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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.
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 a practice not related to personal
injury which, if not avoided,
may
result in
property
damage.
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING:
Do not operate this unit until you read and understand
this instruction manual for safety, operation and maintenance
instructions.
SAVE thESE InStruCtIonS
DANGER: RIsk Of ExplOsION OR fIRE
WHAt CAn HAPPen
HoW to PreVent It
• It is normal for electrical con-
tacts within the motor and
pressure switch to spark.
• Always operate the compres-
sor in a well ventilated area
free of combustible materials,
gasoline, or solvent vapors.
• If electrical sparks from
compressor come into con-
tact with flammable vapors,
they may ignite, causing fire
or explosion.
• If spraying flammable materi-
als, locate compressor at
least 20 feet (6.1 m) away
from spray area. An addi-
tional length of hose may be
required.
• Store flammable materials in
a secure location away from
compressor.
• Restricting any of the com-
pressor ventilation openings
will cause serious overheat-
ing 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.
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