Craftsman 919.168700 Owner's Manual page 5

WARNING: Risk of Bursting _1
Air Tank: The following conditions could lead to a weakening of the tank, and result
in a violent tank explosion and could cause property damage or serious injury.
What Could NaoDen
Failure to properRy drain condensed
water from tank, causing rust and
thinning of the steel tank.
Modifications or attempted repairs to
the tank.
Unauthorized modifications to the
unRoader valve, safety vaBve, or any
other components which control tank
pressure,
Excessive vibration can weaken the
air tank and cause rupture or
explosion
ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES:
Exceeding the pressure rating of
air toeBs, spray guns, air operated
accessories, tires, and other inflatables
can cause them to explode or fly apart,
and could result in serious injury.
Now To Prevent It
Drain tank daily or after each use.
If tank develops a leak, replace it
immediately with a new tank or replace
the entire compressoc
Never drill into, weld, or make any
modifications to the tank or its
attachments.
The tank is designed to withstand specific
operating pressures. Never make
adjustments or parts substitutions
to amter the factory set operating
pressures,
For essential control of air pressure,
you must install a pressure regulator
and pressure gauge to the air outBet
(if not equipped) of your compressor.
Follow the equipment manufacturers
recommendation and never exceed the
maximum allowable pressure rating of
attachments. Never use compressor
to inflate small low pressure objects
such as children's toys, footballs,
basketballs, etc.
WARNING: Risk from Flying Objects
What Coumd Happen Now To Prevent It
The compressed air stream can cause
soft tissue damage to exposed skin
and can propel dirt, chips, loose
particmes, and small objects at high
speed, resulting in property damage or
personal injury.
Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety
gBasses with side shields when using the
compressor
Never point any nozzle or sprayer
toward any part of the body or at other
people or animals.
Always turn the compressor ""Off"" and
bleed pressure from the air hose and tank
before attempting maintenance, attaching
tools or accessories.
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