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The following hazards may occur during the normal use of this equipment. Please read the following chart.
HAZARD CAUSE SAFEGUARDS
EXPLOSION STATIC ELECTRICITY
Use of this equipment in a
potentially explosive
atmosphere.
Vapours from flammable liquids
can catch fire or explode from
static electricity discharges.
1. If installing this equipment in a potentially explosive atmosphere,
check the ATEX equipment category and temperature ratings meet
the requirements for the zoned area.
2. Check electrical continuity of the air supply to earth - should be no
greater than 10
6
Ω.
3. Electrically bond all metallic equipment to earth. Should be no greater
than 1 Ω.
INHALING TOXIC
SUBSTANCES
Certain materials may be harmful
if inhaled, or there is contact with
the skin.
1. Follow the requirements of the Material Safety Data Sheet
supplier by the coating manufacturer.
2. Adequate exhaust must be provided to keep the air free of
accumulations of toxic materials.
3. Use a mask or respirator wherever there is a risk of inhaling
sprayed materials. The mask must be suitable for the material
being sprayed.
SPECIAL
CONDITIONS FOR
SAFE USE
REQUIRED BY
ATEX
CERTIFICATION
Over pressurization of equipment
can cause equipment failure or
injury.
Use lubricating medium resistant
to carburisation.
Improper operation or
maintenance may create a
hazard.
1. Do not exceed the stated maximum working pressures and motor
speed as specified on page 3.
2. Only a suitably approved static dissipating or conductive air supply
hoses shall be attached to the equipment and terminated to the air
supply.
3. Air supplies (compressors etc) shall be sited in a non-hazardous area
with a filter on the air intake system to prevent the ingress of dust or
similar foreign material into the parts where compression takes place.
4. Use lubricating medium resistant to carburisation and has an auto
ignition temperature of more than 185ºC for T4 equipment.
5. User shall verify the presence of gearbox lubricant (QS-5012-CE
only) in accordance with the instructions on P5, before operating the
air motor.
6. User shall ensure all metallic parts of the equipment are suitably
bonded to earth. Should be no greater than 1 Ω.
GENERAL SAFETY
Air stream from product may
contain solid or liquid material
that can result in eye injury.
Sound level from air motors may
exceed 80 dba.
Improper operation or
maintenance may create a
hazard.
1. Wear eye protection when using this equipment.
2. Wearing of ear protection is recommended.
3. Operators should be given adequate training in the safe use and
maintenance of this equipment. Refer to Pressure Systems Safety
Regulations 2000 Approved Code of Practice.
Important information that tells how to
prevent damage to equipment, or how to
avoid a situation that may cause minor injury.
Important safety information - A hazard that
may cause serious injury or loss of life.
NOTE
Information that you should pay special
attention to.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to USER SAFETY and
PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the following symbols. Please pay particular
attention to these sections
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