Important Safety Instructions For Use Of The Compressor - Metabo HPT EC 2610EA Manuel D'utilisation Et Consignes De Sécurité

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF THE COMPRESSOR

WARNING:
1. NEVER TOUCH MOVING PARTS.
Never place your hands, fi ngers or other body parts near
the compressor's moving parts. Never insert your fi ngers
or other objects into the belt guard ventilator. Such an
action invites the danger of injuries.
2. 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.
3. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTION.
Risk of injury. Always wear ANSI Z87.1 safety
glasses with side shields or equivalent eye protection.
Compressed air must never be aimed at anyone or any
part of the body. Wear appropriate personal hearing
protection as air fl ow noise is loud when draining.
4. STOP THE ENGINE.
Always stop the engine and pull out the spark plug cap
to prevent any sudden start of the engine and remove
the compressed air from the air tank before servicing,
inspecting, maintaining, cleaning replacing or checking
any parts.
5. STORE COMPRESSOR PROPERLY.
When not in use, the compressor should be stored in
indoor in a non-freezing, dry place. Keep out of reach of
children. Lock-out the storage area.
Do not store this compressor near an open fl ame or any
equipment such as a stove, furnace, water heater, etc.
which utilizes a pilot light or sparking device.
Store fl ammable materials in a secure location away
from compressor.
6. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas invite injuries. Clear all work areas of
unnecessary tools, debris, furniture, etc.
7. 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.
Operate the compressor in an open area at least
18 inches (457 mm) away from any wall or object
that could restrict the fl ow of fresh air to the ventilation
openings. Do not place rags or other objects on or near
these openings.
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SAFETY
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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Risk of fi re or explosion. Do not carry and operate the
compressor or any other electrical device near the
spray area. Do not use compressor in the presence of
fl ammable liquids or gases.
Never place objects against or on top of compressor.
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.
Always operate the compressor in a stable and secure
position to prevent accidental movement of the unit. In
order to avoid damaging this compressor, do not allow
the unit to be tilled more than 10° when operating. Never
operate the compressor on a roof or other elevated
positon. Never use on a ladder or unstable support. Use
an additional air hose to reach high locations.
This compressor contains some components parts
that tend to produce arcs or sparks, and therefore,
when located in a garage, it should be in a room or
enclosure provided for this purpose, and should be
18 inches (457 mm) or more above the fl oor.
8. KEEP COMPRESSORS
SPRAYING AREA AS POSSIBLE.
Risk of fi re or explosion. Do not spray fl ammable liquid in
a confi ned area. The spray area must be well ventilated.
Do not smoke while spraying or spray where parks or
a fl ame is present. Use spray gun hose at least 25 feet
(7.6 m) long and keep the compressor/motor at least
20 feet (6.1 m) away from explosive vapours. Do not use
this air compressor to spray chemicals. Your lungs can
be damaged by inhaling toxic fumes.
A respirator may be necessary in dusty environments or
when spraying paint. Do not carry while painting.
9. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept safely away from work area.
10. DRESS PROPERLY.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be
caught in moving parts. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
11. MAINTAIN COMPRESSOR WITH CARE.
Follow maintenance chart (refer to page 13).
12. STAY ALERT.
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Never
stand on the compressor. Do not operate compressor
when you are tired.
Compressor should never be used by you if you are
under the infl uence of alcohol, drugs or medication that
makes you drowsy.
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