Oemtools 24500 - Specific Hazard Alerts

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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 24500
1.8 CFM SINGLE STAGE
VACUUM PUMP
03/14
2014 ©OEM-TOOLS
ventilated area. Never run an engine without proper
ventilation for its exhaust. Stop work and take
necessary steps to improve ventilation in the work
area if you develop momentary eye, nose, or throat
irritation as this indicates inadequate ventilation.
• Engine parts that are in motion and unexpected
movement of a vehicle can injure or kill. When
working near moving engine parts, wear snug t
clothing and keep hands and ngers away from
moving parts. Keep hoses and tools clear of moving
parts. Always stay clear of moving engine parts.
Hoses and tools can be thrown through the air if not
kept clear of moving engine parts. The unexpected
movement of a vehicle can injure or kill. When
working on vehicles always set the parking brake or
block the wheels.
• Be alert for hot engine parts to avoid accidental
burns.
• When under pressure, refrigerants become liquid.
When accidentally released from the liquid state they
evaporate and become gaseous. As they evaporate,
they can freeze tissue very rapidly. When these
gases are breathed in, the lungs can be seriously
damaged. If sufcient quantities are taken into the
lungs, death can result. If you believe you have
exposed your lungs to released refrigerant, seek
immediate medical assistance. Refrigerants can
cause frostbite and severe burns to exposed skin.
Refrigerants are under pressure and can be forcibly
sprayed in all directions if carelessly handled. Avoid
contact with refrigerants and always wear protective
gloves and make certain other exposed skin is
properly covered. Refrigerants can also severely
injure or cause permanent blindness to unprotected
eyes. Avoid contact with refrigerants and always
wear safety goggles.
• Avoid accidental re and/or explosion. Do not
smoke near engine fuel and battery components.
• The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur. The
operator must understand that common sense and
caution are factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the operator.
• The manufacturer declines any and all responsibility
for damage to vehicles or components if said
damage is the result of unskillful handling by the
operator or of failure to observe the basic safety
rules set forth in the instruction manual.
• This product contains one of more chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer or birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
thoroughly after handling.
DISPOSAL
• At the end of the useful life of the OEMTools
A/C Vacuum Pump dispose of the components
according to all state, federal, and local regulations
• All technicians opening the refrigeration circuit in
automotive air conditioning systems must now
be certied in refrigerant recovery and recycling
procedures to be in compliance with Section 609
of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. For
information on certication call MACS Worldwide
at (215) 631-7020.
GENERAL INFORMATION
ONLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL SHOULD OPERATE
THIS UNIT. SOME STATES MAY REQUIRE THE USER
TO BE LICENSED. PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL
GOVERNMENT AGENCY.
• DANGER - Avoid breathing refrigerant vapors and
lubricant vapor mist. Breathing high concentration
levels may cause heart arrhythmia, liss of
consciousness, or even suocation.
• DANGER - ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD - Always
disconnect power source when servicing this
equipment.
• WARNING - Do not operate the vacuum pump on
systems under pressure. Damage to the pump may
occur.
• CAUTION- To reduce the risk of re, avoid the use of
extension cords thinner than NO. 14 awg. (2,5mm²)
to prevent the overheating of this cord please keep
length to a minimum.
• CAUTION-Do not use this equipment in the vicinity
of spilled or open containers of gasoline or other
ammable substances. Make certain that all safety
devices are functioning properly before operating the
equipment.
• CAUTION:THISEQUIPMENTISINTENDEDFORUSE
OFFINALEVACUATIONOFAREFRIGERANTSYSTEM.
THEEVACUATIONOFMATERIALSABOVE5PSIGMAY
CONTAMINATEORDAMAGETHEVACUUMPUMP.
CAUTION:DONOTRUNTHISEQUIPMENTWITHLOWORNO
OIL.RUNNINGTHISEQUIPMENTWITHNOLUBRICATION
WILLCAUSEPREMATUREFAILURE.