Compact TRANS-TECH, Operation Manual

Page 2

SB-2-540

IMPORTANT: Read and follow all instruc-
tions and SAFETY PRECAUTIONS before
using this equipment.

DESCRIPTION

The Compact Gravity feed Spraygun Kit
complies to ATEX regulations 94/9/EC,
protection level; 

II 2 G X, Suitable for use

in Zones 1 and 2

.

IMPORTANT: 

These Sprayguns are suit-

able for use with both waterbased and
solvent based coating materials. The
design uses Devilbiss Trans-Tech

®

atom-

izing technology to reduce overspray and
improve coating efficiency. If there is any
doubt regarding the suitability of a
specific material contact your local
Distributor or ITWIF direct.

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We: 

ITW Finishing UK, Ringwood Rd,

Bournemouth, Dorset, BH11 9LH, UK

, as

the manufacturer of the 

Spraygun model

Compact

, declare, under our sole respon-

sibility, that the equipment to which this
document relates is in conformity with
the following standards or other norma-
tive documents:

BS EN 292-1 PARTS 1 & 2: 1991, BS EN
1953: 1999;

and thereby conform to the

protection requirements of Council
Directive 

98/37/EC

relating to 

Machinery

Safety Directive

, and; 

EN 13463-1:2001

,

council Directive 

94/9/EC

relating to

Equipment and Protective Systems
intended for use in Potentially Explosive
Atmospheres

protection level 

II 2 G X

.

B. Holt

, General Manager

30th June 2003

ITWIF reserve the right to modify equip-
ment specification without prior notice.

SAFETY WARNINGS

FIRE AND EXPLOSION

Solvents and coating materials can be highly flammable or
combustible when sprayed. 

ALWAYS refer to the coating material

suppliers instructions and COSHH sheets before using this equipment.

Users must comply with all local and national codes of practice and
insurance company requirements governing ventilation, fire precau-
tions, operation and house-keeping of working areas.

This equipment, as supplied, is NOT suitable for use with Halogenated
Hydrocarbons.

Static Electricity can be generated by fluid and/or air passing through
hoses, by the spraying process and by cleaning non- conductive parts
with cloths. To prevent ignition sources from static discharges, earth
continuity must be maintained to the spraygun and other metallic
equipment used. It is essential to use conductive air and/or fluid hoses.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Toxic vapors – 

When sprayed, certain materials may be poisonous,

create irritation or be otherwise harmful to health. Always read all
labels and safety data sheets for the material before spraying and
follow any recommendations.

If In Doubt, Contact Your Material

Supplier.

The use of respiratory protective equipment is recommended at all
times. The type of equipment must be compatible with the material
being sprayed.

Always wear eye protection when spraying or cleaning the spraygun

Gloves must be worn when spraying or cleaning the equipment.

Training – 

Personnel should be given adequate training in the safe use

of spraying equipment.

MISUSE

Never aim a spraygun at any part of the body.

Never exceed the max. recommended safe working pressure for the
equipment.

The fitting of non-recommended or non-original spares may create
hazards.

Before cleaning or maintenance, all pressure must be isolated and
relieved from the equipment.

The product should be cleaned using a gun washing machine.
However, this equipment should not be left inside gun washing
machines for prolonged periods of time.

NOISE LEVELS

The A-weighted sound level of sprayguns may exceed 85 dB (A)
depending on the set-up being used. Details of actual noise levels are
available on request. It is recommended that ear protection is worn at
all times when spraying.

OPERATING

Spray Equipment using high pressures may be subject to recoil forces.
Under certain circumstances, such forces could result in repetitive
strain injury to the operator.