JET Tools JAT-501 User Manual - Page 3

Safety warnings General air tool warnings 1. Read and understand this entire manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand all warnings posted on the tool and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. 3. Replace warning labels if they become obscured or removed. 4. Do not use this tool for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, JET disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from that use. 5. Always wear approved safety glasses or face shield while using this tool. (Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.) 6. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) if the noise exceeds safe levels. 7. Wear gloves and protective clothing if operation produces sparks or flying particles. Gloves should be tight-fitting, without frayed fingers or hanging threads. Keep hands and body away from the working area of tool. 8. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead based paint. • Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products. • Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber. Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment, such as face or dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles. 9. Do not operate an air tool continually at full throttle without a work load on the tool. 10. The air tool must be properly lubricated before operating. 11. Never start a percussion type air tool (chipper, breaker, buster, etc.) without securing the tooling in the retainer and placing the tip against the work surface. 12. Do not operate air tool without its guards in place. Do not modify the tool. 13. Do not operate this tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication. 14. Adopt a comfortable posture with proper balance, and maintain secure footing at all times. Non-slip footwear or anti-skid floor strips are recommended. 15. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Confine long hair. 16. Excessive air pressure and too much free rotation may decrease life of the tool and may cause a hazardous situation. 17. Check air hoses for wear, and keep them away from heat and sharp edges. Repair or replace damaged air hose immediately. Do not carry tool by the air hose. 18. Air hose may cause tripping hazards; keep hose away from traffic areas. 19. Do not use this tool near flammable objects, or in potentially explosive environments. Do not use near live electrical wires. JET 3