SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Tool operators and maintenance personnel must always comply with the safety precautions given in this manual and on the stickers and tags attached to the tool and hose.
These safety precautions are given for your safety. Re- view them carefully before operating the tool and before performing general maintenance or repairs.
Supervising personnel should develop additional pre- cautions relating to the specific work area and local safety regulations. If so, place the added precautions in the space provided in this manual.
This tool will provide safe and dependable service if operated in accordance with the instructions given in this manual. Read and understand this manual and any stickers and tags attached to the tool before operation. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equip- ment damage.
•Operator must start in a work area without bystanders. The operator must be familiar with all prohibited work areas such as excessive slopes, dangerous terrain con- ditions, and rail traffic.
•Establish a training program for all operators to ensure safe operation.
•Do not operate the tool unless thoroughly trained or under the supervision of an instructor.
•Always wear safety equipment such as goggles, ear, head protection, and respiratory protection at all times when operating the tool.
•Do not inspect or clean the tool while the battery power source is connected. Accidental arcing can cause seri- ous injury.
•Do not load brazing pins or ceramic rings while the bat- tery power source is connected. Accidental arcing can cause serious injury.
•Do not use the tool while it is connected to a battery charger.
•Ensure battery charging is only done in a dry environ- ment. Charging batteries in the rain or near standing water presents an electrocution hazard. Read the safe- ty and operation instructions provided with the battery charger before using the battery charger.
•Do not operate a damaged, improperly adjusted, or in- completely assembled tools.
•To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all tool repair, maintenance and service must only be performed by authorized and properly trained personnel.
•Do not exceed the rated limits of the tool or use the tool for applications beyond its design capacity.
•Always keep critical tool markings, such as labels and warning stickers legible.
•Always replace parts with replacement parts recom- mended by Stanley Hydraulic Tools.
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