CompAir 5211.2.IA, Operator'S Manual

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CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050
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1.4.1 GENERAL
CompAir UK Ltd Ipswich compressor safety relates to the document BS EN1012-1 Compressors and
Vacuum Pumps - Safety
requirements and the UK Pressure Systems Health & Safety Regulations S.I. No.
128.
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Most accidents which occur during the operation and maintenance of machinery result of failure to
observe basic safety rules or precautions. Recognising a situation that is potentially hazardous can often
prevent an accident.
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When handling, operating or carrying out maintenance on the unit, personnel must observe safe
engineering practices and all relevant local regulations. The attention of users is drawn to the Health and
Safety at Work Act 1974, and the regulations of the Institution of Electrical Engineers.
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CompAir UK Ltd cannot anticipate every possible circumstance, which might represent a potential
hazard. The WARNINGS in this manual are therefore not all inclusive. If the user employs an operating
procedure, an item of equipment or a method of working which is not specifically recommended by
CompAir
UK Ltd then they must ensure that the unit will not be damaged or made unsafe and that there
is no risk to persons or property.
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Failure to observe these precautions given under "Safety Precautions" may be considered dangerous
practice or misuse of the compressor
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Read and understand all WARNINGS, CAUTION AND MANDATORY LABELS on the unit before
operating or carrying out maintenance or servicing.
1.4.2 WARNINGS, CAUTIONS & NOTES
The following details for this Safety Section relate to ESSENTIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS referred to in
Machinery Directive 89/392/EEC, Amended 91/286/EEC.
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Warnings call for attention to operating procedures involving specific hazards which could cause injury
or death and are identified by the following
RISK OF DANGER
RISK OF HIGH PRESSURE RISK OF GAS EXHAUST
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
RISK OF HOT SURFACE CONSULT MANUAL