DeWalt DXCMH1608WB Instruction Manual page 7

Attachments & accessories:
• Exceeding the pressure rating
of air tools, spray guns, air
operated accessories, tires
and other inflatables can
cause them to explode or
fly apart, and could result in
serious injury.
Tires:
Follow the equipment
manufacturers recommendation
and never exceed the
maximum allowable pressure
rating of attachments. Never
use compressor to inflate small
low pressure objects such
as children's toys, footballs,
basketballs, etc.
• Over inflation of tires could • Use a tire pressure gauge to
result in serious injury and check the tires pressure before
property damage, each use and while inflating
tires: see the tire sidewall for
the correct tire pressure.
NOTE: Air tanks, compressors
and similar equipment used to
inflate tires can fill small tires
very rapidly. Adjust pressure
regulator on air supply to no
more than the rating of the tire
pressure. Add air in small incre-
ments and frequently use the tire
gauge to prevent over inflation.
_'_WARNING: RISK FROM FLYING OBJECTS
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• 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.
• 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.
-& WARNING: RISK OF HOT SURFACES
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Touching exposed metal such • Never touch any exposed
as the compressor head. metal parts on compressor
engine head. engine exhaust during or immediately after
or outlet tubes, can result in operation. Compressor will
serious burns, remain hot for several minutes
after operation
° Do not reach around
protective shrouds or attempt
maintenance until unit has
been allowed to cool.