Airmac Owner’s Manual
August 2006
© Glenco Manufacturing Pty Ltd
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SAFETY
Compressed air can contain carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and/or other poisonous
contaminants that can cause death or serious injury. The air compressor is not
designed, intended or approved for breathing air. Do not use compressed air for
breathing air applications without proper treatment. Do not use the compressor for any
gas other than air.
High voltage electricity can cause death or serious injury. All electrical installation or
repair work must be carried out by a licensed electrician. The compressor must be
connected to a properly grounded circuit of adequate capacity. Disconnect power
supply before servicing. Do not operate the compressor in wet conditions. Store
indoors.
Petrol and diesel fuels are flammable and poisonous and can cause death or serious
injury. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks close to the engine.
Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide that can cause death or serious
injury. Ensure adequate ventilation and do not operate the engine in a closed garage or
confined space.
The 12 Volt battery gives off explosive gases and its electrolyte contains corrosive acid,
either of which can cause death or serious injury. Keep sparks, flames and cigarettes
away from the battery and provide adequate ventilation when charging. Do not allow
the electrolyte to contact body or clothing.
Read and understand the separate Owner’s Manual for the petrol or diesel engine
before operating the compressor.
Moving parts can cause serious injury. Keep clear of the compressor during operation.
Do not operate with the drive guard removed. The compressor may start automatically.
Disconnect the power supply or switch-off engine before servicing.
Hot surfaces can cause serious injury. Do not touch metal surface of any compressor
component (including piping and tank) during or shortly after operation. Allow to cool
before servicing. Do not stand on the compressor or use it as a handhold.
Keep children, pets and unauthorized persons away from the compressor at all times.
High pressure air can cause death or serious injury. Do not bypass, modify or remove
the safety valve. Do not operate the compressor with a faulty safety valve or pressure
gauge. Do not direct the air stream at body. High pressure air can stir up dust and
debris that may be harmful. Release air slowly when draining condensate water or
depressurizing the compressor. Do not connect the compressor to air handling parts
that cannot withstand the compressor’s maximum design pressure (refer to tank
nameplate).