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RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXiATiON)
HOW TO PREVENT iT
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Air obtained directly from the com-
pressor 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 d treating air to all
applicable local and federal codes
prior to human consumption.
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Sprayed materials such as paint,
Work in an area with good cross
paint solvents, paint remover, insec-
ventilation. Read and follow the
ticides, weed killers, may contain
safety instructions provided on the
harmful vapors and poisons,
label or safety data sheets for the
materials you are spraying. Always
use certified safety equipment:
OSHA!MSHA!NIOSH
respiratory
protection designed for use with
your specific application.
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RiSK o r BURSTING
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The compressed air directly from
your compressor is not safe for
breathing. The air stream may con-
tain carbon monoxide, toxic vapors,
or solid particles from the air tank.
Breathing these contaminants can
cause serious injury or death.
Air Tank: The air tank on your Air Compressor is designed and may be UM coded
(for units with air tanks greater than 6" (122 mm) diameter) 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 Industriesin the government section of a phone book.
The following conditions could lead to a weakening of the air tank, and result in a
violent air tank explosion:
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
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Failure to properly drain condensed
water from air tank, causing rust
and thinning of the steel air tank.
HOW TO PREVENT iT
Drain air tank daily or after each
use. If air tank develops a leak,
replace it immediately with a
new air tank or replace the entire
compressor.
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