Compressed air generator
AR18 8-30
safety warnings
HAZARD POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE PREVENTION
RISK OF
EXPLOSION OR FIRE Serious injury or death may occur
from normal electrical sparks in
motor and pressure switch
Always operate air compressor in a well
ventilated area free of flammable
vapors, combustible dust, gases or other
combustible materials.
DO NOT SMOKE if spraying flammable
material. Locate the air compressor at
least 20 feet away from the spray area.
(An additional hose may be required.)
Serious injury may occur if any air
compressorventilationopenings are
restricted, causing the air compres-
sor to overheat and start a fire.
Never place objects against or on top of
air compressor. Operate air compressor
at least 12 inches away from any wall
or obstruction that would restrict proper
ventilation.
RISK OF BURSTING Serious injury or death may occur
from an air tank explosion if air
tanks are not properly maintained.
Drain air tank daily or after each use to
prevent moisture buildup in the air tank.
Ifairtankdevelopsaleak,replacetheair
tank immediately. Never repair, weld or
make modifications to the air tank or its
attachments. Use only genuine Manufac-
turer repair parts for your aircompressor.
Never make adjustments to the factory
set pressures.
Serious injury may occur from an air
compressor malfunction or explo-
ding accessories if incorrect system
components, attachments or acces-
sories are used.
Never exceed manufacturers maximum
allowablepressureratingofattachments.
Because of extreme heat, do not use
plastic pipe or lead tin soldered joints
for a discharge line.
Never use air compressor to inflate
small, low pressure objects such as toys.
