saFEty inForMation
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
rEad instruCtions
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pinCH & Cut HaZard!
• This tool has leveraged rotating components that generate greatly amplified crushing and bending forces which can quickly cause
severe injury! Keep fingers and hands away from moving parts when operating.
• Handling sharp metal can cause serious cuts. Wear thick, well fitting work gloves to prevent cuts from handling sharp metal.
inJury HaZard!
• Tremendous external torque loads are placed on this Tubing Bender during operation. This tool cannot be operated without adequate
support or severe personal injury or property damage can occur if it should suddenly be become dislodged or moves while in use.
Before beginning ANY work with this tool, it is absolutely necessary that it be securely bolted to a properly anchored Eastwood #21116
Bender Stand or a heavy, sturdy, anchored workbench.
FaLL HaZard!
• Strenuous physical force may need to be applied to the Tubing Bender during use. Failure to ensure proper footing can quickly result
in a fall which could inflict serious personal injury or property damage. Always work in a clean, uncluttered environment.
• Be sure there is sufficient working room around the tool to allow for safe handling of various lengths of tubing.
inJury & daMagE HaZard!
• Excessive resistance while operating could indicate a defect with the workpiece material or broken or damaged Tubing Bender
components. To avoid injury, stop work immediately and inspect workpiece material for nicks, dents, welds, excessive scale or
remaining coatings. Clean or repair as necessary or discard and begin with a new piece. Also inspect Tubing Bender components
for looseness or damage.
To order parts and supplies: 800.345.1178 >> eastwood.com
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