Universal Air Tools HP002PGT - Manual (Page 2)

24) Don’t over reach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
25) Do not force the tool but allow it to cut.
26) When possible secure work with clamps or vice so both hands are It is recommended that the air pressure at the tool whilst the tool is
running is 90 p.s.i./6.3 bar. The tool can run at lower and higher
pressures with the maximum permitted working air pressure of 100
p.s.i./7.0 bar.
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Safety Rules For A Needle Gun
1) Read all the instructions before using this tool. All operators must be
fully trained in its use and aware of these safety rules.
2) Do not exceed the maximum working air pressure.
3) Use personal safety equipment.
4) Use only compressed air at the recommended conditions.
5) If the tool appears to malfunction remove from use immediately and
arrange for service and repair.
6) If the tool is used with a balancer or other support device ensure that
it is fixed securely.
7) Always keep hands away from the working attachment fitted to the
tool.
8) The tool is not electrically insulated. Never use the tool if there is any
chance of it coming into contact with live electricity.
9) Always when using the tool adopt a firm footing and/or position and
grip the tool firmly to be able to counteract any forces or reaction forces
that may be generated whilst using the tool.
10) Use only correct spare parts. Do not improvise or make temporary
repairs.
11) Do not lock, tape, wire, etc. the on/off valve in the run position. The
trigger/lever etc. must always be free to return to the 'off' position when
it is released.
12) Always shut off the air supply to the tool, and depress the
trigger/lever etc. to exhaust air from the feed hose before fitting,
adjusting or removing the working attachment.
13) Check hose and fittings regularly for wear. Replace if necessary. Do
not carry the tool by its hose and ensure the hand is remote from the
on/off control when carrying the tool with the air supply connected.
14) Take care against entanglement of moving parts of the tool with
clothing, ties, hair, cleaning rags, etc. This will cause the body to be
drawn towards the tool and can be very dangerous.
15) It is expected that users will adopt safe working practices and
observe all relevant legal requirements when installing, using or
maintaining the tool.
16) Do not install the tool unless an easily accessible and easily operable
on/off valve is incorporated in the air supply.
17) Take care that the tool exhaust air does not cause a problem or
blows on another person.
18) Never lay a tool down unless the working attachment has stopped
moving.
19) Never point a tool at any person.
20) Use only suitable pneumatic tool lubricants. This is important as a
safeguard against the “diesel effect” i.e. explosive mixtures firing.
21) Do not store needles at freezing and below freezing temperatures.
Freezing temperatures can make hardened-tool steels brittle which can
cause breakage and lead to injury.
22) Do not start tool until needles are in contact with the working
surface. Do not run tool unless retainer is fitted.
23) Always use tool with a whip hose as shown in fig 1.
Operating
Connect tool to a suitable air supply after having adjusted the position of
the front needle cover so that the needles project from the front end of
the tool by the required amount. When using the tool keep the tool
loaded sufficiently to do work. Do not overload the tool as it will reduce
the power. It is recommended that the tool is only run when the needles
are in contact with the work piece. Be aware that prolonged exposure
to vibration can cause injury. Do not continue to use the tool with broken
needles as this may cause damage to the tool.