WARNINGS
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309973B
WARNINGS
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Flammable fumes, such as solvent, in work area can ignite or explode. To help prevent fire and explosion:
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Keep work area free of debris, including solvent, rags and gasoline.
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Ground equipment in the work area. See
Grounding
instructions, Manual 309977.
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If there is static sparking or you feel a shock,
stop spraying immediately
. Do not use equipment until you
identify and correct the problem.
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Misuse can cause death or serious injury.
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Do not exceed the maximum working pressure or temperature rating of the lowest rated system component.
See
Technical Data
in all equipment manuals.
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Use water-based materials. Use fluids and solvents that are compatible with equipment wetted parts. See
Technical Data
in all
equipment manuals. Read fluid and solvent manufacturer’s warnings.
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Check equipment daily. Repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
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Do not alter or modify equipment.
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Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Call your Graco distributor for information.
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Route hoses and cables away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts, and hot surfaces.
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Do not use hoses to pull equipment.
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Keep children and animals away from work area.
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Comply with all applicable safety regulations.
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
Fluid from the gun/dispense valve, leaks, or ruptured components can splash in the eyes or on skin and cause
serious injury.
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Follow
Pressure Relief Procedure
in this manual, when you stop spraying and before cleaning, checking, or
servicing equipment.
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Tighten all fluid connections before operating the equipment.
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Check hoses, tubes, and couplings daily. Replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
You must wear appropriate protective equipment when operating, servicing, or when in the operating area of the
equipment to help protect you from serious injury, including eye injury, inhalation of toxic fumes, burns, and hearing
loss. This equipment includes but is not limited to:
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Protective eyewear
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Clothing and respirator as recommended by the fluid and solvent manufacturer
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Gloves
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Hearing protection
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Improper grounding, setup, or usage of the system can cause electric shock.
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Turn off and disconnect power cord before servicing equipment.
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Use only grounded electrical outlets.
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Use only 3-wire extension cords.
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Ensure ground prongs are intact on sprayer and extension cords.
MOVING PARTS HAZARD
Moving parts can pinch or amputate fingers and other body parts.
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Keep clear of moving parts.
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Do not operate equipment with protective guards or covers removed.
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Pressurized equipment can start without warning. Before checking, moving, or servicing equipment, follow the
Pressure Relief Procedure
in this manual. Disconnect power or air supply.
