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Workplace Hazards
WARNING
Slips, trips and falls are major causes of workplace injury. Be aware of slippery surfaces caused by use of the
tool and also of trip hazards caused by the air line or hydraulic hose.
Proceed with care in unfamiliar surroundings. Hidden hazards, such as electricity or other utility lines, can
exist.
This tool is not intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres and is not insulated against coming into
contact with electric power.
Make sure there are no electrical cables, gas pipes, etc., that can cause a hazard if damaged by use of the tool.
Dust and Fume Hazards
WARNING
Dust and fumes generated when using non-rotary percussive power tools can cause ill health (for example
cancer, birth defects, asthma and/or dermatitis); risk assessment and implementation of appropriate controls
for these hazards are essential.
Risk assessment should include dust created by the use of the tool and the potential for disturbing existing
dust.
Operate and maintain this tool as recommended in the instructions handbook, to minimize dust or fume
emissions.
Direct the exhaust so as to minimize the disturbance of dust in a dust-filled environment.
Where dust or fumes are created, the priority shall be to control them at the point of emission.
All integral features or accessories for the collection, extraction or suppression of airborne dust or fumes
should be correctly used and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Select, maintain and replace the consumable/inserted tool as recommended in the instructions, to prevent an
unnecessary increase in dust or fumes.
Use respiratory protection in accordance with employer’s instructions and as required by occupational health
and safety regulations.
Noise Hazards
WARNING
Exposure to high noise levels can cause permanent, disabling hearing loss and other problems, such as
tinnitus (ringing, buzzing, whistling or humming in the ears). Therefore, a risk assessment and implementation
of appropriate controls for these hazards are essential.
Appropriate controls to reduce the risk may include actions, such as damping materials to prevent workpieces
from “ringing”.
Use hearing protection in accordance with employer’s instructions and as required by occupational health and
safety regulations.
Operate and maintain this tool as recommended in the instructions handbook, to prevent an unnecessary
increase in noise levels.
Select, maintain and replace the consumable/inserted tool as recommended in the instructions handbook, to
prevent an unnecessary increase in noise.
If this tool has a silencer, always ensure it is in place and in good working order when this tool is operating.
The noise-emission value in this manual is measured in accordance with ISO standards. Since the real value
may change depending on the work condition, please use this tool with measurements in the actual condition.
Please don’t operate beyond the time set by the region where the tool is used.
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