DeWalt D55167 Air Compressor User Manual


 
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• Restrictinganyofthe
compressor ventilation
openings will cause serious
overheating and could
cause fire.
• Neverplaceobjectsagainstor
on top of compressor.
• Operatecompressorin
an open area at least 12"
(30.5 cm) away from any
wall or obstruction that would
restrict the flow of fresh air to
the ventilation openings.
• Operatecompressorina
clean, dry well ventilated area.
Do not operate unit indoors or
in any confined area.
• Unattendedoperationof
this product could result in
personalinjuryorproperty
damage. To reduce the risk
of fire, do not allow the
compressor to operate unat-
tended.
• Alwaysremaininattendance
with the product when it is
operating.
• Alwaysturnoffandunplug
unit when not in use.
DANGER: RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION)
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Thecompressedairdirectly
from your compressor is not
safe for breathing. The air
stream may contain carbon
monoxide, toxic vapors,
or solid particles from the
air tank. Breathing these
contaminants can cause
seriousinjuryordeath.
• Neveruseairobtaineddirectly
from the compressor to supply
air for human consumption.
The compressor is not
equipped with suitable filters
and in-line safety equipment
for human consumption.
• Exposuretochemicals
in dust created by
power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities may
be harmful.
• Sprayedmaterialssuchas
paint, paint solvents, paint
remover, insecticides, weed
killers, may contain harmful
vapors and poisons.
• Workinanareawithgood
cross ventilation. Read and
follow the safety instructions
provided on the label or
safety data sheets for the
materials you are spraying.
Always use certified safety
equipment: NIOSH/OSHA
respiratory protection or
properly fit ting face mask
designed for use with your
specific application.