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5. SAFETY INSTRUCTION
1.
This equipment, if improperly used, can cause physical and material damage. To avoid these damages, follow the instructions
below:
• This equipment may not be used by people with physical, sensorial, or mental handicaps. Or without experience or knowledge.
• People without the proper experience or knowledge may use this equipment only if properly supervised or instructed to it’s use by so-
meone who is liable for his or her safety.
• This equipment may not be used by children under any circumstances.
• Do not use your equipment while tired, under the infl uence of medication, alcohol or drugs. Lack of attention during operation may result
in serious personal injury;
• Can cause mechanical or electrical interference on nearby sensitive equipments;
• Must be installed and operated in places that are ventilated and protected against moist presence and water falling.
2.
The equipment model must be chosen in compliance with the established use. don’t exceed maximun capacity, if required, acquire
a more suitable product for the application. This will increase the efficiency and safety in the work;
3.
Always use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE), as each application, such as dust glasses and masks, non-skid safety
shoes and ear protection. This reduces the risks against personal injury;
4.
Not use long wear clothing, or jewelry that may come into contact with the moving part of the compressor during use. If you have
long hair, contain it before using the product;
5.
While in use, this equipment has electrical components and hot moving parts;
6.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock:
• Do not use the equipment barefoot, in wet or very humid places, do not touch metal surfaces attached to the ground or grounded,
such as pipes, motors, gutters, fences, windows, doors, metal gates, etc, this increases the risk of electric shock;
• The electrical installations of the compressor must be according to the country’s current regulation (Electrical installations of low vol-
tage).
• Before cleaning or performing maintenance, disconnect the machine from the power grid;
• Do not make splices in the cord. If required, change for a power cord.
• Do not use your electric equipment in explosive atmospheres (gas, flammable liquid or dust). The motor generate sparks that may cause
explosion;
• Make sure that the disconnect switch is in the “off” position before connecting the equipment to the power grid.
7.
Do not modify the settings of the safety valve and pressure switch, once they come preset from the factory, if some adjustment is ne-
cessary on the pressure switch, use the service of the nearest SCHULZ AUTHORIZED DEALER.
8.
Never exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the compressor’s identification plate/sticker.
9.
Never operate the safety valve with the compressor under operation or pressure. This may cause injury due to shooting particles and/or
burns when the valve is installed on a hot piece;
10.
Never perform repairs or welding services on the tank, because they can affect the resistance or mask more serious problems. If there
is any leak, crack or corrosive wear, suspend the use of the equipment immediately and find a SCHULZ AUTHORIZED DEALER.
11.
Release all pressure in the tank before performing any maintenance;
12.
The compressed air might contain pollutants that will cause harm to the health of humans, animals, ambient or foods, among
others. The compressed air must be treated with adequate filters, according to application and use requirements. Consult the factory
or a SCHULZ AUTHORIZED DEALER for more information.
13.
Do not allow the compressor to keep in contact with any flammable substances;
14.
Remove all adjustment tools before turning your equipment on. A tool or part stuck in moving of the equipment may cause serious
injuries;
15.
Never clean the compressor with solvents or any other flammable substances, use a neutral detergent.
16.
In presence of any equipment abnormally, suspend its operation immediately and contact the nearest SCHULZ AUTHORIZED
DEALER.
