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Safety Precautions
1.1
Safety Information
The following are definitions of the Warnings, Cautions and Notes that are
used throughout this manual to call your attention to important information
regarding your safety, the safety and preservation of your equipment or an
important tip.
WARNING
Warning is used to indicate dangers that could result in personal
injury.
CAUTION
Caution is used to indicate situations that may result in damage
to components of your air compressors.
1.2
General Warnings
Observe these general warnings when operating or servicing this equipment:
•
Read the operating instructions and recommendations before using the
compressor.
•
Make sure the compressor is kept upright at all times.
•
Heed all warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions.
•
Do not use the compressor if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any
compressor that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
•
Disconnect power before cleaning and servicing the equipment. Do not
use liquid or aerosol cleaners; use only a damp lint-free cloth.
•
Lockout all electrical power sources before servicing the equipment.
•
To avoid explosion, do not operate this equipment in an explosive
atmosphere.
