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RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION)
What can happen
How to prevent it
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The compressed air directly from
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Air obtained directly from the com-
your compressor is not safe for
pressor should never be used to
breathing. The air stream may con-
supply air for human consumption.
tain carbon monoxide, toxic vapors,
In order to use air produced by this
or solid particles from the air tank.
compressor for breathing, suitable
Breathing these contaminants can
filters and in-line safety equipment
cause serious injury or death,
must be properly installed. In-line
filters and safety equipment used
in conjunction with the compressor
must be capable of treating air to all
applicable local and federal codes
prior to human consumption.
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Sprayed materials such as paint,
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Work in an area with good cross
paint solvents, paint remover, insec-
ventilation. Read and follow the
ticides, weed killers, may contain
safety instructions provided on the
harmful vapors and poisons,
label or safety data sheets for the
materials you are spraying. Always
use certified safety equipment:
OSHA/MSHA/NIOSH
respiratory
protection designed for use with
your specific application.
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RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE
WHEN TRANSPORTING
COMPRESSOR
Oil can leak or spill and could
result in fire or breathing hazard;
serious injury or death can result.
oil leaks will damage carpet, paint
or other surfaces in vehicles or
trailers.
Always place compressor on a
protective mat when transport-
ing to protect against damage to
vehicle from leaks. Remove com-
pressor from vehicle immediately
upon arrival at your destination.
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RISK OF BURSTING
Air Tank: The air tank on your Air Compressor is designed and may be UM coded
[for units with air tanks greater than 6" (152.4 mm) diameter] according to ASME
Section VIII, Div. 1 rules. All pressure vessels should be inspected once every two
years. To find your state pressure vessels inspector, look under the Division of Labor
and Industries in the government section of a phone book.
The following conditions could lead to a weakening of the air tank, and result in a
violent air tank explosion:
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