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Unprotected exposure to high noise levels can cause permanent disability, hearing loss, and other problems such as tinnitus
(ringing, buzzing, whistling or humming in the ears).
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It is essential to assess the risks and implement appropriate controls for these risks.
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The risk of excessive noise can be reduced by appropriate attenuation of the processed details, so as to prevent secondary noise
emission, ie "ringing".
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Use appropriate hearing protection such as personal protective equipment such as ear muffs or earplugs.
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Operate and maintain the tool as recommended in this manual to avoid unnecessary increase in noise level.
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If the tool has a muffler, always make sure it is in place and in good working order when the tool is serviced.
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It is essential to conduct a risk assessment and implement appropriate workplace inspection prior to using the tool.
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Exposure to vibrations can damage nerves, blood supply to hands and arms.
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When working in cold weather, wear warm clothes, keep your hands warm and dry.
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If you experience numbness, tingling, pain or whitening of the skin of your fingers or hands, seek medical advice from a qualified
healthcare professional for general activities.
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Operate and maintain the tool in accordance with the recommendations contained in this manual to avoid unnecessary increase
in vibration level.
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Hold the tool with a light but secure grip as the risk of vibration is usually greater when the gripping force is higher.
Additional safety instructions for air tools
The following rules apply:
Compressed air can cause serious injury.
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Always shut off the air supply and disconnect the tool from the air supply when not in use.
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Always disconnect the device from the compressed air supply before changing accessories, repairing or moving the device.
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Keep fingers away from the trigger when not using the tool and as you move from one position to the next.
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Never direct compressed air at yourself or anyone else.
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Damaged pressurized hoses may move around and cause serious injury. Always check for damaged or loose hoses or
couplings.
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Never carry an air tool by lifting it by the hose.
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Never pull an air tool by the hose.
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When using air tools, do not exceed the maximum working pressure Ps max.
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Air tools should only be supplied with compressed air at the lowest possible pressure required for the work process in order to
reduce noise and vibration and minimize wear on the equipment.
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The use of oxygen or flammable gases to operate air tools presents a serious risk of fire and explosion.
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Exercise caution when using air tools as the tool can get cold affecting grip and control.
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