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SAFETY
1. Prior to use, become familiar with the instructions given in this manual.
In particular, become familiar with the ON/OFF control for stopping
the compressor in the event of an emergency.
2. When operating the air compressor, always use eye protection such as
goggles, making sure that other people in the work area are also
using eye protection.
3. Eye protectors must provide protection from flying particles both
from the front and from the side.
4. Hearing protection should be worn when operating this compressor,
use ear plugs or ear defenders.
5. Never place your hand near any moving parts on the air compressor or
operate with the covers removed.
6. Never operate the air compressor in wet or damp locations.
7. Loose clothing or jewellery may be caught in moving parts. Always tie
long hair back, and wear suitable clothing.
8. Clear the work area of all unnecessary tools, debris and furniture.
9. During operation, the motor, connections, compressor body, cylinder
head and tubes may get hot, do not touch.
10. Do not direct the air stream at people or animals. Compressed air can
cause soft tissue damage and propel dirt and other particles at high
speed.
11. This compressor should not be used to supply breathing quality air.
Never use it as breathing apparatus.
12. When connecting the air compressor to the mains supply make sure
the red button on top of the air compressor is in the OFF (down) position.
13. When not in use the air compressor should be stored in a secure, dry
place out of the reach of children. Always lock up the storage area.
14. If the air compressor is damaged in any way, have it repaired by a
qualified engineer.
15. Using extension leads can cause your compressor motor to burn out.
Only use extension hoses.