Craftsman 919.153010 Owner's Manual page 4

WHAT TO
LOOK FOR
WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
Air Tank
Modifications to the air compressor can cause
the air tank to rupture or explode.
Do not adjust, remove or tamper with the safety
valve or pressure switch. If safety valve or pressure
switch replacement is necessary, a part with the
same rating must be used.
Never use a motor with a higher horsepower rating
than the one supplied.
Never replace the air tank with a different model or
a larger tank.
Changing the air tank will cause it to weaken.
The tank may rupture or explode.
Never drill into, weld, or in any way modify the air
tank.
Compressed Air Compressed air can propel dust, dirt, or loose
particles it comes in contact with.
Never point any nozzle or sprayer toward a person
or any part of the body.
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Always wear safety goggles or glasses when using
the air compressor.
Always turn the air compressor off before attach¬
ing or removing accessories.
Too much air pressure applied to air tools or
accessories can cause damage or risk of
bursting.
Check the manufacturer's maximum pressure rat¬
ing for air tools and accessories. Regulator outlet
pressure must never exceed the maximum pres¬
sure rating.
Electricity Your air compressor is powered by electricity.
Like any other electrically powered device, if it is
not used properly it may cause electrical shock.
Always unplug the air compressor prior to mainte¬
nance or repair.
Never use the air compressor outdoors when it is
raining.
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Always plug the cord into an electrical outlet with
the specified voltage and adequate fuse
protection.
Toxic Vapors It is normal for compressed air to contain toxic or
irritating vapors. Such vapors are harmful if
inhaled.
Never directly inhale the compressed air produced
by this unit.
Certain materials you are spraying (like paint,
weed killer, sand or insecticide) can be harmful
if you inhale them.
Read labels and safety data for all materials you
spray. Follow all safety precautions.
Use a mask or respirator if there is a chance of
inhaling toxic sprayed materials. Masks and
respirators have limits and will only provide protec¬
tion against some kinds and limited amounts of
toxic material. Read mask and respirator instruc¬
tions carefully. Consult with a safety expert or
industrial hygienist if you are not sure about the use
of a certain mask or respirator.
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Unsuitable
Solvents
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The solvents
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-Trichloroethane and Methy¬
lene Chloride can chemically react with alumi¬
num used in paint spray guns, paint pumps, etc.,
and cause an explosion. These solvents can
also react with galvanized components and
cause corrosion and weakening of parts. This
does not affect your air compressor - but it may
affect the equipment being used.
If the material you intend to spray contains the sol¬
vents listed at left (read the label or data sheet), do
not use accessories that contain aluminum or gal¬
vanized parts. You must either change the material
you intend to spray, or use only stainless steel
spray equipment.
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