
CAT355HD 2 rev. 02/05/16
WARNING - FOLLOW THESE RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION!
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.
• 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
personnelreadthismanualpriortousingthetool.Itis
also the responsibility of the tool 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
ornotlegible,contactCornwellToolsforreplacements.
If the operator is not fluent in English, the product
and safety instructions shall be read and discussed
withtheoperatorintheoperator's native language by
thepurchaser/ownerorhisdesignee,makingsurethat
theoperatorcomprehendsitscontents.
• Always operate, inspect and maintain this tool in
accordancewithAmericanNationalStandardsInstitute
SafetyCodeofPortableAirTools(ANSIB186.1)andany
otherapplicablesafetycodesandregulations.
• For safety, top performance and maximum durability of
parts, operate this tool at 90 psig; 6.2 bar max air
pressurewith3/8"diameterairsupplyhose.
• Always wear impact-resistant eye protection when
operatingorperformingmaintenanceonthistool(users
andbystanders).
• High sound levels can cause permanent hearing loss.
Alwaysusehearingprotectionasrecommendedbyyour
employer an OSHA regulations while using this tool
(usersandbystanders).
• Keepthetoolinefficientoperatingcondition.
• Operators and maintenance personnel must be
physicallyabletohandlethebulk,weightandpowerof
thistool.
• Airunderpressurecancausesevereinjury.Neverdirect
airatyourselforothers.Alwaysturnofftheairsupply,
drainhoseofairpressureanddetachtoolfromairsupply
before installing, removing or adjusting any accessory
onthistool,orbeforeperforminganymaintenanceon
this tool. Failure to do so could result in injury. Whip
hoses can cause serious injury. Always check for
damaged,frayedorloosehosesandfittings,andreplace
immediately.Donotusequickdetachcouplingsattool.
Seeinstructionsforcorrectset-up.
• Keeptooloutofreachofchildren.
• Airpoweredtoolscanvibrateinuse.Vibration,repetitive
motions or uncomfortable positions over extended
periodsoftimemaybeharmfultoyourhandsandarms.
Discontinue use of tool if discomfort, tingling feeling or
painoccurs.Seekmedicaladvicebeforeresuminguse.
• 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
orworksurface.
• Keep body working stance balanced and firm. Do
notoverreachwhenoperatingthetool.
• Placethetoolontheworkbeforestartingthetool.Donot
pointorindulgeinanyhorseplaywiththistool.
• Anticipate and be alert for sudden changes in motion
duringstartupandoperationofanypowertool.
• Do not carry tool by the hose. Protect the hose from
sharpobjectsandheat.
• Tool shaft may continue to rotate briefly after
throttle is released. Avoid direct contact with
accessories during andafter use. Gloves will
reducetheriskofcutsorburns.
• 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
keptawayfromtoolandaccessories.
• Do not use (or modify) the tool for any other purpose
thanthatforwhichitwasdesignedwithoutconsulting
themanufacturer'sauthorizedrepresentative.
• Drillbitscanbindsuddenlyandcauserotationofthe
work piece or tool, causing injury to arms and/or
shoulders.Enoughtorqueisgeneratedtocausefalls.
Always use sharp bits. Use less downward pressure
atbreakthrough.
• Never use dull, chipped or damaged accessories.
Never cool a hot accessory in water as brittleness
and early failure can result. Accessory breakage or
tooldamagemayresultfromprying.Takesmallerbites
toavoidgettingstuck.
• UseaccessoriesrecommendedbyCornwellTools.
• Donotlubricatetoolswithflammableorvolatileliquids
suchaskerosene,dieselorjetfuel.
• Thistoolisnotinsulatedagainstelectricshock.
• Thistoolmustnotbeusedinexplosiveatmospheres.
• Servicing and repairs should only be made by an
authorizedservicecenter.
• Donotforcetoolbeyonditsratedcapacity.
• Donotremoveanylabels.Replacedamagedlabels.
• Thisproductmaycontainoneormorechemicalsknown
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
thoroughly after handling.
• Failure to heed these warnings may result in personal
injuryand/orpropertydamage.