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 safe- ty. Review 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 on in this manual.

The model IW12 Hydraulic Impact Wrench will provide safe and dependable service if operated in accordance with the instructions given in this manual. Read and un- derstand this manual and any stickers and tags attached to the tool and hose before operation.

Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equip- ment damage.

•The operator must start in a work area without by- standers. Flying debris can cause serious injury.

•Do not operate the tool unless thoroughly trained or under the supervision of an instructor. Establish a training program for all operators to ensure safe operation.

•Always wear safety equipment such as goggles, gloves, ear, head and breathing protection, and safety shoes at all times when operating the tool. Use gloves and aprons when necessary.

•Inspect tool daily for loose fasteners, missing parts and leakage. Have tool repaired if necessary.

•The operator must be familiar with all prohibited work areas such as excessive slopes and danger- ous terrain conditions.

•Maintain proper footing and balance at all times and do not overreach.

•Do not inspect or clean the tool while the hydraulic power source is connected. Accidental engagement of the tool can cause serious injury. Be observant of hydraulic and water hose lying about the work area, as they can be a tripping hazard.

•Always connect hoses to the tool hose couplers be- fore energizing the hydraulic power source. Be sure all hose connections are tight and are in good condi- tion.

•Do not operate the tool at oil temperatures above

140 °F/60 °C. Operation at higher temperatures can cause higher than normal temperatures at the tool which can result in operator discomfort.

•Do not operate a damaged, improperly adjusted, or incompletely assembled impact wrench.

•Never wear loose clothing that can get entangled in the working parts of the tool.

•Keep all parts of your body away from the rotating parts. Long hair or loose clothing can become drawn into rotating components.

•Always use accessories that conform to the speci- fications given in the OPERATION section of this manual.

•Do not reverse impact wrench rotation direction by changing fluid flow direction.

•Release the trigger if the power supply has been in- terrupted.

•When working near electrical conductors, always assume that all conductors are energized and that insulation, clothing and hoses can conduct electric- ity. Use hose labeled and certified as non-conduc- tive.

•To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all tool repair, maintenance and service must only be performed by authorized and properly trained per- sonnel.

•Serious injury or death could result from a tool or ac- cessories dropped from an elevated height.

•Warning: Hydraulic fluid under pressure could cause skin injection injury. If you are injured by hydraulic fluid, get medical attention immediately.

•During operation do not contact the impact mecha- nism, accessories or hardware as they can become very hot; use your (PPE) Personal Protection Equip- ment.

•Warning: Use of this tool on certain materials during demolition could generate dust potentially contain- ing a variety of hazardous substances such as as- bestos, silica or lead. Inhalation of dust containing these or other hazardous substances could result in serious injury, cancer or death. Protect yourself and those around you. Research and understand the materials you are cutting. Follow correct safety procedures and comply with all applicable national, state or provisional health and safety regulations relating to them, including, if appropriate arranging for the safe disposal of the materials by a qualified person.

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