DeWalt D55140 Instruction Manual page 4

• Restricting any of the com-
pressor ventilation openings
will cause serious overheat-
ing and could cause fire.
• Unattended operation of
this product could result in
personal injury or property
damage. To reduce the
risk of fire, do not allow the
compressor to operate
unattended.
• Never place objects against or
on top of compressor.
• Operate compressor in
an open area at least 12"
(30.5 cm) away from any
wall or obstruction that would
restrict the flow of fresh air to
the ventilation openings.
• Operate compressor in a
clean, dry well ventilated area.
Do not operate unit indoors or
in any confined area.
• Always remain in attendance
with the product when it is
operating.
• Always turn off and unplug
unit when not in use.
DANGER: RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION)
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• The compressed air directly
from your compressor is not
safe for breathing. The air
stream may contain carbon
monoxide, toxic vapors,
or solid particles from the
air tank. Breathing these
contaminant's can cause
serious injury or death.
• Sprayed materials such as
paint, paint solvents, paint
remover, insecticides, weed
killers, may contain harmful
vapors and poisons.
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HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Air obtained directly from the
compressor should never be
used to supply air for human
consumption. In order to use air
produced by this compressor
for breathing, suitable filters
and in-line safety equipment
must be properly installed. In-
line filters and safety equipment
used in conjunction with the
compressor must be capable
of treating air to all applicable
local and federal codes prior to
human consumption.
• Work in an area with good
cross ventilation. Read and
follow the safety instructions
provided on the label or safety
data sheets for the materials
you are spraying. Always use
certified safety equipment:
OSHA/MSHA/NIOSH
respiratory protection designed
for use with your specific
application.