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This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm persons unless supervised by
a responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely. Young children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, never spray flammable liquids in a confined area.
It is normal for the compressor motor and pressure switch to produce sparks during use.
If sparks come into contact with petrol vapours or solvents, they may ignite the vapours
and cause a fire or explosion.
• Always operate the compressor in a well ventilated area. Do not smoke while spraying.
Do not spray where sparks or flames are present. Keep the compressor as far away from
the spray area as possible.
• The solvents trichloroethane and methylene chloride can chemically react with the
aluminium used in some paint spray guns and form an explosion. If these solvents are
used, ensure that only stainless steel spray equipment is connected. The compressor is
not affected by the use of these solvents.
• Never directly inhale the compressed air produced by a compressor and do not use it for
charging breathing tanks.
• Do not use welding equipment in close proximity to the compressor. Do not weld
anything to the air tank of the compressor: this could dangerously weaken the tank and
will void the warranty.
• Do not use the compressor outdoors when it is raining or on a wet surface; either
situation could cause an electric shock.
• Always shut off the compressor after use and before servicing. Push the on/off knob
down, wait for the pressurised air to bleed from the tank from the release valve and then
remove the electrical plug from the power supply.
• Check the maximum pressure rating of any tools or accessories that you intend using
with the compressor. The output pressure of the air from the compressor must be
regulated so that it never exceeds the rated pressure of the tool or accessory.
• To avoid the risk of burns and injury from moving parts, do not operate the compressor
with the safety shield removed. Allow hot parts to cool before handling or servicing.
AIR COMPRESSOR SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
Before connecting a tool to a power source (mains switch power point
receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure that the voltage supply is the same as that specified
on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with a voltage greater than that
specified for the tool can result in serious injury to the user, as well as damage to the
tool. If in doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a power source with a voltage less
than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
WARNING!
Always remove the plug from the mains socket before making any
adjustments or maintenance.
