Milwaukee M18 FAC, User Manual

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Never direct a jet of compressed air towards people or
animals. Take care not to blow dust and dirt towards
yourself or others.
Following this rule reduces the risk of
serious injury.
Do not use the air compressor to spray chemicals. Your
lungs can be damaged by inhaling toxic fumes. A respirator
may be necessary in dusty environments or when spraying
paint. Do not carry the product while painting.
Inspect hoses periodically. Replace damaged hoses.
Following this rule reduces the risk of serious personal injury.
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the air
compressor or air tool, a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that
it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and other conditions
that may a
ff ect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
Following this rule reduces the
risk of shock, fi re, or serious injury.
The product incorporates parts such as snap switches,
receptacles, and the like that tend to produce arcs or
sparks, and therefore, when the product is located in a
garage, it should be in a room or enclosure provided for
the purpose, or should be 45 cm or more above the
fl oor.
Never store a tool with the air connected. Storing the tool
with the air connected can result in unexpected fi ring and
possible serious personal injury.
Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation
is dusty. Following this rule reduces the risk of serious personal
injury.
Have servicing performed by a quali fi ed repair person
using only identical replacement parts. This ensures that
the safety of the product is maintained.
Always wear eye protection with side shields. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting
in possible serious injury.
The product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate the product
until the parts are replaced. Use of the product with damaged
or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.
Do not attempt to modify the product or create accessories
that are not recommended for use with the product. Any
such alteration or modi
fi cation is a misuse and could result
in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal
injury.
Never exceed the air tool’s pressure rating as recommended
by the manufacturer. When using the air compressor as an
in
fl ation device, always follow the maximum in fl ation guidelines
stated by the manufacturer of the item being in fl ated.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY AND WORKING INSTRUCTIONS
Do not exceed the pressure rating of any component in the
system.
Protect material lines and air lines from damage or puncture.
Keep the hose away from sharp objects, chemical spills, oil,
solvents, and wet
fl oors.
Check the hoses for weak or worn condition before each
use, ensuring that all connections are secure. Do not use the
hoses if a defect is found. Purchase a new hose, or notify an
authorised service centre for examination or repair.
Release all pressures within the system slowly. Dust and
debris may be harmful.
Store idle air compressors out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Air compressors are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
Maintain the product with care. Follow maintenance
instructions. Properly maintained products are easier to control.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, and any other condition that may a
ff ect the product’s
operation. If the product is damaged, have it serviced before
using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
products.
Keep the exterior of the product dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease. Use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake
fl uids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong
solvents to clean the product. Following this rule reduces the
risk of deterioration of the enclosure plastics.
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, remove the battery pack from the product
when assembling parts.
Remove the battery pack before starting any work on the
product.
Do not dispose of used battery packs in the household refuse
or by burning them. MILWAUKEE distributors o
ff er to retrieve
old batteries to protect the environment.
Do not store the battery pack together with metal objects (short
circuit risk).
Use only M18 System chargers for charging M18 System
battery packs. Do not use battery packs from other systems.
Never break open battery packs and chargers, and store them
only in dry rooms. Keep battery packs and chargers dry at all
times.
Battery acid may leak from damaged batteries under extreme
load or extreme temperatures. In case of contact with battery
acid, wash it o
ff immediately with soap and water. In case
of eye contact, rinse thoroughly for at least 10 minutes and
immediately seek medical attention.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fi re, personal injury,
and product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse
the tool, battery pack, or charger in
fl uid or allow fl uid to fl ow
inside them. Corrosive or conductive fl uids, such as seawater,
certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing
products, etc., can cause a short circuit.
SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE
Air compressors are utilised in a variety of air system
applications. Match the hoses, connectors, air tools, and
accessories to the capabilities of the air compressor.
The air compressor may be used for the following purposes:
● operating light-duty to medium-duty air-powered tools
● operating air accessories, such as air nozzles and
automotive tire inflators
Operate the product only in a well-ventilated area with an an
ambient temperature of 5°C – 40°C. Never operate the product
in places with dust, acids, vapours, or explosive or
fl ammable
gases.