Safety Rules - Champion 30000 Owner's And Operator's Manual

Safety Rules

WARNING
Read this manual thoroughly before operating
your air compressor. Failure to follow instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Particulate Matter from user applications
Dust created by spraying, blowing, power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other
construction activities contains chemicals
known to the state of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Reduce exposure to these chemicals
by wearing approved safety equipment.
DANGER
Risk of Tank Bursting
Do not adjust regulator to result in output
pressure greater than marked maximum
pressure of attachment. If a regulator has
not been installed, use only attachment
rated at 120 PSI or higher. Do not weld on
or repair tank – A damaged tank must be
replaced. Do not operate without proper
valve connection.
Never attempt to repair or make
modifications to the tank or its attachments.
Welding, drilling, or any other modifications
may weaken the tank, which may result in
damage from rupture or explosion.
Never remove or attempt to adjust the
pressure switch, safety valve or other
components that control tank pressure.
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Safety Rules
DANGER
Risk of Electrical Shock
Disconnect air compressor from power
source before servicing. USE PROPERLY
grounded ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS —
DO NOT use grounding adaptors. Do not
use in wet or damp locations or expose to
rain. Keep all connections dry and off the
ground. Do not allow power cords to come
into contact with water. Do not touch the
plug with wet hands. Do not pull on the
electrical cord to disconnect from
the power outlet. Store air compressor
indoors when not in use.
WARNING
Do not inhale compressed air
This air compressor is not designed, nor
intended for the supply of breathable quality
air. Air produced by this unit may contain
carbon
monoxide or other toxic vapors. Do not
inhale air from the compressor or from a
breathing device connected to it.
WARNING
Air Compressor generates significant heat
Touching exposed metal such as the
compressor head or exhaust tube can result
in serious burns. Keep hands and fingers
away from exposed metal parts on air
compressor during or immediately after
operation. Air compressors generate
significant heat during normal
operation and will remain hot for some time
after use.
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