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SAFETY GUIDELINES
This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to
protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information,
we use the following symbols. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections.
URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A
HAZARD THAT WILL CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION -
A HAZARD THAT MIGHTCAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
Information for preventing damage to
equipment.
NOTE
information that you should pay special
attention to.
HAZARDS CAN OCCUR IF EQUIPMENT IS NOT USED PROPERLY.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CHART.
WHAT TO
LOOK FOR
Hot Parts
Flammable
Vapors
Air Tank
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
The metalcompressorcomponents,such as mani-
fold, tubes, etc., become hotwhenthe air compressor
isrunning. If you touch them, you may be seriously
burned.
It isnormal forthe motorandpressure switchtospark
when compressorstartsor stops.A spark can ignite
vapors from gasolineor solvents,causing a fire or
explosion.
Modifications to air compressor components in an
attempt to reach higher air pressure can cause the air
tank to rupture or explode.
Incompatability between tank and compressor will
cause the tank to rupture.
Modifications to the airtankwill causeittc weaken.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Avoid contact with metal components of the compres-
sor during or immediately after operation, Reaching
under or removing portions of the plastic enclosures
such as the filter cover and console cover exposes hot
surfaces. Attowcompressor to cool prior to servicing.
If spraying a flammable material, provide ample ven-
tilation. Never spray in a closed area. There must be
a flow of fresh air at all times.
Always operate the air compressor in well-ventilated
areas, freeofgasolineorothersolventvapors. Do not
operate the compressor near the spray area.
Do not adjust, remove or tamper with the safety valve
or pressure switch. If safety valve or pressure switch
replacement is necessary, a part with the same ratings
must be used.
Never replace the air tank with a different model or a
larger tank. Return to Authorized Service Center if
replacement is required.
Never drill into weld or in any way modify the air tank.
Thetankmay rupture or explode. Ifleaks deve op due
to corrosion or tank is damaged, return to Authorized
Service Center for replacement.
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