Craftsman MG1-OILFREE Owner's Manual page 4

SAFETY GUIDELINES
WHATTO
LOOK FOR
Compressed
Air
Electricity
Toxic Vapors
Unsuitable
Solvents
WHATCOULD HAPPEN
Compressad air can propel dust, dirt or loose par-
ticles it comes in contact with. These propelled par-
ticles may cause serious injury or damage.
Too much air pressure applied to air tools or acces-
sories can cause damage or risk of bursting.
Your air compressor is powered by electricity. Like
any other electdca;_y powered device, if it is not used
properly it may cause electrical shock.
It is normal for compressed air to contain toxic or
irritating vapors. Such vapors are harmful if inhaled.
Certain materials you are spraying (like paint, weed
killer, sand or insecticide) can be harmful if you inhale
them.
The solvents 1,!,1 - Trichloroethane and Methylene
Chloride can chemically react with aluminum used in
paint spray guns, paint pumps, etc., and cause an
explosion. These solvents can also react with galva-
nized components and cause corrosion and weaken-
ing of parts. This does not affect your air compressor
- but it may affect the equipment being used.
HOWTO PREVENT IT
Never point any nozzle or sprayer toward a person or
any part of the body.
Always wear safety goggles or glasses when using
the air compressor.
Always turn the air compressor off before attaching
or removing accessories.
Check the manufacturer's pressure rating for air
tools and accessories. Regulator outlet pressure
must never exceed the maximum pressure rating.
Always unplug the air compressor prior to mainte-
nance or repair.
Never use the air compressor outdoors when it is
raining.
Always plug the cord into an electrical outlet with the
specified voltage and adequate fuse protection.
Never directly inhale the compressed air produced by
this unit.
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 protection against some
kinds and limited amounts of toxic material. Read
mask and respirator instructions carefully. Consult
with a safety expert or industrial hygienist if you are not
sure about the use of a certain mask or respirator.
If the material you intend to spray contains the solvents
listed at left (read the label or data sheet), do not use
accessories that contain aluminum or galvanized
parts. You must either change the material you intend
to spray, or use only stainless steel spray equipment.