Fatigue Technology Inc.
401 Andover Park East
Seattle, WA • USA 98188-7605
Tel: (206)246-2010
Fax: (206)244-9886
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57429 – Rev L
S
ECTION
2.0: S
AFETY
When used in accordance with these instructions, the puller unit is safe and easy to use. All general safety
precautions associated with hydraulic and pneumatically operated power tools should be observed. Many of these
are noted in this section.
Ultimately, operators are responsible for their own safety; however, the following general safety precautions should
be observed.
1. Wear eye protection when operating the puller unit. Safety stickers are shown in Figure 2.0-1.
Read manual before using
Always wear eye protection
Always wear ear protection
Figure 2.0-1
Safety Stickers
2. Disconnect the air supply when:
- Maintenance is to be performed
- Hydraulic hose is disconnected
- PowerPak is not in use
3. In the event of a ruptured or leaking hydraulic hose,
IMMEDIATELY RELEASE THE TRIGGER AND
DISCONNECT THE AIR LINE at the air coupler from the
PowerPak (see Figure 2.0-2).
Never use your hands to grasp a
leaking hose under pressure.
The force of escaping hydraulic
fluid could cause serious injury.
4.
Keep hands away from the nosecap assembly when actuating the
puller unit.
5.
Release the puller unit trigger when the mandrel clears the
workpiece or becomes
stuck.
6.
The end cap must always be in place while in use. Injury may occur if the end cap is removed during
operation. All new Little Brute Puller Units have been modified to ensure operator safety. However, rework
instructions are available from FTI for any Little Brute Puller Units that do not have a roll pin and air seal
adapter (shown in Figure 6.4-1).
Figure 2.0-2
Location of Air Disconnect
