Cleco 75NLTVCE Series, Operation & Service Manual

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Safety Recommendations

Extension

Neutral

Flexion

Radial Deviation

Neutral

Ulnar Deviation

Avoid

Avoid

Avoid

OK

Avoid

OK

exposure to cold and dampness, diet, smoking and work
practices are thought to contribute to the conditions.

Any tool operator should be aware of the following warning
signs and symptoms so that a problem can be addressed
before it becomes a debilitating injury. Any user suffering
prolonged symptoms of tingling, numbness, blanching of
fingers, clumsiness or weakened grip, nocturnal pain in the
hand, or any other disorder of the shoulders, arms, wrists,
or fingers is advised to consult a physician. If it is deter-
mined 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 are not
limited to, repositioning the workpiece or redesigning the
workstation, reassigning workers to other jobs, rotating
jobs, changing 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 suggestions will help reduce or moderate the
effects of repetitive work motions and/or extended vibration
exposure:

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

• Keep body and hands warm and dry (cold weather is
  reported  to be a major factor contributing to Raynaud's
  Syndrome)

• Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation

—Smoking Tobacco (another contributing
    factor)
—Cold Temperatures
—Certain Drugs

• 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 — select a tool
  appropriate for the job and work location

• Avoid highly repetitive movements of hands and wrists,
  and continuous vibration exposure (after each period of
  operation, exercise to increase blood circulation)

• Keep tool well maintained and replace worn parts

Work gloves with vibration reducing liners and wrist sup-
ports are available from some manufacturers of industrial
work gloves. Tool wraps and grips are also available from
a number of different manufacturers. These gloves, wraps,
and wrist supports are designed to reduce and moderate
the effects of extended vibration exposure and repetitive
wrist trauma. Since they vary widely in design, material,
thickness, vibration reduction, and wrist support qualities,
it is recommended that the glove, tool wrap, or wrist
support  manufacturer be consulted for items designed
for your specific application. WARNING! Proper fit of
gloves is important. Improperly fitted gloves may re-
strict blood flow to the fingers and can substantially
reduce grip strength.

For more information on the safe use of portable air tools,
see the latest edition of ANSI B186.1, Safety Code for
Portable Air Tools, available from the American National
Standards Institute, Inc. 11 West 42nd Street, New York,
NY 10036.

This information is a compilation of general safety prac-
tices obtained from various sources available at the
dateof production. However, our company does not rep-
resent that every acceptable safety practice is offered
herein, or that abnormal or unusual circumstances may
not warrant or require additional procedures. Your work
may require additional specific safety procedures. Follow
these procedures as required by your company.

Warning Labels
The warning labels found on these tools are an essential
part of this product. Labels should not be removed. Labels
should be checked periodically for legibility. Replace
warning labels when missing or when the information can
no longer be read. Replacement labels can be ordered as
any spare part.

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CAUTION

!

Personal hearing protection is 

recommended when operating

or working near this tool.

WARNING

!

Impact resistant eye protection 

must be worn while operating 

or working near this tool.

Read Operating Instructions carefully. Follow

the Safety Recommendations for your safety 

and the safety of others.

Hearing protection is recommended in high noise

areas (above 85 dBA). Close proximity of other

tools, reflective surfaces, process noises, and

resonant structures can substantially contribute 

to the sound level experienced by the user.

WARNING

!

Repetitive work motions and/or vibration

can cause injury to hands and arms.

Use minimum hand grip force consistent with

proper control and safe operation.

Keep body and hands warm and dry.

Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation.

Avoid continuous vibration exposure.

Keep wrists straight.

Avoid repeated bending of wrists and hands.

Do not remove this tag until

the operator of this tool has

read these safety precautions.

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