Section 1
SAFETY
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G. DO NOT lift compressor/dryer by motor---lifting
eye.
H.Keepallpersonneloutfromunderand aw a yfrom
the compressor/dryer whenever it is suspended.
I. Lift compressor/dryer no higher than necessary.
J.Keepliftoperatorinconstantattendancewh enev-
er compressor/dryer is suspended.
K. Set compressor/dryer down only on a level sur-
face capable ofsafely supporting at least its weight
and loading unit.
L.Whenmovingcompressor/dryersbyforklifttruck,
utilize fork pockets if provided. Otherwise, utilize
pallet if provided.If neitherforkpocketsor palletare
provided, t hen make sure compressor/dryer is se-
cure and w ell balanced on forks before attempting
to raise or transport it any s ignificant distance.
M. Make sure forklift truck forks are fully engaged
and tipped back prior to lifting or transporting the
compressor/dryer.
N. Forklift no higher than necessary to clear ob -
stacles at floor level and transport and corner at
minimum practical speeds.
O. Make sure pallet---mounted compressor/dryers
are firmly bolted or otherwise secured to t he pallet
prior toattempting toforkliftortransport them.NEV-
ER attempttoforkliftacompressor/dryerthatisnot
secured to its pallet, as uneven floors or sudden
stops may cause the compressor/dryer to tumble
off,possiblycausingseriousinjuryorpropertydam-
age in the process.
1.10 ENTRAPMENT
A. If the compressor/dryer enclosure is large
enoughtoholdamanandifitisnecessarytoenterit
to perform service adjustments, inform other per-
sonnel before doing so, or else secure and tag the
access door in the open position to avoid the possi-
bility of others closing and possibly latching the
door with personnel inside.
B. Make sure all personnel are out of compressor/
dryer before closing and latching enclosure doors.
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