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• The compressed air directly
from your compressor is not
safe for breathing. The air
stream may contain carbon
monoxide, toxic vapors
or solid particles from the
air tank. Breathing these
contaminant's can cause
serious injury or death.
• Air obtained directly from the
compressor should never be
used to supply air for human
consumption. In order to use air
produced by this compressor
for breathing, suitable filters and
in-line safety equipment must
be properly installed. In-line
filters and safety equipment
used in conjunction with the
compressor must be capable
of treating air to all applicable
local and federal codes prior to
human consumption.
• Exposure to chemicals
in dust created by
power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling and other
construction activities may
be harmful.
• Sprayed materials such as
paint, paint solvents, paint
remover, insecticides, weed
killers, may contain harmful
vapors and poisons.
• Work in an area with good
cross ventilation. Read and
follow the safety instructions
provided on the label or
safety data sheets for the
materials you are spraying.
Always use certified safety
equipment: NIOSH/OSHA
respiratory protection or
properly fit ting face mask
designed for use with your
specific application.
DANGER: RISk Of INjURy OR PROP ER Ty DAmAGE WHEN
TRANSPORTING OR STORING
WHAt CAn HAPPen
HoW to PreVent It
• Oil can leak or spill and could
result in fire or breathing
hazard; serious injury or
death can result. Oil leaks will
damage carpet, paint or other
surfaces in vehicles or trailers.
• Always place compressor
on a protective mat when
transporting to protect against
damage to vehicle from leaks.
Remove compressor from
vehicle immediately upon arrival
at your destination. Always keep
compressor level and never lie
on its side.
WARNING: RISk Of BURSTING
Air tank: The air tank on your Air Compressor is designed and may
be UM coded [for units with air tanks greater than 6
"
(152 mm) diam-
eter] according to ASME Section VIII, Div. 1 rules. All pressure vessels
should be inspected once every two years. To find your state pressure
vessels inspector, look under the Division of Labor and Industries in
the government section of a phone book or call 1-800-4-D
e
WALT for
assistance.
The following conditions could lead to a weakening of the air tank, and
result in a violent air tank explosion:
