Defi nitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each
signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these
symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read this instruction
manual for safety, operation and maintenance instructions.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING: Some dust contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm such
as asbestos and lead in lead based paint.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• It is normal for electrical
contacts within the motor
and pressure switch to
spark.
• If electrical sparks from
compressor come into
contact with flammable
vapors, they may ignite,
causing fire or explosion.
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• Restricting any of the
compressor ventilation
openings will cause serious
overheating and could cause
fire.
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HAZARD
DANGER: RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Always operate the
compressor in a well ventilated
area free of combustible
materials, gasoline, or solvent
vapors.
• If spraying flammable
materials, locate compressor
at least 20' (6.1 m) away
from spray area. An additional
length of air hose may be
required.
• Store flammable materials in
a secure location away from
compressor.
• Never place objects against or
on top of compressor.
• Operate compressor in
an open area at least 12"
(30.5 cm) away from any wall
or obstruction that would
restrict the flow of fresh air to
the ventilation openings.
• Operate compressor in a
clean, dry well ventilated area.
Do not operate unit in any
confined area. Store indoors.