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Warning: Safety
Precautions
The following pages contain detailed warnings, cautions, and rules of safe opera-
tion. Read carefully and become familiar before operating to avoid serious injury.
We expressly disclaim any liability for any injury to persons or damage to property
which result from your failure to take the precautions contained in this manual.
WARNING: This tool is designed only for use by qualified operators. Quali-
fication is obtained through a thorough understanding of the Safety Precautions
and operating instructions as defined in this operating manual. NOTE: The labor
regulations of many states require that the operator of this tool on a job site be
thoroughly trained and certified for competence prior to operating this tool. For
certification procedures, call: DESA Power Tools™ Technical Services Department,
1-800-858-8501 (English Only) or visit www.desatech.com.
1. ALWAYS handle the tool as if it were loaded. Before starting work, check that
the tool is unloaded and the muzzle is clear.
NEVER load a tool unless it is going
to be used.
2. ALWAYS inspect to make sure the tool is working properly. If the tool does not
work properly, remove from service and tag DEFECTIVE. DO NOT use the tool
again until it has been properly repaired.
BEFORE USING
3. Operators and bystanders must ALWAYS wear goggles and ear protection which
meet or exceed the accepted standards for adequate protection in your country.
In the USA, refer to ANSI standards. In Canada, refer to CSA standards.
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