VITO Pro-Power VICOC300B, Instruction Manual

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2. GENERAL USE & 

SAFETY WARNINGS

While using this compressor, 

several basic safety 

precautions must always be followed 

in order to reduce the risk of fire, 

electric shocks and personal injuries. 

Read and understand the 

manual before start using this 

equipment. Save this manual for 

future reference.

2.1 - GENERAL

These preventive measures are 

essential for your safety. Always use the 

compressor with care in a responsible 

manner having in consideration that 

its user is responsible for eventual 

accidents caused to third parties or 

their goods.

Make sure that all individuals using 

the compressor have had the 

necessary training and have read 

and fully understand these operating 

instructions. 

This instruction manual is an integral 

part of the compressor and must 

always be provided.

Get familiar with the equipment’s 

control devices and operation. The user 

must know how to stop the compressor 

immediately.

Use this compressor only if you are in 

good physical and mental conditions. 

Do not use this equipment if you are 

tired or under the influence of alcohol, 

drugs or medication. If you suffer from 

any health problem, please ask your 

doctor about the possibility of using the 

compressor.

Never allow the compressor to 

be used by children, people with 

limited physical, sensorial or mental 

capabilities, with lack of experience and 

knowledge of this equipment and who 

is not familiar with the instructions. 

This compressor must only be operated 

as described in this instruction manual. 

No other use is allowed besides the 

described.  

Do not overload the compressor and 

use it properly for each type of work. 

Using this equipment for purposes 

other than the intended may result in 

dangerous situations.

For safety reasons, any changes other 

than the assembly of accessories 

authorized by the manufacturer are 

prohibited. Any changes made void the 

warranty.

You can obtain any information about 

the authorized accessories through 

your VITO official distributor.

2.2 - ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Do not use this compressor in 

an explosive environment, 

especially in the presence of flammable 

liquids, gases or dusts. Any power tool 

may form sparks that might ignite 

liquids, gases, or dust.

Do not expose any power tools to rain 

or use them in wet or damp 

environments. The presence of water in 

an electric tool increases the risk of 

damage and electric shock to the user.

The supply voltage must match 

the compressor’s technical 

specifications. Keep voltage between 

+- 5% of nominal value. Do not use the 

equipment where the power supply isn’t 

stable. 

The power cable must be plugged into 

an electrical outlet with a differential 

protection and earth connection. If the 

working area is extremely hot, damp or 

with high dust concentration, the power 

outlet circuit must be protected with a 

circuit breaker (30mA), to ensure the 

user’s safety.

Never use the power cable to pull, 

carry or unplug the tool. Damaged 

power cables increase the risk of 

electric shock.

Keep the power cable and plug away 

from heat sources, oil, sharp objects 

and the rotating accessory. If the power 

cable is damaged, it must be replaced 

by a qualified technician; it is not 

allowed to repair it.

Do not modify the power cable plug.  

Use a compatible socket with the plug 

of this compressor. Do not use any type 

of adapter.

The use of extension cords to connect 

the power cable is not recommended. 

However, if you use an extension, you 

should take some precautions, such as:

� If using this machine outdoors, use 

only suitable extension cords for 

outdoor use. Using a proper extension 

cord reduces de risk of electric shock;

� Use only extension cords with 3 

cables, plugs and sockets with earth 

connection; 

� The extension cable section must be 

proportional to the length and have 

equal or higher characteristics to the 

compressor’s power cord;

� Do not use damaged extension cords. 

Check them before using and replace 

if necessary;

� When it’s an extension cord reel, unroll 

the entire cable;

� Always unplug the extension cord 

before removing the compressor’s 

power cable;

2.3 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 

WHEN USING COMPRESSED 

AIR AND AIR GUNS

Before opening any compressed air 

valve, make sure that the connections, 

hoses or accessories are correctly 

assembled to avoid the risk of 

disconnection and projection while 

compressor is running. 

Keep the pressure hose connected 

to the air gun or compressed air tool. 

Make sure that the compressor is