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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your impact wrench works.
SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .
For multiple hazards, read and understand the safety instructions before installing, operating, repairing,
maintaining, changing accessories on, or working near the assembly power tool for threaded fasteners.
Failure to do so can result in serious bodily injury.
Only qualified and trained operators should install, adjust or use the assembly power tool for threaded
fasteners.
DO NOT MODIFY this assembly power tool for threaded fasteners. Modifications can reduce the
effectiveness of safety measures and increase the risks to the operator.
DO NOT DISCARD the safety instructions; give them to the operator.
DO NOT USE the assembly power tool for threaded fasteners if it has been damaged.
WORK AREA
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Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas increase the risks of
accidents.
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Do not operate the tool in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases,
or dust. The tool creates a spark which may ignite flammable liquids, gases or dust.
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Keep bystanders, children, and others away while operating the tool. Distractions could result in
improper use and cause injury.
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Avoid unintentional misfires. Always use caution to avoid accidentally firing. Do not point towards
yourself or anyone.
PERSONAL SAFETY
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Avoid unintentional firing. Keep fingers away from trigger when not working, especially when
connecting the tool to the air supply. Never carry the tool with the trigger depressed or engaged. Do
not lock, tape or wire the trigger for continuous operation.
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Always wear eye protection. Operator and others in the work area should always wear ANSI
Z87.1-approved safety goggles with side shields. Eye protection is used to guard against flying
fasteners and debris, which may cause severe eye injury.
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Always wear ANSI S3.19 hearing protection when using the tool. Prolonged exposure to high
intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
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Always wear gloves when using the tools. This will help prevent injury from vibration.
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Use safety equipment. A dust mask, non-skid safety shoes and a hard hat must be used for the
applicable conditions.
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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing,
jewelry, and gloves away from moving parts as they can be caught in moving parts.
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Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use
tool while you are tired, under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating the tool may cause serious injury.
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Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
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Do not use on a ladder or unstable supports. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of
the tool in unexpected situations.
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Make sure the hose is free of obstructions or snags. Entangled or snarled hoses can cause loss of
balance or footing and may become damaged, resulting in possible injury.
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Disconnect the product from the air source before making any adjustments.