Graco EDGE 257827 Important Safety Instructions Manual

HVLP EDGE ™ Gun
Models: 257827
Maximum Fluid Working Pressure: 50 psi (0.35 MPa, 3.5 bar)
Maximum Air Working Pressure: 10 psi (0.07 MPa, 0.7 bar)
Registered Design No. 001147813-0001
Important Safety Instructions
Refer to your sprayer instruction manual for
Pressure Relief and spray instructions. Keep these
instructions.
For the application of architectural paints and coatings -
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The HVLP Edge gun is not intended to be used on an external compressor
The following Warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance and repair of this equipment. The exclamation
point symbol alerts you to a general warning and hazard symbols refer to procedure-specific risks. Refer back to these
Warnings. Additional, product-specific warnings may be found throughout the body of this manual where applicable.
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:
•Use equipment only in well ventilated area.
•Eliminate all ignition sources; such as pilot lights,
cigarettes, portable electric lamps, and plastic
drop cloths (potential static arc).
• Keep work area free of debris, including solvent, rags
and gasoline.
• Do not plug or unplug power cords, or turn power or
light switches on or off when flammable fumes are
present.
• Ground all equipment in the work area. See Ground-
ing instructions.
• Hold gun firmly to side of grounded pail when trigger-
ing into pail.
• If there is static sparking or you feel a shock, stop
operation immediately. Do not use equipment until
you identify and correct the problem.
• Keep a working fire extinguisher in the work area.
• When flammable liquid is sprayed or used for flushing
or cleaning, keep sprayer at least 20 feet (6 meters)
away from explosive vapors.
• Do not clean with materials having flash points lower
than 70° F (21° C). Use water-based materials or
mineral spirits-type material only. For complete infor-
mation about your fluid, request the MSDS from the
fluid distributor or retailer.
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Misuse can cause death or serious injury.
• Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Do not exceed the maximum working pressure or
temperature rating of the lowest rated system compo-
nent. 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 manufac-
turer's warnings. For complete information about your
material, request MSDS forms from distributor or
retailer.
• Check equipment daily. Repair or replace worn or
damaged parts immediately with genuine manufac-
turer's replacement parts only.
• Do not alter or modify equipment.
• Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Call
your distributor for information.
• Route hoses and cables away from traffic areas,
sharp edges, moving parts, and hot surfaces.
• Do not kink or over bend hoses or use hoses to pull
equipment.
• Keep children and animals away from work area.
• Comply with all applicable safety regulations.
PRESSURIZED ALUMINUM PARTS HAZARD
Do not use 1,1,1-trichloroethane, methylene chlo-
ride, other halogenated hydrocarbon solvents or
fluids containing such solvents in pressurized aluminum
equipment. Such use can cause serious chemical reac-
tion and equipment rupture, and result in death, serious
injury, and property damage.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
You must wear appropriate protective equipment
when operating, servicing, or in the operating
area of the equipment to help protect you from serious
injury, including eye injury, inhalation of toxic fumes,
burns, and hearing loss. This equipment includes but is
not limited to:
• Protective eyewear and Hearing protection
• Gloves, clothing and respirator as recommended by
the fluid and solvent manufacturer
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