Harbor Freight Tools 90168 User Manual
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SKU 90168
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proved for the specific hazards in the
work area.
Compressor use and care
4.
do not force the compressor. use
a.
the correct compressor for your
application. The correct compressor
will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
do not use the compressor if the
b.
switch does not turn it on and off.
Any compressor that cannot be con-
trolled with the switch is dangerous
and must be repaired.
disconnect the plug from the
c.
power source of the compressor
before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or stor-
ing compressors. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the compressor accidentally.
store idle compressors out of the
d.
reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the com-
pressor or these instructions to
operate it. Compressors are danger-
ous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain compressors. Check for
e.
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
compressor’s operation. if dam-
aged, have the compressor re-
paired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained
compressors.
use the compressor in accordance
f.
with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use
of the compressor for operations
different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
service
5.
Have your compressor serviced
a.
by a qualified repair person using
only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the
compressor is maintained.
air Compressor safety Warnings
Risk of fire or explosion - do not
1.
spray flammable liquid in a confined
area or towards a hot surface. Spray
area must be well-ventilated. Do not
smoke while spraying or spray where
spark or flame is present. Arcing
parts - keep compressor at least 20
feet away from explosive vapors,
such as when spraying with a spray
gun.
Risk of bursting - do not adjust
2.
regulator to result in output pressure
greater than marked maximum pres-
sure of attachment.
Risk of injury - do not direct air
3.
stream at body. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not expose to rain.
Store indoors.
Do not use to supply breathing air.
4.
Do not direct air flow from the Com-
5.
pressor at people or animals.
Industrial applications must follow
6.
OSHA requirements.
Maintain labels and nameplates on
7.
the compressor. These carry impor-
tant safety information. If unreadable
or missing, contact Harbor Freight
Compressors for a replacement.
Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare
8.
to begin work before turning on the
compressor.