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Safety Information
• The tool and its accessories must not be modified in any
way.
• The trigger must never be removed or fixed by tape for
example.
• If the trigger is not working properly, make sure that it is
replaced.
• The air supply coupling should be separated from the
tool by a whip hose.
Personal protection equipment
Make sure to wear:
• Eye protection, goggles or a visor.
• Ear protection.
• Gloves.
• Steel toe-capped shoes.
• A helmet (for heavier applications).
• Avoid loosely hanging clothing, hair, jewellery (risk of
getting caught).
Working area
• Ensure that the area in which you are working is kept
free from other people so that no one can get injured.
• People nearby must also wear hearing and eye protec-
tion.
• Check that there is good ventilation and dust extraction
from the premises.
• There should be a stand or a place available, on which
the machine can be safely placed.
• Work within a sealed-off area, if possible with protecting
walls.
• Explosive atmosphere must not be ignited - use acces-
sories of non-sparking material.
• Avoid chiselling into electric wiring hidden inside walls.
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During work
• Before changing accessories, chisel or die, disconnect
the tool from the air supply,
• Stop using the tool if abnormally loud noises and vibra-
tions occur during use.
• Be aware that the chisel may break during operation.
• Never trigger a hammer unless held against the work
piece.
• Use vibration dampened tools if available.
• Reduce the total time of exposure to vibrations, espe-
cially if the chisel has to be guided by hand.
After the work is finished
• When finishing a job, disconnect the tool from its air
supply.
• Make sure that the tool is switched off and has come to a
complete stop before it is put down.
• Put down the tool carefully, so that there is no risk of the
tool starting by itself.
• Remove the chisel, die or punch when the work is over.
Maintenance
• Do not dismantle safety-related parts. These parts should
be completely replaced when damaged.
• Make sure you follow the service instructions and the
recommended service intervals.
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