Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information
that is very important to know
and understand� This information
is provided for SAFETY and to
PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS�
To help recognize this information,
observe the following symbols�
Danger indicates
an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, WILL result in death or
serious injury.
Warning indicates
a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, COULD result in death or
serious injury.
Caution indicates
a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, MAY result in minor or
moderate injury.
Notice indicates
important
information, that if not followed, may
cause damage to equipment.
IMPORTANT: Information that
requires special attention�
Safety Symbols
The following Safety Symbols appear
throughout this manual to alert you
to important safety hazards and
precautions�
Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to
assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and
others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply with instructions could
result in personal injury and/or property damage! Retain instructions for future
reference.
Important Safety Information
This manual contains important safety, operational and maintenance information�
If you have any questions, please call 1-800-543-6400 for customer assistance�
Since the air compressor and other components (material pump, spray guns, filters,
lubricators, hoses, etc�) used make up a high pressure pumping system, the following
safety precautions must be observed at all times:
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
This product or its power cord may contain chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
You can create dust when you cut, sand, drill or
grind materials such as wood, paint, metal, concrete,
cement, or other masonry. This dust often contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wear protective
gear.
GENERAL SAFETY
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Read all manuals included with this product carefully� Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment�
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Follow all local electrical and safety codes as well as the United States
National Electrical Codes (NEC) and Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA)�
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Only persons well acquainted with these rules of safe operation should be allowed
to use the compressor�
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Keep visitors away and NEVER allow children in the work area�
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Wear safety glasses and use hearing protection when operating the unit�
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Do not stand on or use the unit as a handhold�
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Before each use, inspect compressed air system and electrical
components for signs of damage, deterioration, weakness or leakage� Repair or
replace defective items before using�
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Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness�
Motors, electrical equipment and controls can cause
electrical arcs that will ignite a flammable gas or
vapor. Never operate or repair in or near a flammable gas or vapor.
Never store flammable liquids or gases in the vicinity of the compressor.
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Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that will get caught in the moving
parts of the unit�
Compressor parts may be hot even if the unit is
stopped.
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Keep fingers away from a running compressor; fast moving and hot
parts will cause injury and/or burns�
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If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, STOP the engine/motor and
check immediately for the cause� Vibration is generally an indication of trouble�
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To reduce fire hazard, keep engine/motor exterior free of oil, solvent, or excessive
grease�
Operating Instructions
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Risk of
Moving
Parts
Risk of
Hot Parts
Risk of
Explosion
Risk of
Fumes
Risk of
Pressure
Risk of
Shock
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