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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 per-
sonal injury
which, if not avoided,
may
result in
property damage.
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THIS OR ANY D
e
WALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT:
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e
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING:
Do not operate this unit until you read and understand
this instruction manual for safety, operation and maintenance
instructions.
WARNING:
This product contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
Wash hands after handling.
WARNING:
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.
SAVE ThESE INSTruCTION
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 com
-
pressor come into contact
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.
