Form ZCE864
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Date
2021August12/A
250 Snap-on Drive • PO Box 1596 • Murphy, NC 28906 • USA • Phone: 828-835-9765 •www.siouxtools.com
Form ZCE864
Date 2021August12/A
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Read and understand these instructions before operating this tool.
Original
Instructions
WARNING
When used improperly power tools can create hazardous situations.
Everyone using, maintaining, changing accessories or working near this tool must read, understand and follow these Safety Instructions!
Improperly used power tools can cause injury or death.
Air Ratchet Safety Messages
Sioux power tools may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Power tools can cause flying particles during use.
Wear safety goggles, user and bystanders.
Flying particles can cause injury.
Power tools generate noise.
Wear hearing protection, user and bystanders.
Prolonged exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
Power tools vibrate.
Avoid prolonged exposure to vibration, repetitive motions and uncomfortable positions.
Stop using the tool if discomfort, tingling feeling or pain occurs. Seek medical advice before resuming use.
Prolonged exposure to vibration, repetitive motions and uncomfortable positions can cause injury.
Risk of contamination from hazardous dust.
Wear an approved dust mask or respirator when using power tools that create dust.
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Inhaling hazardous dust can cause injury.
Sudden changes in motion or position can occur while using the tool.
Anticipate and be alert for changes in motion during start up and operation.
Maintain a secure grip.
Anticipate reaction force. Adjust your stance and hold tool securely.
Observe the position of the reverse mechanism before operating the tool and be aware of rotation direction when you press the
trigger.
Sudden changes in motion or position can cause injury.
Risk of entanglement.
Keep body parts away from moving parts.
Do not wear loose clothing and jewelry while operating tool.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
Do not carry tool with your finger on the trigger.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on.
Do not lock, tape, wire, etc., the trigger in the ON position.
Keep handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Always shut off air supply and disconnect tool from air supply when changing accessories.
Entanglement can cause injury.
Flammable vapors can explode.
Do not use near flammable vapors or near a gas line or gas tank.
Direct tool exhaust air away from flames or hot surfaces.
Do not lubricate tools with flammable or volatile liquids such as kerosene, diesel or jet fuel.
Use only recommended lubricants.
Explosion and flames can cause injury.
Lubricating oil is discharged with exhaust air.
Operate tool in a well-ventilated area.
Avoid breathing exhaust air.
Breathing air with oil mist can cause injury.
Electricity can cause electric shock.
Do not use on or near live electrical circuits, or under the influence of medication, drugs or alcohol.
This tool is not insulated against electrical shock.
Electric shock can cause injury.
Work area can contain hazards.
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Stay alert and use common sense when operating tool. Do not operate when fatigued, or under the influence of medication,
drugs or alcohol.
INSTRUCTIONS & PARTS LIST FOR FORCE SERIES RATCHETS 5011 & 5013
SERIAL “A”
