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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
WARNING
1. Ensure you use the correct voltage.
- Be sure to use the voltage indicated on the nameplate on the main unit or in this manual. If the voltage is different
from the voltage indicated, overheating, smoke or re may occur.
2 .Check the switch is OFF before inserting the plug into the power supply socket.
- If the plug is inserted into the power supply when the switch is ON, the machine may start up abruptly and is liable
to cause accidents. Be sure to check the switch is OFF.
3 . Avoid electric shock.
- Never touch the plug with wet hands.
- Do not use the machine in rain or in places where moisture can easily get into the machine.
- Be sure to ground the machine to avoid electric shock.
4 .Be aware of the environment you are working in.
-Do not use the machine in the rain, in humid or damp places, or places where moisture can easily get into the
machine. Humidity will lower insulation of the motor and cause electric shock.
-Do not use close to flammable fluids or gases, such as gasoline or paint thinner. Doing so might result in fire or explosion.
5 .Use designated accessories and attachments.
- Do not use accessories and attachments other than those designated in this manual or our catalogues. Accident or
injury might result if you do.
6 . In the following cases, turn the unit OFF and pull the plug out of the socket:
- when the machine is not in use or parts are changed, repaired, cleaned or inspected,
- when accessories are changed,
- when hazards are expected (including a power failure),
- when the plug is inserted (the machine may start up unexpectedly, which could cause an accident).
7. If any abnormality is noticed, stop the machine immediately.
- If the machine does not operate smoothly, or abnormalities such as unusual odours, vibration or noise are detected,
stop operating the machine immediately.
- Check symptoms against the items listed under "Troubleshooting" at the end of this manual, and follow the
corresponding instructions. Continuing to use the machine may result in overheating, smoke or re, and may cause
accident or injury.
- If the unit overheats or produces smoke, do not attempt to overhaul it yourself but ask for an inspection and repair.
8 . Keep the work site clean.
- Ensure you keep workbenches and the worksite in good order and well lit. Cluttered worksites and workbenches
are liable to cause accidents.
9 . Do not let any unauthorised personnel near the machine.
- Do not let anyone other than authorised personnel touch the machine or the power cord, or operate the machine.
-Do not let anyone other than authorised personnel enter the work site, especially children. They could get seriously injured.
10 . Do not apply excessive force.
- To ensure safe and efcient operation, use within the capacity of the main unit. Applying force may not only cause
damage to the product but could also result in accident or injury.
- Do not use the machine in any way that could cause the motor to lock, or result in smoke or re.
11.Use the machine only for its designated purpose.
- Do not use the machine on pipes not specified in this manual. Using the machine for any purpose other than
threading pipes, such as fastening the pipe to a joint etc., will not only damage the machine and/or motor but could
also lead to accident or injury.
12 .Wear proper working clothing.
- Do not wear neckties, clothes with open sleeves, loose clothing, accessories such as necklaces, etc. Do up buttons
and zippers which could get caught in the rotating parts and result in serious accident or injury.
- When working outdoors, it is recommended that you wear rubber gloves and non-slip shoes. Slippery gloves and
shoes are liable to cause injuries. Do not wear scarves and cover long hair with caps or hair nets to prevent them
getting caught in rotating parts.
- Wear safety caps, safety shoes, etc. according to the working environment.
13 . Do not work in an unnatural posture.
- Keep a rm footing and balance to avoid falling over and injuring yourself.
14 . Remove tools such as wrenches.
- Before turning the switch ON, check that any tools used for inspection and adjustment have been removed. If you
use the machine when tools are left inside it, accidents and injuries may occur.
