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• Moving to another work area.

13. NEVER use the tool if it is defective or operating abnormally.

14. DO NOT damage the tool by applying excessive force.

15. ALWAYS maintain the tool with care. Keep it clean for the best and safest

performance.

16. Quick change couplings should not be located at the tool. They add

weight and could fail due to vibration.

17. DO NOT force or misuse the tool. It will do a better and safer job at the rate

for which it was designed.

18. This tool vibrates with use. Vibration may be harmful to your hands or arms.

Stop using the tool if discomfort, a tingling feeling or pain occurs. Seek

medical advice before resuming use.

IMPACT WRENCH SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. ALWAYS use the impact wrench as described in these instructions.

2. ALWAYS ensure the wrench is not moving and disconnected from the air

supply when changing sockets etc. Use only Impact Wrench sockets....DO

NOT use standard sockets.

3. ALWAYS finish tightening wheel nuts or engine parts with a torque wrench or

suitable spanner to the correct torque as recommended by the vehicle

manufacturer.

4. ALWAYS avoid excessive use of the impact wrench. When tightening a nut

or bolt, only allow the wrench to impact briefly to avoid overtightening.

5. ALWAYS ensure that the socket is correctly installed before starting.

6. ALWAYS only use sockets which are specified for impact wrench use.

7. Due to the possible presence of asbestos dust from vehicle brake linings,

always wear suitable respiratory protection.

8. ALWAYS disconnect from the air supply when changing sockets or when

the impact wrench is not required for immediate use to avoid accidental

starting.

9. NEVER carry the impact wrench by the air hose.

10. ALWAYS use both hands to control the impact wrench.

11. ALWAYS ensure the impact wrench has stopped before putting it down.