Warnings
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Warnings
The following warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance, and repair of this
equipment. The exclamation point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbols
refer to procedure-specific risks. When these symbols appear in the body of this manual or on
warning labels, refer back to these Warnings. Product-specific hazard symbols and warnings not
covered in this section may appear throughout the body of this manual where applicable.
SKIN INJECTION HAZARD
High-pressure spray is able to inject toxins into the body and cause serious bodily injury.
In the event that injection occurs,
get immediate surgical treatment.
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Do not aim the gun at, or spray any person or animal.
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Keep hands and other body parts away from the discharge. For example, do not try
to stop leaks with any part of the body.
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Always use the spray tip guard. Do not spray without spray tip guard in place.
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Use Graco spray tips.
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Use caution when cleaning and changing spray tips. In the case where the spray tip
clogs while spraying, follow the
Pressure Relief Procedure
for turning off the unit
and relieving the pressure before removing the spray tip to clean.
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Equipment maintains pressure after power is shut off.
Do not leave the equipment
energized or under pressure while unattended.
Follow the
Pressure Relief
Procedure
when the equipment is unattended or not in use, and before servicing,
cleaning, or removing parts.
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Check hoses and parts for signs of damage. Replace any damaged hoses or parts.
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This system is capable of producing 4000 psi. Use Graco replacement parts or
accessories that are rated a minimum of 4000 psi.
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Always engage the trigger lock when not spraying. Verify the trigger lock is
functioning properly.
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Verify that all connections are secure before operating the unit.
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Know how to stop the unit and bleed pressure quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the
controls.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Flammable fumes, such as solvent and paint fumes, in
work area
can ignite or explode.
Paint or solvent flowing through the equipment can cause static sparking. To help prevent
fire and explosion:
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Use equipment only in well ventilated area.
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Eliminate all ignition sources; such as pilot lights, cigarettes, portable electric lamps,
and plastic drop cloths (potential static sparking).
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Ground all equipment in the work area. See
Grounding
instructions.
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Never spray or flush solvent at high pressure.
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Keep work area free of debris, including solvent, rags and gasoline.
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Do not plug or unplug power cords, or turn power or light switches on or off when
flammable fumes are present.
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Use only grounded hoses.
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Hold gun firmly to side of grounded pail when triggering into pail. Do not use pail liners
unless they are anti-static or conductive.
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Stop operation immediately
if static sparking occurs or you feel a shock
.
Do not use
equipment until you identify and correct the problem.
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Keep a working fire extinguisher in the work area.
