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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce risk of injury, everyone using, installing, repairing,
maintaining, changing accessories on, or working near this tool must
read and understand these instructions before performing any such
task.
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The goal of Chicago Pneumatic is to produce tools that help
you work safely and efficiently. The most important safety
device for this or any tool is YOU. Your care and good
judgment are the best protection against injury. All possible
hazards cannot be covered here, but we have tried to
highlight some of the important ones.
For Additional Safety Information Consult:
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Your employer, union and/or trade association.
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US Department of Labor (OSHA); www.osha.gov; Council
of the European Communities europe.osha.eu.int
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“Safety Code for Portable Air Tools” (ANSI B186.1)
available from: www.ansi.org
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“Safety Requirements for Hand-Held Non-Electric Power
Tools” available from: European Committee for
Standardization, www.cenorm.be
Air Supply And Connection Hazards
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Air under pressure can cause severe injury.
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Always shut off air supply, drain hose of air pressure and
disconnect tool from air supply when not in use, before
changing accessories or when making repairs.
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Never direct air at yourself or anyone else.
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Whipping hoses can cause serious injury. Always check
for damaged or loose hoses and fittings.
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Do not use quick disconnect couplings at tool. See
instructions for correct setup.
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Whenever universal twist couplings are used, lock pins
must be installed.
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Do not exceed maximum air pressure of 90 psi/6.2 bar or
as stated on tool nameplate.
Projectile Hazards
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Always wear impact-resistant eye and face protection
when involved with or near the operation, repair or
maintenance of the tool or changing accessories on the
tool.
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Be sure all others in the area are wearing impact-resistant
eye and face protection.
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Never operate a tool unless the accessory is retained in
the tool with a proper retainer (see parts list).
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To avoid injury, retainer parts must be replaced when they
become worn, cracked or distorted.
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On overhead work, wear a safety helmet.
Operating Hazards
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To prevent damage to the tool and accessory, accessory
must be held firmly against work surface before tool is
throttled.
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Always shut off air supply, relieve hose of air pressure and
disconnect tool from air supply when changing
accessories.
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Avoid direct contact with accessory and work surface
during and after work as they become heated and sharp.
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Wear gloves to protect hands.
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Operators and maintenance personnel must be physically
able to handle the bulk, weight, and power of the tool.
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Holding the accessory with the free hand can be a source
of vibration exposure or injury.
Accessory Hazards
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Never use any chisel as a hand struck tool. They are
specifically designed and heat-treated to be used only in
air hammers.
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Select the correct shank and retainer for the tool being
used.
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Never use dull accessories as they require excessive work
pressure and can break from fatigue.
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Never cool a hot accessory in water. Brittleness and early
failure can result.
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This tool and its accessories must not be modified in any
way.
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Chicago Pneumatic hammers are not intended for use
with any accessories that are not listed in the catalog.
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Accessory breakage or tool damage may result from
prying. Take smaller bites to avoid getting struck.
Workplace Hazards
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Slip/Trip/Fall is a major cause of serious injury or death.
Be aware of excess hose left on the walking or work
surface.
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High sound levels can cause permanent hearing loss.
Use hearing protection as recommended by your
employer or OSHA regulation (see 29 CFR part 1910).
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Maintain a balanced body position and secure footing.
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Repetitive work motions, awkward positions and
exposure to vibration can be harmful to hands and arms. If
numbness, tingling, pain or whitening of the skin occurs,
stop using tool and consult a physician.
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Avoid inhaling dust or handling debris from the work
process which can be harmful to your health. Use dust
extraction and wear respiratory protective equipment
when working with materials which produce airborne
particles.
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Proceed with care in unfamiliar surroundings. Hidden
hazards may exist, such as electric or other utility lines.
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This tool is not intended for use in explosive atmospheres
and is not insulated for contact with electric power
sources.
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Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
- Lead from lead based paints
- Crystalline silica bricks and cement and other masonry
products
- And Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
rubber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how
often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work
with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that
are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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For professional use only.
