Toparc SPOT DRILL Mode D'emploi page 6

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USE
In order to avoid risks of injuries, any person who operates, installs, services or changes accessories, as well as any person
working in the area of this tool, must read and understand the following instructions.
Air supply
• Compressed air can cause serious injuries.
• Always turn off the air supply and disconnect it before installing, removing or adjusting any accessory on this machine, or
before performing any maintenance on this machine.
• Do not point the jet of compressed air at other people or yourself; keep bystanders away while operating the tool.
• Whiplashing hoses may cause serious injuries; check carefully the hoses and fittings for leaks and deteriorations.
• Do not fit quick change couplings onto the machine as vibration can cause the coupling to fail.
• Read the instructions for a proper assembly of the tool
• In case swivel connectors are used, secure them with locking pins.
• Operate the tool at the air pressure indicated in order to ensure maximum durability of the tool
• Manipulate hoses and fittings carefully. Do not force the hose off the air inlet. Keep air hoses away from heat sources,
lubricants and sharp materials. Do not use damaged, frayed or deteriorated air hoses and fittings. Be sure all fittings are
tightly secured.
Personal safety
• Operators and service personnel must be able to physically manage the tool and follow the appropriate instructions.
• Keep body stance balanced and firm. Vibrations, repetitive motions or uncomfortable positions may be harmful to your
hands. If discomfort, tingling feeling or pain occurs; stop using any machine and seek medical advice.
• Use protective equipment such as glasses, gloves, safety shoes as well as acoustic protection.
• This machine has not been designed to be used in an explosive atmosphere environment. Do not lubricate tools with
flammable or volatile liquids such as kerosene, diesel or petrol.
• Avoid direct contact with the parts in motion when using the tool, to prevent cuts.
• The splitting of a pneumatic tool casing in use may cause serious injuries. The smallest debris can cause eye injuries and
lead to blindness.
• Always stay at a suitable distance from the cutters, blades, tools in motion, etc...
Tool use and care
• Do not carry the machine by the hose
• Do not wear watches, ring bracelets or loose clothing when using the tool, and keep long hair away from moving parts.
• For safety, top performance and maximum durability, operate the tool at the recommended air pressure.
• Cutters heat up while in use. Let them cool down before seizing them. Disconnect air supply before changing the cutters.
• Operate the Spot DRILL with care to prolong its efficiency in time.
• Do not modify the tool or its accessories
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