SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
AIR TANK: Air tanks do not have an infinite life and should be inspected
once every year to ensure they are still safe for use. To find your state
pressure vessels inspector, look under the Division of Labor and
Industries in the government section of a phone book or call us toll-free
at 1-800-207-9259 for assistance. The following conditions could lead to
a weakening of the air tank, and result in a violent air tank explosion:
DANGER: RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION).
SPRAYED MATERIALS SUCH AS PAINT, STUCCO, INSECTICIDES,
SOLVENTS, ETC. MAY CONTAIN HARMFUL VAPORS AND POISONS.
Operate compressor and perform work only in a well-ventilated area
Read and follow the safety instructions provided on the label or
safety data sheets for the materials you are spraying. Always use
certified safety equipment designed for your specific application.
DANGER: RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION).
FOR GAS-POWERED COMPRESSORS, ENGINE EXHAUST FUMES
CONTAIN POISONOUS CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS ODORLESS
AND COLORLESS. INHALING THOSE FUMES COULD LEAD TO
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Operate compressors only in well-ventilated areas. Avoid inhaling
engine exhaust fumes, and never run a small gas-powered engine in
a closed building or confined area without adequate ventilation.
WARNING: RISK OF BURSTING.
FAILURE TO PROPERLY AND REGULARLY DRAIN
CONDENSED WATER FROM THE AIR TANKS WILL LEAD TO
RUST AND THINNING OF THE STEEL AIR TANK CAN LEAD TO
A VIOLENT AIR TANK EXPLOSION.
Drain tanks daily or after every 4 hours of use. If a tank develops
a leak, replace it immediately with a new air tank, or new
complete compressor.
WARNING: RISK OF BURSTING.
MODIFICATIONS, ALTERATIONS, OR ATTEMPTED REPAIRS
MADE TO THE AIR TANK CAN LEAD TO A VIOLENT AIR
TANK EXPLOSION.
• Never drill into, dent, weld, patch, or modify the air tank, or its
attachments in any way. If you are in possession of a tank in which
it appears any of those conditions exist or were attempted,
discontinue use and replace air tank immediately.
• Never attempt to repair a damaged or leaking air tank. Replace
with a new tank immediately.
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