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Warnings
Warnings
The following warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. The exclama-
tion point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbol refers to procedure-specific risk. 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:
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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.
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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 working fire extinguisher in the work area.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR SAFE USE
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To prevent the risk of electrostatic sparking, the equipment's non-metallic parts must be cleaned with
only a damp cloth.
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Refer to the Viscon HP Heater manual for special conditions for safe use.
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Improper grounding, setup, or usage of the system can cause electric shock.
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Turn off and disconnect power at main switch before disconnecting any cables and before servicing
equipment.
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Connect only to grounded power source.
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All electrical wiring must be done by a qualified electrician and comply with all local codes and
regulations.
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.
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Do not point gun at anyone or at any part of the body.
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Do not put your hand over the spray tip.
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Do not stop or deflect leaks with your hand, body, glove, or rag.
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Do not spray without tip guard and trigger guard installed.
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Engage trigger lock when not spraying.
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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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