Warning Information - Matco Tools BRK4TB Operating Instructions 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.
IMPORTANT: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING
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 Matco Tools 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 compre-
hends its contents.
THE NATURE OF HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
WARNING
The use of body reapir kits are 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 equip-
ment 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 device.
• The kit owner is responsible for the kit being used in accordance with OSHA, state, and local safety standards.
• User and bystanders must wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 and OSHA standards.
• Do not use beyond rated capacity.
• When attachments and adapters are used with the kit, the rated capacity of the kit shall be no greater than the rated capacity of the lowest
rated component or combination of components that makes up the kit. Refer to the Owner's Manual section titled "APPLYING FORCE" for
typical applications and corresponding load capacities.
• Use a pressure gauge that indicates force applied.
• Spreader Ram is rated at 1/2 ton capacity.
• Rubber Heads are rated at 1/2 ton capacity in the 4 ton kit and 1 ton capacity in the 10 ton kit.
• Do not overextend the rams.
• When using extension tubes, position the shortest tube farthest away from the cylinder.
• Attachments and extension tubes must be aligned and fully engaged so the ram force is straight and avoids off-center conditions.
• Before operating, tighten all hose, gauge and manifold connections so they are secure and leak free. Do not over tighten or it may cause
premature thread failure or split pressure fittings. Tighten all hose quick disconnect fittings by hand only.
• Do not subject the hose to extreme heat or cold, sharp surfaces, abrasion, impact, kinking, twisting, curling, bending or any condition that
restricts or affects fluid flow.
• Make sure setup is stable and secure before performing any work.
• Use this kit for the intended purpose of vehicle body/frame repair only.
• Only components supplied with this kit shall be used with this kit.
• No alterations or modifications shall be made to any of the kit components.
• Failure to heed these warnings may result in serious or fatal personal injury and/or property damage.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
CONSEQUENCES OF NOT AVOIDING HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
WARNING
Failure to read this manual completely and thoroughly, understand its OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, SAFETY WARNINGS,
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS and not comply with them, and neglecting the METHODS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
could cause accidents resulting in serious or fatal personal injury and/or property damage.
BRK4TB, BRK10TB
BRK4TB, BRK10TB
4 TON AND 10 TON BODY REPAIR KIT
WARNING
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WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
03/18/21