Porter-Cable N003568 Air Compressor User Manual


 
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HAZARD
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Yourcompressorispoweredby
electricity. Like any other elec-
trically powered device, if it is
not used properly it may cause
electric shock.
• Neveroperatethecompressoroutdoors
when it is raining or in wet conditions.
• Neveroperatecompressorwithprotec-
tive covers removed or damaged.
• Repairsattemptedbyunquali-
fied personnel can result in
seriousinjuryordeathbyelec-
trocution.
• Anyelectricalwiringorrepairsrequired
on this product should be performed by
authorized service center personnel in
accordance with national and local elec-
trical codes.
• Electrical Grounding: Failure
to provide adequate ground-
ing to this product could result
inseriousinjuryordeath
from electrocution. Refer to
Grounding Instructions para-
graph in the Installation section.
• Makecertainthattheelectricalcircuit
to which the compressor is connected
provides proper electrical grounding,
correct voltage and adequate fuse pro-
tection.
HAZARD
RISK FROM FLYING OBJECTS
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Thecompressedairstreamcan
cause soft tissue damage to
exposed skin and can propel
dirt, chips, loose particles, and
smallobjectsathighspeed,
resulting in property damage or
personalinjury.
• Alwayswearcertifiedsafetyequipment:
ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA
Z94.3) with side shields when using the
compressor.
• Neverpointanynozzleorsprayer
toward any part of the body or at other
people or animals.
• Alwaysturnthecompressoroffand
bleed pressure from the air hose and
air tank before attempting maintenance,
attaching tools or accessories.