Porter-Cable US58 Instruction Manual page 16

WHAT CAn HAppEn
• The compressed air stream
can cause soft tissue
damage to exposed skin and
can propel dirt, chips, loose
particles, and small objects
at high speed, resulting in
property damage or personal
injury.
WARNING: RISk Of HOT SURfACES
WHAT CAn HAppEn
• Touching exposed metal such
as the compressor head,
engine head, engine exhaust
or outlet tubes, can result in
serious burns.
HOW TO prEvEnT IT
• Always wear certified safety
equipment: ANSI Z87.1 eye
protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
with side shields when using
the compressor.
• Never point any nozzle or
sprayer toward any part of
the body or at other people or
animals.
• Always turn the compressor off
and bleed pressure from the
air hose and air tank before
attempting maintenance,
attaching tools or accessories.
HOW TO prEvEnT IT
• Never touch any exposed
metal parts on compressor
during or immediately after
operation. Compressor will
remain hot for several minutes
after operation.
• Do not reach around
protective shrouds or attempt
maintenance until unit has
been allowed to cool.
WARNING: RISk fROm mOvING PARTS
WHAT CAn HAppEn
• Moving parts such as the
pulley, flywheel, and belt can
cause serious injury if they
come into contact with you or
your clothing.
• Attempting to operate
compressor with damaged or
missing parts or attempting
to repair compressor with
protective shrouds removed
can expose you to moving
parts and can result in
serious injury.
WARNING: RISk Of UNSAfE OPERATION
WHAT CAn HAppEn
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HOW TO prEvEnT IT
• Never operate the compressor
with guards or covers which
are damaged or removed.
• Keep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry,
or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
• Air vents may cover moving
parts and should be avoided
as well.
• Any repairs required on this
product should be performed
by a Porter-Cable factory
service center or a Porter-
Cable authorized service
center.
HOW TO prEvEnT IT