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Safety Notes

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General Safety Rules for Pneumatic Tools
Read and observe all safety warnings and
WARNUNG
instructions. Failure to follow the following
safety warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
b)Do not operate the pneumatic tool in explosive at-
mospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dusts. While working the work-
piece, sparks can be created which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away from your
workplace while operating the pneumatic tool. Dis-
tractions from other persons can cause you to lose
control over the pneumatic tool.
2) Pneumatic tool safety
a) Use compressed air of Quality Class 5 in accord-
ance with DIN ISO 8573-1 and a separate mainte-
nance unit close to the pneumatic tool. The com-
pressed air supplied should be free of foreign
material and moisture to protect the pneumatic tool
from damage, contamination, and the formation of
rust.
b)Check the connections and the air supply lines. All
maintenance units, couplers, and hoses should con-
form to the product specifications in terms of pres-
sure and air volume. Too low pressure impairs the
function of the pneumatic tool; too high pressure
can result in material damage and personal injury.
c) Protect the hoses from kinks, restrictions, sol-
vents, and sharp edges. Keep the hoses away from
heat, oil, and rotating parts. Immediately replace a
damaged hose. A defective air supply line may result
in a wild compressed-air hose and can cause per-
sonal injury. Raised dust or chips may cause serious
eye injury.
d)Make sure that hose clamps are always tightened
firmly. Loose or damaged hose clamps may result in
uncontrolled air escape.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use com-
mon sense when operating a pneumatic tool. Do
not use a pneumatic tool while tired or under the
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influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A mo-
ment of inattention while operating a pneumatic
tool may result in personal injury.
b)Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will re-
duce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Make sure that the
pneumatic tool is switched off before connecting
it to the air supply, picking it up or carrying it.
When your finger is on the On/Off switch while car-
rying the pneumatic tool or when connecting the
pneumatic tool to the air supply while it is switched
on, accidents can occur.
d)Remove any adjustment tools before switching on
the pneumatic tool. A wrench or key left attached to
a rotating part of a pneumatic tool may result in per-
sonal injury.
e)Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. This enables better control of the
pneumatic tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew-
ellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
g)If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used. Use of dust col-
lection can reduce dust-related hazards.
h)Do not directly inhale the exhaust air. Avoid ex-
posing the eyes to exhaust air. The pneumatic
tool's exhaust air can contain water, oil, metal parti-
cles and debris from the compressor. This can cause
damage to one's health.
4) Pneumatic tool use and care
a) Use the clamping devices or a vice to secure and
support the workpiece. Holding the workpiece by
hand or against your body will not allow for safe op-
eration of the pneumatic tool.
b)Do not overload the pneumatic tool. Use the pneu-
matic tool intended for your work. The correct
pneumatic tool will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it is designed.
c) Do not use a pneumatic tool that has a defective
On/Off switch. A pneumatic tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.

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