RL301
2
rev. 05/13/04
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.
• For safety, top performance and maximum
durability of parts, operate this tool at 90
psig 6.2 bar max air pressure with 3/8"
diameter air supply hose.
• Always wear impact resistant eye and face
protection when operating or performing main-
tenance on this tool. Always wear hearing
protection when using this tool.
• High sound levels can cause permanent
hearing loss. Use hearing protection as
recommended by your employer or OSHA
regulation.
• Keep the tool in efficient operating
condition.
• Operators and maintenance personnel must
be physically able to handle the bulk,
weight and power of this tool.
• 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 accesso-
ry 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.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN INJURY.
• Place the tool on the work before
starting the tool.
• Slipping, tripping and/or falling while
operating air tools can be a major cause of
serious injury or death. Be aware of excess
hose left on the walking or work surface.
• Keep body working stance balanced and
firm. Do not overreach when operating the
tool.
• Anticipate and be alert for sudden
changes in motion during start up and oper-
ation of any power tool.
• Do not carry tool by the hose. Protect the
hose from sharp objects and heat.
• Tool shaft may continue to rotate briefly
after throttle is released. Avoid direct
contact with accessories during and after
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. Do not use chipped or cracked
grinding wheels. Grinding wheels should
be a free fit on the spindle to prevent
stress at the hole. Use only wheel collars
that come with the grinder for mounting
the grinding wheel. Flat washers or other
adapters may over stress the wheel. Always
use heavy paper blotter discs between
the wheel collars and the grinding wheel.
Tighten the wheel on the spindle to prevent
spin off when the 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 damaged
labels.
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