Cornwell Tools CAT4150 - Operational Safety Precautions

2CAT4150 Rev. 06/04/10
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN INJURY.
THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CONTAINS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY
AND UNDERSTAND ALL INFORMATION
BEFORE OPERATING THIS TOOL.
•Alwaysoperate,inspectandmaintain
this tool in accordance with American
National Standards Institute Safety Code
of Portable Air Tools (ANSI B186.1) and
any other applicable safety codes and
regulations.
•Forsafety,topperformanceandmaximum
durability of parts, operate this tool at 90
psig 6.2 bar max air pressure with 3/8"
diameter air supply hose.
•Alwayswearimpact-resistanteyeandface
protection when operating or performing
maintenance on this tool. Always wear
hearing protection when using this tool.
•High sound levels can cause permanent
hearing loss. Use hearing protection as
recommended by your employer or OSHA
regulation.
•Keepthetoolinefcientoperating
condition.
•Operators and maintenance personnel
must be physically able to handle the
bulk, weight and power of this tool.
•Airunderpressurecancausesevereinjury.
Never direct air at yourself or others.
Always turn off the air supply, drain hose
of air pressure and detach tool from air
supply before installing, removing or
adjusting any accessory on this tool, or
before performing any maintenance on
this tool. Failure to do so could result
in injury. Whip hoses can cause serious
injury.Alwayscheckfordamaged,frayed
or loose hoses and ttings, and replace
immediately. Do not use quick detach
couplings at tool. See instructions for
correct set-up.
•Air powered tools can vibrate in
use. Vibration, repetitive motions or
uncomfortable positions over extended
periods of time may be harmful to your
hands and arms. Discontinue use of tool if
discomfort, tingling feeling or pain occurs.
Seek medical advice before resuming use.
•Placethetoolontheworkbeforestarting
the tool.
•Slipping,trippingand/orfallingwhileop-
eratingairtoolscanbeamajorcauseof
seriousinjuryordeath.Beawareofexcess
hose left on the walking or work surface.
•Keepbodyworkingstancebalancedand
rm. Do not overreach when operating
the tool.
•Anticipateandbealertforsuddenchang-
es in motion during start up and opera-
tion of any power tool.
•Donotcarrytoolbythehose.Protectthe
hosefromsharpobjectsandheat.
•Tool shaft may continue to rotate brief-
ly after throttle is released. Avoid direct
contact with accessories during and af-
ter use. Gloves will reduce the risk of cuts
or burns.
•Keepawayfromrotatingendoftool.Do
not wear jewelry or loose clothing. Se-
cure long hair. Scalping can occur if hair is
not kept away from tool and accessories.
Choking can occur if neckwear is not kept
away from tool and accessories.
•Impact wrenches are not torque control
devices.Fastenerswithspecictorquere-
quirements must be checked with suitable
torque measuring devices after installa-
tion with an impact wrench.
•Use only impact wrench sockets and ac-
cessories on this tool. Do not use hand
sockets and accessories.
•Donotlubricatetoolswithammableor
volatile liquids such as kerosene, diesel or
jetfuel.
•Donotforcetoolbeyonditsratedcapacity.
•Do not remove any labels. Replace any
damaged labels.