RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Be Educated:
All users must read and fully understand all information contained in this owner’s manual
before assembling, operating, or maintaining this air compressor.
Avoid Moving Parts:
When the gas engine is running:
• Never touch any moving parts.
• Keep all body parts, hair, clothing, and jewelry away from moving parts.
• Never operate the air compressor without all guards and shrouds in place.
• Never stand on the compressor.
Attachments and Accessories:
For any attachment or accessory you will be using with this compressor, the maximum
allowable recommended pressure should be clearly marked on the product or should be
clearly noted within the operations manual. Exceeding the pressure rating of these
attachments (including, but not limited to: air tools, air operated accessories, spray guns, air
hose, air hose connections, tires and other inflatables) could cause them to fly apart or
explode and could result in serious injury.
• Never exceed the maximum allowable pressure recommended by the manufacturer of any
attachment or accessory you use with this compressor.
Personal Protection:
The employer and/or user must ensure that proper eye protection is worn. Eye protection
equipment must conform to the requirements of the American National Standards Institute
ANSI Z87.1 and provide both frontal and side protection.
NOTICE!:
Non-side shielded spectacles and face shields alone do not provide adequate
protection. Eye protection conforming to ANSI Z87.1 will always be marked “Z87”.
CAUTION:
Additional Safety Protection will be required in some environments. For
example, the working area may include exposure to noise level which can lead to hearing
damage. The employer and user must ensure that any necessary hearing protection is
provided and used by the operator and others in the work area. Some environments will
require the use of head protection equipment. When required, the employer and user must
ensure that head protection conforming to ANSI Z89.1.
• Always wear eye protection.
• Wear proper hearing and head protection.
• Compressed air blast must never be aimed at anyone. Compressed air can cause
bodily injury and can propel loose particles and small objects at high speed.
• Keep children away from area of operation.
Transporting:
Use the handle to move the compressor. Do not drag or pull the compressor by the power
cord or air hose. Always disconnect the air compressor before transporting.
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