TASKS SHOULD BE PERFORMED IN SUCH A
MANNER THAT THE WRISTS ARE MAINTAINED IN A NEUTRAL POSITION WHICH IS
NOT FLEXED, HYPEREXTENDED, OR TURNED
SIDE TO SIDE.
STRESSFUL POSTURES SHOULD BE AVOIDED AND CAN BE CONTROLLED THROUGH
TOOL SELECTION AND WORK LOCATION.
Any user suffering from prolonged symptoms of
tingling, numbness, blanching of the fingers, clumsiness or weakened grip, nocturnal pain in the
hand, or any other disorder of the shoulders, arms,
wrists, or fingers is advised to consult with a physician. If it is determined that the symptoms are job
related or aggravated by movements and postures dictated by the job design, it may be necessary for the employer to take steps to prevent further occurrences. These steps might include, but
are not limited to, repositioning the work piece or
redesigning the workstation, reassigning workers
to other jobs, rotating jobs, altering awork pace,
and/or changing the type of tool used so as to minimize stress on the operator. Some tasks may
require more than one type of tool to obtain the
optimum operator/tool/task relationship.
The following recommendations will help reduce or
moderate the effects of repetitive work motions:
uses a minimum handgrip force consistent with
proper control and safe operation;
keep wrists as straight as possible;
keep body and hands warm and dry.
Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation
smoking tobacco;
cold temperatures;
certain drugs.
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Safety Recommendations - cont.
Avoid highly repetitive movements of the hands
and wrists, and continuous vibration exposure.
Use of this tool may produce hazardous fumes,
particles, and/or dust. To avoid adverse health
effects utilize adequate ventilation and/or a respirator. Read the material safety data sheet of any
materials involved in the tube expansion process.
This KRAIS product is designed to operate on minimum 90 psig (6.2 bar), maximum 125 psig (8.6)
air pressure. If the tool is properly sized and
applied, higher air pressure is unnecessary.
Excessive air pressure increases the loads and
stresses on the tool parts, mandrels, rolls and
cages and may result in premature wear and or
breakage. Installation of a filter-regulator-lubricator
in the air supply line ahead of the tool is required.
Before the tool is connected to the air supply,
check the throttle for proper operation (i.e., the
throttle moves freely and returns to the closed
"OFF" position when released). Clear the air hose of
accumulated dust and moisture. Be careful not to
endanger adjacent personnel. Before removing a
tool from service or changing sockets, make sure
the airline is shut off and drained of air. This will prevent the tool from operating if the throttle is accidentally engaged.
It is essential for safe operation that any operator of
OUR TOOLS uses good balance, sure footing, and
proper posture in anticipation of a torque reaction.
Ensure that the operator's hands will not be
wedged or pinched between the work and the tool
when operating.
NOTE: ANY USE OF THIS TOOL OTHER
THAN IT'S INTENDED PURPOSE COULD
CAUSE MAJOR DAMAGE TO THE TOOL AS
WELL AS POSE A RISK TO THE OPERATOR.