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• Moving to another work area.

• Passing the tool to another person.

13. Never use the tool if it is defective or operating abnormally.

14. This tool should be serviced at regular intervals by qualified service

personnel.

15. Avoid damaging the tool for example by applying excessive force of any

kind.

16. Always maintain the tool with care. Keep it clean for the best and safest

performance.

17. Quick change couplings should not be located at the tool. They add

weight and could fail due to vibration.

18. DO NOT force or misuse the tool. It will do a better and safer job at the rate

for which it was designed.

19. Do not remove any labels. Damaged labels should be replaced.

20. This tool vibrates with use. Vibration may be harmful to your hands or arms.

Stop using the tool if discomfort, a tingling feeling or pain occurs. Seek

medical advice before resuming use.

HAZARDS SPECIFIC TO SHEARS

1. Be careful around all moving parts and pinch points. Always keep your

fingers away from the point of cutting.

2. Ensure material is properly supported during cutting. Use supports for long

material. Hold the material securely to prevent it tilting during the cut. Use

clamps or vices to hold the work piece whenever possible.

3. Take care of sharp edges produced by the cutting operation.

4. Do not use damaged blades. When replacing blades make sure they are

correctly and securely mounted.

5. Anticipate the unexpected tool movement due to a binding blade.

Release the trigger immediately if this occurs.

TRANSPORT & STORAGE

1. Never carry the tool by the air hose.

2. Never carry the tool with your finger on the trigger.

3. When not in use the tool must be disconnected from the air supply and

stored in a dry place out of the reach of children (preferably in a locked

cabinet).

4. Avoid storing the tool where the temperature is below 0oC.