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5. Health and Safety Information
5.1 General Health and Safety
Precautions
• Only authorised personnel who have carefully read
and understood this manual may operate, adjust and
maintain this product.
• Observe all standard safety precautions and good
practices when working with air tools and compressed
air.
• Always wear adequate eye and ear protection when
using this product.
• Wear protective gloves while using this product.
• Keep your work environment clear and well-lit, with
bystanders at a safe distance.
• Use this product ONLY in well-ventilated
environments where no air pollutants, dust, acids, or
ammable, explosive or toxic vapours are present.
• Before every use, inspect the product for missing,
broken, loose or corroded parts and leaks.
Important: DO NOT use this product if it is damaged
or leaking in any way. Contact Draper Tools to discuss
repair and replacement options.
• DO NOT use this machine if the on/o switch does not
function correctly.
• DO NOT use this product if either of the gauges are
unresponsive or inaccurate.
• Ensure that all connections are securely fastened
before use.
• Use the product only in the manner instructed in this
manual.
• DO NOT modify this product in any way.
• DO NOT adjust the safety valve.
• ALWAYS ensure that the motor air vents are clear and
free from dust and debris during use.
• DO NOT cover any part of this product during
operation.
• NEVER immerse this product in water or expose it to
damp conditions or frost.
• ALWAYS use, store and transport this product in an
upright position.
• ONLY use spare parts supplied by Draper Tools.
• Stay alert at all times; DO NOT use this product while
tired or under the inuence of alcohol, drugs or other
medication.
• Position the product in an upright position on a rm
and at surface during use and ensure that it is not
likely to fall.
• DO NOT move the compressor while it is switched on.
• NEVER leave this product unattended while it is
pressurising, pressurised or in use.
5.2 Additional Safety Instructions for This
Air Compressor
Important: ALWAYS check local regulations regarding
pressure vessels before use.
WARNING! The air produced by this product is
NOT suitable for breathing equipment.
• Compressed air can cause severe injury.
− ALWAYS turn o and disconnect the air supply
before making any adjustments to the attached
tools.
− NEVER direct compressed air towards yourself or
others.
− Ensure that compressed air is not blocked by or in
contact with any part of your body.
• This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge.
− Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the product.
• Draper Tools recommends the use of a whip hose
between the tool and the air supply to reduce
vibration.
CAUTION! Whipping hoses can cause severe
injury. Always check for and replace damaged or
loose hoses and ttings.
• Ensure that any connected tool is compatible with the
air supply before use.
• ALWAYS ensure that the air ow is shut o when
connecting an air line or tool.
− Pressurise the compressor tank before connecting
an air line or tool and set the regulator to its
minimum setting.
− DO NOT depress the tool trigger or open the air
line while connecting them to the compressor.
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