Safety Regulations for Painting Operations: General
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- In order to protect electronic components and plastic parts, a temperature of 80°C (176°F) [Ampera / Volt, Speedster / VX220 60°C (140°F)] must not be exceeded during drying operations in painting facilities.
- Protect natural gas system components [Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)] from direct heat (such as incident solar radiation) and never allow heating to temperatures in excess of 70°C (158°F) - a risk of explosion.
- For repair operations in which temperatures in excess of 60°C (140°F) may be encountered (for example. during paint drying in the combined spray / drying plant, in the paint dryer or when drying with infrared radiation), for gas-powered vehicles, please note the following:
- CNG: the gas system must be emptied and the tank pressure must not exceed 100 bar (14.5 psi). The pressure can be determined with a scan tool. A nitrogen purge is not necessary.
- LPG: the gas system must be emptied completely.
- The evacuation procedures can be found in: "Engine / Controls and Fuels"
- The compressed air that is used must be free of oil and water particles.
- Process solvent-containing substances either in painting booths or in areas with suitable extraction. Water-based paints also contain solvents. Failure to follow these instructions leads to risk of personal injury, especially respiratory injuries.
- Avoid naked flames. An adequate number of fire extinguishers must be available and routinely serviced.