DeWalt D55690 Air Compressor User Manual


 
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WARNING: RISK OF
INJURY FROM LIFTING
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Seriousinjurycanresultfrom
attempting to lift too heavy
an object.
• Thecompressoristooheavy
to be lifted by one person.
Obtain assistance from others
before lifting.
CAUTION: RISK FROM NOISE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Under some conditions and
duration of use, noise from
this product may contribute to
hearing loss.
• Alwayswearcertifiedsafety
equipment: ANSI S12.6
(S3.19) hearing protection.
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An 18V DeWALT battery pack is used to start these units using the
electric start feature. When ordering replacement battery packs, be
sure to include catalog number and voltage. Consult the chart at the
end of this manual for compatibility of chargers and battery packs.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using
the battery pack and charger, read the following safety instructions.
Then follow charging procedures outlined.
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• Do not charge or use battery in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Inserting or removing the battery from the charger may ignite the
dust or fumes.
• NEVER force battery pack into charger. DO NOT modify
battery pack in any way to fit into a non-compatible charger
as battery pack may rupture causing serious personal injury.
Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of
batteries and chargers.
• ChargethebatterypacksonlyinD
eWALT chargers.
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
• Donotstoreorusethetoolandbatterypackinlocations
where the temperature may reach or exceed 105°F (40˚)
(such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
DANGER: Electrocution hazard. Never attempt to open the
battery pack for any reason. If battery pack case is cracked or
damaged, do not insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage
battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has
received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in
any way (i.e., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on).
Electric shock or electrocution may result. Damaged battery packs
should be returned to service center for recycling.
NOTE: Battery storage and carrying caps are provided
for use whenever the battery is out of the tool or
charger. Remove cap before placing battery in charger
or tool.
WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry
battery so that metal objects can contact exposed
battery terminals. For example, do not place battery in aprons,
pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose