Compressed Air Dryer Chapter 1: Safety 7 of 311-2 General Safety RegulationsRead and follow the instructions in this manual before installing, operating or maintainingany equipment. Additional copies are available from the manufacturer.Install, operate, and maintain this equipment according to applicable work and safety codesfor your location. This includes OSHA, CE, NEC, CSA, SPI, and many other local, national,and international regulations. Only qualified persons should work on or with this equipment.Work only with approved tools and devices.Before removing, adjusting, or replacing parts on a machine, remember to turn off all air andelectric supplies and all accessory equipment at the machine. You must also disconnect andlock out electrical and pneumatic power and attach warning tags to the disconnect switch andair shut off valve.When you need to perform maintenance or repair work on a dryer above floor level, use asolid platform or a hydraulic elevator. If there is a permanently installed catwalk on yourdryer, use it. The work platform should have secure footing and a place for tools and parts.Do not climb on dryers, machines, or work from ladders.If you need to repair a large component, use appropriate handling equipment. Before you usehandling equipment (portable “A” frames, electric boom trucks, fork trucks, overheadcranes), be sure the load does not exceed the capacity of the handling equipment or cause it tobecome unstable. Carefully test the condition of lifting cables, chains, ropes, slings, andhooks before using them to lift a load.Be sure that all on-current carrying parts of electrical apparatus, electrical enclosures, and thedryer frame are correctly connected to earth ground with an electrical conductor that complieswith current codes Install in accordance with national and local codes, which apply.When you have completed the repair or maintenance procedure, check your work, removeyour tools, rigging, and handling equipment. Do not restore power to the dryer until allpersons are clear of the area. Do not start and run the dryer until you are sure all parts arefunctioning properly.1-3 ResponsibilityThese machines are constructed for maximum operator safety when used under standardoperating conditions and when recommended instructions are followed in the maintenanceand operation of the machine.All personnel engaged in the use of the machine should become familiar with its operation asdescribed in this manual.Proper operation of the machine promotes safety for the operator and all workers in itsvicinity.Becoming familiar with materials, inspection, and maintenance and total user responsibilitywill assist you in learning potential areas in need of observation for danger.Each individual must take responsibility for observing the prescribed safety rules as outlined.All caution, warning and danger signs must be observed and obeyed. All actual or potentialdanger areas must be reported to your immediate supervisor.