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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read and understand all of the operating instructions, safety
precautions and warnings in the Instruction Manual before
operating or maintaining this compressor.
Most accidents that result from compressor operation and
maintenance are caused by the failure to observe basic safety
rules or precautions.
An accident can often be avoided by recognizing a potentially
hazardous situation before it occurs, and by observing
appropriate safety procedures.
Basic safety precautions are outlined in the "SAFETY" section of
this Instruction Manual in the sections which contain the
operation and maintenance instructions.
Hazards that must be avoided to prevent bodily injury or machine
damage are identified by WARNINGS on the compressor and in
this Instruction Manual.
Never use this compressor in a manner that has not been
specifically recommended by manufacturer, unless you first
confirm that the planned use will be safe for you and others.
MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS
WARNING: indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if
ignored, could result in serious personal injury.
CAUTION: indicates a hazardous situations which, if ignored,
couls result moderate personal injury, or could cause machine
damage.
NOTE: emphasizes essential information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF THE
COMPRESSOR.
WARNING:
DEATH OR SERIOUS BODILY INJURY COULD RESULT
FROM IMPROPER OR UNSAFE USE OF COMPRESSOR. TO
AVOID THESE RISKS, FOLLOW THESE BASIC SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. NEVER TOUCH MOVING PARTS
Never place your hands, fingers or other body parts near the
compressor's moving parts. Never insert your fingers or other
objects into the belt guard ventilator. Such an action invites
the danger of injuries.
2. NEVER OPERATE WITHOUT ALL GUARDS IN PLACE
Never operate this compressor without all guards or safety
features in place and in proper working order. If maintenance
or servicing requires the removal of a guard or safety
features, be sure to replace the guards or safety feature
before resuming operation of the compressor.
3. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTION
Always wear safety goggles or equivalent eye protection.
Compressed air must never be aimed at anyone or any part
of the body. Use ear protection as air flow noise is loud when
draining.
4. STOP THE ENGINE.
Always stop the engine and pull out the spark plug cap to
prevent any sudden start of the engine and remove the
compressed air from the air tank before servicing, inspecting,
maintaining, cleaning replacing or checking any parts.
5. STORE COMPRESSOR PROPERLY.
When not in use, the compressor should be stored in indoor
dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Lock-out the storage
area. Do not store this compressor near an open flame or
any equipment such as a stove, furnace, water heater, etc.
which utilizes a pilot light or sparking device. Store
flammable materials in a secure location away from
compressor.
6. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN
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Cluttered areas invite injurues. Clear all work areas of
unnecessary tools, debris, furniture etc...
7. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT.
Don't expose compressor to rain. Don't use compressor in
damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit and well
ventilated. Operate this compressor at a stable place all the
time. Risk of fire or explosion. Do not carry and operate the
compressor or any other electrical device near the spray
area. Do not use compressor in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases. Restricting any of the compressor
ventilation openings will cause serious overheating and could
cause fire. Never place objects against or on top of
compressor. Gasoline engines produce carbon monoxide; a
poisonous odorless gas which may cause death. Do not start
or operate this compressor in an enclosed area. Operate
compressor in an open area at least 4 feet away from any
wall or obstruction that would restrict the flow of fresh air to
the ventilation openings. Compressor produces sparks
during operation. Never use compressor in sites containing
lacquer, paint, benzine, thinner, gasoline, gases, adhesive
agents, and other materials which are combustible or
explosive. This compressor contains some components parts
that tend to produce arcs or sparks, and therefore, when
located in a garage, it should be in a room or enclosure
provided for this purpose, and should be 18 inches (457 mm)
or more above the floor. A spark arrester must be added to
the muffler of this engine if it is to be used on any forest
covered, brush covered or grass covered unimproved land.
The arrester must be maintained in effective working
condition by the operator. In order to avoid damaging this
compressor, do not allow the unit to be tilted more than 10°
when operating.
8. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
All visitors should be kept safely away from work area.
9. DRESS PROPERLY
Do not wear loose clothing or jewerly. They can be caught in
moving parts. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair.
10. MAINTAIN COMPRESSOR WITH CARE
Follow instructions for lubricating.
11. STAY ALERT
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not
operate compressor when you are tired. Compressor should
never be used by you if you are under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medication that makes you drowsy.
12. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS AND AIR LEAK
Before further use of the compressor, a guard or other part is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, mounting, air leak, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service
elsewhere in this Instruction Manual. Have defective
switches replaced by authorized service center. Do not use
compressor if switch does not turn it on and off.
13. NEVER USE COMPRESSOR
OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED.
Never use compressor for applications other than those
specified in the Instruction Manual. Never use compressed
air for breathing or respiration.
14. HANDLE COMPRESSOR CORRECTLY
Operate the compressor according to the instructions
providedherein. Never allow the compressor to be operated
by children, individuals unfamiliar with its operation or
unauthorized personnel. Carrying the compressor if tilted
may result in fuel spillage.
15. KEEP ALL SCREWS, BOLTS AND COVERS TIGHTLY IN
PLACE
Keep all screws, bolts, and plates tightly mounted. Check
their condtions periodically.
center unless otherwise
FOR APPLICATIONS
indicated