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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY, USE INDOORS ONLY.

The substances used with this spray applicator (paint, thinners etc) may contain hazardous, harmful, explosive or corrosive materials.

ALWAYS COMPLY WITH THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ISSUED WITH THIS PRODUCT AND THE MATERIAL BEING USED.

The spray applicator must only be used with paints and solvents that have a suitable flash point for spraying. If in doubt, consult the paint or solvent manufacturer's data

Always ensure there is adequate ventilation when spraying.

NEVER spray near an open flame, including an appliance pilot flame.

NEVER smoke when spraying.

Always disconnect the unit from the mains supply when re-filling the paint container.

Always disconnect the unit from the mains supply when cleaning the spray applicator.

Always ensure the spray area is safe and free from all debris that may present a fire or trip hazard.

NEVER, under any circumstances, point the spray gun at another person or animal. In the event of injury occurring, seek expert medical advice immediately.

NEVER allow children or unauthorised users to operate or play with the spray equipment. This equipment is for professional use only.

Always read the paint manufacturer's thinning instructions before use.

Always wear the correct protective face mask when spraying. We also recommend wearing gloves, goggles and overalls.

After every use ensure that you clean the spray gun thoroughly & grease the gland washer.

Use only genuine manufacturer replacement parts.

Only use the spray equipment as detailed in these instructions.

Do not use the air hose or mains cable to pull the turbine unit.

Check the hoses, hose connectors & mains cable daily. Any worn or damaged parts should be replaced immediately.

IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

EXTENSION CORDS

Your Earlex Spray Port is supplied with a power cord that is 6 feet long. If you need an extension cord, use only a 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 blade grounding plug, and a 3 slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the product. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. For lengths less than 25 feet, No 16AWG extension cords should be used. For lengths between 25 feet and 50 feet, No 12 AWG extension cords should be used.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This product must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This product is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

DANGER :- Improper installation of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. If repair or

replacement of the cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the grounding wire to either of the flat blade

terminals. The wire with insulation having an outer surface that is green with, or

 

 

 

 

 

without, yellow stripes is the grounding wire and this must be connected to the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

plug's grounding pin.

 

 

 

 

 

Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are

 

 

 

 

 

not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the product is properly

 

 

 

 

 

grounded. Do not modify the plug provided if it will not fit the outlet, have the

 

 

 

 

Fig.1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This product is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug

 

MAINS

 

 

 

 

SWITCH

 

 

 

that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig.1. Make sure that the product is

 

SHOWN IN

 

 

 

connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter

 

OFF

 

 

 

should be used with this product.

 

POSITION

 

 

Fig.2

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Earlex HV7000P, HV7000A Safety Instructions, Important Electrical Information, Extension Cords, Grounding Instructions