SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand.
This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT
PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below.
Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.
Indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm such as asbestos and lead in
lead based paint.
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.
• Restricting any of the compressor
ventilation openings will cause serious
overheating and could cause fire.
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California
Some dust contains chemicals known to the State of California to
To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HAZARD
RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
related to personal injury which, if
not avoided, may result in property
damage.
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.
2 - ENG
Indicates a potentially
Indicates a practice not