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SAFETY — Continued

WARNING

24.DO NOT OVERREACH.

Keep proper footing and balance at all times

25.NEVER USE STAPLER WHICH IS DEFECTIVE OR OPERATING ABNORMALLY.

If the Stapler appears to be operating unusually, making strange noises, or otherwise appears defective, stop using it immediately and arrange for repairs by a Hitachi authorized service center.

26.DO NOT DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM STAPLER WITH FINGER ON TRIGGER.

The Stapler can fire when re-connected to an air supply.

27.DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM STAPLER WHEN:

1)doing maintenance and inspection;

2)clearing a jam;

3)it is not in use;

4)leaving work area;

5)moving it to another location; and

6)handing it to another person.

Never attempt to clear a jam or repair the Stapler unless you have disconnected air hose from the Stapler and removed all remaining fasteners from the Stapler.

The Stapler should never be left unattended since people who are not familiar with the Stapler might handle it and injure the themselves.

28.STAY ALERT.

Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the Stapler when you are tired. The Stapler should never be used by you if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication that makes you drowsy.

29.HANDLE STAPLER CORRECTLY.

Operate the Stapler according to this Manual. Never allow the Stapler to be operated by children, individuals unfamiliar with its operation or unauthorized personnel.

30.NEVER USE STAPLER FOR APPLICATIONS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL.

31.HANDLE STAPLER CAREFULLY.

Because of high air pressure in the Stapler, cracks in the surface are dangerous.

To avoid this, do not drop the Stapler or strike the Stapler against hard surfaces; and do not scratch or engrave signs on the Stapler. Handle the Stapler carefully.

32.MAINTAIN STAPLER WITH CARE.

Keep the Stapler clean and lubricated for better and safer performance.

33.USE ONLY PARTS, ACCESSORIES OR FASTENERS SUPPLIED OR RECOMMENDED BY HITACHI.

Unauthorized parts, accessories, or fasteners may void your warranty and can lead to malfunction and resulting injuries.

Only service personnel trained by Hitachi, distributor or employer shall repair the Stapler.

34.NEVER MODIFY OR ALTER A STAPLER.

Doing so may cause it to malfunction and personal injuries may result.

EMPLOYER’S RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Ensure that this MANUAL is available to operators and personnel performing maintenance.

2.Ensure that Staplers are used only when operators and others in work area are wearing EYE PROTECTOR.

3.Enforce the use of EYE PROTECTOR by operators and others in work area.

4.Keep Staplers in safe working order.

5.Maintain Staplers properly.

6.Ensure that Staplers which require repair are not further used before repair.

SAVE THIS MANUAL AND

KEEP IT AVAILABLE FOR OTHERS!

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