Section 1
SAFETY
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material. Any acoustical material with a protective
covering that has been torn or punctured should be
replaced immediately to prevent accumulation of
liquids or fluid film within the material. DO NOT use
flammable solvents for cleaning purposes.
E. Disconnect the grounded (negative) battery con-
nection prior to attempting any repairs or cleaning
inside the enclosure. Tag the battery connections
so others will not unexpectedly reconnect it.
F. Keep electrical wiring, including the battery ter-
minals and other terminals, in good condition.
Replace any wiring that has cracked, cut abraded
or otherwise degraded insulation or terminals that
are worn, discolored or corroded. Keep all termi-
nals clean and tight.
G. Turn off battery charger before making or break-
ing connections to the battery.
H. Keep grounded conductive objects such as tools
away from exposed live electrical parts such as ter-
minals to avoid arcing which might serve as a
source of ignition.
I. Replace damaged fuel tanks or lines immediately
rather than attempt to weld or otherwise repair
them. DO NOT store or attempt to operate the
compressor with any known leaks in the fuel sys-
tem. Tag the compressor and render it inoperative
until repair can be made.
J. Remove any acoustical material or other materi-
al that may be damaged by heat or that may sup-
port combustion prior to attempting weld repairs.
Remove diesel engine ether starting aid cylinders
and air line anti-icer system components containing
antifreeze compound, prior to attempting weld
repairs in any place other than the fuel system. DO
NOT weld on or near the fuel system.
K. Keep a suitable fully charged class BC or ABC
fire extinguisher or extinguishers nearby when serv-
icing and operating the compressor.
L. Keep oily rags, trash, leaves, litter or other com-
bustibles out of and away from the compressor.
M. Open all access doors and allow the enclosure
to ventilate thoroughly prior to attempting to start
the engine.
N. DO NOT operate compressor under low over-
hanging leaves or permit such leaves to contact hot
exhaust system surfaces when operating the com-
pressor in forested areas.
O. Ethyl ether used in diesel engine ether starting
aid systems is extremely flammable. Change cylin-
ders, or maintain or troubleshoot these systems
only in well-ventilated areas away from heat, open
flame or sparks. DO NOT install, store or otherwise
expose ether cylinders to temperatures above
160°F (71°C). Remove ether cylinder from the com-
pressor when operating in ambient temperatures
above 60°F (16°C).
P. DO NOT attempt to use ether as a starting aid in
gasoline engines or diesel engines with glow plugs
as serious personnel injury or property damage
may result.
Q. DO NOT spray ether into compressor air filter or
into an air filter that serves both the engine and the
compressor as serious damage to the compressor
or personal injury may result.
R. Antifreeze compound used in air line anti-icer
systems contains methanol which is flammable.
Use systems and refill with compound only in well-
ventilated areas away from heat, open flames or
sparks. DO NOT expose any part of these systems
or the antifreeze compound to temperatures above
150°F (66°C). Vapors from the antifreeze com-
pound are heavier than air. DO NOT store com-
pound or discharge treated air in confined or unven-
tilated areas. DO NOT store containers or
antifreeze compound in direct sunlight.
S. Store flammable fluids and materials away from
your work area. Know where fire extinguishers are
and how to use them, and for what type of fire they
are intended. Check readiness of fire suppression
systems and detectors if so equipped.
1.5 MOVING PARTS
A. Keep hands, arms and other parts of the body
and also clothing away from belts, pulleys and other
moving parts.
B. DO NOT attempt to operate the compressor with
the fan or other guards removed.
C. Wear snug-fitting clothing and confine long hair
when working around this compressor, especially
when exposed to hot or moving parts inside the
enclosure.
D. Keep access doors closed except when making
repairs or adjustments, performing service or when
starting or stopping the compressor.
E. Make sure all personnel are out of and clear of
the compressor prior to attempting to start or oper-
ate it.
F. Shut off engine before adding fuel, fluid, coolant
lubricants, air line antifreeze compound or battery
electrolyte, or before replacing ether starting aid
cylinders.
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