Würth DKG 1040 Traduction Des Instructions De Service D'origine page 22

Noise hazards
Unprotected contact with high noise levels can
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result in permanent hearing damage, hearing
loss and other problems such as tinnitus
(ringing, buzzing, whistling or humming noise
in the ears). A risk assessment and the intro-
duction of suitable checks for such hazards
are therefore vital.
Suitable measures for reduction of the risk
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include, amongst others, material insulation
measures in order to prevent workpieces from
"ringing".
Use suitable hearing protection.
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Operate and maintain the tool according to
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the recommendations in the safety/operation
section to prevent an unnecessarily high noise
level.
Vibration hazards
Appropriate information is essential for car-
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rying out a risk assessment of these hazards
and implementing suitable checks.
Vibrations can result in harm to the nerves and
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blood supply of the hands and arms.
When working in cold conditions, wear warm
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clothing and keep your hands warm and dry.
If you notice any numbness, tingling, pain or
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whitening of the skin of your fingers or hands,
consult a qualified occupational health practi-
tioner and tell them about all of your tasks.
Operate and maintain the tool according to
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the recommendations in this manual to prevent
an unnecessary increase in the vibration level.
Hold the tool with a light but secure grip be-
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cause the risk of vibrations is generally higher
if more force is used during gripping.
If an operator is exposed to tool vibrations
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for a long time, there is a risk that they will be
subject to repeating loads.
Additional safety instructions for
Air tools:
Compressed air can cause severe injuries.
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Always disconnect the compressed air from
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the tool if you are not using it, changing acces-
sories, carrying out adjustments or repairs, or
are transporting it.
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Safety instructions
Never direct compressed air towards yourself
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or other persons.
Keep your fingers away from the trigger if you
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are not actually using the tool.
Look out for damaged hoses because these
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can cause severe injuries.
Never pull or carry the tool by the hose.
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Always comply with the maximum operating
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pressure of 8 bar and use the smallest pos-
sible pressure to minimise noise and vibrations.
Never use oxygen or flammable gases to
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operate the device.
Be aware of the temperature of the handle
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and the air outlet because these can become
extremely cold due to escaping air.
Protective equipment
Loose clothing, jewellery or falling objects, noise
and similar hazards could be a hazard for per-
sons. Persons using this device and who must
remain in the vicinity of the device, must wear
suitable personal protective equipment:
Safety helmet: protects the head against
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falling objects
Safety glasses: protect the eyes against falling
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objects, such as splinters and dust
Hearing protection: protects the ears against
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excess noise
Additional hazards for persons:
Prevent unauthorised persons and children
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from accessing the air nailer.
Only use the air nailer if it is in perfect condi-
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tion and has been correctly maintained.
Only use the air nailer with a correctly oper-
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ating safety loop.
When changing workplace or if the device is
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not being used or when it is being transported
or stored, as well as in the event of jams or
maintenance work, the following applies:
Keep your fingers away from the trigger and
disconnect the compressed air supply.
Slippy handles can result in a loss of control:
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Keep the handle dry, clean and free of grease
and oil.
When firing nails, allow for a recoil.
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Therefore, during operation, do not hold your
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head directly over the air nailer and start with
a low penetration depth.