Operating instructions

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Keep the work area clean and tidy.

• Dress appropriately - Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Tie long hair

out of the way.

• Keep children and visitors away - Do not let children handle the tool.

Make sure that any other persons in the work area are dressed suitably

and are wearing eye and ear protectors.

• Keep the air supply hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

• Do not fit the tool to any stand or clamping device that may damage the

tool.

GENERAL USE

• Stay alert and use common sense - do not use the tool when you are tired

or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.

• Always wear eye protection when using the tool - eye protection must

provide protection from the front and the side.

• Always wear ear protectors when using the tool.

• Do not over-reach - keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• Never use any type of bottled gas as a source of power for the tool.

• Do not connect the air supply hose with your finger on the trigger of the

tool.

• Do not exceed the maximum pressure for the tool: 90 psi / 6.2 bar.

• Check hoses for leaks or worn condition before use and ensure that all

connections are secure.

• Do not use the tool for any other purpose than that described in this

booklet.

• Do not carry out any alterations or modifications to the tool.

• The tool should be serviced as required by your CLARKE dealer.

• Never use the tool if it is defective or operating abnormally.

• ALWAYS ensure the workpiece is firmly secured leaving both hands free to

control the tool.

• ALWAYS ensure the tool has stopped before putting it down after use.

• ALWAYS ensure that any attachments are correctly fastened before

connecting the tool to the power supply.