Air Compressor Manual
Operating Instructions
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1. NEVER use air from this compressor for breathable air except in full compliance with OSHA
Standards 29 CFR 1910 and any other Federal, State or Local codes or regulations.
2. DO NOT use airline anti-icer systems in air lines supplying respirators or other equipment used to
produce breathable air. DO NOT discharge air from these systems in unventilated or other conned
areas.
Inspect compressor prior to any use. Check for external damage that
might have occurred during transit. Be careful of moving parts then
test pulley by turning it freely by hand. Report any damage to delivery
carrier immediately.
Make sure pallet-mounted compressors are rmly secured to the
pallet before moving. NEVER attempt to move a compressor that is not
secure as serious injury or property damage could occur.
Inspection
DANGER
This equipment is supplied with a ASME designed pressure vessel protected by an ASME rated relief valve. Pull the
ring before each use to make sure the valve is functional. Refer to gure 10. DO NOT attempt to open valve while the
machine is under pressure.
Be sure all operators and others around the compressor and its controls comply with all applicable OSHA, Federal,
State and Local regulations, codes and standards relating to personal protective equipment. This includes respiratory
protective equipment, protection for the extremities, protective clothing, protective shields and barriers, electrical
protective equipment, and personal hearing protective equipment.
A forklift may be necessary for unloading the EMAX compressor. Use all forklift safety measures and require a
certied forklift operator. Refer to gure 1 for safe unloading procedure.
Breathable Air
Pressurized Components
Personal Protective Equipment
Death or serious injury can result from inhaling compressed air
without using proper safety equipment. See OSHA standards on safety
equipment.
WARNING
CAUTION