Read All Safety Warnings Before Using Air Compressor
Hazard
Risk to
Breathing
Risk of
Burns
Risk of
Flying Objects
Eye Protection
Must Be Worn
Safety Warnings
Potential Consequence
Serious injury or death could
occur from inhaling compressed
air. The air stream may contain
carbon monoxide, toxic vapors
or solid particles.
Sprayed materials such as
paint, paint solvents, paint
remover, insecticides, weed
killers, etc. contain harmful
vapors and poisons.
Serious injury could occur from
touching exposed metal parts.
These areas can remain hot for
some time after the air
compressor is shut down.
Soft tissue damage can occur
from the compressed air
stream.
Serious injury can occur from
loose debris being propelled at
a high speed from the
compressed air stream.
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Prevention
Never inhale air from the air
compressor either directly or
from a breathing device
connected to the air
compressor.
Operate air compressor only in
a well ventilated area. Follow all
safety instructions provided with
the materials you are spraying.
Use of a respirator may be
required when working with
some materials.
Never allow any part of your
body or other materials to make
contact with any exposed metal
parts on the air compressor,
motor, or pipework.
Always wear OSHA required
"Z87" safety glasses to shield
the eyes from flying debris.
Never point the air stream at
any part of your body, anyone
else or animals.
Never leave pressurized air
compressor unattended. Shut
off air compressor and relieve
pressure before attempting
maintenance, attaching tools or
accessories.
Always maintain a safe distance
from people and animals while
operating the air compressor.
Do not move the air compressor
while air tank is under pressure.
Do not attempt to move the air
compressor by pulling on the
hose.
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