7. DO NOT PLACE FINGER ON TRIGGER AND KEEP
FINGERS AWAY FROM TRIGGER WHEN NOT
DRIVING FASTENERS TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL
DISCHARGE.
Never carry the Nailer with fi nger on Trigger since
you could drive a fastener unintentionally and injure
yourself or someone else.
Always carry the Nailer by the handle only.
When using tools, basic precautions should always be followed, Including the following:
1. Work area
(1) Keep the work area clean and well lighted.
Cluttered benches and dark areas increase the risks
of electric shock, fi re, and injury to persons.
(2) Do not operate the Nailer in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
fl ammable liquids, gases, or combustible dust.
The Nailer is able to create sparks resulting in the
ignition of the dust or fumes.
(3) Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away
while operating the Nailer. Distractions are able to
result in the loss of control of the Nailer.
2. Personal safety
(1) Stay alert. Focus on your work and use common
sense when working with the Nailer. Do not use
the Nailer while tired, after having consumed
drugs or alcohol, or while under the infl uence of
medication.
A moment of inattention while operating the Nailer
increases the risk of injury to persons.
(2) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair increases the
risk of injury to persons as a result of being caught in
moving parts.
(3) Avoid unintentional starting. Be sure the switch
is off before connecting to the air supply. Do
not carry the Nailer with your fi nger on the switch or
connect the Nailer to the air supply with the switch on.
(4)
the air source before making adjustments, doing
Nailer maintenance, clearing jams, touching
SAFETY
– Disconnect the Nailer from
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WARNING
8. KNOW AND UNDERSTAND WHAT TRIGGER
SYSTEM YOU ARE USING.
Read and understand section titled "METHODS OF
OPERATION." (page 16 – 17)
the Push Lever, when not in use, leaving work
area, leaving the Nailer outside of the operator's
supervision or control, loading, or unloading the
Nailer, handing it to another person, elevating,
lowering or otherwise moving the Nailer to a new
location. Never attempt to clear a jam or repair the
Nailer unless you have disconnected air hose from
the Nailer and removed all remaining fasteners from
the Nailer. The Nailer should never be left unattended
since people who are not familiar with the Nailer
might handle it and injure the themselves.
Such precautionary measures reduce the risk of
injury to persons.
(5) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Proper footing and balance
enables better control of the Nailer in unexpected
situations.
(6) Use safety equipment. A dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes and a hard hat must be used for the
applicable conditions.
(7)
hearing protection.
Hearing protection shall have a Noise Reduction
Rating (NRR) determined in accordance with US
Environmental Protection Agency rules that is
appropriate for noise exposure.
(8) Always wear head protection.
Always wear head protection to protect your
head from fl ying objects.
(9) Do not attach the hose or Nailer to your body.
Attach the hose to the structure to reduce the risk of
loss of balance if the hose shifts.
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