FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
A Fire and explosion hazard exists any time you spray or flush flammable fluids.
To help prevent fire or explosion when spraying flammable fluids
D
Be sure sprayer is adequately grounded
through electrical outlet as follows:
– Use only grounded electrical outlets.
– Use only 3-wire extension cords.
– Make sure ground prongs are intact on sprayer and extension cords.
D Motor in this sprayer is a source of sparks. Keep sprayer in well-ventilated area, at least 20 feet (6 meters) away from gun when spraying or flushing.
D Do not use plastic drop cloths when spraying or flushing flammable fluids.
D Avoid all ignition sources, such as pilot lights, cigarettes, and plastic drop cloths
(static arc hazard). Do not plug in or unplug power cords or turn lights on or off in spray area.
D Tape wall switches to prevent them from being turned off or on.
D Do not smoke in spray area.
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Use only M AGNUM or Graco airless paint hoses.
D
Use outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
FLUID INJECTION HAZARD
If high-pressure fluid pierces skin, the injury might look like “just a cut” but is a serious wound. Get immediate medical attention.
To help prevent injection
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Always put trigger safety lever in SAFETY
ON position when not spraying.
D Always shut off power and relieve pressure when you stop spraying and before you service or clean sprayer, remove parts, or repair leaks. See Pressure Relief
Procedure below.
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Do not allow children to use this equipment.
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Keep clear of tip, and never point gun at yourself or anyone else.
SAFETY ON pressure
STARTUP HAZARD AFTER THERMAL OVERLOAD
Motor has thermal overload switch to shut itself down if overheated. To reduce risk of injury from motor restarting unexpectedly when it cools, always turn Power switch OFF if motor shuts down.
FLUID SPLASHBACK HAZARD
To avoid splashing fluid when spraying into pail, always aim at inside wall of pail.
Make sure gun is assembled with correct gasket for fluid being sprayed. See Instal-
ling Tip & Guard in enclosed Operator’s Quick Guide.
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Do not use 1,1,1–trichloroethane, methylene chloride, other halogenated hydrocarbon solvents or fluids containing such solvents in pressurized aluminum equipment such as this sprayer and gun. Such use could result in chemical reaction and possible explosion.
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
M AGNUM sprayers are capable of producing up to 3000 psi (21 MPa, 207 bar) maximum working pressure. To avoid component rupture and injury, do not operate sprayer with components rated less than pressure of sprayer.
Sprayer is equipped with a pressure drain that automatically relieves overpressure in the event of a fault condition. This automatic pressure relief may cause splashing of fluid. Correct fault before you resume spraying.
NOTE: Inadequate flushing and/or dried paint in drain system may prevent proper overpressure relief.
TOXIC FLUID HAZARD
Hazardous fluid or toxic fumes can cause serious injury or death if splashed in eyes eyes or on skin, inhaled, or swallowed.
To help prevent injury or death from toxic fluids
D Know specific hazards of fluid you are using; store hazardous fluid in approved tub; dispose of hazardous fluid according to all local, state, and national guidelines.
D Always wear protective eyewear, gloves, clothing, and respirator as recommended by fluid and solvent manufacturer.
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Gun, hose, and sprayer are grounded through electrical cord of sprayer.
To help prevent electric shock
D Use only grounded electrical outlets.
D Only use 3-wire extension cords.
D Make sure ground prongs are intact on sprayer and extension cords.
D Keep electrical connections and inside of shroud dry.
Pressure Relief Procedure (See Fluid Injection Hazard above)
1. Turn Power switch OFF.
2. Place prime tube in waste pail.
3. Turn Spray/Prime valve to
PRIME (pointing down) to relieve pump pressure.
4. Turn Pressure Control knob left (counterclockwise) to minimum pressure.
WASTE
PAIL
PRIME
This document reflects the information available at the time of publication. Graco reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
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