Safety Warnings & Instructions - Bostitch GF28WW Operation And Maintenance Manual

EYE PROTECTION which conforms to ANSI specifications and provides protection against
flying particles both from the FRONT and SIDE should ALWAYS be worn by the operator and
others in the work area when connecting to air supply, loading, operating or servicing this
tool. Eye protection is required to guard against flying fasteners and debris, which could
cause severe eye injury.
The employer and/or user must ensure that proper eye protection is worn. Eye protection
equipment must conform to the requirements of the American National Standards Institute,
ANSI Z87.1 and provide both frontal and side protection. NOTE: Non-side shielded
spectacles and face shields alone do not provide adequate protection.
CAUTION: Additional Safety Protection will be required in some environments. For
example, the working area may include exposure to noise level which can lead to hearing
damage. The employer and user must ensure that any necessary hearing protection is
provided and used by the operator and others in the work area. Some environments will
require the use of head protection equipment. When required, the employer and user must
ensure that head protection conforming to ANSI Z89.1 is used.
This Nailer produces hot exhaust gases that may ignite flammable materials and produces
sparks during operation.
DO NOT TOUCH THE EXHAUST OUTLET or areas surrounding the exhaust outet during or
after operating the tool. These areas will become HOT creating a BURN HAZARD (see tool
illustration, pg 2).
The contact arm and nose will become hot after prolonged or rapid use. DO NOT TOUCH
with BARE HANDS, allow to cool or use gloves when adjusting a tool that is hot.
EXPLOSION AND FIRE HAZARD. The fuel cell contains highly flammable contents under
pressure. Even empty fuel cells still contain flammable contents, including a pressurized
container and propellant (gas). Failure to follow instructions may result in explosion or fire.
Keep the nailer, fuel cells and battery away from sunlight and from temperature exceeding
120°F (50°C). Fuel cell and/or battery may burst, releasing flammable gas. Do not pierce or
burn the container, even after use. Do not incinerate, refill, reclaim or recycle the fuel cell.
Do not spray into a fire or any incandescent material. Keep away from ignition sources – No
smoking. Keep out of the reach of children.
USE OUTSIDE OR WELL–VENTILATED AREAS.This Nailer exhausts carbon monoxide which
is a danger to your health when inhaled. This Nailer should not be used in enclosed or
poorly ventilated areas. Do not inhale exhaust.
OPERATE WITHIN PROPER TEMPERATURE RANGE. The operating environment for this
device is between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C) so ensure use within this temperature range.
The device may fail to operate below 32°F (0°C) or above 104°F (40°C).
ALWAYS STORE THE NAILER PROPERLY WITH FUEL CELL AND BATTERY REMOVED. When
not in use, the Nailer, fuel cell and battery should be stored in tool case and in a dry place.
Store indoors at temperature below 120°F (50°C).
ALWAYS TAKE FUEL CELL AND BATTERY OUT OF NAILER WHEN: 1) Doing maintenance and
inspection; 2) clearing a jam; 3) it is not in use; 4) leaving work area; 5) moving it to another
location; and 6) handing it to another person. Never attempt to clear a jam or repair the
Nailer unless you have taken fuel cell and battery out of the Nailer and removed all
remaining fasteners from the Nailer.
When loading tool: 1.) Never place a hand or any part of body in fastener discharge area of
tool; 2.) Never point tool at anyone; 3.) Do not pull the trigger or depress the trip as
accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.
When working on gas tools note the warnings in this manual and use extra care when
evaluating problem tools.
It is the employer/owner's responsibility to ensure this manual is available and understood
by anyone using or maintaining these tools. The employer/owner must ensure all safety
warnings are followed and safety equipment, such as protective eye wear is properly used
by operators and all others in the work area. It is also the responsibility of the
employer/owner to keep tools in safe working order.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND MAKE THEM AVAILABLE TO OTHER USERS
AND OWNERS OF THIS TOOL!
TOOL AND FUEL WARNINGS
EMPLOYER/OWNER RESPONSIBILITIES
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
LOADING TOOL
MAINTAINING THE TOOL