Safety
Do not modify this tool in any way, this can cause danger for the operator.
Make sure that this manual is accessible at all times for any relevant person, in case of loss of this manual ask your dealer for a new copy.
Risk of explosion or fire: Make sure that generated sparks and/or increased temperature of the work piece can not cause any explosion or ignite a fire.
Make sure that during operation of the tool no projectiles can be generated, this can be dangerous and may cause injuries.
Make sure that the work piece is securely fixed.
Make sure that the inserted tool or accessory is mounted correctly, if not it may cause high speed projectiles.
Make sure that no dangerous circumstances can occur for other persons in the work area.
Always wear safety glasses during operation of the tool. The grade of protection must be in relation to the risk of the operation.
Keep fingers out of reach of the inserted tool or accessory.
Never hold the drive shaft, socket, bit, inserted/mounted tool/accessory with your hands while rotating.
The use of safety-/working gloves is recommended.
Use ear protection as instructed by your employer or as required by occupational health and safety requirements.
Reasonable countermeasures have to be taken to keep the noise level as low as possible.
Disconnect the air supply before changing inserted tools, accessories, repairs or when the tool is not being used.
Always check that the mounted tool or accessory is not damaged. Breakage and flying fragments can cause injuries.
In case the tool is supplied with a guard, make sure this is mounted correctly without damages or cracks and never use the tool without the guard.
Make sure that your fingers can not be trapped between the accessory and guard.
In case of long hair, wear a hairnet otherwise it can be trapped causing injuries.
Never wear loose clothing, wear suitable clothing otherwise it can be trapped causing injuries.
Only use accessories for this tool that are designated for this tool by it’s manufacturer.
Convince yourself that no persons are in the working zone or danger zone.
The advised minimum age for operating this tool is 18 years.
Keep away from whipping hoses, this can cause injuries. A broken air hose or a hose that comes loose of the hose joint can start whipping. Shut down
the air supply immediately.
Keep the work place clean and organized, you may stumble and fall over a hose on the floor. Slippery floors and objects on the floor are major causes
of injuries.
This tool is not intended for use in potential hazardous areas and is not insulated from coming into contact with electric power.
In case that during the use of this tool dust is generated by either the process or the exhaust air blowing on dust in the environment, a risk assessment
has to made. Operator must use appropriate protection to prevent inhalation or skin contact.
Wear the appropriate clothing to feel comfortable at the workplace.
Cold exhaust air should be diverted from hands and body.
Air under pressure can cause injuries, be aware of this.
Never direct the exhaust air to yourself or anyone else.
Do not use quick change couplings direct on the air inlet of the tool as these may release during operation. Assemble at least 50 cm air hose with a hose
joint of shock resistant material.
In case universal twist couplings ( claw couplings) are used, the lock pins must be mounted.
Do not exceed the maximum air pressure as indicated on the tool.
Never carry the tool by the air hose.
On overhead work, use safety helmet.
Due to the process, the work piece, inserted/mounted tool/accessory may get hot causing burning injuries: Be aware of this.
A high force on the tool may cause high reaction forces on the tool.
Only use air hoses that are designed for it and are resistant against the used air pressure.
Check that sparks and debrises can not cause any hazard.
