Graco Inc 308639L important safety instructions Hazardous Fluids

WARNING

HAZARDOUS FLUIDS

Improper handling of hazardous fluids or inhaling toxic vapors can cause extremely serious injury or death from to splashing in the eyes, ingestion, or bodily contamination. Observe all the following precautions when handling known or potentially hazardous fluids.

DKnow what fluid you are pumping and its specific hazards. Take precautions to avoid a toxic fluid spill.

DAlways wear appropriate clothing and equipment, such as eye protection and breathing appara- tus, to protect yourself.

DStore hazardous fluid in an appropriate, approved container. Dispose of it according to all Local, State and Federal guidelines for hazardous fluids.

DSecure the fluid outlet hose tightly into the receiving container to prevent it from coming loose and improperly draining the fluid.

DPipe and dispose of the exhaust air safely, away from people, animals, and food handling areas. If the diaphragm fails, the fluid is exhausted along with the air. See Air Exhaust Ventilation on page 7.

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

Static electricity is created by the flow of fluid through the pump and hose. If the equipment is not properly grounded, sparking may occur. Sparks can ignite fumes from solvents and the fluid being pumped, dust particles, and other flammable substances, whether you are pumping indoors or outdoors, and can cause a fire or explosion and serious injury and property damage.

DTo reduce the risk of static sparking, ground the pump and all other equipment used or located in the work area. Check your local electrical code for detailed grounding instructions for your area and type of equipment. Refer to Grounding on page 4.

DIf you experience any static sparking or even a slight shock while using this equipment, stop pumping immediately. Check the entire system for proper grounding. Do not use the system again until the problem has been identified and corrected.

DPipe and dispose of the exhaust air safely, away from all sources of ignition. If the diaphragm fails, the fluid is exhausted along with the air. See Air Exhaust Ventilation on page 7.

DDo not smoke in the work area. Do not operate the equipment near a source of ignition or an open flame, such as a pilot light.

HALOGENATED HYDROCARBON HAZARD

Never use 1,1,1–trichloroethane, methylene chloride, other halogenated hydrocarbon solvents or fluids containing such solvents in aluminum pumps. 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.

Consult your fluid suppliers to ensure that the fluids used are compatible with aluminum parts.

United States Government safety standards have been adopted under the Occupational Safety and Health Act. You should consult these standards—particularly the General Standards, Part 1910, and the Construction Standards, Part 1926.

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