Gast SAA Series - Manual (Page 2)

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This is the hazard alert symbol:
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. When you see this
symbol, be aware that personal injury or property
damage is possible. The hazard is explained in the text
following the symbol. Read the information carefully
before proceeding.
The following is an explanation of the three
different types of hazards:
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DANGER Severe personal injury or death will
occur if hazard is ignored.
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WARNING Severe personal injury or death can
occur if hazard is ignored.
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CAUTION Minor injury or property damage
can occur if hazard is ignored.
GENERAL INFORMATION
This unit is designed for moving air only and under no
circumstances is to be used with any other gases, fluids,
particles, solids, or any substance mixed with air.
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DANGER Pumping flammable or explosive gases or
operating this unit in an atmosphere
containing them can result in fire or
explosion damage to unit and surrounding
environment.
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CAUTION Do not allow corrosive gases or particulate
material to enter unit. Water vapor, oil-
based contaminants, or other liquids must
be filtered out. Foreign materials will
damage unit by gumming up parts and
causing unit to fail.
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CAUTION This unit’s exhaust air can become very hot.
Hot exhaust air can damage temperature-
sensitive equipment and will burn skin if
exposed to air stream.
Ambient temperature should not exceed 40˚C (104˚F).
For operation at high temperatures, consult the factory.
Performance is reduced by low atmospheric pressure
found at high altitudes. Consult a Gast distributor for
details.
Never lubricate this oil-less piston unit. Most
components are made of aluminum and valves are
stainless steel.
INSTALLATION
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WARNING To avoid risk of electrocution do not use
this product in an area where it could
come in contact with water or other liquids.
If exposed to the elements unit must be weather-protected.
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WARNING Beware of any exposed and/or movable
parts. Proper guards should be in place to
prevent personal and/or property damage.
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CAUTION Do not block flow of cooling air over unit in
any way. This will cause unit to overheat.
Mounting
Unit may be installed in any orientation as long as flow
of cool, ambient air over unit is not blocked. To reduce
noise and vibration, use shock mounts and affix unit to a
stable, rigid operating surface.
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CAUTION Remove plastic plugs in ports before
starting unit to avoid flying projectile and/
or lack of performance.
Wiring
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WARNING Incorrect wiring can result in electric shock
and cause permanent damage to unit.
Wiring must conform to all required safety codes and be
installed by a qualified person. Grounding is required.
All power to motor must be de-energized and
disconnected when servicing.
Grounding Instructions
These instructions apply to 120-volt units and where
indicated to units wired for 220-240 volts. See motor
nameplate on unit for voltage requirements.
For all grounded, cord-connected products:
This product should be grounded. In the event of an electrical
short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by
providing an escape wire for the electric current this product is
equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an
appropriate grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into
an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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DANGER Improper installation of the grounding plug
can result in a risk of electric shock. If
repair or replacement of the cord or plug is
necessary, do not connect the grounding
wire to either flat blade terminal. The wire
with insulation having an outer surface that
is green with or without yellow stripes is
the grounding wire.
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in
doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not
modify the plug provided; if it will not fit the outlet, have the
proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.