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GENERAL HANDLING OF THE GCN150, GCN-MEP, AND FUEL CELL (GFC34)
1. Open the tool before operating to make sure it does not
contain fuel, and remove battery, if installed.
2.
Always
point the tool away from yourself and all bystanders.
3.
Never
place your hand over the front (fastener guide) of the tool.
4.
Never
operate the tool without checking to see if the fastener guide is free of
obstructions and that the tool is clean and in good working condition.
5.
Never
attempt to alter, modify or manufacture parts for use in your
Simpson Strong-Tie
®
tool, this can cause malfunctions and result in
unsafe functioning of the tool. Use only genuine Simpson Strong-Tie
parts, fasteners and fuel cells at all times.
6. Operators and bystanders must wear eye and ear protection, and head
protection is recommended. Serious injury or death can occur if personal
protective items are not used.
7.
REMEMBER:
Use common sense and good judgment. Use these tools
for their intended purpose only. Know the material you are fastening into
and make certain it is compatible with the gas-actuated tool.
8.
Always
properly brace yourself when working on scaffolding or ladders.
9.
Never
carry a loaded tool from job to job.
10.
Never
use the tool for anything other than its intended purpose.
11.
Never
carry fuel cells in the same pocket or container with fasteners
or any other hard objects.
12.
Never
use gas-actuated tools in flammable atmospheres.
13.
Never
strike or pry a fastener or fuel cell from the tool.
