FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN INJURY
THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CONTAINS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ
THIS
CAREFULLY
INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATING THIS
TOOL.
• Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below, may result in electric
shock, fire, explosion and/or serious personal injury.
It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure all
personnel read this manual prior to using the device.
It is also the responsibility of the device owner to keep
this manual intact and in a convenient location for all
to see and read. If the manual or product labels are
lost or not legible, contact Sunex Tools for
replacements. If the operator is not fluent in English,
the product and safety instructions shall be read and
discussed with the operator in the operator's native
language by the purchaser/owner or his designee,
making sure that the operator comprehends its
contents.
• 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 (users and bystanders).
• High sound levels can cause permanent hearing loss.
Always use hearing protection as recommended by
your employer an OSHA regulations while using this
tool (users and bystanders).
• Keep the tool in efficient 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 fittings, and replace immediately. Do
not use quick detach couplings at tool. See
instructions for correct set-up.
• Keep tool out of reach of children.
• 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.
• Slipping, tripping and/or falling while operating air
tools can be a major cause of serious injury or death.
Be aware of excess hose left on the walking or work
surface.
SX231B: Parts Breakdown & Operating Manual
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
AND
UNDERSTAND
WARNING
• Keep body working stance balanced and firm. Do
not overreach when operating the tool.
• Note direction of rotation BEFORE operating this tool.
ALL
• Anticipate and be alert for sudden changes in motion
during start up and operation 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 briefly after throttle
is released. Avoid direct contact with accessories
during and after use. Gloves will reduce the risk of
cuts or burns.
• Keep away from rotating end of tool. Do not wear
jewelry or loose clothing. Secure 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.
• Do not use (or modify) the tool for any other purpose
than that for which it was designed without consulting
the manufacturer's authorized representative.
• Correct bonded abrasive mounted point grinding
wheels, rotary files and carbide burrs are necessary
to prevent injury from broken accessories. Do not
use chipped or cracked bonded abrasive mounted
point grinding wheels, rotary files and carbide burrs.
Tighten the bonded abrasive mounted point grinding
wheels, rotary files and carbide burrs on the collet to
prevent spin off when the Die Grinder is turned off.
RPM
RPM
RPM
• RPM OF THE ACCESSORY MUST EXCEED TOOL RPM.
Use accessories rated at 25,000 RPM or higher.
• Never mount a grinding wheel, cut-off wheel, router
cutter or drill bit on a Die Grinder.
• Never use an arbor, mandrel or any other adapter
to convert the Die Grinder for any other
application.
• Do not lock, tape or wire the "on/off" safety
lever in the "on"position, as the lever must be
free to return to the "off" position when released.
• Use accessories recommended by Sunex Tools.
• Do not lu bri cate tools with flam ma ble or vol a tile
liq uids such as ker o sene, die sel or jet fuel.
• This tool is not insulated against electric shock.
• This tool must not be used in explosive atmospheres.
• Servicing and repairs should only be made by an
authorized service center.
• Do not force tool beyond its rated capacity.
• Do not remove any labels. Replace damaged labels.
• Failure to heed these warnings may reuslt in personal
injury and/or property damage.
WARNING: This product can expose you to
chemicals including nickel, which is known
to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. For more information go to www.
P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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