CAT-510 2 Rev. 07/07/05
THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CONTAINS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY
AND UNDERSTAND ALL INFORMATION BEFORE
OPERATING THIS TOOL.
• 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.
• Always wear hearing protection when
using this tool. High sound levels can
cause permanent hearing loss. Use hearing
protection as recommended by your
employer or OSHA regulation.
• 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 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.
• 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.
• Place the tool on the work before starting
the tool.
• 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.
• Keep body working stance balanced and
firm. Do not overreach when operating the
tool.
• 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.
• Correct grinding wheel mounting is
necessary to prevent injury from broken
wheels. Do not use chipped or cracked
grinding wheels. Grinding wheels should be
a free fit on the spindle to prevent stress at
the hole. Use only wheel collars that come
with the grinder for mounting the grinding
wheel.Flat washers or other adapters may
over stress the wheel. Always use heavy
paper blotter discs between the wheel
collars and the grinding wheel. Tighten the
wheel on the spindle to prevent spin off
when the air grinder is turned off.
• Do not lubricate tools with flammable or
volatile liquids such as kerosene, diesel or
jet fuel.
• Do not force tool beyond its rated
capacity.
• Do not remove any labels. Replace damaged
labels.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN INJURY
WARNING - FOLLOW THESE RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION!