Definitions: Safety Guidelines; Important Safety Instructions - DeWalt D55146 Guide D'utilisation

Definitions: Safety Guidelines

The definitions below describe the level of severity
for each signal word. Please read the manual and
pay attention to these symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to per-
sonal injury which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
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Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read and understand
this instruction manual for safety, operation and maintenance
instructions.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING: Some dust contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm
such as asbestos and lead in lead based paint.
SAVE ThESE INSTruCTION
DANGER: RISk Of ExPlOSION OR fIRE
WHAt CAn HAPPen
• It is normal for electrical con-
tacts within the motor and
pressure switch to spark.
• If electrical sparks from com-
pressor come into contact
with flammable vapors, they
may ignite, causing fire or
explosion.
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HOW tO PreVent It
• Always operate the compres-
sor in a well ventilated area
free of combustible materials,
gasoline, or solvent vapors.
• If spraying flammable materi-
als, locate compressor at
least 20 feet (6.1 m) away
from spray area. An addi-
tional length of hose may be
required.
• Store flammable materials in
a secure location away from
compressor.