Quackenbush 15QNPD-D Operation & Service Manual - Safety Recommendations
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Due to the number and variety of
tooling applications, the user's meth-
ods engineering departments, ect.,
must consider any hazards that may
be associated with each specific ap-
plication of this product and provide
adequate operator protection from
inadvertent contact with any moving
components. The clamping and feed
mechanisms of self-colleting drill mo-
tors are exposed for visibility and can
move when the air supply is con-
nected or disconnected. To avoid
injury, keep fingers and hands away from these areas when
handling or operating this tool.
Some individuals are susceptible to disorders of the hands and
arms when exposed to vibration and/or tasks which involve
repetitive work motions. Those individuals predisposed to vascu-
latory or circulatory problems may be particularly susceptible.
Cumulative trauma disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome and
tendinitis can be caused or aggravated by repetitious, forceful
exertions of the hands and arms. These disorders develop gradu-
ally over periods of weeks, months, and years. 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 con-
trolled through tool selection and work location.
Any tool operator should be aware of the following warning signs
and symptoms so that a problem can be addressed before it
becomes a debilitating injury. Any user suffering from prolonged
symptoms of tingling, numbness, blanching of fingers, clumsiness
or weakened grip, inability to hold objects, nocturnal pain in the
hand, or any other disorder of the shoulders, arms, wrists, or
fingers should notify their employer so that a review of what steps
might be taken to prevent further occurances. These steps might
include but are not limited to, repositioning the workpiece or
redesigning the workstation, reassigning tool users to other jobs,
rotating jobs, changing worker 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.
Safety Recommendations
WARNING
!
Repetitive work motions can
injure your hands and arms.
WARNING
!
Exposure to vibration can
injure your hands and arms.
WARNING
!
Keep hands away from
clamping and feed
mechanisms. Clamp
mechanism moves when
drilling and connecting
or removing air supply.
Extension
Neutral
Flexion
Radial Deviation
Neutral
Ulnar Deviation
Avoid
Avoid
Avoid
OK
Avoid
OK
The following recommendations will help reduce or moderate the
effects of repetitive work motions. The operator of any drill should:
• Use a minimum hand grip force consistent with proper control
and safe operation
• Keep body and hands warm and dry
• Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation
— Smoking Tobacco
— Cold Temperatures
— Certain Drugs
• Avoid awkward postures
• Keep wrists as straight as possible
• Interrupt work, activities, or rotate jobs to provide
periods free from repetitive work motions.
Safety Labels
The safety labels found on this tool are an essential part of this
product. Labels should not be removed. Labels should be checked
periodically for legibility. Replace safety labels when missing or
when the information can no longer be read. Replacement labels
can be ordered by the part numbers shown on this page.
624241
203780
203245
WARNING
!
Keep hands away from
clamping and feed
mechanisms. Clamp
mechanism moves when
drilling and connecting
or removing air supply.
CAUTION
!
Read operating
instructions before
operating tool.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
!
WARNING
• Wear impact resistant eye protection.
• Hearing protection is recommended.
• Wear respirator as necessary.
• Avoid contact with rotating spindle
and cutter.
• Exposure to repetitive work motion
and/or vibration may be harmful
to your hands and arms.
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