Airetool 5524792, Operating & Service Manual

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Use of this tool may produce hazardous fumes, particles,
and/or dust. To avoid adverse health effects utilize adequate
ventalation and/or a respirator. Read the material safety
data sheet of any materials involved in the tube expansion
process.

Safety Recommendations

  This Airetool product is designed to operate on 90 psig
(6.2 bar) maximum air pressure. If the tool is properly sized
and applied, higher air pressure is unnecessary. Excessive
air pressure increases the loads and stresses on the tool
parts, mandrels, rolls and cages and may result in break-
age. Installation of a filter-regulator-lubricator in the air sup-
ply line ahead of the tool is required.

   Before the tool is connected to the air supply, check the
throttle for proper operation (i.e., the throttle moves freely
and returns to the closed “OFF” position when released).
Clear the air hose of accumulated dust and moisture. Be
careful not to endanger adjacent personnel. Before remov-
ing a tool from service or changing sockets, make sure the
air line is shut off and drained of air. This will prevent the
tool from operating if the throttle is accidently engaged.

repeti

tive 

motions and/or vibrations. Those individuals pre-

disposed to vasculatory or circulatory problems may be
particularly susceptibly. Cumulative trauma disorders such
as carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis can be caused
or aggravated by repetitions, forceful exertions of the hands
and arms. These disorders develop gradually over periods
of weeks, months, and years.

TASKS SHOULD BE PERFORMED IN SUCH A MANNER
THAT THE WRISTS ARE MAINTAINED IN A NEUTRAL
POSITION WHICH IS NOT FLEXED, HYPEREXTENDED,
OR TURNED SIDE TO SIDE.

STRESSFUL POSTURES SHOULD BE AVOIDED AND
CAN BE CONTROLLED THROUGH TOOL SELECTION
AND WORK LOCATION.

   Any user suffering from prolonged symptoms of tingling,
numbness, blanching of the fingers, clumsiness or weak-
ened grip, nocturnal pain in the hand, or any other disorder
of the shoulders, arms, wrists, or fingers is advised to con-
sult with a physician. If it is determined that the symptoms
are job related or aggravated by movements and postures
dictated by the job design, it may be necessary for the
employer to take steps to prevent further occurrences. These
steps might include, but not limited to, repositioning the
work piece or redesigning the workstation, reassigning
workers to other jobs, rotating jobs, altering work pace,
and/or changing the type of tool used so as to minimize
stress on the operator. Some tasks may require more than
one type of tool to obtain the optimum operator/tool/task
relationship.

   The following recommendations will help reduce or mod-
erate the effects of repetitive work motions

•

 Use a minimum hand grip force consistent  with
proper control and safe operation.

•

Keep wrists as straight as possible.

•

Keep body and hands warm and dry.

.

   It is essential for safe operation that any operator of an
Airetrol use good balance, sure footing, and proper posture
in anticipation of a torque reaction. Insure that the opera-
tors hand will not be wedged or pinched between the work
and the tool when operating.

•

Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation

- Smoking tobacco
- Cold temperatures
- Certain drugs

•     Avoid highly repetitive movements of the
      hands and wrists, and continuous  vibration ex
      posure.

NOTE : ANY USE OF THIS TOOL OTHER THAN ITS
DESIGNED PURPOSE COULD CAUSE  MAJOR
DAMAGE TO THE TOOL AS WELL AS POSE A RISK
TO THE OPERATOR.