Vibration Hazards; Additional Safety Instructions For Pneumatic Power Tools - Silverline 598446 Mode D'emploi

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• Personal protective safety glasses should be used; suitable gloves and protective clothing
are recommended
• Inspect the cutting disc before each use. Do not use if cracked or broken or if it has been
dropped
• Avoid direct contact with moving parts in order to prevent pinching or cutting of hands or
other body parts.
• Wear suitable gloves to protect hands
• Never switch the tool on or off while the disc is in contact with the workpiece
• There is a risk of electrostatic discharge if used on plastic and other non-conductive
materials
• Potentially explosive atmospheres can be caused by dust and fumes resulting from cutting
or grinding
• Always use dust extraction or suppression systems which are suitable for the material
being processed
Repetitive Motions Hazards
• When using this tool to perform work-related activities, the operator can experience
discomfort in the hands, arms, shoulders, neck or other parts of the body
• While using this tool, the operator should adopt a comfortable posture whilst maintaining
secure footing and avoiding awkward or off-balance postures. The operator should change
posture during extended tasks; this can help avoid discomfort and fatigue
• If the operator experiences symptoms such as persistent or recurring discomfort, pain,
throbbing, aching, tingling, numbness, burning sensations or stiffness, these warning
signs should not be ignored. The operator should inform the employer and consult a
qualified health professional
Accessory Hazards
• Disconnect the tool from the energy supply before fitting or changing the inserted tool
or accessory
• Avoid direct contact with the inserted tool during and after use, as it can be hot or sharp
• Use only sizes and types of accessories and consumables that are recommended by the
manufacturer of this tool; do not use other types or sizes of accessories or consumables
• Grinding discs should not be used
• Check that the maximum operating speed of the cutting disc is higher than the rated
speed of the tool
Workplace Hazards
• Slips, trips and falls are major causes of workplace injury. Be aware of slippery surfaces
caused by use of the tool and also of trip hazards caused by the air line or hydraulic hose
• This tool is not intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres and is not insulated
against contact with electric power
• Ensure that there are no electrical cables, gas pipes, etc., which can cause a hazard if
damaged by use of the tool
Dust and Fume Hazards
• Dust and fumes generated when using this tool can cause ill health (for example cancer,
birth defects, asthma and/or dermatitis); risk assessment and implementation of
appropriate controls for these hazards are essential
• Risk assessment should include dust created by the use of the tool and the potential for
disturbing existing dust
• Operate and maintain this tool as recommended in these instructions, to minimise dust
or fume emissions
• Direct the exhaust so as to minimise disturbance of dust in a dust-filled environment
• Where dust or fumes are created, the priority should be to control them at the point of
emission
• All integral features or accessories for the collection, extraction or suppression of
airborne dust or fumes should be correctly used and maintained in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions
• Select, maintain and replace the consumable/inserted tool as recommended in the
instruction handbook, to prevent an unnecessary increase in dust or fumes
• Use respiratory protection in accordance with employer's instructions and as required by
occupational health and safety regulations
Noise Hazards
• Exposure to high noise levels can cause permanent, disabling hearing loss and other
problems, such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing, whistling or humming in the ears). Therefore,
risk assessment and implementation of appropriate controls for these hazards are essential
• Appropriate controls to reduce the risk can include actions such as damping materials to
prevent workpieces from 'ringing'
• Use hearing protection in accordance with employer's instructions and as required by
occupational health and safety regulations
• Operate and maintain this tool as recommended in the instruction handbook, to prevent
an unnecessary increase in the noise level
• Select, maintain and replace the consumable/inserted tool as recommended in the
instruction handbook, to prevent an unnecessary increase in noise
• If the tool has a silencer, always ensure it is in place and in good working order when the
tool is being operated

Vibration Hazards

• This information shall draw attention to vibration hazards that have not been eliminated by
design and construction and remain as residual vibration risks. It shall enable employers
to identify the circumstances in which the operator is likely to be at risk from vibration
exposure If the vibration-emission value obtained using ISO 28927-3 does not adequately
represent the vibration emission in the intended uses (and foreseeable misuses) of the
machine, additional information and/or warnings shall be supplied to enable the risks
arising from vibration to be assessed and managed.
• Exposure to vibration can cause disabling damage to the nerves and blood supply of the
hands and arms
• Wear warm clothing when working in cold conditions and keep your hands warm and dry
• If you experience numbness, tingling, pain or whitening of the skin in your fingers or
hands, stop using the sander or polisher, inform your employer and consult a physician
• Operate and maintain the sander or polisher as recommended in the instruction
handbook, to prevent an unnecessary increase in vibration levels
• Hold the tool with a light but safe grip, taking account of the required hand reaction forces,
because the risk from vibration is generally greater when the grip force is higher
Additional Safety Instructions for
Pneumatic Power Tools
Air under pressure can cause severe injury:
• Always shut off air supply, drain hose of air pressure and disconnect tool from air supply
when not in use, before changing accessories or when making repairs
• Never direct air at yourself or anyone else
• Whipping hoses can cause severe injury. Always check for damaged or loose hoses and
fittings
• Whenever universal twist couplings (claw couplings) are used, lock pins should be installed
and whipcheck safety cables should be used to safeguard against possible hose-to-tool or
hose-to-hose connection failure
• Do not exceed the maximum air pressure stated on the tool
• Never carry an air tool by the hose
Air Cut-Off Tool Safety
a) This power tool is intended to function as a cut-off tool. Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with the power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in serious injury.
b) Operations such as grinding, sanding, wire brushing or polishing are not
recommended to be performed with this power tool. Operations for which the power
tool was not designed may create a hazard and cause personal injury.
c) Do not use accessories which are not specifically designed and recommended by
the tool manufacturer. Just because the accessory can be attached to your power tool it
does not assure safe operation. Never use spacers or bushings to make an incorrectly-sized
accessory fit the tool.
d) The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the maximum speed
marked on the power tool. Accessories running faster than their rated speed can break
and fly apart.
e) The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory must be within the
capacity rating of your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be adequately
guarded or controlled.
f) The arbour size of wheels, flanges, backing pads or any other accessory must
properly fit on the spindle of your power tool. Accessories with arbour holes that do not
match the mounting hardware of the power tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively
and may cause loss of control.
g) Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use inspect the accessory such as
abrasive wheels for chips and cracks, backing pad for cracks, tear or excess wear.
If power tool or accessory is dropped, inspect for damage or install an undamaged
accessory. After inspecting and installing an accessory, position yourself and
bystanders away from the plane of the rotating accessory and run the power tool at
maximum no-load speed for one minute. Damaged accessories will normally break apart
during this test time.
h) Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on application, use face shield,
safety goggles or safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing protectors,
gloves and workshop apron capable of stopping small abrasive or workpiece
fragments. Eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris generated by various
operations. The dust mask or respirator must be capable of filtrating particles generated by
your operation. Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
i) Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the work area. Anyone entering the work
area must wear personal protective equipment. Fragments of workpiece or of a broken
accessory may fly away and cause injury beyond immediate area of operation.
j) Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, when performing an
operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory
contacting a 'live' wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool 'live' and could
give the operator an electric shock.
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