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SAFETY WARNINGS
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE USING AIR COMPRESSOR
Hazard Level
Potential of Hazard
How to Avoid Hazard
Risk of Asphyxiation
Serious injury or death may occur from
inhaling compressed air. The air stream may
contain carbon monoxide, toxic vapors, or
solid particles.
Never inhale compressed air directly from the pump,
receiver, or from a breathing device connected to the air
compressor.
Sprayed materials such as paint, stucco,
insecticides, solvents, etc., contain harmful
vapors and poisons that may cause serious
injury or death if inhaled.
Operate compressor only in a well-ventilated area. Use a
respirator device and follow the manufacturer’s
recommendations for their spray equipment. Keep
compressor at least 25 feet away from spray equipment.
Serious injury or death may occur if the
exhaust from gas-powered small engines is
inhaled. Engine exhaust fumes contain
poisonous, carbon monoxide which is
odorless and colorless.
Operate gas-powered compressors only in a well-
ventilated area. Avoid inhaling engine exhaust fumes,
and never run a small gas-powered engine in a closed
building or confined area without adequate ventilation.
Risk of Bursting
Serious injury or death may occur from an air
tank explosion if the air tanks are not properly
maintained or if modifications, alterations or
repairs are attempted to the air receivers.
Drain air tanks daily or after each use. Never drill into,
weld, patch or modify the air tanks. If a leak develops,
replace the tank immediately or replace the entire
compressor.
Serious injury or death may occur if
modifications are made to the pilot unloader
valve, pressure switch, safety relief valve or
other components that control the tank
pressure.
Never make adjustments to the components that control
tank pressure. Do not make alterations to the factory
operating pressure settings. Check operation of the
safety valve on a regular basis and never operate without
a factory approved safety valve.
Serious injury may occur if accessories or
attachments are operated above the
manufacturer’s recommended pressure
ratings, causing them to explode or fly apart.
Do not use air tools or attachments before reading the
owner’s manual to determine the maximum pressure
recommendations. Never exceed the manufacturer’s
maximum allowable pressure ratings. Do not use
compressor to inflate small low pressure objects such as
toys.
Risk of Electrocution or
Electrical Shock
Serious injury or death could occur if the air
compressor is not properly grounded.
Always plug compressor into a properly grounded outlet
which provides correct voltage, proper grounding and
adequate fuse protection.
Electrical shock may occur if compressor is
not properly operated.
Never operate air compressor in wet conditions or
outdoors when it’s raining. Do not allow electric cords to
lay in water. Do not operate with damaged power cord or
with protective electrical covers removed. Do not touch
plug with wet hands. Do not pull on electric cord to
disconnect from the outlet.
Serious injury or death may occur if electrical
repairs are attempted by unqualified
personnel.
Any electrical repairs or wiring performed on this
compressor should only be performed by authorized
service personnel in accordance with the National and
Local Electric Codes.
Risk of Explosion or Fire
Serious injury or death may result from
normal electrical sparks that occur within the
motor and/or pressure switch.
Always operate compressor in a well-ventilated area free
of combustible materials, gasoline, flammable solvents or
vapors. Always locate compressor at least 20 feet away
from work area if spraying flammable materials.
Serious injury may occur if a fire is caused by
overheating due to inadequate ventilation or
restrictions to any of the compressors
ventilation openings.
Never place objects against or on top of an air
compressor. Always operate air compressor at least 18”
away from any wall or obstruction. Always operate in a
clean, dry and well-ventilated area.
Serious injury or death may occur from a fire
or explosion if spilled gas or vapors come in
contact with hot engine parts and ignite.
Never attempt to fill the gas tank while the engine is hot
or running. Add fuel outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
Do not fill gas tank near lit cigarettes or near other
sources of ignition.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
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