SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
RISK OF EYE OR HEAD INJURY
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
This particular air powered tool can
be capable of propelling materials
such as fasteners, metal chips,
sawdust, and other debris at high
speed which could result in serious
injury.
Compressed air can be hazardous
and propel objects and other
particles that can cause injury to soft
tissue areas of the body, such as
eyes and ears. Particles or objects
propelled by the stream can cause
injury.
Tools attachments can become
loose or break and fly apart,
propelling articles at the operator
and others in the work area.
WARNING
RISK OF LOSS OF HEARING
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Exposure to noise produced from the
operation of air tools can lead to
permanent hearing loss.
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
A air hammer is capable of
generating sparks, which can result
in ignition of flammable materials.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Always wear ANSI approved Z87.1
safety glasses with side shields.
Never leave operating tool
unattended.
Disconnect air hose when tool is not
in use, and place in a safe area.
For additional protection, use an
approved face shield in addition to
safety glasses.
Make sure that any attachments are
securely fastened and properly
assembled before use.
Always use the tool at a safe
distance from others in the work
area and ensure the work area is
safe at all times.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Always wear ANSI S3.19 hearing
protection.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Never operate tools near flammable
substances such as gasoline,
naphtha, cleaning solvents, etc.
Work in a clean, well-ventilated area
free of combustible materials.
Never use oxygen, carbon dioxide
or other bottled gasses as a power
source for air tools.
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