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Safety Precautions
Observe the Following General Safety Rules
a) Read and understand operation manual and all related safety materials, before operating
machine. Installer to ensure manual and all safety decals are delivered with unit on
completion of product installation.
b) Follow safe work practices and wear the appropriate safety equipment when operating air-
power equipment.
c) Avoid contact with the drive system
. Do not operate with panels removed
.
d) Avoid skin contact with pressurized air. Injury or death may result.
e) Make sure the air entering the compressor is free of flammable vapours that could cause an
explosion.
f) Vaporized oil propelled by high pressure air is an explosive mixture.
g) Do not breathe the compressor air. Vaporized oil is a respiratory hazard.
h) Components are hot during and following operation; use caution.
i)
Disconnect all power before any servicing.
j)
Do not attempt to service compressor while under pressure; remove fill cap and filters slowly,
drain reservoir, before opening system.
k) Never refuel unit while running or hot.
l)
Avoid sparks and flame when refuelling
m) Fuel in a well ventilated area only.
n) If using electric generator or welder options ensure all components in good condition, use in
dry location only, refer to manual.
When operating the compressor:
Ensure all users are familiar with safe operation and have read this manual.
a) Do not bypass any of the units safety shut down devices.
b) Do not expose the unit to extreme heat.
c) Do not repair or service a pressurized system.
d) Maintenance and repairs are to be performed by qualified personnel only.
e) Do not tamper with the pressure relief valve (PSV).
f) Do not attempt to modify any component.
g) Do not operate with cover or doors removed.
h) Do not use replacement or service parts other than Airworks recommended components.
i)
Compressor may start at any time discount power before serving.
Safety Features
a) 200 psi relief valve (PSV)
b) Temperature safety shut down on engine and compressor
c) Rapid blow down valve to discharge system pressure on compressor side of system after unit
is shut down
d) Low oil pressure shut down on engine
e) Outer enclosure prevents contact with hot and moving parts.
f) Optional low coolant sensor (include in all cold weather kits)
g) Warning decals
