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IMPORTANT SAFETY INTRODUCTION
To reduce the risk of injury, do not operate this unit until you read this instruction
manual for safety, operation and maintenance instructions.
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Some dust contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm such as asbestos and lead in lead based paint
.
DEFINITIONS: SAFETY GUIDElINES
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the
manual and pay attention to these symbols.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will
result in
death or serious injury
.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could
result in
death or serious injury
.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may
result in
minor or moderate injury
.
Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided,
may
result
in
property damage
.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
RISk OF ExPlOSION OR FIRE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• It is normal for electrical contacts
within the motor and pressure switch
to spark.
• Always operate the compressor in a well
ventilated area free of combustible materi-
als, gasoline or solvent vapors.
• If electrical sparks from compressor
come into contact with flammable
vapors, they may ignite, causing fire or
explosion.
• If spraying flammable materials, locate com-
pressor at least 20' (6.1 m) away from spray
area. An additional length of hose may be
required.
• Store flammable materials in a secure loca-
tion away from compressor.
• Restricting any of the compressor
ventilation openings will cause serious
overheating and could cause fire.
• Never place objects against or on top of
compressor.
• Operate compressor in an open area at
least 12" (30.5 cm) away from any wall or
obstruction that would restrict the flow of
fresh air to the ventilation openings.
• Operate compressor in a clean, dry well
ventilated area. Do not operate unit indoors
or in any confined area. Store indoors.
• Unattended operation of this product
could result in personal injury or prop-
erty damage. To reduce the risk of fire,
do not allow the compressor to oper-
ate unattended.
• Always remain in attendance with the prod-
uct when it is operating.
• Always turn off and unplug unit when not in
use.
