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2: Safety
B. DO NOT attempt to operate the compressor with the
fan, coupling or other guards removed.
C. Wear snug-fitting clothing and confine long hair when
working around this compressor, especially when
exposed to hot or moving parts.
D. Make sure all personnel are out of and/or clear of the
compressor prior to attempting to start or operate it.
E. When adjusting the controls, it may require operation
of the equipment during adjustment. DO NOT come
in contact with any moving parts while adjusting the
control regulator and setting the engine RPM. Make
all other adjustments with the engine shut off. When
necessary, make adjustment, other than setting con-
trol regulator and engine RPM, with the engine shut
off. If necessary, start the engine and check adjust-
ment. If adjustment is incorrect, shut engine off, read-
just, then restart the engine to recheck adjustment.
F. Keep hands, feet, floors, controls and walking sur-
faces clean and free of fluid, water or other liquids to
minimize the possibility of slips and falls.
2.6 Hot surfaces, sharp edges and
sharp corners
A. Avoid bodily contact with hot fluid, hot coolant, hot
surfaces and sharp edges and corners.
B. Keep all parts of the body away from all points of air
discharge and away from hot exhaust gases.
C. Wear personal protective equipment including gloves
and head covering when working in, on or around the
compressor.
D. Keep a first aid kit handy. Seek medical assistance
promptly in case of injury. DO NOT ignore small cuts
and burns as they may lead to infection.
2.6.1
Tier 4 emissions module—if
equipped
General Guidelines: Thermal Protection. The main
exhaust piping routes exhaust gas from the engine to the
exhaust aftertreatment.
2.7 Toxic and irritating substances
A. DO NOT use air from this compressor for respiration
(breathing) except in full compliance with OSHA
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Subject to EAR, ECCN EAR99 and related export control restrictions.
Standards 29 CFR 1920 and any other Federal, State
or Local codes or regulations.
Death or serious injury can result from inhaling
compressed air without using proper safety
equipment. See OSHA standards and/or any
applicable Federal, State, and Local codes, stan-
dards and regulations on safety equipment.
B. DO NOT use air line anti-icer systems in air lines
supplying respirators or other breathing air utilization
equipment and DO NOT discharge air from these
systems into unventilated or other confined areas.
C. Operate the compressor only in open or adequately
ventilated areas.
D. Locate the compressor so that exhaust fumes are not
apt to be carried towards personnel, air intakes ser-
vicing personnel areas or towards the air intake of
any portable or stationary compressor.
E. Fuels, fluids and lubricants used in this compressor
are typical of the industry. Care should be taken to
avoid accidental ingestion and/or skin contact. In the
event of ingestion, seek medical treatment promptly.
Wash with soap and water in the event of skin con-
tact. Consult Material Safety Data Sheet for informa-
tion pertaining to the specific fluid.
F. Wear goggles or a full face shield when adding anti-
freeze compound to air line anti-icer systems.
G. Wear an acid-resistant apron and a face shield or
goggles when servicing the battery. If electrolyte is
spilled on skin or clothing, immediately flush with
large quantities of water.
H. Ethyl ether used in diesel engine ether starting aid
systems is toxic, harmful or fatal if swallowed. Avoid
contact with the skin or eyes and avoid breathing the
fumes. If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting and
call a physician immediately.
Wear goggles or a full face shield when testing ether
I.
starting aid systems or when adding antifreeze com-
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