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Safety Recommendations
* Tasks should be performed in such manner that the wrists
are maintained in a neutral position, which is not flexed,
hyperextended, or turned side to side.
* Stressful postures should be avoided and can be controlled
through tool selection and work location.
Any user suffering from prolonged symptoms of tingling, numb-
ness, blanching of fingers, clumsiness or weakened grip, noc-
turnal pain in the hand, or any other disorder of the shoulders,
arms, wrists, or fingers is advised to consult with a physician. If
it is determined that the symptoms are job related or aggravated
by movements and postures indicated by the job design it may
be necessary for the employer to take steps to prevent further
occurrences. These steps might included, but are not limited to,
repositioning the work piece or redesigning the workstation, re-
assigning workers to the jobs, rotating jobs, altering work pace,
and/or changing the type of tool used so as to minimize stress
on the operator. Some tasks may require more than one type of
tool to obtain the optimum operator/tool/task relationship.
The following recommendations will help reduce or moderate
the effects of repetitive work motions and/or extended vibration
exposure:
* Use a minimum hand grip force consistent with proper control
and safe operation.
* Keep wrists as straight as possible.
* Keep body and hands warm and dry.
* Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation.
- Smoking Tobacco
- Cold Temperatures
- Certain Drugs
* Avoid highly repetitive movements of hands and wrists, and
continuous vibration exposure.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
OF RIGHT ANGLE AIRETROLS
Follow good machine shop practices. Rotating shafts and com-
ponents can entangle and enwrap, and can result in serious in-
jures. Never wear long hair, loose-fitting clothes, gloves, ties, or
jewelry when work
ing with or near a
drill or any machine with
exposed rotating shaft.
Drilling or other use of this tool may produce hazardous fumes,
particles, and/or dust. To avoid adverse health effects utilize
adequate ventilation and/or a respirator. Read the material safety
data sheet of any cutting fluids or materials involved in the drill-
ing process.
* Drill bits are sharp, handle them carefully to avoid injury. The
cutting tool maximum speed rating must equal or exceed the
rated speed of the tool.
* Attach the mandrel and the chuck securely to the Airetrol to
prevent tool from jumping off work.
* Use precautions when drilling because of the possibility of the
cutting tool bending or breaking.
* High reaction torque may be experienced by the operator when
reversing tool to remove the expander.
* Drill bits or accessories not centered properly in the chuck can
cause excessive wobble or vibration.
