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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This
information relates to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. Read and
follow SAFETY PRECAUTIONS before using this equipment.
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FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
1.
When spraying, adequate exhaust must be provided to keep air free of accumulations of
flammable vapors which may cause fire or explosion.
2.
Smoking must never be allowed in the spray area.
3.
Static electricity is generated and a static spark could be produced in the spray area. To
prevent the risk of fire or explosion, ground without fail all conductive objects in the spray
area.
4.
Make it sure to use and ground hoses with static wire for spray gun operation. If
improperly grounded, a static spark possibly produced may cause fire or explosion.
5.
Fire extinguishing equipment must be provided in the spray area.
6.
Solvents used for cleaning must have a flash point equal to or higher than that of the
coating. Those for general cleaning must have flash points above 37.8°C (100°F) to
prevent the risk of fire.
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INHALING TOXIC SUBSTANCES
1.
Toxic vapors and liquids are harmful to health. When spraying, adequate exhaust must be
provided to keep the air free of accumulations of toxic materials and the use at all times of
respiratory protective equipment must be set compulsory.
2.
Always wear eye protection when spraying or cleaning the equipment.
3.
Certain materials may be harmful if there is contact with the skin. Read carefully all the
labels and safety performance data of the materials and solvents to be used. Appropriate
clothes and gloves must be worn for spraying or cleaning the equipment.
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MISUSE
1.
Operators should be given adequate and appropriate training in the safe use and
maintenance of this equipment.
2.
Pressured liquids may injure eyes. Do not point the spray gun to any person.
3.
Pressure feed gun must not be used for gravity or suction feed gun.
4.
Parts with compressed air may damage the human body. Connect air hoses tightly by
using a spanner so that air never leaks. If tightened loosely, hoses can be removed which
may result in damaging the human body, objects to be coated and other equipment used
together.
5.
Parts with compressed air or under spring pressure may injure the human body.
When
replacing such parts, clean the spray gun by discharging the materials, discharge the air,
remove air hose and fluid cup and then replace such parts by placing the gun flat. Eye
protection must be worn when repairing the spray gun.
6.
Do not use the gun at no more than maximum working pressure (0.69MPa).
