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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Ensure that Health & Safety, local authority and general workshop practice
regulations are adhered to when using this equipment.
Familiarise yourself with the applications, limitations and potential hazards peculiar to the
riveter.
WARNING!
Disconnect the riveter from the air supply before changing accessories,
servicing or performing any maintenance.
Maintain the riveter in good condition (use an authorised service agent).
Replace or repair damaged parts. Use genuine parts only. Unauthorised parts may be
dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
Keep the work area clean, uncluttered and ensure that there is adequate lighting.
Keep the riveter clean for best and safest performance.
WARNING!
Always wear approved eye or face protection when operating the riveter.
Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is not slippery and wear non-slip
shoes.
Remove ill fitting clothing. Remove ties, watches, rings and other loose jewellery and contain,
and/or tie back, long hair.
Keep the riveter away from your body and at a safe distance from others.
Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the work area.
Secure unstable workpiece with a clamp, vice or other adequate holding device. Ensure that
spent rivet stems are disposed of correctly and do not cause a hazard.
WARNING!
Ensure that the correct air pressure is maintained and not exceeded.
Keep air hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Check air hose for wear before each
use and ensure that all connections are secure.
DO NOT
use the riveter for any purpose other than that for which it is designed.
DO NOT
use the riveter if the safety cap is not in place (see para. 4.4.).
DO NOT
operate the riveter if any parts are damaged or missing and ensure that the safety
cap is correctly fitted.
DO NOT
carry the riveter by the hose, or yank the hose from the air supply.
DO NOT
get the riveter wet or use in damp or wet locations or areas where there is
condensation.
DO NOT
allow untrained persons to operate the riveter.
DO NOT
point or fire the riveter at people or animals.
DO NOT
operate the riveter when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
intoxicating medication.
DO NOT
direct air from the air hose at yourself or others.
When not in use disconnect from the air supply and store in a safe, dry, childproof area.
Always connect a leader hose to the rivetter with a permanent coupling, see fig.1.
