WARNINGS AND START UP PROCEEDURE
WARNINGS
Below are general warnings related to the use and maintenance, safe grounding and repair of the TriTech airless
paint sprayers. Additional warnings are found throughout this manual where applicable. Symbols appearing in the
manual refer to these
warnings. Refer back to these pages for the symbol’s description of the specific hazard.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Flammable fumes, such as solvent and paint fumes, in work area can ignite or explode. To help prevent
fire and explosion:
• Use equipment only in well ventilated area.
• Eliminate all ignition sources; such as pilot lights, cigarettes, portable electric lamps, and plastic drop cloths
which may present a potential static arc.
• Sprayer generates sparks. When flammable liquid is used in or near the sprayer or for flushing or cleaning,
keep sprayer at least 20 feet (6 m) away from explosive vapors.
• Keep work area free of debris, including solvent, rags and gasoline.
• Do not plug or unplug power cords or turn lights on or off when flammable fumes are present.
• Ground equipment and conductive objects in work area. Refer to the Grounding instructions.
• If there is static sparking or you feel a shock, stop use immediately. Do not use equipment until you identify
and correct the problem.
• Keep a fire extinguisher in the work area.
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Improper grounding, setup, or usage of the system can cause electric shock.
• Turn off unit and unplug power cord before servicing equipment.
• Use
only 3-wire extension cords and plug into only grounded electrical outlets.
• Ensure ground prongs are intact on sprayer’s power cord and extension cords.
•
CAUTION
:
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not expose to rain. Store indoors
.
SKIN INJECTION HAZARD
High-pressure fluid from tip, gun, hose leaks, or ruptured components will pierce skin. This may look like just a cut,
but it is a serious injury that can result in amputation. Get immediate surgical treatment.
• Do not point gu
n at anyone or at any part of the body.
• Do not put your hand over the spray tip. Use only spray tip specified by TriTech.
• Do not stop or deflect leaks with your hand or body, glove, or rag.
• Engage trigger lock when not spraying.
•
Follow Pressure Relief Procedure in this manual, when you stop spraying and before cleaning, checking or
servicing equipment.
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Misuse can cause death or serious injury.
• Do not exceed the maximum wo
rking pressure or temperature rating of the lowest rated system component. Read
Technical Data in all equipment manuals. Use only spray tip specified by TriTech.
• Use fluids and solvents that are compatible with equipment wetted parts. Read Technical Da
ta in all equipment
manuals. Read fluid and solvent manufacturer’s warnings. For complete information about your material, request
MSDS from your coatings supplier TriLube MSDS are supplied with this unit.
• Check equipment daily. Repair or replace worn o
r damaged parts immediately with genuine TriTech replacement
parts only. Use only spray tip specified by TriTech.
• Do not alter or modify equipment.
• Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Call TriTech customer service or your TriTech distributor
for
information.
• Route hoses and cables away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts, and hot surfaces
. If the spray hose is
required to be replaced, replace with identical hose supplied with the sprayer.
• Do not kink or over bend hoses. Do not
use the hose as a strength member to pull or lift the equipment.
• Comply with all applicable safety regulations.
• Keep children and animals away from work area.
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