Safety Warnings; Noise Levels - DeVilbiss Compact Trans-Tech Operation Manual

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Important: read and follow all instruc-
tions and SafEty prEcautIonS before
using this equipment.
DEScrIptIon
The Compact Gravity feed Spraygun Kit
complies to ATEX regulations 94/9/EC,
protection level; II 2 G X, Suitable for use
in Zones 1 and 2.
Important: These Sprayguns are suit-
able for use with both waterbased and
solvent based coating materials. The
design uses Devilbiss Trans-Tech
izing technology to reduce overspray and
improve coating efficiency. If there is any
doubt regarding the suitability of a
specific material contact your local
Distributor or DeVilbiss direct.
Ec DEclaratIon of conformIty
We: DeVilbiss uK, ringwood
Bournemouth, Dorset, BH11 9lH, uK, as
the manufacturer of the Spraygun model
compact, declare, under our sole respon-
sibility, that the equipment to which this
document relates is in conformity with
the following standards or other norma-
tive documents:
BS En 292-1 partS 1 & 2: 1991, BS En
1953: 1999; and thereby conform to the
protection requirements
Directive 98/37/Ec relating to Machinery
Safety Directive, and; En 13463-1:2001,
council Directive 94/9/Ec relating to
Equipment and Protective Systems
intended for use in Potentially Explosive
Atmospheres protection level II 2 G X.
B. Holt, General Manager
30th June 2003
DeVilbiss reserves the right to modify
equipment specification without prior
notice.
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WARNING: This product
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contains chemicals
known to the State of
California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
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SafEty WarnInGS

fIrE anD EXploSIon
Solvents and coating materials can be highly flammable or combus-
tible when sprayed. alWayS refer to the coating material suppliers
instructions and coSHH sheets before using this equipment.
Users must comply with all local and national codes of practice and
insurance company requirements governing ventilation, fire precau-
tions, operation and house-keeping of working areas.
this equipment, as supplied, is not suitable for use with Halogenated
Hydrocarbons.
Static Electricity can be generated by fluid and/or air passing through
hoses, by the spraying process and by cleaning non- conductive parts
with cloths. To prevent ignition sources from static discharges, earth
continuity must be maintained to the spraygun and other metallic
equipment used.
pErSonal protEctIVE EquIpmEnt
toxic vapors – When sprayed, certain materials may be poisonous,
create irritation or be otherwise harmful to health. Always read all
labels and safety data sheets for the material before spraying and
follow any recommendations. If In Doubt, contact your material
Supplier.
The use of respiratory protective equipment is recommended at all
times. The type of equipment must be compatible with the material
being sprayed.
Always wear eye protection when spraying or cleaning the spraygun
Gloves must be worn when spraying or cleaning the equipment.
training – Personnel should be given adequate training in the safe use
of spraying equipment.
mISuSE
Never aim a spraygun at any part of the body.
Never exceed the max. recommended safe working pressure for the
equipment.
The fitting of non-recommended or non-original spares may create
hazards.
Before cleaning or maintenance, all pressure must be isolated and
relieved from the equipment.
The product should be cleaned using a gun washing machine.
However, this equipment should not be left inside gun washing
machines for prolonged periods of time.

noISE lEVElS

The A-weighted sound level of sprayguns may exceed 85 dB (A)
depending on the set-up being used. Details of actual noise levels are
available on request. It is recommended that ear protection is worn at
all times when spraying.
opEratInG
Spray Equipment using high pressures may be subject to recoil forces.
Under certain circumstances, such forces could result in repetitive
strain injury to the operator.