Definitions: Safety Guidelines; Important Safety Instructions - DeWalt D55141 Instruction Manual

Definitions: Safety Guidelines

The definitions below describe the level of severity for each
signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to
these symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
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Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read and understand
this instruction manual for safety, operation and maintenance
instructions.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING: Some dust contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm
such as asbestos and lead in lead based paint.
SAvE ThESE InSTruCTIon
DANGER: RISk Of ExPlOSION OR fIRE
WHAt CAn HAPPen
• It is normal for electrical con-
tacts within the motor and
pressure switch to spark.
• If electrical sparks from
compressor come into con-
tact with flammable vapors,
they may ignite, causing fire
or explosion.
• Restricting any of the com-
pressor ventilation openings
will cause serious overheat-
ing and could cause fire.
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HOW tO PreVent It
• Always operate the compres-
sor in a well ventilated area
free of combustible materials,
gasoline, or solvent vapors.
• If spraying flammable materi-
als, locate compressor at
least 20 feet (6.1 m) away
from spray area. An addi-
tional length of hose may be
required.
• Store flammable materials in
a secure location away from
compressor.
• 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 openings.
• Operate compressor in a
clean, dry well ventilated area.
Do not operate unit indoors or
in any confined area.