DeWalt DXCMH1393075 Instruction Manual page 8

WARNING: RISK FROM FLYING OBJECTS
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.
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.
WARNING: RISK FROM MOVING PARTS
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• The engine can start
accidentally if the flywheel is
turned by hand or moved by
pulling on the starter rope.
• 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.
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HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Always disconnect the spark
plug and bleed pressure from
the air tank before performing
maintenance.
• 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 D WALT factory service
e
center or a D WALT authorized
e
service center.