Grizzly FLOORING STAPLER H5977 - Manual (Page 4)

Model h5977 (Mfg. since 2/07) -3 -
operating this stapler can propel
objects into the air, causing imme-
diate eye damage. to protect your-
self, always wear american national
standards institute (ansi) approved
safety glasses or goggles when oper-
ating this equipment. in addition, this
stapler discharges at 85-90 decibels.
to protect your hearing, always wear
ansi approved ear protection when
operating this stapler.
basic stapler safety
staples shot from this stapler could
cause severe injury to yourself or
another person. always point this
stapler away from people in the event
that it accidentally shoots, and use
this tool with respect and caution to
reduce the possibility of operator or
bystander injury.
in addition to the rules stated in the previ-
ous section, and those in the warning boxes
throughout this manual, please observe the
following safety tips for your new stapler:
1. read this entire manu-
al before operating the
stapler.
2. alWays disconnect air from
the stapler Whenever ser-
vicing or installing staples.
during maintenance, a stapler con-
nected to air may fire accidentally,
causing serious personal injury.
3. do not place hands near sta-
ple point of entry. staple can
deflect and tear through the surface of
the workpiece, puncturing your hand
or fingers.
4. never connect the stapler
to pressurized oxygen or
other combustible gases as
a poWer source. only use fil-
tered, lubricated, and regulated com-
pressed air.
5. never use gasoline or other
flammable liquids to clean
the stapler. vapors in the tool will
ignite by a spark and cause the tool to
explode.
6. only carry stapler by the
handle, carrying the stapler by the
air hose, nose, whack cap, magazine
etc. may cause it to accidentally fire in
an uncontrolled direction.
7. be careful not to bump the
actuating mechanism When
carrying or holding the
tool While connected to air.
if bumped, the tool may accidentally
shoot in a dangerous direction.