SX243
2
Rev. 11/19/04
WARNING!
This Instruction Manual Contains Important
Safety Information.
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND ALL
INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATING
THIS TOOL.
• Always operate, inspect and maintain
this tool in accordance with American
National Standards Institute Safety Code
of Portable Air Tools (ANSI B186.1) and
any other applicable safety codes and
regulations.
• For safety, top performance and maximum
durability of parts, operate this tool at 90
psig, 6.2 bar max air pressure with 3/8”
diameter air supply hose.
• Always wear impact-resistant eye and
face protection when operating or
performing maintenance on this tool.
Always wear hearing protection when
using this tool.
• High sound levels can cause permanent
hearing loss. Use hearing protection
as recommended by your employer or
OSHA regulation.
• Keep the tool in efficient operating
condition.
• Operators and maintenance personnel
must be physically able to handle the
bulk, weight and power of this tool.
• Air under pressure can cause severe
injury. Never direct air at yourself or
others. Always turn off the air supply,
drain hose of air pressure and detach
tool from air supply before installing,
removing or adjusting any accessory
on this tool, or before performing any
maintenance on this tool. Failure to do
so could result in injury. Whip hoses can
cause serious injury. Always check for
damaged, frayed or loose hoses and
fittings, and replace immediately. Do not
use quick detach couplings at tool. See
instructions for correct set-up.
• Air powered tools can vibrate in
use. Vibration, repetitive motions or
uncomfortable positions over extended
periods of time may be harmful to your
hands and arms. Discontinue use of tool if
discomfort, tingling feeling or pain occurs.
Seek medical advice before resuming use.
• Place the tool on the work before starting
the tool. Do not point or indulge in any
horseplay with this tool.
• Slipping, tripping and/or falling while
operating air tools can be a major cause
of serious injury or death. Be aware of
excess hose left on the walking or
work surface.
• Keep body working stance balanced and
firm. Do not overreach when operating
the tool.
• Anticipate and be alert for sudden
changes in motion during start up and
operation of any power tool.
• Do not carry tool by the hose. Protect the
hose from sharp objects and heat.
• Tool shaft may continue to rotate briefly
after throttle is released. Avoid direct
contact with accessories during and after
use. Gloves will reduce the risk of cuts
or burns.
• Keep away from rotating end of tool.
Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing.
Secure long hair. Scalping can occur
if hair is not kept away from tool and
accessories. Choking can occur if
neckwear is not kept away from tool
and accessories.
• Never use a chisel as a handstruck tool.
They are designed and heat treated to
be used only in air hammers. Select the
correct shank and retainer for the tool.
• Never use dull accessories. Never cool
a hot accessory in water as brittleness
and early failure can result. Accessory
breakage or tool damage may result from
prying. Take smaller bites to avoid getting
stuck.
• Do not lubricate tools with flammable or
volatile liquids such as kerosene, diesel or
jet fuel.
• Do not force tool beyond its rated
capacity.
• Do not remove any labels. Replace any
damaged labels.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN INJURY.
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