Warnings
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:
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Use equipment only in well ventilated area.
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Eliminate all ignition sources; such as pilot lights, cigarettes, portable electric lamps, and
plastic drop cloths (potential static arc).
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Keep work area free of debris, including solvent, rags and gasoline.
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Do not plug or unplug power cords, or turn power or light switches on or off when flammable
fumes are present.
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Ground all equipment in the work area. See Grounding instructions.
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Use only grounded hoses.
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Hold gun firmly to side of grounded pail when triggering into pail.
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If there is static sparking or you feel a shock, stop operation immediately. Do not use
equipment until you identify and correct the problem.
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Keep a fire extinguisher in the work area.
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Misuse can cause death or serious injury.
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Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
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Do not exceed the maximum working pressure or temperature rating of the lowest rated
system component. See Technical Data in all equipment manuals.
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Use fluids and solvents that are compatible with equipment wetted parts. See Technical
Data in all equipment manuals. Read fluid and solvent manufacturer's warnings. For com-
plete information about your material, request MSDS forms from distributor or retailer.
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Check equipment daily. Repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately with genuine
Graco/Gusmer replacement parts only.
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Do not alter or modify equipment.
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Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Call your Graco/Gusmer distributor for infor-
mation.
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Route hoses and cables away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts, and hot sur-
faces.
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Do not kink or over bend hoses or use hoses to pull equipment.
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Keep children and animals away from work area.
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Comply with all applicable safety regulations.
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
Fluid from the gun/dispense valve, leaks, or ruptured components can splash in the eyes or on
skin and cause serious injury.
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Follow Pressure Relief Procedure in this manual, when you stop spraying and before
cleaning, checking, or servicing equipment.
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Tighten all fluid connections before operating the equipment.
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Check hoses, tubes, and couplings daily. Replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
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