Safety 2
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ST16135-00E
Never run the compressor with any covers or guards missing,
unless advised to do so.
2.5
Potential Oil Health Hazards
This section relates to Hydrovane approved oil. For other oils
refer to the Health and Safety Instructions issued with the
relevant product.
There are no significant hazards associated with this product
when properly used and in the application for which it was
designed. Frequent and/or prolonged skin contact may give rise to
skin irritations and it is recommended that protective gloves are
worn. The carcinogenic action of mineral oils should be brought to
the attention of all users. *
The oil may be hot so take care when carrying out oil changes.
Do not keep oily rags in pockets or wear contaminated clothing.
Do not inhale fumes or vapours. Do not swallow. Avoid eye
contact.
Always wash hands after use and before eating, drinking and
smoking.
2.6
First Aid Measures
Inhalation - Remove from exposure into fresh air. If necessary
give artificial respiration or oxygen. Seek medical advice.
Skin Contact - *Mildly irritating. Remove by wiping. Wash with
soap and water. Apply emollient cream.
Eye Contact - *Mildly irritating. Flush with copious amounts of
warm water. Seek medical advice if necessary.
Ingestion - Do not induce vomiting because of the risk of
aspiration. Wash mouth out with water. Give 200-300 ml (1/2 a
pint) milk. Seek immediate medical attention.
Further Medical Treatment
Aspiration - If there is any suspicion of aspiration into the lungs
(for example during vomiting) admit to hospital immediately.
Pressure injection - Obtain immediate medical attention, even if
injury appears minor.
Spillage - Soak up with absorbent clay.
Waste Disposal - Oil, condensate, filter elements etc. should be
disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Do not allow oil
to contaminate water supplies.
* See Cautionary Notice SHW 397 ‘Effects of Mineral Oil on the
Skin’ and MS(B) 5 ‘Skin Cancer Caused by Oil’ published by
the Health and Safety Executive.
2.7
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
WARNING ! is used in the text to identify specific hazards which
can cause injury or death. This type of hazard is identified below.
CAUTION ! is used in the text to identify incorrect procedures
which can cause damage to the compressor.
NOTE ! is used in the text to draw attention to specific points of
importance.
Hydrovane declines all liability in the event of material damage or
bodily injury resulting from negligence in the application of these
precautions, from non-observation or lack of elementary
supervision in respect of handling, operation, servicing or repair,
even if not expressly stated in this instruction notice.
Risk of electric shock
Risk of hazard or danger
Risk of hot surfaces
Eye protection must be worn
Dust protection must be worn
Warning pressurised vessel
Warning pressurised component or system
Warning unit is remotely controlled and may start
without warning
Read the instruction manual
Do not operate the machine without the guard being
fitted
Warning do not start the machine without
consulting Handbook
Lifting point
Direction of rotation
