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WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Abrasivetoolssuchas
sanders and grinders,
rotating tools such as drills,
and impact tools such as
wrenches, hammers,
and reciprocating saws
are capable of generating
sparks which could
result in ignition of
flammable materials.
• Neveroperatetoolsnear
flammable substances such
as gasoline, naptha,
cleaning solvents, etc.
• Workinaclean,well
ventilated area free of
combustible materials.
• Neveruseoxygen,
carbon dioxide or other
bottled gases as a power
source for air tools.
• Exceedingthemaximum
pressure rating of tools
accessories could cause
an explosion resulting
in serious injury.
• Usecompressedairregulated
to a maximum pressure at or
below the rated pressure
of any attachments.
WARNING: RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION)
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Abrasivetools,suchas
grinders, sanders, and
cut-off tools generate dust
and abrasive materials which
can be harmful to human
lungs and respiratory system.
• AlwayswearMSHA/NIOSH
approved, properly fitting face
mask or respirator when
using such tools.
• Somematerialssuchas
adhesives and tar contain
chemicals whose vapors
could cause serious injury
with prolonged exposure.
• Alwaysworkinaclean,dry,
well ventilated area.
CAUTION: RISK FROM NOISE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Longtermexposuretonoise
produced from the operation
of air tools can lead to
permanent hearing loss.
• AlwayswearANSI (S3.19)
hearing protection.