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GENERAL SAFETY
1. KEEP CHILDREN, VISITORS AND BYSTANDERS AWAY FROM TOOL.
Distractions can cause misuse and possible loss of control. When tool is not
operational it should be locked in a safe place out of the reach of children.
2. USE SAFETY GLASSES AND EAR PROTECTION: Air tool operators and
others in work area should always wear safety glasses and ear protection
to prevent injury from flying debris as well as possible hearing damage.
3. NEVER USE OXYGEN, COMBUSTIBLE OR ANY OTHER BOTTLED GAS
as a power source or it can cause an explosion and serious personal injury.
4. DO NOT CONNECT TOOL TO COMPRESSED AIR THAT EXCEEDS 120PSI.
5. MAKE SURE HOSE IS FREE OF ANY OBSTRUCTIONS OR SNAGS. Entangled
hoses can cause loss of balance or footing.
6. KEEP THE TOOL POINTED AWAY FROM YOURSELF and others at all times
and keep hands, any body parts away from rear area to safety guard
against possible injury.
7. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM AIR SUPPLY BEFORE LOADING FASTENERS
to prevent accidental firing during connection.
8. DO NOT KEEP THE TRIGGER OR SAFETY DEPRESSED WHEN LOADING
STAPLES. This can cause unintentional firing and accidental injury may occur.
9. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM AIR SUPPLY HOSE and close the compressor
before performing maintenance and during non-operation.
10. DO NOT OVERREACH DURING USAGE. Maintain proper footing at all times
to avoid loss of balance and possible injury.
11. DO NOT DRIVE FASTENERS CLOSE TO THE EDGE OF THE MATERIAL.
This can cause the workpiece to potentially split resulting in fasteners
ricocheting causing injury to you or your coworkers.
12. DO NOT DRIVE FASTENER ON TOP OF NAILED FASTENERS, or the
fasteners can ricochet causing personal injury.
13. NEVER USE A TOOL THAT IS LEAKING AIR, HAS MISSING OR DAMAGED
PARTS OR REQUIRES REPAIR. and make sure all the screws are securely
tightened.
14. ALWAYS OPERATE TOOL IN CLEAN WELL LIT AREAS. Be sure the work
area is clear of any debris.
15. ONLY USE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES recommend by manufacturer.
16. BE AWARE OF MATERIAL THICKNESS DURING USE. A protruding nail can
cause injury.
17. DO NOT DRIVE NAILS BLINDLY INTO SURFACES. Be aware of possible
electrical wires, plumbing or other types of obstructions that can cause
injury or damage.
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