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Do not use dull or damaged bits andgloves when grasping the bit or accessory.
accessories. Dull or damaged bits have aAccessories may be hot after prolonged use.
greater tendency to bind in the workpiece.
Some dust created by!WARNING
Always use both handles for maximumpower sanding, sawing,
control over this hammer. Never attempt togrinding, drilling, and other construction
operate this tool with one hand. This toolactivities contains chemicals known to
develops intense percussive forces duringcause cancer, birth defects or other
operation and you may lose control ifreproductive harm. Some examples of
attempting one hand operation.these chemicals are:
Position yourself to avoid being caughtY Lead from lead-based paints,
between the tool or side handle and walls
Y Crystalline silica from bricks and cement
or posts. Should the bit become bound orand other masonry products, and
jammed in the work, the reaction of the tool
could crush your hand or leg.Y Arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Do not strike the bit with a handheld
hammer or sledge hammer whenYour risk from these exposures varies,
attempting to dislodge a bound or jammeddepending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these
bit. Fragments of metal from the bit couldchemicals: work in a well ventilated area,
dislodge and strike you or bystanders.
and work with approved safety equipment,
Never place the tool down until the motorsuch as those dust masks that are specially
has come to a complete stop. designed to filter out microscopic particles.
When removing the bit from the tool avoid
contact with skin and use proper protective
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