MNL-0391
April 26, 2007
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BAUER
COMPRESSORS
CHAPTER 1:
INTRODUCTION
1.1
How To Use This Manual
This manual contains the operating and maintenance instructions for the Bauer Compressors, Inc. prod-
uct(s) listed on the front cover.
All instructions in this manual should be observed and carried out as written to prevent damage or pre-
mature wear to the product or the equipment served by it.
If your unit is equipped with nonstandard accessories and/or options, supplemental information is nor-
mally included in other documentation; i.e. OEM Manuals or additional Bauer Manuals.
While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this manual, Bauer
Compressors, Inc. will not, under any circumstances be held accountable for any inaccuracies or the
consequences thereof.
1.1.1
Manual Safety Notices
Important instructions concerning the endangerment of personnel, technical safety or operator safety
will be specially emphasized in this manual by placing the information in the following types of safety
notices.
^ DANGER ^
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This is limited to the most extreme situations.
^ WARNING ^
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or injury.
^ CAUTION ^
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
^ NOTE ^
NOTE advise of technical requirements that require particular attention by the operator or the
maintenance technician for proper maintenance and utilization of the equipment.