VITO VICOC200B, Instruction Manual

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While operating this compressor, several basic
safety precautions must always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shocks and personal injuries.
Read and understand the instruction manual before
start using this appliance. Keep this manual for
future reference.
These preventive measures are essential for your safety,
always operate the compressor carefully, responsibly and
considering that the user is responsible for any accidents
caused to third parties or their property.
The compressor may only be used by people who have read
the instruction manual and are familiar with its handling.
Before first use, the user must be instructed by the seller or
other competent person on how to use the compressor and
must receive adequate and practical instructions.
This instruction manual is an integral part of the
compressor and must always be provided alongside the
appliance.
Familiarize yourself with the control devices and use of the
air compressor. In particular, the user must know how to
quickly stop the appliance.
Stay alert and use common sense while operating a
compressor. A moment of inattention can result in serious
injury.
Do not use the air compressor if you are not both physically
and mentally well. Do not operate it while you are tired or
under the influence of medication, drugs or alcohol. If you
have a health problem, ask your doctor if it is safe for you
to use the air compressor before doing so.
Never allow the air compressor to be operated by children,
individuals with limited physical, sensory or mental
abilities, individuals with lack of experience and knowledge
of the appliance, or others unfamiliar with the use
instructions.
The air compressor may only be used as stated in this
instruction manual. Any other use, which may be
dangerous and may cause injury to the user or damage to
the power tool, is not permitted.
Do not overload the compressor, the equipment runs better
and safer within its limits indicated in the technical data
table.
Do not overload the compressor and use it properly for each
type of work. Using this equipment for purposes other than
the intended may result in dangerous situations.
For safety reasons, any alteration to the compressor other
than the assembly of accessories authorised by the
manufacturer is prohibited. The warranty on your air
compressor will be voided if you alter it in any way.
You may get information on authorized accessories from
your official VITO distributor.
Do not run the air compressor in explosive
environments, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks that can
ignite liquids, gases, or dust.
Do not expose the power tool to rain or operate it in wet or
moist environments. The presence of water in a power tool
increases the risk of damage and electric shock to the user.
The supply voltage must match the technical
specifications of the air compressor. Keep the voltage
between ± 5% of the rated value. Do not operate the power
tool in places where the supply voltage is not stable.
The power cord must be plugged into a socket with
differential protection and earth terminal. If the workplace
is extremely hot, humid or with a high concentration of
dust, the socket circuit must be protected with a circuit
breaker (30 mA) to ensure the safety of the user.
Never use the power cord to pull, carry or unplug the
compressor. Damaged power cords increase the risk of
electric shock.