Clarke 3110863, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Always disconnect from the air supply when:
a) Performing any maintenance
b) The air drill is not in use.
c) The air drill will be left unattended.
d) Moving to another work area.
e) Passing the air drill to another person.
• Never use the air drill if it is defective or operating abnormally.
• The air drill should be serviced at regular intervals by qualified service personnel.
• Avoid damaging the air drill for example by applying excessive force of any kind.
• ALWAYS maintain the tool with care. Keep it clean for best and safest
performance.
• Quick change couplings should not be located at the tool. They add weight and
could fail due to vibration.
• DO NOT force or misuse the tool. It will do a better and safer job at the rate for
which it was designed.
• DO NOT remove any labels. Damaged labels should be replaced.
• This tool vibrates with use. Vibration may be harmful to your hands or arms. Stop
using the tool if discomfort, a tingling feeling or pain occurs. Seek medical advice
before resuming use.
TRANSPORTATION
• Never carry the air drill by the air supply hose.
• Never carry the air drill with your finger on the trigger.
STORAGE
• When not in use the air drill must be disconnected from the air supply and stored
in a dry place out of the reach of children (preferably in a locked cabinet).
• Avoid storing the air drill in environments where the temperature is below 0 o C.