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PDSS 16 A1
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Hazards caused by noise
■ Excessive noise levels in conjunction with insufficient hearing
protection may lead to permanent hearing damage, loss of
hearing and other problems, such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing,
whistling or humming in your ears) .
■ It is essential to carry out a risk assessment with regard to these
hazards and implement suitable control mechanisms .
■ Suitable control mechanisms include measures such as the use of
insulating materials to avoid ringing noises from occurring on the
workpieces .
■ Use hearing protection as required by work and health safety
regulations .
■ The compressed air tool is to be operated and maintained in
accordance with the recommendations contained in these
instructions in order to reduce any unnecessary increase of the
noise levels .
■ Consumables and the tool should be selected, maintained and
replaced in accordance with the recommendations in these
instructions in order to avoid any unnecessary increase of the
noise levels .
■ The integrated silencer may not be removed and must be in good
working order .
Hazards caused by vibrations
■ Vibrations can damage the nerves and cause malfunctions to the
blood circulation in the hands and arms .
■ Wear warm clothing when working in a cold environment and
keep your hands warm and dry .
■ If you notice that the skin of your fingers or hands is becoming
numb, tingles, hurts or shows white discolouration, stop working
with the compressed air tool and consult a doctor .