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WARNING
AIR TANK WARNING:
Drain liquid from air tank daily,
or after each use, using the drain valve located on the
bottom of the lower air tank. Failure to properly drain
liquid from the tank will cause rust from moisture
buildup. This weakens the tank and could lead to a
violent tank explosion, Periodically inspect the tanks for
unsafe conditions such as corrosion.
Never attempt to repair or make modifications to the tank or its
attachments. Welding, drilling, or any other modifications may weaken
the tank, which may result in damage from rupture or explosion. Never
remove or attempt to adjust the pressure switch, safety valve, or other
factory set operating pressures.
WARNING
FIRE WARNING:
Avoid dangerous environments.
Do not use the compressor near gasoline or other
flammable materials. Keep work area well lit. Normal
sparking of a motor or sparking from grinding metal
could ignite fumes. Do not spray flammable materials
in the vicinity of an open flame or other ignition source,
including the air compressor itself. Do not direct paint
or other spray material towards the compressor.
Read and follow all safely instructions for the material you are spraying.
Be sure to use an approved respirator designed for use with your
specific application.
WARNING
BREATHABLE AIR WARNING:
This air compressor
is not designed, nor intended to produce breathable air.
Air produced by this unit may contain carbon monoxide
or other toxic vapors.
Do not inhale air from the compressor or from a breathing device
connected to it.
