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Introduction and Safety Information
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Introduction and Safety Information
Scope of This Guide
This users guide describes user maintenance procedures for your Arizona 30 Sign Printer. These
maintenance procedures are integral to the functioning of the printer. Before using or
performing maintenance on your Arizona 30 Sign Printer, you must thoroughly read and
understand the accompanying
Arizona 30 Sign Printer User Guide
(47917) and
Arizona 30 Sign
Printer Maintenance Procedures Quick Reference Card
(47813).
Important Safety Information For All Personnel
Ink Safety
The Arizona 30 uses solvent-based inks and the liquid and the fumes are both combustible. The
inks may:
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cause eye irritation
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cause skin irritation upon prolonged or repeated contact
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be absorbed through the skin
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cause respiratory system irritation
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cause nervous system impairment
Read and practice safety guidelines as outlines in the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for
each ink. Post the MSDS in the work area.
Personal Safety
Any person handling inks should wear butyl rubber gloves, a protective apron, an NIOSH-
approved respirator (half-mask organic vapor respirator) and safety glasses with side shields.
Dealing With Ink Spills on Surfaces
Observe precautions as noted above. Ventilate the area. Contain the spill and cover with
absorbent material. Collect spilled material and clean up residue with water. Place all waste in a
closed container; never release to sewer or waterways. Incinerate in an appropriate hazardous
waste facility.
Dealing With Ink Spills on Persons
Eye contact: immediately flush eyes with large volume of clean water. Get immediate medical
attention.
Skin contact: flush skin with large volume of clean water. If irritation persists, seek medical
attention.
