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Operating Instructions
General Safety
(Continued)
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:
1. Read all manuals
included with this
product carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar
with the controls and
the proper use of the equipment.
2. Follow all local electrical and safety
codes as well as the United States
National Electrical Codes (NEC) and
Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
3. Only persons well acquainted with
these rules of safe operation should
be allowed to use the compressor.
4. Keep visitors away and NEVER allow
children in the work area.
5. Wear safety glasses and use hearing
protection when operating the unit.
6. Do not stand on or use the unit as a
handhold.
7. 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.
8. 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.
Never
operate
compressor without
a beltguard. This unit
can start automatically
without warning. Personal injury
or property damage could occur
from contact with moving parts.
9. 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.
10. Keep fingers away from a running
compressor; fast moving and hot
parts will cause injury and/or burns.
11. 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.
12. To reduce fire hazard, keep engine/
motor exterior free of oil, solvent,
or excessive grease.
An ASME code
safety relief valve
with a setting no higher than
200 psi for two- stage compressors
or 150 psi for single stage
compressors MUST be installed
in the air lines or in the tank for
this compressor. The ASME safety
valve must have sufficient flow
and pressure ratings to protect
the pressurized components from
bursting. The flow rating can be
found in the parts manual. The
maximum safe pressure rating for
the pump is 200 psi (two-stage) or
150 psi (single stage). The safety
valve in the intercooler does not
provide system protection.
Maximum
operating
pressure is 175 psi for two-stage
compressors and 135 psi for single
stage compressors. Do not operate
with pressure switch or pilot
valves set higher than 175 psi
(two-stage) or 135 psi (single
stage).
13. Never attempt to adjust ASME
safety valve. Keep safety valve
free from paint and other
accumulations.
Never
attempt to repair or
modify a tank! Welding,
drilling or any other
modification will weaken the tank
resulting in damage from rupture
or explosion. Always replace worn,
cracked or damaged tanks.
14. Tanks rust from moisture build-up,
which weakens the tank. Make
sure to drain tank regularly and
inspect periodically for unsafe
conditions such as rust formation
and corrosion.
Drain liquid from
tank daily.
15. Fast moving air will stir up dust
and debris which may be harmful.
Release air slowly when draining
moisture or depressurizing the
compressor system.
SPRAYING PRECAUTIONS
Do not
spray
flammable materials in
vicinity of open flame or near
ignition sources including the
compressor unit.
16. Do not smoke when spraying paint,
insecticides, or other flammable
substances.
17. Use a face mask /
respirator when
spraying and spray in a
well ventilated area to
prevent health and fire
hazards.
18. Do not direct paint or other sprayed
material at the compressor. Locate
compressor as far away from
the spraying area as possible to
minimize overspray accumulation on
the compressor.
19. When spraying or cleaning with
solvents or toxic chemicals, follow
the instructions provided by the
chemical manufacturer.
Installation
Disconnect, tag and lock
out power source then
release all pressure from
the system before attempting to
install, service, relocate or perform
any maintenance.
Do not lift or
move unit without
appropriately rated equipment. Be
sure the unit is securely attached to
lifting device used. Do not lift unit
by holding onto tubes or coolers. Do
not use unit to lift other attached
equipment.
Never use the
wood shipping
skids for mounting the compressor.
Install and operate unit at least
24 inches from any obstructions in
a clean, well ventilated area. The
surrounding air temperature should
not exceed 100° F. This will ensure
an unobstructed flow of air to cool
compressor and allow adequate space
for maintenance.
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