Rules For Safe Operation - Bostitch BTFP02040 Operation And Maintenance Manual

Attachments and Accessories:
For any attachment or accessory you will be using with this compressor, the maximum allowable
recommended pressure should be clearly marked on the product or should be clearly noted
within the operations manual. Exceeding the pressure rating of these attachments (including, but
not limited to: air tools, air operated accessories, spray guns, air hose, air hose connections, tires
and other inflatables) could cause them to fly apart or explode and could result in serious injury.
• Never exceed the maximum allowable pressure recommended by the manufacturer of
any attachment or accessory you use with this compressor.
Personal Protection:
The employer and/or user must ensure that proper eye protection is worn. Eye protection
equipment must conform to the requirements with the applicable parts of AS/NZS 1337.1:2010
and AS/NZS 1337.6:2007.
NOTICE!: Non-side shielded spectacles and face shields alone do not provide adequate
protection.
Additional Safety Protection will be required in some environments. For example,
the working area may include exposure to noise level which can lead to hearing damage. The
employer and user must ensure that any necessary hearing protection is provided and used
by the operator and others in the work area. Some environments will require the use of head
protection equipment. When required, the employer and user must ensure that head protection
conforming to the applicable parts of AS 1800 and AS/NZS 1801:1998.
• Always wear eye protection.
• Wear proper hearing and head protection.
• Compressed air blast must never be aimed at anyone. Compressed air can cause bodily
injury and can propel loose particles and small objects at high speed.
• Keep children away from area of operation.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Transporting:
Always disconnect the air compressor before transporting. Use the handle to move the
compressor. Do not drag or pull the compressor by the power cord or air hose.
Air Tank:
Due to condensation associated with the process of compressing air, moisture will build up
inside your compressor's air tank. Drain tank of moisture daily (See General Maintenance).
Failure to drain moisture from the tank properly could lead to the formation of rust and thinning
of the steel tank.
FAILURE TO REGULARLY DRAIN TANK MAY CAUSE TANK CORROSION AND
RISK OF TANK EXPLOSION, RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY. TO AVOID RISK OF TANK FAILURE
DURING USE, DRAIN TANK AFTER EACH USE OR EVERY FOUR HOURS OF OPERATION TO
PREVENT CONDENSATION BUILD-UP AND TANK CORROSION.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued)
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