1 Safety
This section is a summary of important safety
aspects to ensure optimum protection of the
personnel and safe and trouble-free operation.
The owner, lessor or operator of this com-
pressor is hereby notified and forewarned
that failure to observe these safety
precautions may result in injury and/or
property damage.
FS Curtis does not mean to imply that the
following safety precautions are all-inclusive or
that the observance of these precautions will
prevent all injury or property damage.
FS Curtis expressly disclaims responsibility or
liability for any injury or property damage caused
by failure to follow these specified precautions or
by failure to exercise ordinary caution and due
care required in operating or handling this
equipment even though not expressly specified.
1. Read and understand all the instructions
found in this manual before operating your
compressor.
2. Disconnect the main power source before
working on or performing any maintenance
procedures on this unit. Use a lock out and
tag out process.
3. Do not attempt to remove any parts, break
any connection, loosen oil fill plug or drain
plug until the unit has been shut down and
air pressure has been relieved.
4. Do not operate the compressor in excess of
its rated pressures and speeds indicated on
the compressor nameplate.
5. Do not remove guards, shields, or screens
while the compressor is in operation. If
removed for maintenance replace before
resuming operation.
6. Observe the delivery pressure gauge daily
to be sure the automatic control system is
operating within proper limits.
7. Periodically check all safety and relief
devices for proper operation.
8. Use compressed air properly. Pressurized
air can cause serious injury to personnel.
9. Be sure that no tools, rags or loose parts are
left in or on the compressor or drive parts.
10. Do not use flammable solvents for cleaning
parts.
11. Exercise cleanliness during maintenance
and when making repairs. Keep dirt away
from parts and exposed openings by
covering with clean rags or plastic to prevent
cross contamination.
12. Do not install a shut-off valve in the
discharge line without installing a pressure
relief valve between the shut-off and the
compressor package.
13. Do not operate the compressor in areas
where there is a possibility of flammable or
toxic substances entering the system.
14. Never disconnect (or jump) the air discharge
temperature switch or any other safety
device and attempt to operate the
compressor.
15. Know what state of operation the
compressor is in before working around the
unit. The power may be on and the machine
not running if it is in the auto restart mode.
Adhere to note #2 above.
16. Make sure to follow the local electrical and
environmental code requirements in your
area to ensure compliance prior to installing
the compressor.
1.1 Symbols in these instructions
Safety instructions
The safety instructions and safety information in
these instructions are denoted by symbols. The
safety instructions are prefaced by signal words
which express the extent of the risk.
DANGER!
This combination of symbol and
signal word indicates a direct
hazardous situation which will lead to
serious or even fatal injuries if not
avoided.
WARNING!
This combination of symbol and
signal word indicates a possibly
hazardous situation which may lead
to serious or even fatal injuries if not
avoided.
CAUTION!
This combination of symbol and
signal word indicates a possibly
hazardous situation which may cause
minor or light injuries if not avoided.
