GENERAL SAFETY AND USE INSTRUCTIONS
While using this compressor, several basic safety
precautions must always be followed in order to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shocks and personal
injuries.
Read and understand the instruction manual
before start using this equipment. Save this
manual for future reference.
General
These preventive measures are essential for your
safety, always operate the compressor carefully,
responsibly and taking into account that the user is
responsible for any accidents caused to third parties or
their property.
The compressor may only be used by people who have
read the instruction manual and are familiar with its
handling. Make sure that all individuals using the
compressor have had the necessary training and have
read and fully understand these operating instructions.
This instruction manual is an integral part of the
compressor and must always be provided alongside the
appliance.
Familiarize yourself with the control devices and use of
the air compressor. In particular, the user must know
how to quickly stop the appliance.
Stay alert and use common sense while operating a
compressor. A moment of inattention can result in
serious injury.
Do not use the air compressor if you are not both
physically and mentally well. Do not operate it while you
are tired or under the influence of medication, drugs or
alcohol. If you have a health problem, ask your doctor if
it is safe for you to use the air compressor before doing
so.
Never allow the air compressor to be used by children,
individuals with limited physical, sensory or mental
abilities, individuals with lack of experience and
knowledge of the appliance, or others unfamiliar with
the use instructions.
The air compressor may only be used as stated in
this instruction manual. Any other use, which may
be dangerous and may cause injury to the user or
damage to the power tool, is not permitted.
Do not overload the compressor, the equipment runs
better and safer within its limits indicated in the
technical data table.
Do not overload the compressor and use it properly for
each type of work. Using this equipment for purposes
other than the intended may result in dangerous
situations.
For safety reasons, any alteration to the compressor
other than the assembly of accessories authorised by
the manufacturer is prohibited. The warranty on your
air compressor will be voided if you alter it in any way.
You may get information on authorized accessories
from your official VITO dealer.
Electrical safety instructions
Do not use air compressor in explosive
environments, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks that can ignite liquids, gases, or dust.
Do not expose the power tool to rain or operate it in wet
or moist environments. The presence of water in a
power tool increases the risk of damage and electric
shock to the user.
The supply voltage must match the technical
specifications of the air compressor. Keep the
voltage between ± 5% of the rated value. Do not
operate the power tool in places where the supply
voltage is not stable.
The power cord must be plugged into a socket with
differential protection and grounding. If the workplace
is extremely hot, humid or with a high concentration of
dust, the socket circuit must be protected with a circuit
breaker (30 mA) to ensure the safety of the user.
Never use the power cord to pull, carry or unplug the
compressor. Damaged power cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
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