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installed within a building or vehicle, pipe the
(2) Location. If possible avoid muddy, sandy,
exhaust to the outside. Use as few bends as possible
or dusty location as a site for installation as dirt and
moisture shorten the life of all moving parts.
in the exhaust line and make sure all connections are
tight.
(3) Leveling. The air compressor should be as
level as possible when installed or set up for use.
(5) Noise hazard warning signs. Signs con-
forming to provisions of AR 385-30 will be erected in
When operating in an enclosed area, pipe
the area to provide notification of NOISE HAZARD
in accordance with TB MED-251. The signs should
exhaust gases to the outside by extending
exhaust pipe. The exhaust gases contain
read:
carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless
poisonous gas. Inhalation of exhaust fumes
Noise
Hazard
Equipment
Hearing
Protection Required.
will result in serious illness or death.
(4) Installation. If the compressor is to be
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