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Spray Guns for Airless Paint Sprayers
Description
Airless paint sprayers are capable of
spraying a wide variety of latex, oil-
based, and alkyd paints, as well as
stains, preservatives and other non-
abrasive finishes. Sprayers are also pow-
erful and versatile enough to be used
with a variety of options (roller attach-
ment, extra lengths of hose, etc.) to be
an even more efficient tool.
Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that is
very important to know and understand.
This information is provided for SAFETY
and to PREVENTEQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
To help recognize this information,
observe the following symbols.
Danger indicates
an imminently haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided,
WILL result in death or serious injury.
Warning indicates
a potentially haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided,
COULD result in death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a
potentially haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided,
MAY result in minor or moderate injury.
Notice indicates
important informa-
tion, that if not followed, may cause
damage to equipment.
Unpacking
After unpacking the unit, inspect care-
fully for any damage that may have
occurred during transit. Make sure to
tighten fittings, bolts, etc., before
putting unit into service.
Do not operate
unit if damaged
during shipping, handling or use.
Damage may result in bursting and
cause injury or property damage.
General Safety Information
1. Read all manuals includ-
ed with this product
carefully. Be thoroughly
familiar with the con-
trols and the proper use
of the equipment.
2. Keep visitors away and NEVER allow
children or pets in the work area.
!NOTICE
3. Do not smoke or eat when spraying
paint, insecticides, or other flamma-
ble substances.
4. Always work in a clean environment.
To avoid injury and damage to the
workpiece, do not aim the spray gun
at any dust or debris.
5. When spraying and cleaning, always
follow the instructions and safety
precautions provided by the material
manufacturer (Refer to MSDS).
SKIN INJECTION HAZARD:
●High pressure spray can inject toxins
into blood stream. If injection
occurs, seek emergency medical
treatment.
Use a face mask/respirator
and protective clothing
when spraying. Always
spray in a well ventilated area to pre-
vent health and fire hazards. Refer to
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) of
spray material for details.
●Never try to stop leaks with any part
of your body.
●Never spray without tip guard.
●Ensure trigger lock is functioning
properly. See maintenance section
for inspection procedures.
●Always engage trigger lock when
not spraying.
●Do not remove spray tip while
cleaning pump.
●Never leave equipment pressurized
while unattended.
●Do not clean spray tip while it is
attached to the spray gun. Remove
spray tip from gun to clean tip
guard.
●Ensure tightness of high pressure
connections.
●Do not use pliers to tighten or
loosen high pressure connections.
Never aim or
spray at yourself or
anyone else or serious injury could
occur.
Do not spray flammable
materials in vicinity of
open flame or near igni-
tion sources. Motors, electrical equip-
ment and controls can cause electrical
arcs that will ignite a flammable gas or
vapor. Never store flammable liquids
or gases in the vicinity of the unit.
Do not spray acids,
corrosive materi-
als, toxic chemicals, fertilizers or pesti-
cides. Using these materials could
result in death or serious injury.
●Do not use fuels to clean this equip-
ment.
●Keep spraying area well ventilated.
Keep doors and windows open.
●Remove all ignition sources. (i.e.
Static electricity, pilot lights, ciga-
rettes and electrical arcing).
●Airless spraying can cause static
electricity. Always ground the pump
and spraying surface. Always use a
3-wire grounded extension cord and
power receptacle.
●Do not use solvents containing halo-
genated hydrocarbons.
Keep hose away
from sharp objects.
Bursting hoses may cause injury.
Examine hoses regularly and replace if
damaged.
●Check hoses for weak or worn con-
dition before each use, making cer-
tain that all connections are secure.
Preparation
Airless painting systems, unlike most
other power tools, require additional
care to ensure proper working order.
CONSULT YOUR AIRLESS PAINT
SPRAYER OWNER'S MANUAL FOR
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
MANUAL
FAILURE TO FOLLOWTHESE INSTRUCTIONSCAN RESULT IN SERIOUSINJURY INCLUDINGDEATH.