SKU 98912
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Only use with accessories rated to
2.
handle the forces exerted by this tool
during operation. Other accessories
not designed for the forces gener-
ated may break and forcefully launch
pieces.
Use this tool with both hands only.
3.
Using tools with only one hand can
result in loss of control.
Do not lay the tool down until it has
4.
come to a complete stop. Moving
parts can grab the surface and pull
the tool out of your control.
Before using the Shear, make sure
5.
the Blades on the Shear Head (16)
are properly attached to the tool.
Also, make sure the Blades are not
dull, cracked, or bent.
The Blades will become hot while cut-
6.
ting. Allow the Blades to completely
cool before touching.
Allow the Blades to move at full
7.
speed before feeding them into the
workpiece. Do not force the Blades
into the workpiece when cutting. Ap-
ply moderate pressure, allowing the
Blades to cut without being forced.
When turning off the Shear, allow
the Blades to stop on their own. Do
not press against the Blades to stop
them.
Always use recommended replace-
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ment Blades. The recommended re-
placement Blades are available from
Harbor Freight Tools.
The warnings and precautions dis-
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cussed in this manual cannot cover
all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be under-
stood by the operator that common
sense and caution are factors which
cannot be built into this product, but
must be supplied by the operator.
vibration precautions
This tool vibrates during use. Re-
peated or long-term exposure to vibration
may cause temporary or permanent physi-
cal injury, particularly to the hands, arms
and shoulders. To reduce the risk of vibra-
tion-related injury:
Anyone using vibrating tools regu-
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larly or for an extended period should
first be examined by a doctor and
then have regular medical check-
ups to ensure medical problems are
not being caused or worsened from
use. Pregnant women or people
who have impaired blood circulation
to the hand, past hand injuries, ner-
vous system disorders, diabetes, or
Raynaud’s Disease should not use
this tool. If you feel any medical or
physical symptoms related to vibra-
tion (such as tingling, numbness, and
white or blue fingers), seek medical
advice as soon as possible.
Do not smoke during use. Nico-
2.
tine reduces the blood supply to the
hands and fingers, increasing the risk
of vibration-related injury.
Wear suitable gloves to reduce the
3.
vibration effects on the user.
Use tools with the lowest vibration
4.
when there is a choice between dif-
ferent processes.
Include vibration-free periods each
5.
day of work.
Grip tool as lightly as possible (while
6.
still keeping safe control of it). Let
the tool do the work.
