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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
and birth defects (or other reproductive harm).
Wash hands after handling.
• Use extreme caution when loading grease into the grease gun to ensure that contaminants
are not introduced.
• Always make sure the dispensing nozzle of the grease gun is clean before
using. Pump a small amount of grease out of the dispensing nozzle, then
wipe off with a clean rag or lint-free cloth before attaching to the grease
fitting.
• Clean the grease fitting of all dirt before attaching the grease gun. Inspect
and replace damaged fittings. Also clean the grease fitting after applying
wipe fittings clean before applying grease.
grease. It is helpful to use grease-fitting caps to keep them clean, but still
• Ensure the proper grease is used at every grease point. Applying the wrong grease can cause
an incompatibility problem which can quickly cause bearing failure. Lubrication points should be
clearly identified with which grease is to be used. This can be done with colored labels, adhesive
dots or paint markers.
• Grease guns should be stored unpressurized in a clean, cool, dry area and in a horizontal
position to help keep the oil from bleeding out of the grease. Grease gun clamps make storage
easy and organized. Also cover the coupler to keep it free from dirt and contaminants.
• If air is trapped in the head and the gun does not work, then you need to loosen the head trigger
head from the barrel, push the plunger to expel trapped air and reattach.
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WARNING
CAUTION
• The product contains or produces a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer
