RIDGID AT161000 Manuel De L'opérateur page 7

SAFETY INFORMATION
• Do not alter or modify this tool from the original design or function without approval
from the manufacturer.
• Always be aware that misuse and improper handling of this tool can cause injury to
yourself and others.
• Never clamp or tape the trigger or workpiece contact in an actuated position.
• Never leave a tool unattended with the air hose attached.
• Do not operate this tool if it does not contain a legible warning label.
• Do not continue to use a tool that leaks air or does not function properly.
OPERATION
• Always assume that the tool contains fasteners.
• Do not carry the tool from place to place holding the trigger. Accidental discharge
could result.
• Always handle the tool with care:
a. Respect the tool as a working implement.
b. Never engage in horseplay.
c. Never pull the trigger unless nose is directed toward the work.
d. Keep others a safe distance from the tool while tool is in operation as accidental
actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.
• Choice of triggering method is important. Check manual for triggering options.
• Pneumatic tools are designed for single-hand use. Do not hold the tool by the front of
the magazine. Do not put hands, head, or other parts of your body near the bottom of
the magazine where the fastener exits the tool, as serious personal injury could result.
• Do not point the tool toward yourself or anyone whether it contains fasteners or not.
• Do not actuate the tool unless you intend to drive a fastener into the workpiece.
• Always ensure that the workpiece contact is fully positioned above the workpiece.
Positioning the workpiece contact only partially above the workpiece could cause the
fastener to miss the workpiece completely and result in serious personal injury.
• Do not drive fasteners near edge of material. The workpiece may split causing the
fastener to ricochet, injuring you or a co-worker. Be aware that the fastener may follow
the grain of the wood, causing it to protrude unexpectedly from the side of the work
material.
• Keep hands and body parts clear of immediate work area. Hold workpiece with clamps
when necessary to keep hands and body out of potential harm. Be sure the workpiece
is properly secured before pressing the nailer against the material. The workpiece
contact may cause the work material to shift unexpectedly.
• Keep face and body parts away from back of the tool cap when working in restricted
areas. Sudden recoil can result in impact to the body, especially when nailing into hard
or dense material.
• During normal use the tool will recoil immediately after driving a fastener. This is a
normal function of the tool. Do not attempt to prevent the recoil by holding the nailer
against the work. Restriction to the recoil can result in a second fastener being driven
from the nailer. Grip the handle firmly, let the tool do the work and do not place second
hand on top of tool or near exhaust at any time. Failure to heed this warning can result
in serious personal injury.
• Do not drive fasteners on top of other fasteners or with the tool at an overly steep
angle as this may cause deflection of fasteners which could cause injury.
• Do not drive fasteners close to the edge of the workpiece as the wood may split,
allowing the fastener to be deflected possibly causing injury.
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