Unic International (UK)
Health & Safety Data Sheet
Information supplied in accordance with section 6 of the health and safety at work etc. Act 1974
PRODUCT NAME
UNIC POWERCLEAN SPRAY GUN CLEANING UNIT.
USES
Removal of paint from Spray guns, cups and hoses.
GENERAL
Before operating Powerclean Spray Gun Cleaning System, operators must be
PRECAUTIONS
familiar with the correct operating procedures as detailed in the manufacturer’s
Operating Manual.
Do not tamper with the safety lid switch, which prevents the unit operating in the
cleaning mode when the lid is open.
Close drain valve and close lid when the unit is not in use. All solvent should be
drained from the cleaning tank before closing the drain valve.
Inspect solvent storage compartment daily to ensure there is no leaks from the
solvent containers.
Replace solvent filter pad frequently (bimonthly replacement of the filter pad is
recommended)
Always disconnect the air source before performing maintenance tasks.
FIRE HAZARDS
Do not smoke or use other ignition sources near the cabinet.
E.g. no hot work, such as welding.
HEALTH HAZARDS
The cleaning solvent used will contain substances hazardous to health, typically
acetone, methanol, white spirit, xylene and toluene. Air monitoring carried out
with a recommended cleaning thinner has shown that concentrations do not
exceed exposure limits published by the Health and Safety Executive. Levels
were less than 50% of the mixed short-term exposure limit when the lid was
open for removal of the spray gun, cups and hoses and just 6% of the limit
during the cleaning cycle. Substances in the solvent however can be absorbed
through the skin, see personal protection equipment.
VENTILATION
A local exhaust ventilation system as supplied with the machines, should be
installed so that vapours are safely vented to atmosphere away from windows
and other air inlets. In accordance with the Control of Substances Hazardous to
Health regulations 1988 the system should be maintained and undergo a
thorough examination.
PERSONAL
Suitable gloves must be worn when replacing and removing spray guns from the
PROTECTION
cleaning machine. Most glove manufacturers recommend Nitrile gloves for the
EQUIPMENT
solvent xylene and toluene, which can be absorbed through the skin.
WASTE DISPOSAL
Waste solvent must be removed by a registered carrier to a disposal or recovery
facility licensed to receive waste solvent.
EMERGENCY
FIRE
ACTION
In case of fire, use a form of dry powder extinguishing agent. Cool solvent drums
exposed to fire with water spray.
FIRST AID
Eye contact with solvent- irrigate with clean water. Skin contact with solvent-
remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.
Excess inhalation of solvent vapours – Remove to fresh air, seek medical
attention
Accidental Ingestion – Do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention.
SPILLAGE OF SOLVENT
Contain and collect with non-combustible materials E.g. sand and earth. Do not
allow to enter drains. Exclude sources of ignition. Ventilate area.
SUPPLIER
Unic International (UK)
INFORMATION
Colwick Road, Nottingham NG2 4BG
Tel +44 (0) 115 947 4000
Fax +44 (0) 115 950 6666
