ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR COMPRESSOR
1. Warning! If not used and maintained correctly this compressor when used with
some pneumatic tools can cause serious injury and death. Before attempting to
operate this machine, it is important that you read, understand and follow these
instructions very carefully. They are designed for the safety of yourself and others
ensuring a long and trouble free service life from your machine. If not used correctly
and as detailed in these instructions pneumatic tools can be dangerous. This product
can cause injury to the operator and others. The warnings and safety instructions
must be followed to ensure reasonable safety and efficiency in using this product.
NOTE: The operator is responsible for following the warnings and safety instructions
in this manual and on the product.
2. Ensure that this compressor is disconnected from the mains supply when not in
use and the air receiver fully discharged before servicing, lubricating or making
adjustments and when changing accessories Always switch On and OFF using the
ON/OFF switch on the compressor before switching OFF at the mains supply.
3. Warning! When spraying paint or cleaning agents the fine mist produced could
ignite. When performing this type of operation the compressor must be a minimum
of 4 Metres away from the work area. Do not smoke and keep naked flames and
other sources of ignition well away from the work area.
4. This air compressor must be used in a suitable environment. There must be
adequate ventilation, the ambient temperature must be +5/+40°C. The working area
must be free from dust, acid vapour, explosive gasses and flammable materials.
5. Compressed air can be potentially dangerous when not used correctly. Do not
exceed the maximum rated air pressure for the accessory. Do not direct compressed
air at yourself, any other person or animals. Do not direct any liquid or any other
material that is being sprayed by yourself towards any other person or animals.
6. Only use hoses and connectors designed for use with compressed air. The
maximum working pressure of hoses and connectors must be higher than the
maximum working pressure of the compressor. Do not attempt to move the
compressor by pulling on the air hose.
7. This compressor is designed for tyre inflation, the operation of pneumatic tools,
spray painting and spraying non-corrosive cleaning agents. Do not use this
compressor for filling cylinders for breathing or diving apparatus. Compressed air
from this compressor must not be used for pharmaceutical, food or health
applications.
8. When spraying flammable liquids such as paint and non-corrosive cleaning agents
the distance between the compressor and the work area must be a minimum of 4
metres. When spraying liquids always wear a suitable face mask designed for
protection against the liquid being sprayed. Always wear approved safety glasses.
9. Do not attempt to modify the compressor or any pneumatic tools in any way. Use
only accessories and pneumatic tools that are rated for the capacity of the
compressor. Never leave the compressor pressurised.