Safety Guidelines - Definitions; Important Safety Instructions - Porter-Cable C5512 Instruction Manual

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS

This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand.
This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING
EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the
symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.
Indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm such as asbestos and
lead in lead based paint.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• It is normal for electrical
contacts within the motor and
pressure switch to spark.
• If electrical sparks from
compressor come into contact
with flammable vapors, they may
ignite, causing fire or explosion.
Indicates a potentially
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California
Some dust contains chemicals known to the State of California
To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
RISk OF ExPLOSION OR FIRE
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
not related to personal injury which,
if not avoided, may result in property
damage.
HAZARD
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Always operate the compressor
in a well ventilated area free
of combustible materials,
gasoline, or solvent vapors.
• If spraying flammable materials,
locate compressor at least
20' (6.1 m) away from spray
area. An additional length of
air hose may be required.
• Store flammable materials
in a secure location away
from compressor.
2- ENG
Indicates a potentially
Indicates a practice