2.2 Safety Precautions
Please carefully read and abide by each of the following points when using
a portable air compressor.
Never make connections to the battery with the isolating switch turned
‘ON’ as the resulting sparking at the battery terminals could pose a fire
hazard.
Never attempt to stop or slow the flow of compressed air using direct
exposure to skin.
NOTE: Normal textile clothing does not protect the skin
against the risk of air embolism posed by exposure
to compressed air.
NOTE: An air embolism is a serious condition of the blood
stream which may result in severe injury or death.
For the same reason as above, never use compressed air to clean
clothing, hair, or body.
Wear suitable protective equipment (e.g., glasses, face shields, etc.) to
control the risk of injury due to projectile particles.
Never point the hose at anyone and always see that bystanders are out
of the line of air flow.
If using extension or replacement hoses other than genuine ARB hoses,
use only sound strong hose with secure couplings and connections
having a high temperature rating and a burst pressure of over 1380 Kpa
[200 PSI].
If using compressed air accessories (e.g., extension or replacement
hoses, or pneumatic devices like air tools) other than genuine ARB,
avoid the danger of spontaneous disconnection by using only products
with hose fittings that conform to one of the international standards listed
in the specifications (ref: Section 1.3).
Air hoses should be securely held to prevent whipping.
Compressed air contains contaminants which makes it unsuitable for
use in air-supplied respiratory protective devices such as spray painting
hoods. Only use compressed air with such devices when appropriately
filtered through approved filtration equipment.
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