Hog Technologies PAINT HOG, Operation Manual

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Section 1 - Safety Information
Product changes
Hog Technologies is committed to the continuous
improvement of our products. As a result, some
of the equipment described in this manual or
pictured in the catalog may change or no longer
be available.
All information, illustrations, and specifications
contained in this manual are based on the lat-
est product information available at the time of
publication. Hog Technologies reserves the right
to make changes at any time, without notice, in
colors, materials, equipment, specifications, and
models.
If you have questions about the equipment on
your Paint Hog, please contact the Customer sup-
port Department at (877) HOG ROAD or (001)
772-223-7393.
Never Alter a Hog Technologies Product
Do not alter any product without written consent
from the manufacturer. Any alterations could have
serious consequences including bodily harm or
death. Alterations without manufacturer consent
will void the warranty.
Inspect Equipment
Inspect the condition of all components prior to
use. Do not use any item that is in questionable
condition.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
YOUR EQUIPMENT USES INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES
AND FLAMMABLE FUEL. EVERY PRECAUTION HAS BEEN
TAKEN BY HOG TECHNOLOGIES TO REDUCE THE RISKS
ASSOCIATED WITH POSSIBLE INJURY AND DAMAGE FROM
FIRE OR EXPLOSION, BUT YOUR OWN PRECAUTION AND
GOOD MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ARE NECESSARY TO
ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF YOUR EQUIPMENT.
Store Components Properly
Protect all components from damage when not in
use. Secure for travel.
1.2 Hot Fluids & Components Hazard
The optional paint heating system heat exchang-
ers, tanks, pumps, and other components are
heated by circulating hot antifreeze. The antifreeze
is heated by a diesel fuel fired heater to high
temperatures. Consequently, the heater, tanks,
valves, pipes hoses and other components of the
system are very hot during operation.
Always use extreme caution when working around
heated components. Contacting hot components
or antifreeze leaking from a damaged hose, pipe
or fitting can cause severe burns.
The following precautions apply whenever
a vehicle equipped with an optional paint
heating system is operating:
• Make sure all team members are properly
trained and aware of hot components and the
associated burn hazard.
• Always wear heavy gloves while working near
hot components and never touch any hot com-
ponent with bare hands.
• Make sure hoses are protected from contact
with sharp objects or chaffing. Repair leaks in
hot fluid hoses and fittings immediately. Never
operate heating equipment with leaking hoses
or fittings.
• Only use the specified antifreeze in the paint
heating system. The use of any other fluid can
damage equipment.
• Always allow room for expansion in antifreeze
expansion tank. Never over fill the tank.
• Inspect heater fuel supply lines frequently.
Never operate the system if fuel lines or fit -
tings are leaking.
• Ensure all fuel soaked rags are stored in an
appropriate fireproof container.
• Maintain at least 1 fully charged fire extin -
guisher on the vehicle at all times. If an ex-
tinguisher is used, have it serviced.