Harbor Freight Tools 38898 operating instructions Safety Warning & Cautions

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SAFETY WARNING & CAUTIONS

WARNING: When using pneumatic equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and hazards.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL!

1.KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

2.OBSERVE WORK AREA CONDITIONS. Do not use tools in damp, wet, or poorly lit locations. Don’t expose to rain. Keep work area well lit. Do not use electrically powered air compressors in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.

3.KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let them handle machines, tools, or hoses.

4.STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools must be locked up in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.

5.DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended. Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the tool’s capacities.

6.USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. Do not use a tool for a purpose for which it was not intended.

7.DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts. Nonskid footwear is recommended. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.

8.USE EYEAND EAR PROTECTION. Always wearANSI-approved chemical splash goggles when working with chemicals. Always wear ANSI-approved impact safety goggles at other times. Wear a full face shield if you are producing metal filings or wood chips. Wear an ANSI-approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal, wood, and chemical dusts and mists.

9.DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or across running machines.

10.MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect hydraulic lines and seals periodically and, if damaged, have them repaired by an authorized technician. Inspect all hoses for leaks prior to use. The handles must be kept clean, dry, and free from oil and grease at all times.

11.REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Make it a habit to check that keys and adjust- ing wrenches are removed from the tool or machine work surface before plugging it in.

12.STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate any tool when you are tired.

13.CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts or mounting fixtures; and any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician. Do not use the tool if any switch does not turn on and off properly.

14.REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories intended for use with this tool. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

15.DO NOT OPERATE TOOL IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.

16.MAKE SURE ALL EQUIPMENT IS RATED TO THE APPROPRIATE CAPACITY. Do not at- tempt any operations or hook up any equipment that would not meet the rated capacities of this tool.

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