Porter-Cable N003568 Instruction Manual page 3

• Restricting any of the compres-
sor ventilation openings will
cause serious overheating and
could cause fire.
• Unattended operation of this
product could result in personal
injury or property damage. To
reduce the risk of fire, do not
allow the compressor to oper-
ate unattended.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• The compressed air directly
from your compressor is not
safe for breathing. The air
stream may contain carbon
monoxide, toxic vapors, or
solid particles from the air tank.
Breathing these contaminants
can cause serious injury or
death.
• Sprayed materials such as
paint, paint solvents, paint
remover, insecticides, weed kill-
ers, may contain harmful vapors
and poisons.
• Some dust created by power
tools may contain harmful
chemicals.
• Never place objects against or on top of
compressor.
• Operate compressor in an open area at
least 12" (30.5 cm) away from any wall
or obstruction that would restrict the
flow of fresh air to the ventilation open-
ings.
• Operate compressor in a clean, dry well
ventilated area. Do not operate unit in
any confined area. Store indoors.
• Always remain in attendance with the
product when it is operating.
• Always turn off and unplug unit when
not in use.
HAZARD
RISk TO BREATHING (ASPHYxIATION)
• Air obtained directly from the compres-
sor should never be used to supply air
for human consumption. In order to
use air produced by this compressor
for breathing, suitable filters and in-line
safety equipment must be properly
installed. In-line filters and safety equip-
ment used in conjunction with the com-
pressor must be capable of treating air
to all applicable local and federal codes
prior to human consumption.
• Work in an area with good cross ventila-
tion. Read and follow the safety instruc-
tions provided on the label or safety
data sheets for the materials you are
spraying. Always use certified safety
equipment: OSHA/MSHA/NIOSH respi-
ratory protection designed for use with
your specific application.
• To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals: work in a well ventilated area
and al ways wear OSHA/MSHA/NIOSH
approved, properly fit ting face mask or
res pi ra tor when us ing such tools.
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