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Warning
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 symbol refers to procedure-specific risks. Refer back to these
warnings. Additional, product-specific warnings may be found throughout the body of this manual where applicable.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Flammable fumes, such as solvent and paint fumes, in work area can ignite or explode. To help
prevent fire and explosion:
• Use equipment only in well ventilated area.
• Eliminate all ignition sources; such as pilot lights, cigarettes, portable electric lamps, and
plastic drop cloths (potential static arc).
• Sprayer generates sparks. When flammable liquid is used in or near the sprayer or for flushing
or cleaning, keep sprayer at least 20 feet (6 m) away from explosive vapors.
• Keep work area free of debris, including solvent, rags and gasoline.
• Do not plug or unplug power cords or turn lights on or off when flammable fumes are present.
•
Ground equipment and conductive objects in work area. Read Grounding instructions
.
• If there is static sparking or you feel a shock,
stop operation immediately.
Do not use
equipment until you identify and correct the problem.
• Keep a working fire extinguisher in the work area.
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Improper grounding, setup, or usage of the system can cause electric shock.
• Turn off and disconnect power cord before servicing equipment.
•
Use only grounded electrical outlets.
• Use only 3-wire extension cords.
• Ensure ground prongs are intact on sprayer and extension cords.
• Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
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 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.
• Engage trigger lock when not spraying.
• Follow
Pressure Relief Procedure
in this manual, when you stop spraying and before
cleaning, checking, or servicing equipment.
