Ingersoll-Rand 10/125, Operating & Maintenance Manual

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Safety Operating & Maintenance Manual
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This machine produces loud noise with the doors open or service valve vented. Extended
exposure to loud noise can cause hearing loss. Always wear hearing protection when doors
are open or service valve is vented.
Never inspect or service unit without first disconnecting battery cables(s) to prevent accidental
starting.
Do not use petroleum products (solvents or fuels) under high pressure as this can penetrate
the skin and result in serious illness, wear eye protection while cleaning unit with compressed
air to prevent debris from injuring eye(s).
Rotating fan blade can cause serious injury. Do not operate without guard in place.
Use care to avoid contacting hot surfaces (engine exhaust manifold and piping, air receiver
and air discharge piping, etc.).
Ether is an extremely volatile, highly inflammable gas. When it is specified as a starting aid,
use sparingly. DO NOT USE ETHER IF THE MACHINE HAS GLOW PLUGS OR INLET
HEATER STARTING AIDS OR ENGINE DAMAGE WILL RESULT.
Never operate unit with guards, covers or screens removed. Keep hands, hair, clothing, tools,
blow gun tips, etc. well away from moving parts.
Compressed Air
Compressed air can be dangerous if incorrectly handled. Before doing any work on the unit,
ensure that all pressure is vented from the system and that the machine cannot be started
accidentally.
Ensure that the machine is operating at the rated pressure and that the rated pressure is
known to all relevant personnel.
All air pressure equipment installed in or connected to the machine must have safe working
pressure ratings of at least the machine rated pressure.
If more than one is compressor is connected to one common downstream plant, effective
check valves and isolation valves must be fitted and controlled by work procedures, so that
one machine cannot accidently be pressurised / over pressurised by another.
Compressed air must not be used for a direct feed to any form of breathing apparatus or mask.
High Pressure Air can cause serious injury or death. Relieve pressure before removing filler
plugs / caps, fittings or covers.
Air pressure can remain trapped in air supply line which can result in serious injury or death.
Always carefully vent air supply line at tool or vent valve before performing any service.
The discharged air contains a very small percentage of compressor lubricating oil and care
should be taken to ensure that downstream equipment is compatible.
If the discharged air is to be ultimately released into a confined space, adequate ventilation
must be provided.
When using compressed air always use appropriate personal protective equipment.
All pressure containing parts, especially flexible hoses and their couplings, must be regularly
inspected, be free from defects and be replaced according to the Manual instructions.