Porter-Cable 136 - Manual (Page 3)

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Safety Recommendations
movements and postures dictated by the job design, it may be nec-
essary for the employer to take steps to prevent further occurrences.
These steps might include, but are not limited to, repositioning the
workpiece or redesigning the workstation, reassigning workers to
other jobs, rotating jobs, changing work pace, and/or changing the
type of tool used so as to minimize stress on the operator. Some
tasks may require more than one type of tool to obtain the optimum
operator/tool/task relationship.
The following suggestions will help reduce or moderate the effects
of repetitive work motions and/or extended vibration exposure:
• Use a minimum hand grip force consistent with
proper control and safe operation
• Keep body and hands warm and dry (cold
weather is reported to be a major factor con-
tributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome)
• Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation
— Smoking Tobacco (another contribut
ing factor)
— Cold Temperatures
— Certain Drugs
• Tasks should be performed in such a manner
that the wrists are maintained in a neutral posi
tion, which is not flexed, hyperextended, or
turned side to side
• Stressful postures should be avoided — se-
lect a tool appropriate for the job and work lo
cation
• Avoid highly repetitive movements of hands and
wrists, and continuous vibration exposure (af-
ter each period of operation, exercise to in-
crease blood circulation)
• Keep tool well maintained and replace worn
parts (a preventative maintanance program
with scheduled inspections is highly recom-
mended)
This information is a compilation of general safety practices ob-
tained from various sources available at the date of production.
However, our company does not represent that every acceptable
safety practice is offered herein, or that abnormal or unusual cir-
cumstances may not warrant or require additional procedures. Your
work may require additional specific safety procedures. Follow these
procedures as required by your company. For more information,
see the latest edition of ANSI B186.1, Safety Code for Portable Air
Tools available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc.,
11 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036.
Extension Neutral Flexion Radial Deviation Neutral Ulnar Deviation
Avoid Avoid Avoid OK Avoid OK
OVER
CAUTION
! Personal hearing protection is recommended when operating or working near this tool.
WARNING
! Impact resistant eye protection must be worn while operating or working near this tool.
Read Operating Instructions carefully. Follow the Safety Recommendations for your safety and the safety of others. Hearing protection is recommended in high noise areas (above 85 dBA). Close proximity of other tools, reflective surfaces, process noises, and resonant structures can substantially contribute to the sound level experienced by the user.
WARNING
! Repetitive work motions and/or vibration can cause injury to hands and arms. Use minimum hand grip force consistent with proper control and safe operation. Keep body and hands warm and dry. Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation. Avoid continuous vibration exposure. Keep wrists straight. Avoid repeated bending of wrists and hands.
Do not remove this tag until the operator of this tool has read these safety precautions.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Use eye and hearing protection.
2. Keep hands away from cutting
area.
3. Turn off air when not in use, when
changing or adjusting blades, or
servicing.
4. Secure work. Use clamps or vise
to hold work.
5. Stay clear of end pieces that may
fall after being cut off.
6. Keep blades sharp.
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Electrical and/or explosive hazard. Be
certain that the object being cut does not
contain electrical wires or gases.
WARNING !
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