Grizzly G5354 User Manual

MODEL G5354

AIRBRUSH KIT

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE

OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.

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SECTION 1: SAFETY

For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual

Before Operating This Equipment

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are intended to convey the level of importance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below. Remember that safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident prevention measures.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

NOTICE

This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about proper operation of the equipment.

Safety Instructions for Pneumatic Tools

1. KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES IN

PLACE and in working order.

2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS

AND WRENCHES. Form a habit

of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before operation.

3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN

Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

4. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS

ENVIRONMENT. Do not use pneu-

matic tools where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist. Keep work area well lighted.

5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS

AWAY. All children and visitors

should be kept at a safe distance from work area.

6. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD

PROOF by locking your shop and

shutting off air valves.

7. DO NOT FORCE TOOL. It will do

the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

8. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

9. DO NOT USE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL.

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Safety Instructions For Pneumatic Tools

10. USE PROPER AIR HOSE for the

tool. Make sure your air hose is in good condition and is long enough to reach your work without stretching.

11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neck ties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear a protective hair covering to contain long hair.

12. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES.

Also use a face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

13. WEAR APPROVED HEARING PROTECTION. Air escaping from

pneumatic tools can exceed safe exposure limits and may cause hearing damage with prolonged exposure.

14. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.

15. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.

Keep tools lubricated and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

16. R EDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Do

not carry tool with hand on trig ger and always disconnect from air when not in use.

17. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and changing accessories.

18. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing/balance at all times.

19. USE THE RECOMMENDED

ACCESSORIES. Refer to this manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

20. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS BEFORE USING.

ing and alignment of parts, broken parts, part mounting, loose bolts, and any other conditions that may affect machine operation. Repair or replace damaged parts.

21. NEVER LEAVE UNATTENDED TOOL CONNECTED TO AIR.

Disconnect the air hose and do not leave tool until it is relieved of any built up pressure.

22. NEVER ALLOW UNTRAINED USERS TO USE THIS TOOL WHILE UNSUPERVISED.

23. IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF THE INTENDED OPERATION, STOP USING TOOL. Seek formal training

or research books or magazines that specialize in pneumatic tools.

24. BE AWARE OF HOSE LOCATION WHEN USING PNEUMATIC TOOLS. Hoses can easily become

a tripping hazard when laid across the floor or spread out in a disorganized fashion.

Check for bind-

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Additional Safety Instructions for Spraying

1. READ THIS MANUAL. This manual

contains proper operating instructions for this airbrush.

2. READ MATERIAL LABELS

and MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS (MSDS). Read and know

all the instructions on the packaging label and the MSDS before opening the package. This information could save your life.

3. RESPIRATORY PROTECT ION.

Always wear a NIOSH approved respirator when spraying or working around finishing materials.

4. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS. Always have a fully charged multi-class or class B fire extinguisher in the immediate area.

5. FLAMMABLE MATERIAL. NEVER spray near open flame or where any spark could occur.

6. FRESH AIR. Always provide adequate exhaust to keep area free of built-up vapors. NEVER spray in an enclosed space.

7. DISCONNEC T COMPRESSED AIR. Always disconnect the air-

brush from compressed air before cleaning, changing attachments or when performing maintenance of any kind on this tool.

8. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING. Protect exposed skin from overspray by wearing a protective suit or other approved garment.

9. INAPPROPRIATE USE. DO NOT point or shoot airbrush directly at yourself or another person or animals. Do not attempt to use the airbrush for any other use than it was intended.

10. STORAGE. Thoroughly clean and dry airbrush before storage. Store in an approved cabinet.

11. SOLVENTS. Always store solvents and shop towels soaked in solvent in approved containers.

12. EYE PROTECTION. Wear eye protection whenever spraying or cleaning. Solvents and chemicals can cause serious eye injury, which could lead to blindness.

13. OPERATIN G PRESSURE. DO NOT exceed the recommended

inlet air pressure. Excessive pressure could cause the airbrush to burst or cause other internal equipment damage.

14. LOCAL L AWS. Consult local authorities regarding exhaust and waste disposal requirements.

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SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION

Foreword Contact Information

We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model G5354 Airbrush. This model is part of a growing Grizzly family of fine tools. When used according to the guidelines set forth in this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free, enjoyable operation, and proof of Grizzly’s commitment to customer satisfaction.

It is our pleasure to provide this manual with the Model G5354. It was written to encourage safety considerations and guide you through general operating procedures and maintenance.

The specifications, details, and photographs in this manual represent the Model G5354 as supplied when the manual was prepared. However, owing to Grizzly’s policy of continuous improvement, changes may be made at any time with no obligation on the part of Grizzly.

If you have any comments regarding this manual, please write to us at the following address:

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.

C/O Technical Documentation

P.O. Box 2069 Bellingham, WA 98227-2069 Email: manuals@grizzly.com

Most importantly, we stand behind our tools. If you have any service questions or parts requests, please call or write us at the location listed below.

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.

1203 Lycoming Mall Circle

Muncy, PA 17756

Phone: (570) 546-9663

Fax: (800) 438-5901 E-Mail: techsupport@grizzly.com Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com

Read the manual before operation. Become familiar with this tool, its safety instructions, and its operation before beginning any work. Serious personal injury may result if safety or operational information is not understood or followed.

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