Longacre 686 Series Pit Impact Gun - Operator’s Manual - Manual (Page 2)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using electric tools, machines or equipment, basic safety
Precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
Shock, and personal injury.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL.
1. KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Clean areas prevent injuries.
2. CONSIDER THE WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in damp,
wet, or poorly lit locations. Don’t expose your tool to the rain. Keep the work area
well lit. Don’t use any tools in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.
3. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All children should be kept away from the work area.
Don’t let them handle machines, tools and extension cords.
4. STORE UNUSED EQUIPMENT. Store equipment in a dry area to inhibit rust.
Equipment also should be in a high location or locked up to keep out of reach of
children.
5. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for
which it was intended.
6. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force a small tool or attachment to do the work of a
larger industrial tool. Don’t use a tool for a purpose for which it was not intended.
7. DRESS PROPERLY. Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry, they can get caught in
moving parts. Protective, non-electrically conductive gloves and non-skid footwear
are recommended when working. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair and keep it from harm.
8. USE EYE PROTECTION. Use a full face mask if the work you’re doing produces
metal filings, dust or wood chips. Goggles are acceptable in other situations. Wear
a clean dust mask if the work involves creating a lot of fine or coarse dust.
9. DO NOT TOUCH BITS OR BLADES WITH HANDS AFTER USE. They can
become extremely hot after the job is completed.
10. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work of possible. It’s safer than
using your hands and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
11. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach
over or across machines which are running.
12. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and safe performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean and
free fro oil and grease.
13. REMOVE ALL ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Make it a habit to check
that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from any rotating tool before using.
14. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry tools with a finger on the
switch. Be sure the direction switch is in the STOP position when not in use or
when changing attachments.
15. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing & use common sense. Don’t operate
any tool when you are tired.
16. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using the tool, any part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mountings, and other conditions that may affect its op-
eration. Check bits and blades to make sure they are sharp and not chipped.
Inspect screws and tighten any ones that are loose. Any part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless
otherwise indicated elsewhere in the instruction manual. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service center. Don’t use the tool if the switch does not
turn on and off properly.
17. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded
surfaces such as: pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures. When
drilling or cutting into walls, floors, or wherever “live” electrical wires may be, try to
ascertain whether there is a danger of shock.
18. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
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