Instruction manual

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The definitions below describe the level of severity
for each signal word. Please read the manual and pay
attention to these symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, will result in death or seri-
ous injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal
injury which, if not avoided, may result in property
damage.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT
THIS OR ANY D
e WALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT:
1-800-4-D
e WALT (1-800-433-9258)
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WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read and understand
this instruction manual for safety, operation and maintenance
instructions.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING: Some dust contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm
such as asbestos and lead in lead based paint.
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DANGER: RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
 • Itisnormalforelectrical
contacts within the motor
and pressure switch to
spark.
 • Alwaysoperatethecompres-
sor in a well ventilated area
free of combustible materials,
gasoline, or solvent vapors.
 • Ifelectricalsparksfrom
compressor come into con-
tact with flammable vapors,
they may ignite, causing fire
or explosion.
 • Ifsprayingflammablemate-
rials, locate compressor
at least 20' (6.1 m) away
from spray area. An addi-
tional length of hose may be
required.
 • Storeflammablematerialsin
a secure location away from
compressor.