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The following hazards may occur during the normal use of this equipment. Please read the following
chart.
HAZARD
CAUSE
SAFEGUARDS
FIRE
Solvents and coatings can be
highly combustible, especially
when sprayed.
1. Adequate exhaust must be provided
to keep the air free of
accumulations of flammable
vapours
2. Smoking must never be allowed in
the spray area.
3. Fire extinguishing equipment must
be present in the spray area.
FIRE - PRESSURE CUP
Vapours from flammable liquids
can catch fire or explode
1. Keep Cup at least 3 metres away
from sources of ignition, including
hot surfaces, mechanical sparks
and arcing (non-explosion proof)
electrical equipment.
2. Electrostatic charges may
accumulate and may ignite
flammable vapours by brush
discharges. Ensure the Cup is
earthed with conductive air or fluid
hoses or earthing clamp.
INHALING TOXIC
SUBSTANCES
Certain materials may be
harmful if inhaled, or there is
contact with the skin.
1. Follow the requirements of the
Material Safety Data Sheet supplier
by the coating manufacturer.
2. Adequate exhaust must be provided
to keep the air free of
accumulations of toxic materials.
3. Use a mask or respirator wherever
there is a risk of inhaling sprayed
materials. The mask must be
suitable for the material being
sprayed.
EXPLOSION, PRESSURE
TANK—RUPTURE
Making any changes or
modification to the pressure Cup
may weaken it.
1. Never drill into, weld or modify the
Cup in any way.
2. Do not adjust, remove or tamper
with the safety valve.
3. Only replace the safety valve with
the correct spare part as listed.
4. Do not fit any other safety valve of a
higher pressure rating than the
maximum working pressure of the
Cup.
GENERAL SAFETY
Improper operation or
maintenance may create a
hazard.
Operators should be given adequate
training in the safe use and
maintenance of this equipment. Refer
to Pressure Systems Safety
Regulations 2000 Approved Code of
Practice or other national codes.
WARNING
