SAFETY GUIDELINES
WHAT TO
LOOK FOR
Compressed
Air
Electricity
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WHAT COULD HAPPEN [
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Compressed air can propel dust, dirt or loose par-
ticles it comes in contact with. These propelled
_articles may cause serious injury or damage.
Too much air pressure applied to air tools or acces-
sories can cause damage or risk of bursting.
Your air compressor is powered by electricity.
Like any other electrically powered device, if it is
not used properly it may cause electrical shock.
Toxic Vapors
Unsuitable
Solvents
It is normal for compressed air to contain toxic or
irritating vapors. Such vapors are harmful if in-
haled.
Certain materials you are spraying (like paint,
weed killer, sand or insecticide) can be harmful if
you inhale them.
The solvents 1,1,1 - Trichloroethane and Meth-
ylene Chloride can chemically react with alumi-
num used in paint spray guns, paint pumps, etc., and
cause an explosion. These solvents can also react
with galvanized components and cause corrosion
and weakening of parts. This does not affect your
air compressor - but it may affect the equipment
being used.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Never point any nozzle or sprayer toward a person
or any part of the body.
Always wear safety goggles or glasses when using
the air compressor.
Always turn the air compressor off before attach-
ing or removing accessories.
Check the manufacturer's pressure rating for air
tools and accessories. Regulator outlet pressure
must never exceed the maximum pressure rating.
NOTE: IF A REGULATOR IS NOT SUP-
PLIED WITH YOUR COMPRESSOR, YOU
MUST INSTALL ONE BEFORE USING AIR
TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES WITH PRES-
SURE RATINGS LESS THAN 200 PSIG.
Always unplug the air compressor prior to mainte-
nance or repair.
Never use the air compressor outdoors when it is
raining.
Always plug the cord into an electrica! outlet with
the specified voltage and adequate fuse protection.
Never directly inhale the compressed air produced
by this unit.
Read labels and safety data for al! materials you
spray. Follow all safety precautions.
Use a mask or respirator if there is a chance of
inhaling toxic sprayed materials. Masks and respi-
rators have limits and will only provide protection
against some kinds and limited amounts of toxic
material. Read mask and respirator instructions
carefully. Consult with a safety expert or industrial
hygienist if you are not sure about the use of a
certain mask or respirator.
If the material you intend to spray contains the
solvents listed at left (read the label or data sheet),
do not use accessories that contain aluminum or
galvanized parts. You must either change the
material you intend to spray, or use only stainless
steel spray equipment.
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