Porter-Cable C7501M Risk to Breathing Asphyxiation, What can happen How to prevent it

• Restricting any of the com-			• Never place objects against
pressor ventilation openings			or on top of compressor.
will cause serious overheat-			• Operate compressor in an open
ing and could cause fire.			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 in any con-
			fined area. Store indoors.
• Unattended operation of this prod-			• Always remain in attendance with
uct could result in personal injury			the product when it is operating.
or property damage. To reduce the			• Always turn off and disconnect
risk of fire, do not allow the com-			electrical supply from unit
pressor to operate unattended.			when not in use.
		HAZARD
		RISK TO BREATHING (Asphyxiation)
	What can happen		How to prevent it
• The compressed air directly from			• Never use air obtained directly
your compressor is not safe for			from the compressor to supply
breathing. The air stream may con-			air for human consumption. The
tain carbon monoxide, toxic vapors,			compressor is not equipped with
or solid particles from the air tank.			suitable filters and in-line safety
Breathing these contaminants can			equipment for human consumption.
cause serious injury or death.
• Exposure to chemicals in dust cre-			• Work in an area with good cross
ated by power sanding, sawing,			ventilation. Read and follow the
grinding, drilling, and other con-			safety instructions provided on
struction activities may be harmful.			the label or safety data sheets
• Sprayed materials such as paint,			for the materials you are spray-
paint solvents, paint remover, insec-			ing. Always use certified safety
ticides, weed killers, may contain			equipment: NIOSH/OSHA respi-
harmful vapors and poisons.			ratory protection or properly fit­
			ting face mask designed for use
			with your specific application.

HAZARD

Risk of Serious Injury or Property Damage

When Transporting Compressor

What can happen	How to prevent it
• Oil can leak or spill and could result	• Always place compressor on a
in fire or breathing hazard; serious	protective mat when transport-
injury or death can result. Oil leaks	ing to protect against damage to
will damage carpet, paint or other	vehicle from leaks. Remove com-
surfaces in vehicles or trailers.	pressor from vehicle immediately
	upon arrival at your destination.
	• Always transport and store
	unit in an upright position.

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