Moving Parts; Hot Surfaces, Sharp Edges And Sharp Corners - Vanair ADHD Powertech Installation, Operation, Maintenance And Parts List Manual

SAFETY
Fire and Explosion – Continued
1.4
N. Store flammable fluids and materials away from your work area. Know where fire
extinguishers are and how to use them, and for what type of fire they are intended.
Check readiness of fire suppression systems and detectors if so equipped.
1.5

Moving Parts

A. Keep hands, arms and other parts of the body and also clothing away from belts,
pulleys and other moving parts.
B. DO NOT attempt to operate the compressor with the fan or other guards removed.
C. Wear snug-fitting clothing and confine long hair when working around this
compressor, especially when exposed to hot or moving parts inside the enclosure.
D. Make sure all personnel are out of and clear of the compressor prior to attempting to
start or operate it.
E. Disconnect the grounded negative battery connection to prevent accidental engine
operation prior to attempting repairs or adjustments. Tag the battery connection so
others will not unexpectedly reconnect it.
F. When adjusting the controls, it may require operation of the equipment during
adjustment. DO NOT come in contact with any moving parts while adjusting the
control regulator and setting the engine RPM. Make all other adjustments with the
engine shut off. When necessary, make adjustment, other than setting control
regulator and engine RPM, with the engine shut off. If necessary, start the engine and
check adjustment. If adjustment is incorrect, shut engine off, readjust, then restart the
engine to recheck adjustment.
G. Keep hands, feet, floors, controls and walking surfaces clean and free of fluid, water,
antifreeze or other liquids to minimize possibility of slips and falls.
1.6

Hot Surfaces, Sharp Edges and Sharp Corners

A. Avoid bodily contact with hot fluid, hot coolant, hot surfaces and sharp edges and
corners.
B. Keep all parts of the body away from all points of air discharge and away from hot
exhaust gases.
C. Wear personal protective equipment including gloves and head covering when
working in, on or around the compressor.
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