Document No 7202-D0001-12
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Mobile Energy Australia Pty Ltd
39 Dulacca Street, Acacia Ridge QLD 4110 Australia
ABN 98 674 578 946
P: +61 7 3273 6803
E:
sales@mobileenergyaustralia.com.au
www.mobileenergyaustralia.com.au
1. COMPRESSOR / COMPRESSED AIR SAFETY
(COMPRESSOR / COMPRESSED AIR)
MEA DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITIES FOR DAMAGE OR LOSS OF EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY,
PERSONAL INJURIES (INCLUDING DEATH), AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF
ANY MEA SYSTEM NOT USED
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL.
ALL UNITS ARE SHIPPED WITH A DETAILE
D OPERATOR’S MANUAL. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS
VITAL INFORMATION FOR THE SAFE USE AND EFFICIENT OPERATION OF THE UNIT. READ THE
OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE STARTING THE UNIT. FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Care is required when working with an air compressor or compressed air. Compressed air is one of the many
way’s energy can be stored. Releasing the stored energy in an uncontrolled manner can result in catastrophic
consequences. Death and permanent disability are possibilities that can occur. The following are suggested
as minimum requirements to be followed when operating the MEA SMAC system. It is important that each
work site shall perform a risk analysis and produce a procedure to eliminate or control the hazardous
condition to minimise the risk to personnel and equipment. Health and Safety Regulations necessitate that
this is a compulsory process to be carried out on each site. These, together with site specific safety
procedures will help to minimize the risk to accidents, personnel injury, and loss of life. It is the responsibility
of the employer to ensure that the work site is safe for all employees and that the safety procedures are
followed by all employees.
SAFETY WHEN OPERATING AN AIR COMPRESSOR
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Do not bypass or disable the oil temperature and pressure sensors
– unless planning on running to
failure (MEA does not recommend the practice).
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Do not expose the tank or compressor to extreme heat.
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Do not perform any service or repairs until the system has been completely relieved of air pressure.
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Maintenance and repairs on the system should only be done by qualified personnel.
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Do not operate the compressor while driving.
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Do not tamper with the pressure relief valve.
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Follow safe work practice, wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when operating
air-powered equipment, particularly eye and hearing protection.
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Avoid contact with rotating components, ensure all safety guards are in place.
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Avoid all contact with pressurized air. If it penetrates the skin, it can enter blood stream and cause
death.
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Vaporized oil propelled by high pressure is an explosive mixture. To prevent compressor explosion
or fire, make sure that the air entering the compressor is free of flammable vapours.
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Do not breathe the compressor air, vaporized oil is a respiratory hazard.
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Stay clear of all moving parts when the system is operating.
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Follow safety procedures for tyre service operations as set by the authority.
