DeWalt D55141 - Safety Precautions; Important Safety Instructions; Risk of Explosion or Fire

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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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WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read and understand
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.
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DANGER: RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
 • Itisnormalforelectricalcon-
tacts within the motor and
pressure switch to spark.
 • Alwaysoperatethecompres-
sor in a well ventilated area
free of combustible materials,
gasoline, or solvent vapors.
 • Ifelectricalsparksfrom
compressor come into con-
tact with flammable vapors,
they may ignite, causing fire
or explosion.
 • Ifsprayingflammablemateri-
als, locate compressor at
least 20 feet (6.1 m) away
from spray area. An addi-
tional length of hose may be
required.
 • Storeflammablematerialsin
a secure location away from
compressor.
 • Restrictinganyofthecom-
pressor ventilation openings
will cause serious overheat-
ing and could cause fire.
 • 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 indoors or
in any confined area.