Important Grounding Information
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Important Grounding Information
Before using your sprayer read this Owners Manual for complete instructions on proper use and safety
warnings.
The following information is intended to help you understand when to use the grounding wire and clamp
provided with your sprayer.
Please read the information on the material container label to determine if it is oil-based or flammable. Ask
for a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) from your supplier. The container label and SDS will explain the contents of
the material and the specific precautions related to it.
Paints, coatings and clean-up materials generally fit into one of the following
3 basic types:
Grounding
Wire and
Clamp
Required?
Type of Material
WATER-BASED:
The container label should indicate that the material
can be cleaned up with soap and water.
OIL-BASED:
The container label should indicate that the material is
COMBUSTIBILE and can be cleaned up with mineral spirits or
non-flammable paint thinner. Use oil-based material outdoors or in a
well-ventilated indoor area with a flow of fresh air. See the safety
warnings in this manual. Follow
, page 10, when
using this type of material.
FLAMMABLE:
This type of material contains flammable solvents such
as xylene, toluene, naphtha, MEK, lacquer thinner, acetone, denatured
alcohol, and turpentine. The container label should indicate that this
material is FLAMMABLE. Use flammable materials outdoors or in a
well-ventilated area with a flow of fresh air. Follow
, page 10, when using this type of material.
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