Graco 249881 Marine Instruments User Manual


 
Warnings
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Warnings
The following warnings include general safety information for this equipment. More specific warnings are included in
the text where appropriate.
WARNING
SKIN INJECTION HAZARD
High-pressure fluid from dispense valve, hose leaks, or ruptured components will pierce skin. This may
look like just a cut, but it is a serious injury that can result in amputation. Get immediate surgical treat-
ment.
Do not point dispense valve at anyone or at any part of the body.
Do not put your hand over the end of the dispense nozzle.
Do not stop or deflect leaks with your hand, body, glove, or rag.
Follow Pressure Relief Procedure in this manual, when you stop spraying and before cleaning,
checking, or servicing equipment.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
When flammable fluids are present in the work area, such as gasoline and windshield wiper fluid, be
aware that flammable fumes can ignite or explode. To help prevent fire and explosion:
Use equipment only in well ventilated area.
Eliminate all ignition sources, such as cigarettes and portable electric lamps.
Keep work area free of debris, including rags and spilled or open containers of solvent and gasoline.
Do not plug or unplug power cords or turn lights on or off when flammable fumes are present.
Ground equipment.
Use only grounded hoses.
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 fire extinguisher in the work area.
BATTERY SAFETY
The battery may leak, explode, cause burns, or cause an explosion if mishandled:
You must use the battery type specified for use with the equipment.
Sparking can occur when changing batteries. Only replace the battery in a non-hazardous location,
away from flammable fluids or fumes.
Handle and dispose of battery properly - do not short circuit, charge, force over discharge, disas-
semble, crush, penetrate, incinerate, or heat the battery to a temperature exceeding 185° F (85° C).
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Misuse can cause death or serious injury.
Do not exceed the maximum working pressure or temperature rating of the lowest rated system
component. See Technical Data in all equipment manuals.
Use fluids and solvents that are compatible with equipment wetted parts. See Technical Data in all
equipment manuals. Read fluid and solvent manufacturer’s warnings.
Check equipment daily. Repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
Do not alter or modify equipment.
For professional use only.
Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Call your Graco distributor for information.
Route hoses and cables away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts, and hot surfaces.
Do not use hoses to pull equipment.
Comply with all applicable safety regulations.