Porter-Cable C2001, Instruction Manual

5 - ENG

A10642

WARNING: Risk to Breathing

WARNING: Risk of Electrical Shock

HAZARD

HAZARD

Your 

air compressor is powered by 

electricity. 

Like any other electrically 

powered device, 

If it is not used  

properly it may cause electric shock.

Repairs 

attempted 

by unqualified  

personnel can result in serious injury 

or death by electrocution.

Electrical Grounding: 

Failure to provide 

adequate grounding to this product 

could result in serious injury or death 

from electrocution. 

See grounding instructions.

Never operate

 the compressor 

outdoors 

when it is raining or in wet conditions.
Never operate compressor with  

protective covers removed

 or damaged.

Any 

electrical wiring or repairs

 required 

on this product s

hould be performed by 

authorized service center personnel

 in 

accordance with national and local  

electrical codes.

Make certain that the electrical circuit 

to which the compressor is connected 

provides proper electrical grounding, 

correct voltage and adequate fuse 

protection.

Sprayed materials 

such as paint, paint 

solvents, paint remover, insecticides, 

weed killers, may 

contain harmful 

vapors and poisons.

Work in an area with good cross  

ventilation. 

Read and

 follow the safety 

instructions 

provided on the label or  

safety data sheets

 for the materials 

you are spraying. Use a NIOSH/MSHA 

approved respirator 

designed for use  

with your specific application.

How To Prevent It

What Could Happen

How To Prevent It

What Could Happen

The 

compressed air

 directly from your 

compressor

 is not safe for breathing

. 

The

 air stream may contain carbon 

monoxide, toxic vapors, or solid  

particles

 from the tank. 

Breathing 

these 

contaminants can cause serious injury 

or death

.

Air 

obtained directly from the compressor 

should never be used to supply air for 

human consumption.

 In order to use air 

produced by this compressor for  

breathing, suitable 

filters and

 in-line 

safety equipment must be properly 

installed.

 In-line 

filters and safety  

equipment 

used in conjunction with the 

compressor 

must be capable of treating 

air to all applicable local and federal 

codes prior to human consumption.