Jet JAT-101, Operations & Parts Manual

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4 JAT-101,104,105 Impact Wrenches
20. Do not use power tools in damp or wet
location, or expose them to rain. Keep work
area well lighted.
21. Do not leave a connected tool unattended.
When not in use, disconnect tool from air
source.
22. Shut off air supply and discharge any residual
pressure from tool before removing hose,
making adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing tool.
23. Make sure tool is switched off, and your finger
off the trigger, before connecting to air supply.
24. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before
turning on tool.
25. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work
area. Keep children away.
26. Give your work undivided attention. Looking
around, carrying on a conversation and
“horse-play” are careless acts that can result
in serious injury.
27. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job
for which it was not designed. The right tool
will do the job better and more safely.
28. Repetitive motions and/or exposure to
constant vibration can be harmful to hands
and arms. Take frequent breaks and relax
hands during extended operation. Change
posture to avoid discomfort or fatigue.
29. Compressed air can be harmful if directed
toward sensitive areas of the body, and may
propel small particles caught in the air stream.
Exercise proper caution.
30. Use only recommended accessories;
improper accessories may be hazardous.
31. Maintain tools with care. Keep air tool clean
and oiled for best and safest performance.
32. Do not use combustible gases, carbon
dioxide, oxygen or any bottled gas as an air
source for the tool. These can present risk of
explosion and serious injury.
33. Do not lubricate the tool with combustible
liquids, such as kerosene, diesel or jet fuel.
34. Do not dispose of this tool with normal
household waste. Never dispose of the air tool
into fire.
Specific warnings for Impact Wrench
35. This impact wrench is designed for removing
and installing threaded fasteners. If you are
not familiar with the proper and safe operation
of a pneumatic impact wrench, do not use until
proper training and knowledge have been
obtained.
36. Use only impact sockets in good condition.
Sockets in poor condition may reduce impact
power, and could break, creating a safety
hazard.
37. Use only sockets designated for use with
impact wrenches. Never use hand tool
sockets, as they can shatter.
38. Never hold socket, drive or drive extension
with your hand during operation.
39. Make sure workpiece is secure and will not
shift while operating impact wrench. Do not
hold workpieces with your hand.
40. Make sure fastener can withstand rated
torque of impact wrench.
Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious, or even
fatal, injury.
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or
possible tool damage.