204.55-4—Labeling.
(a)
(1)
The manufacturer of any compressor subject to the standards prescribed in § 204.52 shall, at the time of manufacture, affix a permanent, legible label, of the type and in the manner described below, containing the information hereinafter provided, to all such compressors to be distributed in commerce.
(2)
The label shall be permanently attached, in a readily visible position, on the compressor enclosure.
(3)
The label shall be affixed by the compressor manufacturer, who has verified such compressor, in such a manner that it cannot be removed without destroying or defacing the label, and shall not be affixed to any equipment that is easily detached from such compressor.
(4)
Labels for compressors not manufactured solely for use outside the United States shall contain the following information lettered in the English language in block letters and numerals, which shall be of a color that contrasts with the background of the label:
(iii)
Date of manufacture, which may consist of a serial number or code in those instances where records are specified and maintained.
This Compressor Conforms to U.S. E.P.A. Regulations for Noise Emissions Applicable to Portable Air Compressors. The following acts or the causing thereof by any person are prohibited by the Noise Control Act of 1972:
(A) The removal or rendering inoperative, other than for the purpose of maintenance, repair, or replacement, of any noise control device or element of design (listed in the owner's manual) incorporated into this compressor in compliance with the Noise Control Act;
(B) The use of this compressor after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative.
(b)
Compressors manufactured solely for use outside the United States shall be clearly labeled “For Export Only.”