Speedaire Operating Instructions
Speedaire
General Safety Information
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GENERAL SAFETY
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Since the air compressor and other
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components (material pump, spray
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guns, filters, lubricators, hoses, etc.)
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used, make up a high pressure pumping
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system, the following safety precautions
must be observed at all times:
1. Read all manuals included
with this product carefully.
Be thoroughly familiar with
the controls and the proper
use of the equipment.
2. Follow all local electrical and safety
codes as well as the United States
National Electrical Codes (NEC) and
Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
3. Only persons well acquainted with
these rules of safe operation should be
allowed to use the compressor.
4. Keep visitors away and NEVER allow
children in the work area.
5. Wear safety glasses and use
hearing protection when
operating the pump or
unit.
6. Do not stand on or use the pump or
unit as a handhold.
7. Before each use, inspect compressed
air system and electrical components
for signs of damage, deterioration,
weakness or leakage. Repair or replace
defective items before using.
8. Check all fasteners at frequent
intervals for proper tightness.
Air Compressors
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equipment and controls can
cause electrical arcs that will
ignite a flammable gas or
vapor. Never operate or repair in or near
a flammable gas or vapor. Never store
flammable liquids or gases in the vicinity
of the compressor.
9. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry
that will get caught in the moving
parts of the unit.
MANUAL
Compressor parts may be hot
even if the unit is stopped.
10. Keep fingers away from a running
compressor; fast moving and hot parts
will cause injury and/or burns.
11. If the equipment should start to
abnormally vibrate, STOP the engine/
motor and check immediately for
the cause. Vibration is generally a
warning of trouble.
12. To reduce fire hazard, keep engine/
motor exterior free of oil, solvent, or
excessive grease.
safety valve. Keep safety valve free from
paint and other accumulations.
to repair or modify a tank!
Welding, drilling or any other
modification will weaken the
tank resulting in damage from rupture
or explosion. Always replace worn or
damaged tanks.
Motors,
13. Tanks rust from moisture build-up,
electrical
which weakens the tank. Make sure
to drain tank regularly and inspect
periodically for unsafe conditions such
as rust formation and corrosion.
14. Fast moving air will stir up dust and
debris which may be harmful. Release
air slowly when draining moisture or
depressurizing the compressor system.
SPRAYING PRECAUTIONS
flammable materials in
vicinity of open flame or near
ignition sources including the
compressor unit.
15. Do not smoke when spraying paint,
insecticides, or other flammable
substances.
16. Use a face mask / respirator
when spraying and spray
in a well ventilated area
to prevent health and fire
hazards.
17. Do not direct paint or other sprayed
material at the compressor. Locate
compressor as far away from the
Never remove or
spraying area as possible to minimize
attempt to adjust
overspray accumulation on the
compressor.
Never
18. When spraying or cleaning with
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solvents or toxic chemicals, follow the
instructions provided by the chemical
manufacturer.
Disconnect, tag and lock out
Drain liquid from
power source, then release
all pressure from the system
tank daily.
before attempting to install, service,
relocate or perform any maintenance.
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Do not
spray