Vibration Hazards; Protective Equipment - Würth DCN 3264 Traducción Del Manual De Instrucciones De Servicio Original

Hazards caused by dust
If the tool is used in an area with
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static dust, it can stir up the dust and
cause a dangerous situation. The risk
assessment should include dust that is gener-
ated by use of the tool and the possibility of
whirling up existing dust.
Align the air outlet so that the dust load in a
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dust-filled environment is minimised.
Where hazards caused by dust exist, the
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priority is to control these by changing the
blowing out direction of the tool.
Noise hazards
Unprotected contact with high noise levels can
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result in permanent hearing damage, hearing
loss and other problems such as tinnitus
(ringing, buzzing, whistling or humming noise
in the ears). A risk assessment and the intro-
duction of suitable checks for such hazards
are therefore vital.
Suitable measures for reduction of the risk
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include, amongst others, material insulation
measures in order to prevent workpieces from
"ringing".
Use suitable hearing protection.
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Operate and maintain the tool according to
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the recommendations in the safety/operation
section to prevent an unnecessarily high noise
level.
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Vibration hazards

Appropriate information is essential for car-
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rying out a risk assessment of these hazards
and implementing suitable checks.
Vibrations can result in harm to the nerves and
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blood supply of the hands and arms.
When working in cold conditions, wear warm
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clothing and keep your hands warm and dry.
If you notice any numbness, tingling, pain or
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whitening of the skin of your fingers or hands,
consult a qualified occupational health practi-
tioner and tell them about all of your tasks.
Operate and maintain the tool according to
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the recommendations in this manual to prevent
an unnecessary increase in the vibration level.
Hold the tool with a light but secure grip be-
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cause the risk of vibrations is generally higher
if more force is used during gripping.
Safety instructions
If an operator is exposed to tool vibrations
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for a long time, there is a risk that they will be
subject to repeating loads.
Additional safety instructions for
Air tools:
Compressed air can cause severe injuries.
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Always disconnect the compressed air from
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the tool if you are not using it, changing acces-
sories, carrying out adjustments or repairs, or
are transporting it.
Never direct compressed air towards yourself
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or other persons.
Keep your fingers away from the trigger if you
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are not actually using the tool.
Look out for damaged hoses because these
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can cause severe injuries.
Never pull or carry the tool by the hose.
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Always comply with the maximum operating
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pressure of 8 bar and use the smallest pos-
sible pressure to minimise noise and vibrations.
Never use oxygen or flammable gases to
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operate the device.
Be aware of the temperature of the handle
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and the air outlet because these can become
extremely cold due to escaping air.

Protective equipment

Loose clothing, jewellery or falling objects, noise
and similar hazards could be a hazard for per-
sons. Persons using this device and who must
remain in the vicinity of the device, must wear
suitable personal protective equipment:
Safety helmet: protects the head against
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falling objects
Safety glasses: protect the eyes against falling
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objects, such as splinters and dust
Hearing protection: protects the ears against
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excess noise
Additional hazards for persons:
Prevent unauthorised persons and children
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from accessing the air nailer.
Only use the air nailer if it is in perfect condi-
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tion and has been correctly maintained.
Only use the air nailer with a correctly oper-
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ating safety loop.
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