have to be taken to keep the noise level as low as possible.
Disconnect the air supply before changing inserted tools, accessories, repairs or when the tool is not being used.
Always check that the mounted tool or accessory is not damaged. Breakage and flying fragments can cause injuries.
Keep rotating parts out of reach of any body part.
In case of long hair, wear a hairnet otherwise it can be trapped causing injuries.
Never wear loose clothing, wear suitable clothing otherwise it can be trapped causing injuries.
Only use accessories for this tool that are designated for this tool by its manufacturer.
Convince yourself that no persons are in the working zone or danger zone.
The advised minimum age for operating this tool is 18 years.
Keep away from whipping hoses, this can cause injuries. A broken air hose or a hose that comes loose of the hose joint can start
whipping. Shut down the air supply immediately. In case the air hose is damaged, stop working, shut down the air supply and replace
the hose.
Keep the work place clean and organized, you may stumble and fall over a hose on the floor. Slippery floors and objects on the floor
are major causes of injuries.
This tool is not intended for use in potential hazardous areas and is not insulated from coming into contact with electric power.
Wear the appropriate clothing to feel comfortable at the workplace.
Cold exhaust air should be diverted from hands and body.
Air under pressure can cause injuries, be aware of this.
Never direct the exhaust air to yourself or anyone else.
Do not use quick change couplings direct on the air inlet of the tool as these may release during operation. Assemble at least 50 cm
air hose with a hose joint of shock resistant material.
In case universal twist couplings ( claw couplings) are used, the lock pins must be mounted.
Do not exceed the maximum air pressure as indicated on the tool.
Never carry the tool by the air hose.
On overhead work, use safety helmet.
Due to the process, the work piece, inserted/mounted tool/accessory may get hot causing burning injuries: Be aware of this.
Only use air hoses that are designed for it and are resistant against the used air pressure.
Always use "safety quick change couplers".
Accessories
Only use accessories and consumables that are designed for the use with this tool.
Select the best available inserted/mounted accessories/consumables for the lowest possible noise level and vibration. Replace them in
case of an increased noise level and/or vibration.
Do not use worn or bad fitting impact sockets or extensions, as this is likely to increase noise and vibration.
For impulse wrenches we advise to use "sleeve drive" sockets to minimize noise and vibration.
Make sure that the inserted/mounted tool/accessory is properly held by the retainer and make sure that the retainer is in good
condition. Never use the tool without a retainer as this may cause high speed projectiles.
Use the inserted/mounted accessory/tool according to the manufacturer specifications.
Using the tool:
Before start using the tool, make sure that you are familiar with the workplace and surrounding area.
Always obey the safety regulations for the work area you are working in.
During operating the tool, the operator may be exposed to hazards as crushing, impacts, heat, vibration, cuts, abrasions, etc: Wear
suitable gloves.
Any person handling the tool must be able to handle the size, weight and power of the tool.
Always be prepared for normal/abnormal movements/forces generated by the tool.
Keep your body in balance, place your feet safe and secure.
In case of interruption of the air supply, release the lever/trigger.
When using a power tool, you may experience discomfort in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck and other parts of your body.
If you experience symptoms such as persistent or recurring discomfort, pain, throbbing, aching, tingling, numbness, burning sensation,
or stiffness: Do not ignore these warning signs. Stop using the tool, tell your employer and consult a qualified health professional.
Maintenance:
Check the tool regularly for loose bolts/screws or parts.
In case of power loss: Have the tool repaired.
Only trained and qualified engineers are allowed to adjust or repair the tool.
In case the tool is equipped with a silencer, make sure that this silencer is working properly, a damaged silencer has to be replaced.
In case of disposal of the tool, follow local regulations, so as much as possible can be recycled. Do not throw it in the normal waste bin.
Intended use:
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