SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT
Failure to follow these precautions could
result in personal injury, and/or damage to
property.
❐
When operating this tool, ALWAYS wear:
a.
approved impact resistant SAFETY
GOGGLES. (Eye glasses are NOT
safety glasses)
b.
a DUST MASK
c.
EAR DEFENDERS
d.
a good pair of INDUSTRIAL GLOVES
❐
ALWAYS
disconnect the tool when not
in use, and before carrying out any
maintenance
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ALWAYS
keep a safe distance between
yourself and other people when using
the tool.
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ALWAYS
maintain the tool with care. Keep
it clean for best and safest performance.
❐
NEVER
wear ill fitting clothing, remove
watches and rings.
❐
Quick change couplings should not be
located at the tool. They add weight
and could fail due to vibration.
❐
DO NOT
over-reach. Keep your proper
footing and balance at all times.
❐
DO NOT
force or misuse the tool. It will
do a better and safer job at the rate for
which it was designed.
❐
DO NOT
abuse hoses or connectors.
NEVER carry a tool by the hose, or yank
it to disconnect from the air supply. Keep
hoses away from heat, oil and sharp
edges. Check hoses for leaks or worn
condition before use, and ensure that
all connections are secure.
❐
DO NOT
exceed 90 PSI at the tool.
❐
DO NOT
modify the tool in any way.
❐
DO NOT
remove any labels. Damaged
labels should be replaced.
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This tool vibrates with use. Vibration may
be harmful to your hands or arms. Stop
using the tool if discomfort, a tingling
feeling or pain occurs. Seek medical
advice before resuming use.
❐
ALWAYS
use screens to protect people
in the vicinity from flying debris.
❐
NEVER
point the tool at anyone.
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WARNING
Compressed air can be dan-
gerous. Ensure that you are
thoroughly familiar with all
precautions relating to the use
of compressors and com-
pressed air supply.
AIR SUPPLY
Tools of this type, operate on a wide range
of air pressures. It is recommended that air
pressure to this tool does not exceed 90 PSI
(6.1bar), at the tool when running. Higher
pressure and unclean air, will shorten the tools’
life because of faster wear, and could be a
safety hazard.
Water in the air line will cause damage to
the tool, ensure it is properly maintained at
all times.
The recommended procedure to connect
this tool to an air supply, is shown at fig. 1 on
inside front cover.
The air inlet used for connecting air supply,
has a standard ¼” BSP thread.
Line pressure, or hose inside diameter, should
be increased to compensate for unusually
long air hoses (over 10m). Minimum hose di-
ameter should be 6mm (¼") ID., and fittings
should have the same inside dimensions.
ASSEMBLY
Connect a suitable hose to the Ratchet using
a ¼” hose adapter, (A whip hose with Quick
Fit coupling is available from your CLARKE
dealer), then connect the other end to the
airline.
NOTE:
ensure the airline is turned off.
Your Ratchet is now ready for use.
