Clarke SP18C Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual page 5

PARTS DIAGRAM
IMPORTANT:
T he use of parts other than CLARKE replacement parts may result in safety hazards,
decreased tool performance and may invalidate your warranty.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
Compressed air can be
dangerous. Ensure that you are
thoroughly familiar with all
precautions relating to the use of
compressors and compressed air
supply.
For your personal safety and that of others around you. Follow
these safety instructions carefully.
products used in this spray gun may be covered by COSHH Regulations.
NOTE :
•
check the manufacturer’s data sheets on the products being sprayed for
ALWAYS
any particular hazards, and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Take particular
care if spraying isocyanate paints.
•
wear a suitable approved breathing mask when spraying, to protect against
ALWAYS
inhalation of paint spray or fumes. An air feed mask may be required when spraying
some types of paint. If in doubt, check with the paint manufacturer.
•
ALWAYS make sure there is adequate ventilation. Do not spray in confined or enclosed
areas.
•
disconnect the spray gun from the air supply when it is not in use, and before
ALWAYS
any disassembly.
•
keep the spray nozzle in place when spraying.
ALWAYS
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ALWAYS thoroughly clean the spray gun after use. See ‘Maintenance’
•
NEVER spray paint towards people or animals. In the case of injury, seek expert
medical advice immediately.
•
smoke while spraying or preparing paints, or spray near a naked flame or
NEVER
heat source. Many paints are flammable.
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allow children to use or play with this appliance.
NEVER
•
spray products containing halogenated hydrocarbons (such as
NEVER
trichloroethane or methylene chloride) with this gun as they can react chemically
with aluminium or zinc to produce an explosion hazard.
•
exceed the maximum input air pressure of 70 psi (4.8 bar).
NEVER
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