VITO AUTO VICO230V, Instruction Manual

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should take some precautions, such as:
� If using this machine outdoors, use
only suitable extension cords for
outdoor use. Using a proper extension
cord reduces de risk of electric shock;
� Use only extension cords with 3
cables, plugs and sockets with earth
connection;
� The extension cable section must be
proportional to the length and have
equal or higher characteristics to the
compressor’s power cable;
� Do not use damaged extension cords.
Check them before using and replace
if necessary;
� When it’s an extension cord reel, unroll
the entire cable;
� Always unplug the extension cord
before removing the compressor’s
power cable;
2.3 - BEFORE OPERATING
Make sure that the compressor is
only used by who is familiar with the
instruction manual.
To ensure a safe operation, you must:
� Check the equipment before using
it. Check that all the accessories are
correctly assembled and attached to
the machine and in good conditions.
Never use damaged accessories;
� Make sure that the switch is off when
you plug in the power cable. If the
button is damaged or doesn’t allow
controlling the compressor’s operation,
it must be repaired or replaced in order
to prevent an unintentional start. Do
not use any equipment when it is not
possible to control de switch;
� Check if the safety devices are
in perfect conditions and working
correctly. Never use the machine if
any safety device is missing, inhibited,
damaged or worn;
� The protection devices and damaged
parts must be replaced or repaired by
the technical assistance;
� Before inflating, check the maximum
pressure allowed by the object to be
inflated. For this purpose, check the
object’s instruction manual. If the object
is inflated with pressure higher than the
maximum pressure allowed, it may
burst and cause serious injuries.
Perform all the needed adjustments
and in case of doubts ask your
distributor for assistance.
2.4 - WHILE OPERATING
Keep other people away from
the working area. Never use the
compressor if animals or people,
particularly children, are nearby.
Keep the working area clean, organized
and well illuminated (brightness from
250 to 300 lux), in order to reduce
the risk of accidents.
The control and safety devices installed
in the machine must not be removed or
inhibited
Make sure that the ventilation openings
aren’t obstructed while operating.
Do not insert any objects inside the
openings neither the compressor.
Otherwise, it may overheat.
Do not leave the compressor nearby
heat sources. In case of very high
temperatures, do not leave the
compressor inside the car, especially
during summer, once it may overheat.
Never leave the compressor running
without surveillance and respect all
indications for inflating an object. It may
burst and cause serious injuries.
This compressor contains parts which
may reach a very high temperature
during operation. In order to avoid
burns, do not touch any of these
elements.
2.5 - MAINTENANCE
AND CLEANING
Make sure that the compressor
is disconnected from the
electrical supply before carrying out
any maintenance.
Replace worn or damaged parts
immediately, so that the machine is
always in a safe operating condition.
Cleaning:
The compressor must be carefully
cleaned after each use.
Do not use aggressive cleaning
products. These products may damage
plastics and metals, compromising the
safe operation of the equipment.
Maintenance:
Only maintenance works described in
this instruction manual may be carried
out; all other works must be performed
by an official distributor.
Keep all the nuts and screws well
tightened in order to ensure a safe
operation.
If any components or safety devices are
removed for maintenance works, they
must be repositioned immediately.
Use only VITO-approved tools for this
machine or technically identical parts.
Not doing so may result in personal
injuries or damages to the machine. In
case of doubt, you should contact an
official distributor.
2.6 - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
This compressor must be repaired only
by the brand official technical service
or by qualified technicians and only
with original replacement parts.
3. ASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS
Place the compressor inside clean,
dry and well ventilated areas. Never
use this equipment in damp places or