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The following warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. The exclama-
tion point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbol refers to procedure-specific risk. Refer back
to these warnings. Additional, product-specific warnings may be found throughout the body of this manual where
applicable.
Warning
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Equipment misuse can cause the equipment to rupture or malfunction and result in serious injury.
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This equipment is for professional use only.
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Read all instruction manuals, tags, and labels before operating the equipment.
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Use the equipment only for its intended purpose. If you are not sure, call your Graco distributor.
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Do not alter or modify this equipment. Use only genuine Graco parts and accessories.
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Check equipment daily. Repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
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Do not exceed the maximum working pressure of the lowest rated system component. Refer to the
on page 25 for the maximum working pressure of this equipment.
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Use fluids and solvents which are compatible with the equipment wetted parts. Refer to the
Techni-
cal Data
section of all equipment manuals. Read the fluid and solvent manufacturer's warnings.
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Do not use hoses to pull equipment.
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Route hoses away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts, and hot surfaces. Do not expose
Graco hoses to temperatures above 82
°
C (180
°
F) or below -40
°
C (-40
°
F).
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Wear hearing protection when operating this equipment.
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Comply with all applicable local, state, and national fire, electrical, and safety regulations.
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
Spray from the gun, hose leaks, or ruptured components can splash fluid in the eyes or on the skin and
cause serious injury.
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Do not point the gun at anyone or at any parts of the body.
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Do not stop or deflect leaks with your hand, body, glove, or rag.
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Follow the
on page 10 whenever you are instructed to relieve pressure;
stop spraying; clean, check, or repair the equipment; and install or clean the spray nozzle.
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Tighten all fluid connections before operating the equipment.
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Check the hoses, tubes, and couplings daily. Replace worn, damaged, or loose parts immediately.
Permanently coupled hoses cannot be repaired; replace the entire hose.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Improper grounding, poor ventilation, open flames or sparks can cause a hazardous condition and result
in a fire or explosion and serious injury.
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Ground the equipment and the object being sprayed. Refer to
on page 9.
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If there is any static sparking or you feel an electric shock while using this equipment,
stop the
equipment immediately.
Do not use the equipment until you identify and correct the problem.
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Provide fresh air ventilation to avoid the buildup of flammable fumes from solvents or the fluid being
sprayed.
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Keep the work area free of debris, including solvent, rags, and gasoline.
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Eliminate all ignition sources such as pilot lights, cigarettes, and static arcs from plastic drop cloths.
Do not plug in or unplug power cords or turn lights on or off in the spray area.
