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1.3 Warnings in this Manual
The risk level associated with particular hazards
is identifi ed by signal words:
Signal Word Meaning
DANGER
Hazard with a high level of risk,
which will result in death or
a serious injury, if not avoided.
WARNING
Hazard with a medium level of
risk, which can result in death or
a serious injury, if not avoided.
CAUTION
Hazard with a low level of risk,
which can result in minor or
moderate injuries, if not avoided.
NOTICE
Hazard, which may lead to the
device or equipment in the vicinity
to be damaged, if not avoided.
1.4 Safety Equipment
Loose clothes, jewellery, falling objects, noise
and similar hazards may present a danger to
persons. Persons that will be using the device
and have to reside in the vicinity of the device,
must wear suitable personal safety equipment:
Suitable safety helmet: protects the
head against falling objects
Safety goggles: protects the eyes
against fl ying objects, such as splinters
and dust
Hearing protection: protects the ears
against excessive noise
Suitable face protector: Protects eyes
and face from fl ying objects, such as
splinters.
1.5 Device and Operational Safety
Nail Setting Tools can cause serious injuries if
improperly handled.
– Danger of explosion: Never open or damage
cartridges. Do not throw the cartridges into
an open fi re.
– Do not expose the Nail Setting Tool and
cartridges to high temperatures, for example
the direct sunlight.
– Never place or store the Powder Actuated
Tool and cartridge strips near heat sources,
such as ovens or heaters.
– Only use the Nail Setting Tool outdoors or in
well ventilated areas.
– Keep Powder Actuated Tool (unloaded) in
the locked tool case and the cartridge strips
(separately from each other) safe from
unauthorized access by adults and children.
– Only use the Nail Setting Tool if it is in good
working condition and has been properly
maintained.
– When the device is not in use, the workplace
is being changed, during transportation, in
case of jams and during maintenance: Keep
your fi nger away from the trigger, remove the
magazine and cartridge.
– Slippery handles may lead to loss of control:
Keep the handle dry, clean and free from oil
and grease.
– There is a blowback/recoil when the setting
nail is fi red. Do not keep your head directly
above the Nail Setting tool when fi ring
the setting nail and start with a low fi ring
strength, see chapter 4.3 „Setting the Firing
Strength“.
– Ensure that you stand securely and can hold
your balance, especially on platforms as
well as elevated and/or slanted, uneven or
slippery workplaces.
– The Nail Setting tool may not be used on
a ladder.
– The Nail Setting Tool may not be used to
close boxes or crates.
– The Nail Setting Tool may not be used to fi t
transport locks to vehicles and wagons.