Compressor w/Nailgun
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Hazard Warnings (cont’d)
Risk of Injury
What could happen:
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Tools left unattended, or with the air hose attached
can be activated by unauthorized persons leading to
their injury and/or injury to others.
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Air tools can propel fasteners or other materials
throughout the work area.
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A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part
of the tool increases the risk of personal injury.
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Using inflator nozzles for duster applications can
cause serious injury.
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Air tools can become activated by accident during
maintenance or tool changes.
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Air tools can cause the work-piece to move upon
contact leading to injury.
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Loss of control of the tool can lead to injury to self or
others.
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Poor quality, improper, or damaged tools such as
grinding wheels, chisels, sockets, drills, nailers,
staplers, etc., can fly apart during operation,
propelling particles throughout the work area causing
serious injury.
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Fasteners could ricochet or be propelled causing
serious injury or property damage.
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Improperly maintained tools and accessories can
cause serious injury.
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There is a risk of bursting if the tool is damaged.
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The compressor unit starts automatically. Serious
injury could occur from contact with moving parts.
