Intended Use; Meanings Of Signal Words - DeWalt DPC17PS-QS Instruction Manual

Read the Instruction Handbook:
Before positioning, operating or adjusting the
compressor, read the instruction book carefully.
Save the safety warnings and instruction for future
reference! Pass on your power tool only together with
these documents. You and all other users must be able
to inform yourselves at any time.
MARKINGS ON TOOL
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
CAUTION: before doing any work on the compressor,
it must be disconnected from the power supply.
RISK OF HIGH TEMPERATURES:
CAUTION: the compressor contains some parts which
might reach high TEMPERATURES.
RISK OF ACCIDENTAL START-UP:
ATTENTION: the compressor could start automatically
in case of a black-out and subsequent reset.
RISK OF BURSTING:
Failure to properly drain tank may result in excessive
tank corrosion causing air tank rupture or an explosion.
HEARING, EYE AND RESPIRATORY
PROTECTION MUST BE WORN
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read and understand all of the operating instructions,
safety precautions and warnings in the Instruction
Manual before operating or maintaining this compressor.
Most accidents that result from compressor operation
and maintenance are caused by the failure to observe
basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can
often be avoided by recognizing a potentially hazardous
situation before it occurs, and by observing appropriate
safety procedures. Basic safety precautions are outlined
in the "SAFETY" section of this Instruction Manual
and in the sections which contain the operation and
maintenance instructions. Hazards that must be avoided
to prevent bodily injury or machine damage are identified
by WARNINGS on the compressor and in this Instruction
Manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND MAKE
THEM AVAILABLE TO OTHER USERS OF THIS
TOOL!

INTENDED USE

This tool is used for the generation of compressed
air for professional pneumatic nailing tools and tyre
inflators. Always ensure that the tool you are connecting
has a suitable air pressure value.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
The use in the medical and food sector as well as
refilling of oxygen tanks is not permitted.
This unit is a professional compressor. DO NOT let
children come into contact with the compressor.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators
use this tool.
This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) suffering from diminished physical, sensory or
mental abilities; lack of experience, knowledge or skills
unless they are supervised by a person responsible for
their safety. Children should never be left alone with this
product.

MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS

m DANGER: indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if ignored, will result in serious personal injury.
m WARNING: indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if ignored, could result in serious personal injury.
m CAUTION: indicates a hazardous situation which, if
ignored, could result moderate personal injury.
NOTE: emphasizes essential information
Safety instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF THE
COMPRESSOR.
m WARNING: DEATH OR SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
COULD RESULT FROM IMPROPER OR UNSAFE USE
OF COMPRESSOR. TO AVOID THESE RISKS, FOLLOW
THESE BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. NEVER TOUCH MOVING PARTS Never place your
hands, fingers or other body parts near the compressor's
moving parts.
2. NEVER OPERATE WITHOUT ALL GUARDS IN PLACE
Never operate this compressor without all guards or
safety features in place and in proper working order.
If maintenance or servicing requires the removal of a
guard or safety features, be sure to replace the guards
or safety feature before resuming operation of the
compressor.
3. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION Always wear
safety goggles or equivalent eye protection. Compressed
air must never be aimed at anyone or any part of the
body.
4. PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK
Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as
pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigeration enclosures.
Never operate the compressor in damp or wet locations.
Never leave the compressor exposed to adverse
weather conditions.
EN GLI S H
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