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Hazard Warnings
Dust
WARNING!
DUST FROM POWER SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING,
DRILLING, AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES CONTAIN CHEMICALS
KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS
OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
These chemicals may include (but are not limited to) the following:
• Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber
The risk from these exposures very, depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: Work in a well ventilated area,
and work with approved safety equipment. Always wear MAHA/MIOSH approved,
properly fitting face masks or respirators when using such tools. Always follow
basic safety precautions when using air tools to reduce the risk of personal injury.
Bursting:
Rust can weaken the tank. Drain the condensed water from the tank after each use
to reduce rusting .If a leak is detected in the tank, replace the tank immediately.
Do not weld ,drill or modify the air tank of this compressor .Welding or modifications
on the air compressor tank can severely impair tank strength and cause an extremely
hazardous condition .Welding or modifying the tank in any manner will void the
warranty.
Check the manufacturer’s maximum pressure rating for air tools and accessories.
Compressor outlet pressure must be regulated so as to never exceed the maximum
pressure rating of the tool. Relieve all pressure in the hose before attaching or
removing accessories.
Do not tamper with the pressure switch or relief valve for any reason. Doing so voids
all warranties. They have been preset at the factory for the maximum pressure of this
unit. Personal injury and /or property damage may result if the pressure switch or the
relief valve are tampered with.
Do not use plastic or PVC pipe for compressor air. Use only galvanized steel pipe &
fittings for compressed air distribution lines.
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Hazard Warnings (cont’d)
RISK OF EYE OR HEAD INJURY
What could happen:
• Air powered equipment and power tools are capable of propelling materials such as
fasteners, metal chips, saw dust, and other debris at high speed, which could result
in serious eye injury.
• Compressed air can be hazardous .The air stream can cause injury to soft tissue
areas such as eyes, ears, etc.Particles or objects propelled by the stream can cause
injury.
• Tool attachments can be become loose or break and fly apart propelling particles at
the operator and others in the work area.
How to prevent it:
• Always wear ANSI approved Z87.1 safety glasses with glasses with side shields.
• Never leave operating tool unattended. Disconnect air hose when tool is not in use.
• For additional protection, use an approved face shield in addition to safety glasses.
• Make sure that any attachments are securely assembled.
• Never point any nozzle or sprayer toward a person or any part of the body.
Equipment can cause series injury if the spray penetrates the skin.
