Metabo DKG 80/16 Manual Original página 13

- If universal swivel couplings (claw couplings) are
being used, locking pins are also required. You
should also use whip check hose restraints in
case there is a problem with the connection
between the hose and air tool or between the
hoses themselves.
- Ensure that the maximum pressure specified on
the air tool is not exceeded.
- Never carry air tools by the hose.
- Keep your fingers away from the trigger when the
tool is not used and when moving from one
operating position to another.
- Never pull an air-powered tool by its hose.
- The use of oxygen or flammable gases to operate
air-powered tools is not permitted and creates a
fire and explosion hazard.
- Be careful when using air-powered tools, since
the tool may become cold, affecting grip and
control of the same.
4.7 Additional safety instructions
- If applicable, observe any special health and
safety or accident prevention regulations
governing the use of compressors and
compressed air tools.
- Ensure that the maximum supply pressure speci-
fied in the Technical Specifications is not
exceeded.
- Do not overload the tool – use it only within the
performance range for which it was designed (see
"Technical Specifications").
- Use non-hazardous lubricants. Ensure the work-
place is adequately ventilated. If there is a large
amount of discharge: check the air tool and have
it repaired if necessary.
- Do not operate the tool unless you are completely
focused. You must be alert, pay attention to what
you are doing and proceed cautiously when
working with an air tool. Never use a tool when you
are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. Just one moment's carelessness
when using the tool can cause serious injury.
- Make sure your workplace is clean and well lit.
Untidy or poorly lit workplaces can cause acci-
dents.
- Keep air tools away from children.
- Do not store the tool outdoors or in damp condi-
tions without protection.
- Protect the air tool, especially the compressed air
connection and the control elements from dust
and dirt.
- Staple guns with contact actuation (see Technical
Specifications) are identified by the symbol "Do
not use on scaffolding or ladders" and must not be
used for certain applications, e.g.: - When
changing from one fastening point to another
involves the use of scaffolding, steps, ladders or
similar structures, such as roofing battens. -The
sealing of boxes or crates. -When fitting transport
locks, e.g. on vehicles or carriages.
Staple guns with contact actuation (see
Technical Specifications) must not be
used for certain applications, e.g.: -
When changing from one fastening point
to another involves the use of
scaffolding, steps, ladders or similar
structures, such as roofing battens. -The
closing of cartons, boxes or crates and
the installation of transport security systems on
trailers and trucks.
-Do not leave your finger on the trigger when
the tool is picked up, moved between work
areas and positions, or when walking, as
leaving your finger on the trigger could lead to
unintended operation. For units with a
switchable trigger, always check that the tool is
set in the correct mode before use.
-This tool has either switchable triggers for
contact actuation or continuous contact
actuation via trigger system selector or is a
contact actuation or continuous contact
actuation tool and has been marked with the
above symbol. Its purpose are production
applications such as pallets, furniture,
prefabricated houses, upholstery and
cladding.
-If this tool is used in switchable actuator
mode, always ensure that it is the correct
actuator setting.
-Do not use the tool in contact actuation for
applications such as the closing of cartons,
boxes or crates and the installation of
transport security systems on trailers and
trucks.
-Be careful when moving from one application
location to another.
Risks associated with vibration
- The effects of vibrations can damage nerves and
impair blood circulation in the hands and arms
- When working in cold environments, you must
wear warm clothing and keep your hands warm and
dry.
- If you notice that the skin on your fingers or hands
is numb, prickling or turning white, stop working with
the pneumatic tool immediately, notify your
employer and consult a doctor.
- The pneumatic tool must be operated in
accordance with the recommendations provided in
these instructions and must be maintained in order
to avoid unnecessarily raising the level of vibration.
- To avoid increasing the level of vibration
unnecessarily, consumables and the accessory
must be selected, maintained and replaced in
accordance with these instructions.
- Hold the pneumatic tool firmly but not too tightly
using the required manual torque reaction: the risk
of vibration is increased when the grip force is
higher.
The tool is not suited for driving in staples into hard
surfaces such as steel and concrete!
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