Purpose Of Use; Work Area Safety - Beta 1942A Notice D'utilisation Et Instructions

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OPERATION MANUAL AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR AIR SAWS MANUFACTURED BY:
CAUTION
IT IS IMPORTANT TO READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING THE AIR SAW.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE SAFETY STANDARDS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Store the safety instructions with care and hand them over to the users.

PURPOSE OF USE

– The air saw can be used for the following purposes:
• cutting sheet iron, aluminium, chipboard, plastic.
• the air saw can also be used in open places exposed to water and air.
– The air saw must not be used for the following operations:
• the air saw must not be used in environments containing potentially explosive atmospheres
• the start lever must not be locked with adhesive tape or clamps
• the safety lever must not be forced

WORK AREA SAFETY

– Beware of both surfaces that may become slippery due to the use of the air saw and the danger of tripping over the air hose.
– While using the air saw for jobs performed high from the ground, take all necessary precautions, to eliminate or minimize risk to
other workers, following the accidental falling of any tools (for example, isolation of the work area and proper signs).
Do not operate the air saw in environments containing potentially explosive atmospheres, because sparks may be generated,
which can ignite the dust or fumes.
Avoid contact with live equipment, because the air saw is not insulated, and contact with live parts can cause electric shocks.
To find any hidden power supply lines, use suitable search tools or contact the local power supply company. Contact with electric
lines can cause fires and electric shocks. Damaging gas lines causes the risk of explosion. Penetrating a water pipe will result in
severe material damage.
Keep children and bystanders away from your workplace while operating the air saw. Distractions from other people can cause you
to lose control over the pneumatic tool.
PNEUMATIC TOOL SAFETY
– Do not point the air flow to yourself or other people. Compressed air can cause serious injury.
– Check the connections and the air supply lines. All units, couplers and hoses should conform to the product specifications in terms
of pressure and air volume. Too low pressure impairs the function of the pneumatic tool; too high pressure can cause damage
and/or injury.
– Do not bend or tighten any hoses; avoid using solvents and sharp edges. Keep the hoses away from heat, oil and rotating parts.
Immediately replace any damaged hose. A defective feed pipe may cause uncontrolled movements of the compressed air pipe.
Raised rust or chips may cause eye injury. Make sure that the hose clamps are always secured firmly.
PERSONNEL SAFETY
– Stay alert; watch what you are doing. Do not use the air saw while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
– Always use the following personal protective equipment:
• Eye protection;
• Safety shoes;
• Hearing protection;
• Protective gloves against physical agents;
• Anti-vibration gloves, to be worn following a specially conducted survey of the daily exposure of the hand-arm system to
vibration.
– Make sure you are in a safe position, keeping proper balance at all times. A safe working position and a proper body posture
enable better control of the pneumatic tool in unexpected situations.
– Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewellery, and
long hair can get caught in moving parts.
– Do not directly inhale the exhaust air, and prevent it from getting into your eyes. The exhaust air of the pneumatic tool can contain
water, oil, metal particles and impurities, which may cause hazards.
BETA UTENSILI S.P.A.
Via A. Volta 18,
20845, Sovico (MB)
ITALY
Original documentation drawn up in ITALIAN.