5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
Maintenance and inspection:
The valve must not be subject to knocks which may cause deformities. It is obligatory for qualified
technicians to make sure that the safety valve functions correctly at least once a year. Valves
equipped with a ring must be tested while pressurised to between 80 – 90% of the calibration
value. Pull the ring and release immediately. During the test the valve must definitely open and
discharge the air and re-close immediately when the ring is released. It is absolutely necessary to
carry out this procedure with the utmost caution because this type of job can be dangerous if
adequate safety measures are not taken; wear goggles, a head set and anything else necessary
to protect against noise, jets of air, etc. which may be discharged from the valve.
5.3 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRESSURE VESSELS
− This pressure tank can only be charged with natural air within temperature and pressure limits
as specified on the manufacturer’s plate and declaration of conformity.
− Ensure that tank safety and control devices are efficient and flawless. When replaced, the tank
should not be under pressure.
− Drain the condensation off the tank every 7 days.
− Check for signs of inner corrosion at regular intervals. Tank walls should have a minimum
thickness of 1.0 – 2.0mm.
− Any kind of welding to the tank is forbidden.
− The user shall comply with laws on pressure vessel operation in force in the country in which
the tank is operated.
− The construction is mainly effected for permanent load by internal pressure. Cyclic loads are
not considered, only for a range of 10% PS.
5.4 RESIDUAL RISK
Important: Although the safety instructions and operating manuals for our tools contain extensive
instructions of safe working with power tools, every power tool involves a certain residual risk
which can not be completely excluded by safety mechanisms. Power tools must therefore always
be operated with caution!
5.5 CONNECTION TO THE POWER SUPPLY
Caution: Risk of electric shock. Do not open.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded 3 pin mains plug for your safety. The value of the fuse
fitted is marked on the pin face of the plug. Should the fuse need replacing, ensure the substitute
is of the correct rating, approved to BS1362 and ASTA or BS Kite marked.
ASTA
BSI
Make sure the power supply information on the machine’s rating plate are compatible with the
power supply you intend to connect it to.
If a replacement plug is to be fitted this must be carried out by a qualified electrician.
The damaged or incomplete plug, when cut from the cable shall be disabled to prevent connection
to a live electrical outlet.
This appliance is Class I
†
and is designed for connection to a power supply matching that detailed
on the rating label and compatible with the plug fitted.
If an extension lead is required, use an approved and compatible lead rated for this appliance.
Follow all the instruction supplied with the extension lead.
†
Earthed: This product requires an earth connection to protect against electric shock from
accessible conductive parts in the event of a failure of the basic insulation.
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