BorMann 011286, Owner'S Manual

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Service
1. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.
2. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Use only authorized parts.
Air Source
1. Never connect to an air source that is capable of exceeding 200 psi.
Over pressurizing the tool may cause bursting, abnormal operation, breakage of the tool or serious injury to
persons.
Use only clean, dry, regulated compressed air at the rated pressure or within the rated pressure range as
marked on the tool. Always verify prior to using the tool that the air source has been adjusted to the rated air pressure or
within the rated air - pressure range.
2. Never use oxygen, carbon dioxide, combustible gases or any bottled gas as an air source for the tool. Such gases are
capable of explosion and serious injury to persons.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Specific Safety Instructions
1. The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
2. Obey the manual for the air compressor used to power this tool.
3. Install an in - line shutoff valve to allow immediate control over the air supply in an emergency, even if a hose is ruptured.
Assembly Precautions
1. Assemble only according to these instructions. Improper assembly can create hazards.
2. Wear ANSI - approved safety goggles and heavy - duty work gloves during assembly.
3. Keep assembly area clean and well lit.
4. Keep bystanders out of the area during assembly.
5. Do not assemble when tired or when under the influence of drugs or medication.
Silico sis and Aluminum Oxide Warnings
W ARNING! Abrasive blasting with sand containing crystalline silica can cause serious or fatal respiratory disease.
Exposure to crystalline silica may cause silicosis (a serious lung disease), cancer and death. Exposure to aluminum
oxide (a dust generated from material removing processes) can result in eye, skin and breathing irritation. Always
use approved respirator and safety goggles. Avoid skin exposure. Proper ventilation in the work area is required. Read and
understand the 10 recommended measures below to reduce crystalline silica exposures in the workplace and prevent
silicosis and silicosis related deaths.
Recommend the following measures to reduce crystalline silica exposures in the workplace and prevent silicosis and
silicosis-related deaths:
1. Prohibit silica sand (or other substances containing more than 1% crystalline silica) as an abrasive blasting material and
substitute less hazardous materials.
2. Conduct air monitoring to measure worker exposures.
3. Use containment methods such as blast - cleaning machines and cabinets to control the hazard and protect adjacent
workers from exposure.
4. Practice good personal hygiene to avoid unnecessary exposure to silica dust.
5. Wear washable or disposable protective clothes at the work site. Shower and change into clean clothes before leaving the
work site to prevent contamination of cars, homes and other work areas.
6. Use respiratory protection when source controls cannot keep silica exposures low.
7. Provide periodic medical examinations for all workers who may be exposed to crystalline silica.
8. Post signs to warn workers about the hazard and to inform them about required protective equipment.
9. Provide workers with training that includes information about health effects, work practices and protective equipment for
crystalline silica.