University:
Boston University
Course:
CAS PY 105 | Physics 1
Academic year:

2023
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374

Pages:

1
Author:

Salvador Meadows

Electric Air Compressor Awareness Reminder Potential Hazards ►An electric air compressor can be hazardous when improperly used. Incidents could include electric shock, fire, or personal injury. Solutions ► The following general precautions should be observed by electric air compressor users:                                 Wear proper protective clothing and equipment. Do not operate with protective covers or guards removed. Do not operate with any electrical panels or covers opened. Do not operate this unit with any of the safety controls bypassed. Do not operate this unit with any components rated less than the maximum operating pressure of the unit. Do not direct air stream at people, animals, or any living thing. Use only OHSA approved air blow guns. Do not use compressed air from this equipment for breathing. Unplug or disconnect unit before cleaning or servicing. Do not operate unit with damaged or worn hoses, fittings, clamps, or spuds. Do not repair damaged hoses or fittings. Do not touch exposed metal such as the compressor pump, motor, tank, connection hoses, or any fluids. Do not operate near flammable or combustible materials. Do not remove any airline or receiver connections before relieving air pressure in the entire air system and receiver tank(s). Do not operate at pressures, temperatures and rotational speeds in excess of the manufacturers’ recommendations. Do not spray flammable or toxic liquids in confined areas. Areas must be well ventilated. Use this machine only in a well ventilated area. To prevent corrosion, drain receiver tank(s) after 4 hours of use or at the end of each day, whichever comes first. Have the receiver tank(s) inspected for corrosion and/or damage periodically. Do not use in flammable or combustible atmosphere. Keep compressor as far away from spraying area as possible. At least 25 feet minimum. Do not leave loose parts, rags, tools, and other foreign matter on the compressor, drive system, or fan blade. Always wear hearing protection when operating or working near the unit. Do not route hose in a manner that will cause sharp bending, kinking, cutting, abrasion, or exterior damage. Do not pull on the hose to move the unit, untangle knots, or any other excessive pulling stress. Always release the system pressure prior to service, storage, daily shutdown, and/or disconnecting the hose or from the unit. Never leave an operating machine unattended. Never allow children or any unauthorized persons to operate the machine. Never exceed the pressure rating of air tools, spray guns, air operated accessories, tires and other inflatables could cause them to explode or fly apart. Do not touch the exhaust system, cylinder head or crankcase when hot. (If gasoline engine equipped) Do not inhale engine exhaust gases. (If gasoline engine equipped) Always shut down the unit and refuel away from open fi res or sparks. (If gasoline engine equipped) Do not over fill the fuel tank(s). (If gasoline engine equipped) Disconnect the spark plug lead before cleaning or servicing. (If gasoline engine equipped) Proper Training on Safety Awarness for each piece of equipment should be documented in the Training Log