Chicago Electric 40457 Power Hammer User Manual


 
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Vibration Safety
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated
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particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders. To
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Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for 1.
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by a doctor and then have regular medical
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are not being caused or worsened from
use. Pregnant women or people who have
impaired blood circulation to the hand, past
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diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should
not use this tool. If you feel any medical or
physical symptoms related to vibration (such
as tingling, numbness, and white or blue
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possible.
Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces 2.
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Wear suitable gloves to reduce the vibration 3.
effects on the user.
Use tools with the lowest vibration when 4.
there is a choice between different
processes.
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work.
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To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as 7.
explained in this manual. If any abnormal
vibration occurs, stop use immediately.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
GROUNDING
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC
SHOCK AND DEATH
FROM INCORRECT
GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION:
Check with a qualied electrician if
you are in doubt as to whether the
outlet is properly grounded. Do not
modify the power cord plug
provided with the tool. Never
remove the grounding prong from
the plug. Do not use the tool if the
power cord or plug is damaged. If
damaged, have it repaired by a
service facility before use. If the
plug will not t the outlet, have a
proper outlet installed by a qualied
electrician.
Double Insulated Tools: Tools with
Two Prong Plugs
Outlets for 2-Prong Plug
Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not 1.
require grounding. They have a special
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OSHA requirements and complies with
the applicable standards of Underwriters
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Association, and the National Electrical
Code.
Double insulated tools may be used in 2.
either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the
preceding illustration. (See Outlets for
2-Prong Plug.)
Extension Cords
Grounded1. tools require a three wire
extension cord. Double Insulated tools
can use either a two or three wire extension
cord.
As the distance from the supply outlet 2.
increases, you must use a heavier gauge
extension cord. Using extension cords with