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USER MANUAL
1/2" Air Impact Wrench
JEFIW7733
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
•Misuse or technical failure in this equipment, accessories or the workpiece itself can result in high-velocity projectiles: The operator and
any other people in the working area must wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) at all times. In particular, impact-resistant
eye protection should be worn during use of this equipment.
The grade of protection required should be assessed for each use as part of the overall risk assessment for the job.
• Ensure that the workpiece is securely fixed at all times.
• Never wear loose clothing or jewellery or long hair when operating this equipment.
Entanglement hazards can result in choking, scalping and/or lacerations if loose clothing, personal jewellery, neckwear, hair or gloves are not kept
away from the equipment and accessories.
•Gloves can become entangled with the rotating drive, causing severed or broken fingers.
•Rotating drive sockets and drive extensions can easily entangle rubber-coated or metal-reinforced gloves.
•Do not wear loose-fitting gloves or gloves with cut or frayed fingers.
•Never hold the drive, socket or drive extension.
• Keep hands away from rotating drives.
•The use of the tool can expose the operator's hands to hazards including crushing, impacts, cuts, abrasions and heat.
•Wear suitable gloves to protect hands.
• Wear warm clothing when working in cold conditions and keep your hands warm and dry.
Operator Safety
•Ensure that operators and maintenance personnel are physically capable of handling the bulk, weight and power of the tool.
• Hold the tool correctly; be ready to counteract normal or sudden movements and have both hands
available at all times.
• Maintain a balanced body position and secure footing.
•It is recommended to use a suspension arm whenever possible.
• Reaction bars are recommended for angle nutrunners.
•It is recommended to use a means to absorb the reaction torque above 4 Nm for straight tools, above 10 Nm for pistol-grip tools.
•Release the start-and-stop device in the case of an interruption of the energy supply.
• Use only lubricants recommended by Jefferson authorized sales or service representatives.
•Do not use in confined spaces and beware of crushing hands between tool and workpiece, especially when unscrewing.
•Be aware that the Tool and/or accessories may briefly continue their motion after the trigger is released.
•Keep others a safe distance from your work area, or ensure they use appropriate Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE).
•The operator should stop using the equipment and rest if they experience discomfort in the hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other
parts of the body.
•The operator should adopt a comfortable posture whilst maintaining secure footing and avoiding awkward or off-balanced postures when using
this equipment.
•The operator should change posture during extended tasks, which can help avoid discomfort and fatigue.
•If the operator experiences symptoms such as persistent or recurring discomfort, pain, throbbing, aching, tingling, numbness, burning
sensations or stiffness, these warning signs should not be ignored. The operator should tell the employer and consult a qualified health
professional.
Working with Accessories
•Disconnect the equipment from the energy supply before changing the inserted tool or accessory.
•Never touch sockets or accessories during impacting, as this increases the risk of cuts, burns or vibration injuries.
•Use only rated sockets, accessories and consumables that are recommended by Jefferson authorized sales or service representatives.
•Ensure that all equipment and accessories have been checked and confirmed to be in safe working condition. Sockets and other accessories
that are not suitably rated for use with this equipment or that are in poor
condition can shatter under pressure and become dangerous projectiles. Contact your nearest Jefferson
authorized sales or service representatives for advise on rated sockets and accessories for this equipment.
Safe Working Environment
• Slips, trips and falls are major causes of workplace injury.
• Be aware of slippery surfaces caused by the use of the tool and also of trip hazards caused by the air line or hydraulic hose.
• Proceed with care in unfamiliar surroundings. Hidden hazards, such as electricity or other utility lines, can exist.
• This equipment is not intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres and is not insulated against coming into contact with electric power.
• Make sure there are no electrical cables, gas pipes, etc., that can cause a hazard if damaged during operation
• Ensure that the working environment is kept ventilated, clean and illuminated at all times
