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• Unattended operation of this product
could result in personal injury or
property damage. To reduce the risk
of fire, do not allow the compressor
to operate unattended.
• Always remain in attendance with the
product when it is operating.
• Always turn off and unplug unit when
not in use.
RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION)
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• The compressed air directly from
your compressor is not safe for
breathing. The air stream may contain
carbon monoxide, toxic vapors, or
solid particles from the air tank.
Breathing these contaminants can
cause serious injury or death.
• Never use air obtained directly from
the compressor to supply air for
human consumption. The compressor
is not equipped with suitable filters
and in-line safety equipment for
human consumption.
• Exposure to chemicals in dust created
by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction
activities may be harmful.
• Sprayed materials such as paint, paint
solvents, paint remover, insecticides,
weed killers, may contain harmful
vapors and poisons.
• Work in an area with good cross
ventilation. Read and follow the
safety instructions provided on the
label or safety data sheets for the
materials you are spraying. Always
use certified safety equipment:
NIOSH/OSHA respiratory protection
or properly fit ting face mask designed
for use with your specific application.
RISK OF BURSTING
Air Tank:
On February 26, 2002, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
published Release # 02-108 concerning air compressor tank safety:
Air compressor receiver tanks do not have an infinite life. Tank life is dependent
upon several factors, some of which include operating conditions, ambient
conditions, proper installations, field modifications, and the level of maintenance.
The exact effect of these factors on air receiver life is difficult to predict.
If proper maintenance procedures are not followed, internal corrosion to the
inner wall of the air receiver tank can cause the air tank to unexpectedly rupture
allowing pressurized air to suddenly and forcefully escape, posing risk of injury to
consumers.
Your compressor air tank must be removed from service by the end of the year
shown on your tank warning label.
The following conditions could lead to a weakening of the air tank, and result in a
violent air tank explosion:
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Failure to properly drain condensed
water from air tank, causing rust and
thinning of the steel air tank.
• Drain air tank daily or after each use.
If air tank develops a leak, replace it
immediately with a new air tank or
replace the entire compressor.
• Modifications or attempted repairs to
the air tank.
• Never drill into, weld, or make any
modifications to the air tank or its
attachments. Never attempt to
repair a damaged or leaking air tank.
Replace with a new air tank.
