Harbor Freight Tools 92857 Specific Safety Instructions, Silicosis and Aluminum Oxide Warnings

Specific Safety Instructions

1.The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

2.Do not exceed maximum 145 PSI.

3.Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.

4.Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into a compressor. Release the Trigger, and unplug it from its pneumatic air source before leaving.

5.Never point the Trigger at a human or an animal.

6.Use clamps (not included) or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform.

7.This product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children.

8.WARNING: This product, when used for abrasive blasting and similar applications, produces chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other reproductive harm). (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)

9.WARNING: The brass components of this product contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive harm). (California Health & Safety code § 25249.5, et seq.)

10.Obey the manual for the air compressor used to power this tool.

11.Install an in-line shutoff valve to allow immediate control over the air supply in an emergency, even if a hose is ruptured.

12.If any abnormal vibration occurs, stop use immediately.

Silicosis and Aluminum

Oxide Warnings

Warning: Abrasive blasting with sand containing crystalline silica can cause serious or fatal respiratory disease. Exposure to crystalline silica may cause silicosis (a serious lung disease), cancer and death. Exposure to aluminum oxide (a dust generated from material removing processes) can result in eye, skin and breathing irritation. Always use a NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) approved respirator and safety goggles. Avoid skin exposure. Proper ventilation in the work area is required. Read and understand the 10 recommended measures below

to reduce crystalline silica exposures in the workplace and prevent silicosis and silicosis related deaths.

NIOSH recommends the following measures to reduce crystalline silica exposures in the workplace and prevent silicosis and silicosis-related deaths:

1.Prohibit silica sand (or other substances containing more than 1% crystalline silica) as an abrasive blasting material and substitute less hazardous materials.

2.Conduct air monitoring to measure worker exposures.

3.Use containment methods such as blast-cleaning machines and cabinets to control the hazard and protect adjacent workers from exposure.

4.Practice good personal hygiene to avoid unnecessary exposure to silica dust.

5.Wear washable or disposable protective clothes at the work site. Shower and change into clean clothes before leaving the work site to prevent contamination of cars, homes and other work areas.

6.Use respiratory protection when source controls cannot keep silica exposures below the NIOSH REL.

7.Provide periodic medical examinations for all workers who may be exposed to crystalline silica.

8.Post signs to warn workers about the hazard and to inform them about required protective equipment.

9.Provide workers with training that includes information about health effects, work practices and protective equipment for crystalline silica.

10.Report all cases of silicosis to State health departments and to OSHA or the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)

11.The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

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