DeVilbiss E P2 – 8 Operation Manual

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Operation Manual

GFG – Gravity-feed Spray Gun

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P 2 – 8

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Operation Manual

GFG – Gravity-feed Spray Gun

Important

Read and follow all instructions and Safety Precautions before using this

equipment

Description

The GFG Gravity-feed Spray gun Kit is approved to ATEX regulations 94/9/EC, protection level;

II 2 G X, Suitable for use in Zones 1 and 2

Important: These spray guns are suitable for use with most solvent-based coating materials.

Nozzles and needles are manufactured in stainless steel. These guns are not designed for use
with highly corrosive and/or abrasive materials and if used with such materials it must be
expected that the need for cleaning and/or replacement of parts will be increased. If there is any
doubt regarding the suitability of a specific material contact your local Distributor or ITW
Finishing direct

Model Part No. Model Part No.

Example: GFG-G186-14 Example: GFG-613FFH-186

Kit No.
Air Cap No.

Fluid Tip Size Fluid Tip Size Air Cap No.

EC Declaration of Conformity

We, ITW Finishing UK, Ringwood Rd, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH11 9LH, UK, as the

manufacturer of the Spray gun model GFG, declare, under our sole responsibility that the

equipment to which this document relates is in conformity with the following standards or other

normative documents:

BS EN 292-1 PARTS 1 & 2: 1991, BS EN 1953: 1999; and thereby conform to the

protection requirements of Council Directive 98/37/EEC relating to Machinery Safety Directive,

and;

EN 13463-1:2001, council Directive 94/9/EC relating to Equipment and Protective

Systems intended for use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres protection level II 2 G X.

B. Holt, General Manager

30th June 2003

ITW Finishing Systems and Products reserve the right to modify equipment specification without prior notice.

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SAFETY WARNINGS

Fire and explosion

Solvents and coating materials can be highly flammable or combustible when sprayed.

ALWAYS refer to the coating material supplier’s instructions and COSHH sheets
before using this equipment.

Users must comply with all local and national codes of practice and insurance company
requirements governing ventilation, fire precautions, operation and house-keeping of
working areas.

This equipment, as supplied, is NOT suitable for use with Halogenated
Hydrocarbons.

Static electricity can be generated by fluid and/or air passing through hoses, by the
spraying process and by cleaning non- conductive parts with cloths. To prevent ignition
sources from static discharges, earth continuity must be maintained to the spray gun
and other metallic equipment used. It is essential to use conductive air and/or fluid
hoses.

Personal Protective Equipment

Toxic vapours – When sprayed, certain materials may be poisonous, create irritation or
be otherwise harmful to health. Always read all labels, safety data sheets and follow any
recommendations for the material before spraying. If in doubt, contact your material

supplier.

The use of respiratory protective equipment is recommended at all times. The type of
equipment must be compatible with the material being sprayed.

Always wear eye protection when spraying or cleaning the spray gun.

Gloves must be worn when spraying or cleaning the equipment.

Training – Personnel should be given adequate training in the safe use of spraying equipment.

Misuse

Never aim a spray gun at any part of the body.
Never exceed the max. recommended safe working pressure for the equipment.
The fitting of non-recommended or non-original spares may create hazards.
Before cleaning or maintenance, all pressure must be isolated and relieved from the equipment.
The product should be cleaned using a gun-washing machine. However, this equipment should

not be left inside gun-washing machines for prolonged periods of time.

Noise Levels

The A-weighted sound level of spray guns may exceed 85 dB (A) depending on the set­up being used. Details of actual noise levels are available on request. It is
recommended that ear protection is worn at all times when spraying.

Operating

Spray equipment using high pressures may be subject to recoil forces. Under certain
circumstances, such forces could result in repetitive strain injury to the operator.