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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
GM 3600
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Always engage the trigger lock when not spraying. Verify
the trigger lock is functioning properly.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Injection into the skin is
a traumatic injury which can lead to possible
amputation. It is important to treat the injury
as soon as possible. DO NOT delay treatment
to research toxicity. Toxicity is a concern with
some coatings injected directly into the blood
stream. Consultation with a plastic surgeon or
reconstructive hand surgeon may be advisable.
WARNING: HAZARDOUS VAPORS
Paints, solvents, and other materials can be
harmful if inhaled or come in contact with body.
Vapors can cause severe nausea, fainting, or
poisoning.
PREVENTION:
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Wear respiratory protection when spraying. Read all
instructions supplied with the mask to be sure it will
provide the necessary protection.
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All local regulations regarding protection against
hazardous vapors must be observed.
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Wear protective eyewear.
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Protective clothing, gloves and possibly skin protection
cream are necessary for the protection of the skin. Observe
the regulations of the manufacturer concerning coating
materials, solvents and cleaning agents in preparation,
processing and cleaning units.
WARNING: EXPLOSION OR FIRE
Flammable vapors, such as solvent and paint
vapors, in work area can ignite or explode.
PREVENTION:
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Provide extensive exhaust and fresh air introduction to
keep the air within the spray area free from accumulation
of flammable vapors. Solvent and paint fumes can explode
or ignite.
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Do not spray in a confined area.
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Avoid all ignition sources such as static electric sparks, open
flames, pilot lights, electrical appliances, and hot objects.
Connecting or disconnecting power cords or working
light switches can make sparks. Paint or solvent flowing
through the equipment is able to result in static electricity.
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Do not smoke in spray area.
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Fire extinguisher must be present and in good working
order.
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Place pump at least 20 feet (6.1 meters) from the spray
object in a well ventilated area (add more hose if necessary).
Flammable vapors are often heavier than air. Floor area
must be extremely well ventilated. The pump contains
arcing parts that emit sparks and can ignite vapors.
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The equipment and objects in and around the spray area
must be properly grounded to prevent static sparks.
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Keep area clean and free of paint or solvent containers,
rags and other flammable materials.
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Use only conductive or grounded high pressure fluid hose.
Gun must be grounded through hose connections.
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For electric units — power cord must be connected to a
grounded circuit.
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Always flush unit into a separate metal container, at low
pump pressure, with spray tip removed. Hold gun firmly
against side of container to ground container and prevent
static sparks.
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Follow the material and solvent manufacturer’s warnings
and instructions. Know the contents of the paints and
solvents being sprayed. Read all Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
and container labels provided with the paints and solvents.
Follow the paint and solvent manufacturer’s safety
instructions.
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Use extreme caution when using materials with a flashpoint
below 100ºF (38ºC). Flashpoint is the temperature that a
fluid can produce enough vapors to ignite.
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Plastic can cause static sparks. Never hang plastic to
enclose a spray area. Do not use plastic drop cloths when
spraying flammable materials.
