General Instructions for 230V Machines
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Good Working Practices/Safety
Air Powered Tools
The following suggestions will enable you to observe good
working practices, keep yourself and fellow workers safe and
maintain your tools and equipment in good working order.
WARNING!! KEEP TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT OUT
OF THE REACH OF YOUNG CHILDREN
01. Always perform pre-operation checks before starting up
the compressor.
02. Never leave inflammable objects or materials near to the
compressor.
03. Always check oil level before using the compressor.
04. The cylinder head and delivery pipe become hot during use.
05. Do not touch these items while the compressor is running.
06. Allow to cool thoroughly after shut-down before handling.
07. Do not operate above the maximum working pressure of
115 psi (7.8 bar).
08. Avoid using the compressor with an extension cable; this
may reduce the supply voltage and make the motor
overheat.
The following will enable you to observe good working
practices, keep yourself and fellow workers safe and maintain
your tools and equipment in good working order.
WARNING!! KEEP TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
OUT OF REACH OF YOUNG CHILDREN
Mains Powered Tools
• Tools are supplied with an attached 13 Amp plug.
• Inspect the cable and plug to ensure that neither are
damaged. Repair if necessary by a suitably qualified person.
• Do not use when or where it is liable to get wet.
Workplace
• Do not use 230V a.c. powered tools anywhere
within a site area that is flooded.
• Keep machine clean.
• Leave machine unplugged until work is about to commence.
• Always disconnect by pulling on the plug body and not the
cable.
• Carry out a final check e.g. check the cutting tool
is securely tightened in the machine and the correct
speed and function set.
• Ensure you are comfortable before you start work,
balanced, not reaching etc.
• Wear appropriate safety clothing, goggles, gloves,
masks etc. Wear ear defenders at all times.
• If you have long hair wear a hair net or helmet to prevent it
being caught up in the rotating parts of the machine.
• Consideration should be given to the removal of rings and
wristwatches.
• Consideration should also be given to non-slip footwear etc.
• If another person is to use the machine, ensure they are
suitably qualified to use it.
• Do not use the machine if you are tired or distracted
• Do not use this machine within the designated safety areas
of flammable liquid stores or in areas where there may be
volatile gases.
• Check cutters are correct type and size, are undamaged
and are kept clean and sharp, this will maintain their
operating performance and lessen the loading on the
machine.
• OBSERVE…. make sure you know what is happening
around you and USE YOUR COMMON SENSE.
KEEP WORK AREA AS UNCLUTTERED AS IS
PRACTICAL. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD
CHILDREN BE ALLOWED IN WORK AREAS.
Safety Precautions
09. Switch the compressor on and off by using the pressure
switch knob (see page 12); only switch off at the mains in
case of emergency.
10. Drain water from tank every day.
11. If the compressor shuts down through overload or
overheating check the reason for the shut-down before
re-starting.
12. Do not adjust the tank pressure relief valve without
reference to Axminster Tools & Machinery Service
Department.
13. Do not remove parts from the compressor whilst it is
running.
14. Do not operate the compressor with protective covers
removed or damaged.
15. When spray painting always work in a well ventilated area
and never close to open flames.
16. Never direct a jet of compressed air towards
people or animals. Keep children and animals away
from the compressor.
17. Do not use on an inclined surface.
18. Only use in ambient temperatures between
–10˚C and +40˚C.
19. Only operate on 230 volt supply and with maximum
fuse rating of 13 amps.
