Craftsman 919.175261 Owner's Manual page 4

WHAT TO
LOOK FOR
Electricity
Moving Parts
Toxic Vapors
Air Tank
Vibration
WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
Your air compressor is powered by eiectricityo
Like any othar eJectricaiJy powered device, if it is
not used proper_y it can cause electrical shock.
This compressor cycles automatically when the
switch is in the "On-Auto" position, if you
attempt repair or maintenance while the com-
pressor is operating, or with the switch in the
"On-Auto" position you can expose yourself to
moving parts. These moving parts can cause
serious injury or damage if they coma into
contact with you or your cgothing.
It is normal for compressed air to contain toxic or
irritating vapors. Such vapors are harmful if
inhaJed.
Certain materials you are spraying (like paint,
weed killer, sand or insecticide) can be harmful
if you inhate them.
Modifications to the air compressor can cause
the air tank to rupture or explode.
Changing the air tank will cause it to weaken.
The tank can rupture or explode.
If your compressor is not properiy anchored it
will vibrata. Excessive vibration can cause tank
rupture or explosion.
Always turn off and lock out electrical power
3riot to maintenance or repair.
Wiring of the pressure switch, motor and On/
Off switch should be done by a licensed elec-
trician in accordance with national and local
codes.
Always turn off and lock out power before
repair or maintenance.
Never operate the compressor with the belt
guard removed.
Never diractJy inhale the compressed air pro-
duced by this unit.
Read labels and safety data for aHmaterials you
spray. Follow atl 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
protection against some kinds and limited
amounts of toxic material. Raad mask and
respirator instructions carefultyo Consult with a
safety expert or industrial hygienist if you are
not svre about the use of a certain mask or
respirator.
Do not adjust, remove or tamper with the
safety valve or pressure switch, if safety valve
or pressure switch replacement is necessary, a
_art with the same pressure rating must be
used.
Never usa a motor with a higher horsepower
rating than the one supplied.
Do not substitute a gas engine for the
motot...this compressor was not designed to
ba powered by a gasomina engine.
Never replace the compressor pump with a
different model
Never increase the compressor pump speed.
Never drill into, weld, or in any way modify the
air tank. Do not repair a leaking tank; it must be
rapmacad.
Never replace the air tank with a different
model or a larger tank.
Make sure your sir compressor is bolted to the
floor. Sea "Location of the Air Compressor" in
this manual.