
key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool increases the risk of personal
5.Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing
and balance enables better control of the tool 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. Wear heavy-duty work gloves during
7.Always wear eye protection. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles.
8.Always wear hearing protection when using the tool. Prolonged exposure to
high intensity noise is able to cause hearing loss.
1. Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against the body is unstable and is
able to lead to loss of control.
2. Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for the application. The correct tool
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which the tool is designed.
3. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn the tool on or off. Any tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
4. Disconnect the tool from the air source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool unintentionally. Turn off and detach the air
supply, safely discharge any residual air pressure, and release the throttle
and/or turn the switch to its off position before leaving the work area.
5. Store the tool when it is idle out of reach of children and other untrained
persons. A tool is dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
6. Maintain the tool with care. Keep a cutting tool sharp and clean. A properly
maintained tool, with sharp cutting edges reduces the risk of binding and is
7. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that affects the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
There is a risk of bursting if the tool is damaged.
8. Use only accessories that are identified by the manufacturer for the specific
tool model. Use of an accessory not intended for use with the specific tool model,
increases the risk of injury to persons.