Equipment safety, Injection hazard – Magnum Venus Plastech GMX-2000 GRANIT COAT GUN User Manual
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EQUIPMENT SAFETY
Injection Hazard
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DO NOT POINT THE GUN AT ANY PERSON
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NEVER LOOK AT THE GUN FROM THE FRONT (NOZZLE END)
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NEVER trigger an airless gun while it is aimed at a person. The hydraulic pressure
may inject fluid into the flesh, causing injury or death. If the fluid penetrates the
skin it WILL cause serious injury. Clothing, such as gloves will NOT provide
protection. The system is capable of fluid pressure high enough to cause a LETHAL
INJECTION.
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TREAT THE APPLICATOR AS YOU WOULD A LOADED WEAPON.
Before applying pressure to the system, ALWAYS:
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Follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and maximum pressure
recommendations.
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Secure the trigger in the OFF position and check all pressure connections.
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Use grounded, high pressure fluid lines.
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Check that the pump is properly grounded.
Before disassembly of ANY part of the pressure system (including the applicator or its
nozzle) ALWAYS:
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Shut the pump OFF.
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Discharge the residual fluid and pressure from the applicator.
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Secure the trigger in the OFF position.
Follow these same three procedures anytime that operation is discontinued.
Do NOT undertake any of the following until pressure is relieved from the entire system:
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Loosen or remove the nozzle.
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Disassemble any part of the applicator.
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Loosen or disconnect any fluid line fittings.
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Disassemble any part of the pump.
Be sure that the power to the pump is OFF before undertaking ANY repair, maintenance
or adjustment.
If it is necessary to adjust or clean the nozzle on site, be sure that it is aimed away from
all personnel so that it may discharge safely if there is residual pressure in the system.
Do NOT
use any replacement part that does not meet the manufacturer’s specifications.
Correct packing or valve seal leaks IMMEDIATELY.
Frequently check the condition of all pressurized components, especially fluid lines.
Replace worn lines and parts before they fail.
If nozzle clogging occurs frequently, use a fluid filter with proper mesh size.