Ryobi RA-NP2325-S, Operator'S Manual

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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For multiple hazards, read and understand the safety 
instructions before installing, operating, repairing, 
maintaining, changing accessories on, or working 
near, the air tool. Failure to do so can result in serious 
bodily injury.

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Only qualified and trained operators should install, 
adjust or use the air tool.

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Do not modify this air tool. Modifications can reduce 
the effectiveness of safety measures and increase the 
risks to the operator.

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Do not discard the safety instructions; give them to the 
operator.

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Do not use the air tool if it has been damaged.

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Tools shall be inspected periodically to verify that the 
ratings and markings required by this part of EN 792-
13 are legibly marked on the tool. The employer/user 
shall contact the manufacturer to obtain replacement 
marking labels when necessary.

PROJECTILE HAZARDS

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Be aware that the failure of the work piece, or 
accessories, or even of the fastener driving tool itself, 
can generate high-velocity projectiles.

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Always wear impact-resistant eye protection during 
the operation of the air tool. The grade of protection 
required should be assessed for each use.

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Ensure that the work piece is securely fixed.

ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS

Choking, scalping and/or lacerations can occur if loose 
clothing, personal jewellery, neck wear, hair or gloves are 
not kept away from the tool and accessories.

OPERATING HAZARDS

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Operators and maintenance personnel shall be 
physically able to handle the bulk, weight and power 
of the tool.

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Hold the tool correctly; be ready to counteract normal 
or sudden movements and have both hands available.

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Maintain a balanced body position and secure footing.

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Release the start-and-stop device in the case of an 
interruption of the compressed air supply.

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Use only lubricants recommended by the manufacturer.

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Personal protective safety glasses shall be used; suitable 
gloves and protective clothing are recommended.

REPETITIVE MOTIONS HAZARDS

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When using an air tool to perform work-related 
activities, the operator can experience discomfort in 
the hands, arms, shoulders, neck or other parts of the 
body.

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While using an air tool, the operator should adopt a 

comfortable posture while maintaining a secure footing 
and avoiding awkward or off-balanced postures. The 
operator should change posture during extended 
tasks, which can help avoid discomfort and fatigue.

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If the operator experiences symptoms, such as 
persistent or recurring discomfort, pain, throbbing, 
aching, tingling, numbness, burning sensations or 
stiffness, these warning signs should not be ignored. 
The operator should tell the employer and consult a 
qualified health professional.

ACCESSORY HAZARDS

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Disconnect the air tool from the compressed air line 
before fitting or changing the fasteners or accessory.

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Use only sizes and types of accessories and 
consumables that are recommended by the air tool 
manufacturer; do not use other types or sizes of 
accessories and consumables.

WORKPLACE HAZARDS

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Slips, trips and falls are major causes of workplace 
injury. Be aware of slippery surfaces caused by the 
use of the tool and also of trip hazards caused by the 
air line.

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Proceed with care in unfamiliar surroundings. There 
can be hidden hazards, such as electricity or other 
utility lines.

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The air tool is not intended for use in potentially 
explosive atmospheres and is not insulated against 
coming into contact with electric power.

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Ensure that there are no electrical cables, gas pipes, 
etc., that can cause a hazard if damaged by use of 
the tool.

NOISE EMISSION

The characteristic noise values for the fastener driving tool 
have been determined in accordance with EN12549:1999 
and EN ISO4871 "Acoustics-Noise test code for fastener 

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These values are tool-related characteristic values and do 
not represent the noise development at the point of use. 
Noise development at the point of use will for example 
depend on the working environment, the work piece, the 
work piece support, the number of driving operations, etc.
Depending in the conditions at the workplace and the form 
of the workplace, individual noise attenuation measures 
may need to be carried out, such as placing work pieces 
on sound-damping supports, preventing work piece 
vibration by means of clamping or covering, adjusting 
to the minimum air pressure required for the operation 
involved, etc.
In special cases it is necessary to wear hearing protection 
equipment.