Fire And Explosion Hazard; Electric Shock Hazard - Graco 246737 Operating Instructions Manual

The following are general warnings related to the setup, use, grounding, maintenance and repair of this equipment.
Additional, more specific warnings may be found throughout the body of this manual where applicable. Symbols
appearing in the body of the manual refer to these general warnings. When these symbols appear throughout the
manual, refer back to these pages for a description of the specific hazard.

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:
D Use equipment only in well ventilated area.
D Eliminate all ignition sources; such as pilot lights, cigarettes, portable electric lamps, and plastic
drop clothes (potential static arc).
D Sprayer generates sparks. When flammable liquid is used in or near sprayer or for flushing or
cleaning, keep sprayer at least 20 ft (6 m) away from explosive vapors.
D Keep work area free of debris, including solvent, rags and gasoline.
D Do not plug or unplug power cords or turn lights on or off when flammable fumes are present.
D Ground equipment and conductive objects in work area. Read Grounding instructions.
D If there is static sparking or you feel a shock, stop operating immediately. Do not use equipment
until you identify and correct the problem.
D Keep a fire extinguisher in the work area.

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

Improper grounding, setup, or usage of the system can cause electric shock.
D Turn off and disconnect power cord before servicing equipment.
D Use only grounded electrical outlets
D Use only 3–wire extension cords.
D Ensure ground prongs are intact on sprayer and extension cords.
D Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
PRESSURIZED ALUMINUM PARTS HAZARD
Do not use 1,1,1-trichloroethane, methylene chloride, other halogenated hydrocarbon solvents or
fluids containing such solvents in this equipment. Such use could result in a serious chemical reaction,
with the possibility of explosion, which could cause death, serious injury and/or substantial property
damage.
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