Owner's manual

SX232B 2 Rev. 08/29/07
This Instruction Manual Contains Important
Safety Information.
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY
AND UNDERSTAND ALL INFORMATION BEFORE
OPERATING THIS TOOL.
• Always operate, inspect and maintain this
tool in accordance with American
National Standards Institute Safety
Code of Portable Air Tools (ANSI
B186.1) and any other applicable safety
codes and regulations.
• For safety, top performance and
maximum durability of parts, operate
this tool at 90 psig; 6.2 bar max
air pressure with 3/8" diameter air supply
hose.
• Always wear impact-resistant eye and face
protection when operating or performing
maintenance on this tool.
• Always wear hearing protection when using
this tool. High sound levels can cause
permanent hearing loss. Use hearing
protection as recommended by your
employer or OSHA regulation.
• Keep the tool in efficient operating
condition.
• Operators and maintenance personnel
must be physically able to handle the bulk,
weight and power of this tool.
• Compressed air can cause severe injury. Never
direct air at yourself or others.
Always turn off the air supply, drain
hose of air pressure and detach tool
from air supply before installing, removing
or adjusting any accessory on this tool,
or before performing any maintenance
on this tool. Failure to do so could result
in injury. Whip hoses can cause serious injury.
Always check for damaged, frayed or loose
hoses and fittings, and replace immediately.
Do not use quick detach couplings at tool.
See instructions for correct set-up.
• Air powered tools can vibrate during use.
Vibration, repetitive motions or
uncomfortable positions over extended
periods of time may be harmful to your
hands and arms. Discontinue use of tool if
discomfort, tingling feeling or pain occurs.
Seek medical advice before resuming use.
• Place the tool on the work before starting
the tool. Do not point or indulge in any
horseplay with this tool.
• Slipping, tripping and/or falling while
operating air tools can be a major cause
of serious injury or death. Be aware of
excess hose left on the walking or
work surface.
• Keep body working stance balanced and
firm. Do not overreach when operating
the tool.
• Anticipate and be alert for sudden changes
in motion during start up and operation
of any power tool.
• Do not carry tool by the hose. Protect the
hose from sharp objects and heat.
• Tool shaft may continue to rotate briefly
after throttle is released. Avoid direct
contact with accessories during and after
use. Gloves will reduce the risk of cuts
or burns
• Keep away from rotating end of tool.
Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing.
Secure long hair. Scalping can occur if
hair is not kept away from tool and
accessories. Choking can occur if neckwear
is not kept away from tool and accessories.
• Correct grinding wheel mounting is
necessary to prevent injury from broken
wheels. Do not use chipped or cracked
grinding wheels. Grinding wheels should be
a free fit on the spindle to prevent stress
at the hole. Use only wheel collars that come
with the grinder for mounting the grinding
wheel. Flat washers or other adapters may
over stress the wheel. Always use heavy
paper blotter discs between the wheel
collars and the grinding wheel. Tighten the
wheel on the spindle to prevent spin off
when the air grinder is turned off.
• Do not lubricate tools with flammable or
volatile liquids such as kerosene, diesel or
jet fuel.
• Do not force tool beyond its rated capacity.
• Do not remove any labels. Replace damaged
labels.
• Use accessories recommended by
Sunex Tools
®
.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS
COULD RESULT IN INJURY
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