Vibration Safety - Chicago Electric 62216 Owner's Manual And Safety Instructions

Vibration Safety

This tool vibrates during use�
Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may
cause temporary or permanent physical injury,
particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders�
To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
1� Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for
an extended period should first be examined
by a doctor and then have regular medical
check-ups to ensure medical problems are not
being caused or worsened from use� Pregnant
women or people who have impaired blood
circulation to the hand, past hand injuries,
nervous system disorders, diabetes, or
Raynaud's Disease should not use this tool�
If you feel any symptoms related to vibration (such
as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
seek medical advice as soon as possible�
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2� Do not smoke during use� Nicotine reduces
the blood supply to the hands and fingers,
increasing the risk of vibration-related injury�
3� Wear suitable gloves to reduce the
vibration effects on the user�
4� Use tools with the lowest vibration
when there is a choice�
5� Include vibration-free periods each day of work�
6� Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still keeping
safe control of it)� Let the tool do the work�
7� To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as
explained in this manual� If any abnormal
vibration occurs, stop use immediately�
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