FORM NO. 1060‐145_rev
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Meritool LLC
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6. SERVICE
6.1
Tool service must only be performed by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by
unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
6.2
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of
this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of
shock or injury.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES – FOR POWERPUSH® 5000 CORDLESS CAULKING GUN
7. MATERIAL
7.1
Before using any material, be sure to read, understand, and follow the instructions of the manufacturer of that
material. Read the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) supplied by the manufacturer of the material and all
writing on the material and the container thoroughly. Material may not dispense properly if it is not at the
proper temperature. Material may pose a health hazard without adequate ventilation.
7.2
DANGER! Do not use to dispense any flammable or explosive material, any material that contains
petroleum distillate(s), or any material that cannot be used safely near sparks or near electric motors. Do not
use this tool, or any other power tool, if any phrases such as “Flammable”, “Explosive”, “Keep away from heat,
spark, and flame”, “Keep away from heat, spark, open flames and any ignition source”, “Petroleum Distillate”,
“Distillates (Petroleum)”, “Disconnect electric motors”, etc., appear. This product contains an electric motor.
All electric motors generate sparks and may ignite vapors from materials.
8. CONDITION OF TOOL
8.1
Do not use damaged tools. Lockout or clearly mark “DO NOT USE” until repaired. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained tools.
8.2
Do not alter or modify tool. Any alteration or modification is a misuse and may result in a dangerous
condition.
9. MAINTENANCE
9.1
Do not disassemble tool or Battery. At conclusion of its useful life, remove Battery from tool. Without further
disassembly, return Battery intact for recycling and/or discard tool intact. Disassembly and reassembly may
create an unsafe condition.
9.2
Do not adjust internal components. This may cause an unsafe condition.
9.3
Use only mild soap for cleaning. Other cleaning agents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc.,
may damage plastic parts. Do not immerse dispenser, battery, or charger in any liquid, as this may cause
damage and unsafe conditions.
9.4
Always unplug Charger before cleaning and when it is not in use. Failure to do so may result in shock or fire.
10. OPERATION
10.1
When operating the POWERPUSH® 5000, use both hands. Use of both hands will help prevent dropping the
tool which could cause damage to the tool or operator.
10.2
Do not place hand, finger, or other foreign objects in front of Pistons while Battery is attached. This could
result in injury to operator.
10.3
Do not use any attachments. Use of attachments could cause personal injury or damage to tool.
10.4
Do not operate without Pistons attached. This will damage the cartridge and may be dangerous.
10.5
Use only with Batteries of rated voltage and same type. Higher voltages may create an electrical hazard.
Other Battery types may fall from tool, creating a risk of personal injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND SYMBOLS
