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6 ENGLISH
WARNING:
The vibration emission during
actual use of the power tool can differ from the
declared value( s) depending on the ways in which
the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece
is processed.
WARNING:
Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use ( taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
off and when it is running idle in addition to the
trigger time) .
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
T h e EC d ec laration of c onf ormity is inc lud ed as A nnex A
to th is instruc tion manual.
SAFETY W ARNINGS
Pneumatic nailer/stapler safety
warnings
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings and
all instructions.
F ailure to f ollow th e w arnings and
instruc tions may result in serious inj ury , elec tric sh oc k
and/or fire.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
F or personal saf ety and proper operation and mainte-
nanc e of th e tool, read th is instruc tion manual bef ore
using th e tool.
General safety
1 .
Any other use except for intended use of
this tool is forbidden. astener driving tools
with continual contact actuation or contact
actuation shall only be used for production
applications.
2.
Keep ngers a ay from trigger hen not
operating this tool and when moving from one
operating position to another.
3.
Multiple hazards. Read and understand the
safety instructions before connecting, dis
-
connecting, loading, operating, maintaining,
changing accessories on, or orking near
the tool. Failure to do so can result in serious
bodily injury.
4 .
Keep all body parts such as hands and legs
etc. a ay from ring direction and ensure
fastener cannot penetrate workpiece into parts
of the body.
5 .
When using the tool, be a are that the fastener
could de ect and cause injury.
6 .
Hold the tool ith a rm grasp and be prepared
to manage recoil.
7.
Only technically skilled operators should use
the fastener driving tool.
8 .
Do not modify the fastener driving tool.
Modi cations may reduce the effectiveness of
safety measures and increase the risks to the
operator and or bystander.
9 .
Do not discard the instruction manual.
1 0.
Do not use a tool if the tool has been damaged.
1 1 .
Be careful hen handling fasteners, especially
hen loading and unloading, as the fasteners
have sharp points hich could cause injury.
1 2.
Al ays check the tool before use for broken,
misconnected or worn parts.
1 3.
Do not overreach. Only use in a safe working
place. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
1 4 .
Keep bystanders a ay hen orking in an area
here there is a likelihood of through traf c of
people) . Clearly mark off your operating area.
1 5 .
Never point the tool at yourself or others.
1 6 .
Do not rest your nger on the trigger hen
picking up the tool, moving bet een operating
areas and positions or alking, as resting
nger on trigger can lead to inadvertent opera
-
tion. or tools ith selective actuation, al ays
check the tool before use to ascertain the
correct mode is selected.
1 7.
Only wear gloves that provide adequate feel and
safe control of triggers and any adjusting devices.
1 8 .
When resting the tool, lay it do n on the at sur
-
face. If you use the hook e uipped ith the tool,
hook the tool securely on the stable surface.
1 9 .
Do not operate hen under the in uence of
alcohol, drugs or the like.
Projectile hazards
1 .
The fastener driving tool shall be disconnected
hen unloading fasteners, making adjust
-
ments, clearing jams or changing accessories.
2.
During operation be careful that fasteners
penetrate material correctly and cannot be
de ected mis red to ards operator and or any
bystanders.
3.
During operation, debris from orkpiece and
fastening collation system may be discharged.
4 .
Always wear protective goggles to protect
your eyes from injury hen using po er tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA, EN
in Europe, or AS NZS 33
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally re uired to ear a face
shield to protect your face, too.