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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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TOOL USE AND CARE
Know this tool. Read manual carefully, learn its application and limitations, as well
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Use only fasteners listed in the Accessories section of this manual. Fasteners not
approved for use with this tool by the tool manufacturer may result in a risk of injury
to persons or tool damage when use in this tool.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
tools. There is a risk of bursting if the tool is damaged.
Maintain the tools with care. A properly maintained tool, reduces the risk of binding
and is easier to control.
Store the tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. A tool is
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Do not use the tool if the hammer cap does not turn the tool on or off. Any tool that
cannot be controlled with the hammer cap is dangerous and must be repaired.
Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do
the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding a tool with just one hand or against the body is unstable
and may lead to loss of control.
Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use a
clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, or any strong solvents to clean your tool.
Do not use the tool as a hammer.
Never use this tool in a manner that could cause a fastener to be directed toward
anything other than the workpiece.
Never use gasoline or other flammable liquids to clean the tool. Never use the tool
in the presence of flammable liquids or gases. Vapours could get ignited by a spark
and cause an explosion which will result in death or serious personal injury.
Do not remove, tamper with, or otherwise cause the trigger lock or trigger to
become inoperable. Do not operate any tool which has been modified in a similar
fashion. Death or serious personal injury could result.
Do not touch the trigger unless driving fasteners. Never attach air line to tool or
carry tool while touching the trigger. The tool could eject a fastener which will result
in death or serious personal injury. Also actuate the trigger lock to the safe position
when not in use.
Always fit tool with a fitting or hose coupling on or near the tool in such a manner
that all compressed air in the tool is discharged at the time the fitting or hose
coupling is disconnected. Do not use a heck valve or any other fitting which allows
air to remain in the tool. Death or serious personal injury could occur.
Never place hands or any other body parts in the fastener discharge area of the
tool. The tool might eject a fastener and could result in death or serious personal
injury.
Never carry the tool by the air hose or pull the hose to move the tool away from the
compressor. Keep hoses away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Replace any hose
that is damaged, weak or worn. Personal injury or tool damage could occur.
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WARNING!
Remove finger from the hammer cap (switch) when not driving
fasteners. Never carry the tool with finger on hammer cap, the tool is able to fire a
fastener.
WARNING!
Disconnect the tool from the air source before making adjustments,
doing tool maintenance, clearing jams, leaving work area, or unloading the tool. Such
precautionary measures reduce the risk of personal injury.
