Comprag D-4508 [4/92] Safety guidelines

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1. Safety guidelines

1.1 Symbols used in the instructions.

Lethal hazard.

Warning.

Attention.

1.2

General safety guidelines.

Carefully familiarise yourself with the technical documentation,

operating instructions and safety guidelines. Most accidents as-

sociated with the use of compressor equipment occur as a result

of non-compliance with safety guidelines. Prevent hazards from

developing and adhere to the safety guidelines. The main rules

are given in the following section.

The user is solely liable for injuries or damages which occur due to

non-compliance with safety guidelines during installation, opera-

tion or servicing, as well as unauthorised use of equipment!

1. The operator must stringently adhere to safety guidelines provided for by these instruc-

tions and local legislation!

2. When choosing between these safety guidelines and the regulations provided for by local

legislation, those rules which provide for more stringent requirements shall apply.

3. Only trained maintenance personnel with the relevant level of professional training are

permitted to operate, service and repair Comprag equipment.

4. Compressed air owing immediately from the compressor may contain oil and impurities

and is not suitable for breathing! Compressed air has to be puried to an air purity grade

suitable for breathing, in accordance with the standards prescribed by local legislation.

5. Compressed air is an extremely hazardous energy source. Compressed air must not be

used for unintended purposes! Do not use it to clean clothing and footwear and never point

compressed air hoses at people and animals! When using air to clean equipment, take extra

caution and wear safety goggles!