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Warning: Safety Precautions
The following pages contain detailed warnings, cautions, and rules of safe operation.
Read carefully and become familiar before operating to avoid serious injury. We
expressly disclaim any liability for any injury to persons or damage to property which result
from your failure to take the precautions contained in this manual.
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WARNING: This tool is designed only for use by qualified operators. Qualification
is obtained through a thorough understanding of the Safety Warnings and operating
instructions as defined in this operating manual. NOTE: The labor regulations of many
states require that the operator of this tool on a job site be thoroughly trained and certified
for competence prior to operating this tool. For certification procedures, call: DESA
Technical Services Department, 1-800-626-2237.
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ALWAYS inspect to make sure the tool is working properly. If the tool does not work properly,
remove from service and tag DEFECTIVE. DO NOT use the tool again until it has been properly
repaired.
BEFORE USING
1.
ALWAYS handle the tool as if it were loaded. Before starting work, check that the tool is
unloaded and the muzzle is clear. NEVER load a tool unless it is going to be used.
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Operators and bystanders must ALWAYS wear goggles and ear protection which meet or
exceed ANSI standards.