Sears Companion 919.19007 General Manual page 3

HAZARD
RISK TO BREATHING
INHALATION HAZARD
RISK OF INJURY
RISK OF ENTANGLEMENT
RISK OF CUT OR BURNS
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
• Abrasive tools, such as grinders and
sanders generate dust and abrasive
materials which can be harmful to
human lungs and respiratory system.
• Some materials such as adhesives and tar,
contain chemicals whose vapors could
cause serious injury with prolonged
exposure.
• Tools left unattended, or with the air hose
attached can be activated by unauthorized
persons leading to their injury or injury to
others.
• Power tools can throw materials through
out the work area.
• Power tools can become activated by
accident during maintenance or tool
changes.
• Power tools can cause the workpiece to
move upon contact leading to injury.
• Loss of control of the tool can lead to
injury to self or others.
• Poor quality, improper, or damaged tools
such as grinding wheels, chisels, sockets,
drills, etc., can fly apart during operation,
propelling particles throughout the work
area.
• Tools which contain moving elements,
or drive other moving tools, such as
grinding wheels, sockets sanding
discs, etc. can become entangled in
clothing, jewelry and other loose
objects, resulting in severe injury.
• Tools which cut, shear, drill, punch, chisel,
etc. are capable of causing serious injury.
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HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Always wear MSHA/NIO5H
approved, properly fitting face
mask or respirator when using such
tools.
• Always work in a clean, dry, well
ventilated area.
• Remove air hose when tool is not in
use and store tool in secure location
away from reach of children.
• Keep work area clean and free of
clutter. Keep children and others away
from work area during operation of
the tool.
• Keep work area well lit.
• Remove air hose to lubricate or add
grinders, sanding discs, drills, etc.
to the tool.
• Never carry the tool by the hose.
• Avoid unitentional starting. Don't carry
hooked-up tool with finger on trigger.
• Repair servicing should be done only
by an authorized service
representative.
• Clamps or other devices to prevent
movement.
• Never operate tool while under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Don't overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and free from
oil and grease.
• Stay alert. Watch what you are doing.
Use common sense. Do not operate
tool when you are tired.
• Always use tool attachments rated
for the speed of the power tool.
• Never use tools which have been
dropped, impacted or damaged by
use.
• Use only impact grade sockets on an
impact wrench.
• Do not apply excessive force to the
tool – let the tool perform the work.
• Never wear loose fitting clothes, or
apparel which contains loose straps
or ties, etc. which could become
entangled in moving parts of the tool.
• Remove any jewelry, watches,
identifications, bracelets, necklaces,
etc. which might become caught by
the tool.
• Keep hands away from moving parts.
Tie up or cover long hair.
• Keep the working part of the tool away
from hands and body.
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