Important Safety Instructions For Use Of The Compressor - Hitachi EC 10SC Instruction Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USE OF THE COMPRESSOR
AkWARNING:
Death or serious bodily injury could result from improper or unsafe use of compressor.
To avoid these risks, follow these basic safety instructions:
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NEVER TOUCH MOVING PARTS.
Never place your hands, fingers or other body parts
near the compressor's moving parts.
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 guard
or safety features before resuming operation of the
compressor.
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.
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.
DISCONNECT THE COMPRESSOR.
Always disconnect the compressor from the power
source and remove the compressed air from the air
tank before servicing, inspecting, maintaining,
cleaning, replacing or checking any parts.
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Do not carry the compressor while it is connected to
its power source or when the air tank is filled with
compressed air. Be sure the knob of the pressure
switch in the "OFF" position before connecting the
compressor to its power source.
STORE COMPRESSOR PROPERLY.
When not in use, the compressor should be stored in
a dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Lock-out the
storage area.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas invite injuries. Clear all work areas of
unnecessary tools, debris, furniture, etc.
CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT.
Don't expose compressor to rain. Don't use
compressor in damp or wet locations. Keep work area
well lit and well ventilated.
Don't use compressor in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
Compressor produces sparks during operation.
Never use compressor in sites containing lacquer,
paint, benzine, thinner, gasoline, gases, adhesive
agents, and other materials which are combustible
or explosive.
10. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
Do not let visitors contact compressor extension cord.
All visitors should be kept safely away from work
area.
11. DRESS PROPERLY.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be
caught in moving parts.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
12. DON'T ABUSE CORD.
Never yank it to disconnect from receptacle.
Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.
13. MAINTAIN COMPRESSOR WITH CARE.
Follow instructions for lubricating.
Inspect cords periodically and if damaged, have
repaired by authorized service center. Inspect
extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.
14. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS.
When compressor in used outdoors, use only
extension cords intended for use outdoors and so
marked.
15. STAY ALERT.
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do
not operate compressor when you are tired.
Compressor should never be used by you if you are
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication
that makes you drowsy.
16. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS AND AIR LEAK.
Before further use of the compressor, a guard or
other part is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, air leak, and any other conditions that may
affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this
Instruction Manual.