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4.0
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4.1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
In addition to normal safety rules which should be observed with
stationary air compressors and equipment, the following safety
directions and precautions are of special importance.
When operating this unit, the operator must employ safe working
practices and observe all related local work safety requirements
and ordinances.
The owner is responsible for maintaining the unit in a safe
operating condition. Parts and accessories shall be replaced if
unsuitable for safe operation.
Installation, operation, maintenance and repair shall only be
performed by authorised, trained, competent personnel.
Never remove or tamper with the safety devices, guards or
insulations fitted on the unit.
4.2
SITING
Position the compressor on firm, level ground.
Site in a well-ventilated area well away from any source of
hazardous gas, dust or vapour so that any contamination created
by the work to be undertaken does not drift towards the
compressor.
WARNING:
monoxide or carbon dioxide, therefore position the compressor
well away from any potential vehicle exhaust contamination.
4.3
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Check the compressor's oil level which must be near the top of the
red circle of the sight glass. The minimum level is the lower part of
the red circle.
Top up, if necessary, by slowly unscrewing the filler cap. If there is
any escape of oil/air DO NOT CONTINUE REMOVING THE CAP
UNTIL ALL PRESSURE IS RELEASED. (The filler cap is located
between the cylinders on top of the compressor casing.)
PAS:MAC 1000
The breathing-air filtration will not remove carbon
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OCTOBER 2010
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