Q-Tech QP031 Owner's Manual - page 7
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ALWAYS INSPECT SPRAYING AREA
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Keep the spraying area free from
obstructions.
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Make sure the spraying area has good
ventilation to safely remove vapors and
mists.
•
NEVER
keep flammable material in
spraying area.
•
NEVER
spray in vicinity of open flame or
other sources of ignition.
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The spraying area must be at least 20 ft.
away from spray unit.
SPRAY GUN SAFETY
•
ALWAYS
set gun safety lock in the
"LOCKED" position when not in use &
before servicing or cleaning.
•
NEVER
remove or modify any part of the
gun.
•
ALWAYS
REMOVE THE SPRAY TIP when
cleaning. Flush unit at the LOWEST
POSSIBLE PRESSURE.
•
ALWAYS
check operation of all gun
safety devices before each use.
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Be very careful when removing the
spray tip or hose from the gun. A
plugged line will contain fluid under
pressure. If the tip or line is plugged,
follow the pressure relief procedure
TIP GUARD
•
ALWAYS
have the tip guard in place
on the spray gun while spraying. The tip
guard alerts you to the injection hazard
and helps prevent accidentally placing
your fingers or any part of your body
close to the spray tip.
SPRAY TIP SAFETY
•
Use extreme caution when cleaning
or changing spray tips. If the spray tip
clogs while spraying, engage the gun
safety latch immediately. ALWAYS
follow the
PRESSURE RELIEF PROCEDURE
and then remove the spray tip to clean
it.
•
NEVER
wipe off build up around the
spray tip.
TOXIC FLUID HAZARD
•
A
LWAYS
remove tip guard & tip to
clean AFTER pump is turned off and
the pressure is relieved by following the
PRESSURE RELIEF PROCEDURE.
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Hazardous fluid or toxic fumes can
cause serious injury or death if splashed
in eyes or on skin, inhaled or swallowed.
Know the hazards of the fluid you are
using. Store & dispose of hazardous fluid
according to manufacturer, local, state
& national guidelines.
•
ALWAYS
wear protective eyewear,
gloves, clothing and respirator as
recommended by fluid manufacturer.
HOSES
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Tighten all of the fluid connections
securely before each use. High pressure
fluid can dislodge a loose coupling or