Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
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DANGER: Risk of explosion or fire
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or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
•It is normal for electrical con- tacts within the motor and pressure switch to spark.
•Always operate the compres- sor in a well ventilated area free of combustible materials, gasoline, or solvent vapors.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read and understand this instruction manual for safety, operation and maintenance instructions.
•If electrical sparks from compressor come into con- tact with flammable vapors, they may ignite, causing fire or explosion.
•Restricting any of the com- pressor ventilation openings will cause serious overheat- ing and could cause fire.
•If spraying flammable materi- als, locate compressor at least 20 feet (6.1 m) away from spray area. An addi- tional length of hose may be required.
•Store flammable materials in a secure location away from compressor.
•Never place objects against or on top of compressor.
•Operate compressor in an open area at least 12" (30.5 cm) away from any wall or obstruction that would restrict the flow of fresh air to the ventilation openings.
•Operate compressor in a clean, dry well ventilated area. Do not operate unit indoors or in any confined area.
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