Important Safety Instructionsfor Use Of The Compressor - Metabo EC 1315S Manuel D'utilisation Et Consignes De Sécurité

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSFOR USE OF THE COMPRESSOR

WARNING:
Death or serious bodily injury could result from improper or unsafe use of compressor.
To avoid these risks, follow these basic safety instructions:
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
shroud ventilator. Such an action invites the danger of
injuries or electric shocks.
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. Use ear protection as air fl ow
noise is loud when draining.
4. PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST ELECTRIC
SHOCK.
Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as
pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigeration enclosures.
This compressor must be properly grounded. Don't
expose compressor to rain. Never operate the
compressor in damp or wet locations.
To reduce risk of electric shock, do not remove
shroud.
5. 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.
6. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Do not carry the compressor while it is connected
to its power source or when the air tank is fi lled with
compressed air. Be sure the power switch in the
"OFF" position before connecting the compressor to
its power source.
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7. STORE COMPRESSOR PROPERLY.
When not in use, the compressor should be stored
indoors in a non-freezing, dry place. Keep out of
reach of children. Lock-out the storage area.
8. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas invite injuries. Clear all work areas of
unnecessary tools, debris, furniture, etc.
9. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT.
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.
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. 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.
10. KEEP COMPRESSORS AS FAR FROM THE
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