User Manual

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f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier tocontrol.
g ) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could result
in a hazardoussituation.
h ) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpectedsituations.
5) Battery Tool Use and Care
a ) Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used
with another batterypack.
b ) Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury andfire.
c ) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects,
that can make a connection from one terminal to
another. Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or afire.
d ) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from
the battery may cause irritation orburns.
6) Service
a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool ismaintained.
Additional Safety Rules for Expansion Tools
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WARNING: Use the expander tool only with
DeWALT
or
DeWALT
-approved attachments.
Other uses or modifying the expander tool for
other applications may damage the expander
tool, damage the attachments and/or can result
in a faulty installation. Faulty installations can
result in catastrophic failures, injury to installers
and damage toproperty.
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WARNING: Proper preparation and installation is
the responsibility of the installingcontractor.
• Keep all body parts away from the attachments
during operation and any time the power is ON. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools,
may result in serious personal injury. Fingers or hands
can be pinched if they become caught in theattachments.
• Inspect tool and attachments before use. Never
attempt to repair or use a damaged expander
head or other attachment. Replace with a new
expanderhead.
• This tool produces large forces that can break
attachments or parts and cause injury. Always be
attentive and take proper safety precautions, including
wearing eyeprotection.
• Only trained personnel should operate thistool.
• Before operating, inspect job site for hazards
including chemicals or waste that could remain
inpipes.
• Before operating, read and understand all safety
and operating instructions including the fitting
manufacturer's installation instructions and the
instructions for any other equipment used with this
tool. Failure to follow all instructions and warnings
may result in property damage and/or serious
personalinjury.
• Secure and support the material to prevent
movement during operation.
• Keep a firm grip on the tool at all times. Forces on the
tool may change during and after theoperation.
• Expansion operations may cause material pieces
to fly. Flying particles can cause permanent eye
damage. ALWAYS wear eyeprotection.
• Always wear gloves when operating tool and
handling materials. The ends of the materials can be
sharp and can cause serious personalinjury.
• Always wear safety shoes to protect your feet from
sharp metal debris on thefloor.
• To reduce the chance of damage to your PEX
expander, always store your tool with the expander
headinstalled.
• The expander cones sharp end may cause injury to
the user without the expander headinstalled.
• Improper lubrication may lead to
defectiveconnections.
Additional Safety Information
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WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or
dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR
CERTIFIED SAFETYEQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratoryprotection.
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WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicalsare:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treatedlumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how
often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with