Operation & Maintenance Manual Safety WARNING ! Hot engine coolant and steam can cause injury. When adding coolant or antifreeze solution to the engine radiator, stop the engine and allow radiator to cool prior to releasing the radiator pressure cap. Using a cloth to protect the hand, slowly release the radiator pressure cap, absorbing any released fluid with the cloth. Do not remove the radiator pressure cap until all excess fluid is released and the engine cooling system fully depressurized. WARNING ! Follow the instructions provided by the antifreeze supplier when adding or draining the antifreeze solution.
It is advisable to wear personal protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contact with the antifreeze solution. Transport When loading or transporting the compressor, ensure that the specified lifting and tie down points are used. When loading or transporting the compressor, ensure that the towing vehicle, its size, weight, towing hitch, and electrical supply are all suitable to provide safe and stable towing at speeds either, up to the legal maximum for the country in which it is being towed or as specified for the compressor model if lower than the legal maximum. Do not exceed gross vehicle weight rating. Before towing the compressor, ensure:
the tires and towing hitch are in a serviceable condition and tires are properly inflated. the canopy is secure. all ancillary equipment is stored in a safe and secure manner. the brakes and lights are functioning correctly and meet necessary road traffic requirements. breakaway cables/safety chains are connected to the towing vehicle. The compressor must be towed in a level attitude in order to maintain correct handling, braking, and lighting functions. This can be achieved by correct selection and adjustment of the vehicle towing hitch and, on variable height running gear, adjustment of the drawbar. 1.
Ensure wheels, tires, and drawbar connectors are in safe operating condition and drawbar is properly connected before towing. 2. When parking, always use the handbrake and, if necessary, suitable wheel chocks. 16