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Figure 2-1 (2) - Continued.
Section IV. OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT
ferent problem, the operator may have to vary
2-9. General
given procedures to fit the individual job.
a. This section describes, locates, illustrates,
and furnishes operator, crew, or organizational
Warning: Never direct compressed air at
maintenance personnel sufficient information
personnel. Do not use compressed air to blow
about various controls and instruments for
dirt from clothing. When it is not used prop-
proper operation of the rotary air compressor.
erly, compressed air can be dangerous. Do
b. The operator must know how to perform
not play with compressed air.
every operation of which the rotary compressor
is capable. This section gives instructions on
starting and stopping the rotary compressor,
basic motions of the rotary compressor, and on
a. Preparation for Starting. Perform neces-
coordinating the basic motions to perform the
sary daily preventive maintenance services
specific tasks for which the equipment is de-
signed. Since nearly every job presents a dif-
