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B4600 Battery-Powered Tool (
HK1189
) Alcoa Fastening Systems & Rings
IV. REPETITIVE MOTION HAZARDS:
1. When using the assembly power tool, the operator can
experience discomfort in the hands, arms, shoulders,
neck or other parts of the body.
2. When using tool, the operator should adopt a
comfortable posture while maintaining a secure footing
and avoid awkward or off balanced postures.
3. The operator should change posture during extended
tasks to help avoid discomfort and fatigue.
4. If the operator experiences symptoms such as persistent
or recurring discomfort, pain, throbbing, aching,
tingling, numbness, burning sensations or stiffness,
these warnings should not be ignored. The operator
should tell the employer and consult a qualified health
professional.
V. ACCESSORIES HAZARDS:
1. Disconnect tool from energy supply before changing
inserted tool or accessory.
2. Use only sizes and types of accessories and consumables
that are recommended. Do not use other types or sizes
of accessories or consumables.
VI. WORKPLACE HAZARDS:
1. Be aware of slippery surfaces caused by use of the tool
and of trip hazards caused by the air line or hydraulic
hose.
2. Proceed with caution while in unfamiliar surroundings;
there could be hidden hazards such as electricity or
other utility lines.
3. The assembly power tool is not intended for use in
potentially explosive environments.
4. Tool is not insulated against contact with electrical
power.
5. Ensure there are no electrical cables, gas pipes, etc.,
which can cause a hazard if damaged by use of the tool.
VII. DUST AND FUME HAZARDS:
1. Dust and fumes generated when using cutting-off
and crimping power tools can cause ill health; risk
assessment and implementation of appropriate controls
for these hazards are essential.
2. Risk assessment should include dust created by the use
of the tool and the potential for disturbing existing dust.
3. Operate and maintain the cutting-off or crimping power
tool as recommended in the instruction handbook, in
order to minimize dust or fume emissions.
4. Direct the exhaust so as to minimize disturbance of dust
in a dust-filled environment.
5. Where dust or fumes are created, the priority shall be to
control them at the point of emission.
6. All integral features or accessories for the collection,
extraction or suppression of airborne dust or fumes
should be correctly used and maintained.
7. Use respiratory protection in accordance with
employer’s instructions and as required by occupational
health and safety regulations.
VIII. NOISE HAZARDS:
1. Exposure to high noise levels can cause permanent,
disabling hearing loss and other problems such
as tinnitus, therefore risk assessment and the
implementation of proper controls is essential.
2. Appropriate controls to reduce the risk may include
actions such as damping materials to prevent workpiece
from ‘ringing’.
3. Use hearing protection in accordance with employer’s
instructions and as required by occupational health and
safety regulations.
4. Operate and maintain tool as recommended in the
instruction handbook to prevent an unnecessary
increase in the noise level.
5. Select, maintain and replace the consumable / inserted
tool as recommended to prevent an unnecessary
increase in noise.
6. If the power tool has a silencer, always ensure that it is in
place and in good working order when the tool is being
operated.
IX. VIBRATION HAZARDS:
1. Exposure to vibration can cause disabling damage to the
nerves and blood supply to the hands and arms.
2. Wear warm clothing when working in cold conditions
and keep hands warm and dry.
3. If numbness, tingling, pain or whitening of the skin
in the fingers or hands, stop using the tool, tell your
employer and consult a physician.
X. ELECTRIC SHOCKS, INJURIES OR FIRE HAZARDS
1. Do not overload the tool; work within the prescribed
work capacity.
2. Never use the tool in humid or wet environment or close
to inflammable substances or gases. Risk of explosion!
3. Ensure that the battery is properly secured in the grip.
4. Remove the battery when the tool is not in use and when
it is undergoing repair or service.
5. Do not use the tool as a hammer.
6. When not in use, keep tool in a dry, closed room and out
of the reach of children.
7. When working with the tool, always wear protective
goggles. Personal protection like clothes, gloves, safety
helmet, non-slip shoes, ear protection and anti-fall
protection are highly recommended.
8. The air inlets for the motor should not be obstructed. Do
not place anything in them.
9. When setting tool down, make sure that it cannot fall.
10. Use only genuine spare parts for repair.
11. Repair work must be carried out by skilled workers, or
send the tool back to the manufacturer.
12. Do not use the tool outside of riveting holes! The
fastener could be ejected from the tool! Never turn the
tool towards yourself or towards another person!
13. The mandrel container must be mounted on the tool
during operation.
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