WARNING
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Combustible dust in work area can ignite or explode. To help prevent fire and explosion:
• Fluids used must meet the following flammability requirements:
• FM, FMc Approved:
Material does not sustain burning in accordance with the Standard Test Method for Sustained
Burning of Liquid Mixtures, ASTM D4206.
• CE-EN 50059 Compliant:
Materials which cannot be ignited, in any mixture with air, by an energy source of less than
500mJ.
• Stop operation immediately if static sparking occurs or you feel a shock. Do not use equipment until
you identify and correct the problem.
• Check gun resistance, hose resistance, and electrical grounding daily.
• Use and clean equipment only in well ventilated area.
• Interlock the gun air supply to prevent operation unless ventilating fans are on.
• Only use non-flammable solvents when flushing or cleaning equipment.
• Always turn the electrostatics off when flushing, cleaning or servicing equipment.
• Eliminate all ignition sources; such as pilot lights, cigarettes, portable electric lamps, and plastic
drop cloths (potential static arc).
• Do not plug or unplug power cords or turn lights on or off when flammable fumes are present.
• Keep spray area free of debris, including solvent, rags and gasoline.
• Keep a working fire extinguisher in the work area.
SKIN INJECTION HAZARD
High-pressure fluid from 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 spray without tip guard and trigger guard installed.
• Engage trigger lock when not spraying.
• Do not point gun at anyone or at any part of the body.
• Do not put your hand over the spray tip.
• Do not stop or deflect leaks with your hand, body, glove, or rag.
• Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure when you stop spraying and before cleaning, checking, or
servicing equipment.
• Tighten all fluid connections before operating the equipment.
• Check hoses and couplings daily. Replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
PLASTIC PARTS CLEANING SOLVENT HAZARD
Many solvents can degrade plastic parts and cause them to fail, which could cause serious injury
or property damage.
• Use only compatible water-based solvents to clean plastic structural or pressure-containing parts.
• See Technical Data in this and all other equipment instruction manuals. Read fluid and solvent
manufacturer’s MSDSs and recommendations.
TOXIC FLUID OR FUMES
Toxic fluids or fumes can cause serious injury or death if splashed in the eyes or on skin, inhaled, or
swallowed.
• Read MSDSs to know the specific hazards of the fluids you are using.
• Store hazardous fluid in approved containers, and dispose of it according to applicable guidelines.
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