
CAT412HDG 2 04/24/09
WARNING - FOLLOW THESE RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION!
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.
• Forsafety,topperformanceandmaximum
durability of parts, operate this tool at
90psig/6.2barmaxairpressurewith3/8"
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.
• Highsoundlevels cancausepermanent
hearing loss. Use hearing protection as
recommended by your employer or
OSHA regulation.
• Keepthetoolinefficientoperating
condition.
• Operators and maintenance personnel
must be physically able to handle the
bulk,weightandpowerofthistool.
• 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.
•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.
• Place the tool on the work before
starting the tool. Do not point or indulge
inanyhorseplaywiththistool.
• Slipping, tripping and/or falling while
operating air tools can be a major cause
of serious injury or death. Be aware of
excesshoseleftonthewalkingorwork
surface.
• Keepbodyworkingstancebalancedand
firm.Donotoverreachwhenoperating
the tool.
• Anticipate and be alert for sudden
changes in motion during start up and
operationofanypowertool.
• Donotcarrytoolbythehose.Protectthe
hose from sharp objects and heat.
• Toolshaftmaycontinuetorotatebriefly
after throttle is released. Avoid direct
contactwithaccessoriesduringandafter
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.Donotusechippedorcracked
grindingwheels.Grindingwheelsshould
be a free fit on the spindle to prevent
stressatthehole.Useonlywheelcollars
thatcomewiththegrinderformounting
the grinding wheel. Flat washers or
other adapters may over stress the
wheel. Alwaysuseheavypaper blotter
discsbetweenthewheelcollarsandthe
grinding wheel. Tighten the wheel on
thespindletopreventspinoffwhenthe
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 any
damaged labels.