Safety
New ANSI Standard for Pneumatic Tool Triggers
The ANSI standard for power tools, SNT-101-2002, Safety Requirements for Power Tools, Portable, Compressed-Air-Actuated Fastener Driving Tools is an industry wide standard which applies to all tools produced and/or sold in the United States. This standard has been updated. Click here for the complete story. (12k .pdf)
We’re committed to reaching tool users with information about the proper and safe use of our products – because your safety is our primary
concern. (Note: You’ll need Adobe Acrobat Reader to see the .pdf files you download.)
For Complete tool safety information, review the Safety Instruction Manual (705k .pdf)
For information regarding triggering systems, please review SENCO's Customer Satisfaction and Safety Reminder.
Click the appropriate language — English (89k .pdf) | Spanish (59k .pdf) | French (81k .pdf) to view or download the .pdf file.
For more information about safety and pneumatic tools, contact the International Staple and Nail Association.
Below are some simple guidelines that will ensure your safety and
help to keep your SENCO tools in proper working condition.
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| Daily Tool Maintenance |
- Follow lubrication guidelines.
- Keep the feed mechanism clean.
- Use your compressor to clean the tool’s magazine.
- Keep the safety clean.
- Tighten loose screws.
- Maintain appropriate air pressure.
- Use only clean, dry, regulated air for
tool operation.
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| Safety Reminders |
- Read and understand tool labels and manual. Failure to follow warnings will result in death or serious injury.
- Operators and others in work area must wear safety glasses with side shields.
- Keep fingers away from trigger when not driving fasteners to avoid accidental firing.
- Triggering systems are important. Check manual for triggering options.
- Never point tool at anyone.
- Never use oxygen or other bottled gasses. Explosion will occur.
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For any safety questions, contact SENCO's Manager of Product Safety
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Most SENCO tools are available in Dual Action and Restrictive Trigger. Call now and you will receive a FREE replacement trigger of your choice (Dual Action or Restrictive). If your tool does not have the type of trigger you prefer, call our toll-free Action Line (1-800-543-4596) for complete information on the triggering options available for your tool and other SENCO tool models.
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