We suggest reading this safety section completely before operating any of our machines. Review and understand the Safety Data Sheets (SDS’s) for all the products prior to using your plating system. The SDS information should be kept in a location that will make it readily accessible in the event of accidental exposure or spillage of the product. 

Using your electroplating system safely depends on following a few simple safety rules.  While we have taken extensive measures to protect the user, there are several common sense rules that are important to follow in using your plating system.

Personal Protection 

The first safety consideration is the use of proper personal protective equipment such as a face shield, safety goggles, or safety glasses. Whichever you choose, it is imperative that the solution is prevented from getting into the eyes. Should this happen, the eyes must be flushed with water and medical attention received as indicated on the Safety Data Sheet for the product that caused the exposure. We recommend the use of rubber or latex gloves to prevent contact of the solutions with the skin. It is also advisable to use chemical resistant sleeves and an apron to protect clothing since it is possible that some of the solutions can damage clothing. Certain processes such as electro-cleaning, activation, and other plating operations can produce corrosive vapors that may irritate the eyes, nose, throat, and skin. Use of any electro plating system should be done in a well-ventilated area. The use of a fan to disperse vapors can reduce the risk of excessive exposure to corrosive vapors.  

Handling Chemicals

The chemicals you will be using with your electroplating system are serious electroplating solutions that, if improperly handled, could pose a significant risk to personal health and safety. The solutions are corrosive and/or harmful if ingested. Improper use of the solutions provided with your system could lead to serious injury or death. Any of the solutions provided could be harmful or fatal if swallowed in sufficient quantities and could cause serious chemical burns to skin if not washed after exposure. These solutions are intended to be used by responsible, trained adults. The person using the equipement or solutions should read and understand this safety section before beginning operation of the machine. The Safety Data Sheets (SDS’s) for the chemicals that are provided with the system can be found online at www.GoldPlating.com.  These sheets will inform you of many important aspects of the chemicals that you will be using.

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Chemical Storage

The chemicals provided with your Gold Plating Services plating system and the rinse water generated by using it must be properly stored in a secure, cool location that is not accessible to children or other un-authorized persons. Never store any of these solutions in un-marked containers or in any container that could lead to improper use or disposal of the solutions or rinse water. The rinse water produced by the plating operations is a hazardous material and must be collected, stored, and disposed of in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws. If you are unsure of the applicable laws, you can check with the local water reclamation district (sanitary sewer district), local or state environmental health, and/or the federal Environmental Protection Agency.

Electrical Hazard

In the event of failure of the  power supply to operate as indicated in this manual, contact Gold Plating Services for recommendations on how to proceed. Do not open the power supply or plating console; there are not any user serviceable components inside. Opening the unit can revoke the warranty.

Make sure the power supply is connected to a safe, properly wired supply outlet. If the electroplating Kit is going to be used near fixed plumbing, we recommend that the outlet have ground fault protection. The actual pretreatment and plating voltages are normally very low, usually less than 12 volts direct current. However, the wall adapter is connected to the supply outlet which can expose the user to dangerous voltage if the unit is connected or handled improperly. The heater is electrically isolated and should not produce an electrical shock hazard under normal operating conditions. Never immerse the power supply or plating console in water. Immersion of either of these units could damage the electrical components and void the warranty. The AC power input cords should be maintained in good condition. The cord to the control can be replaced with any “computer style” cord if damaged. Should the white heater cord attached to the plating console become damaged, return the plating console to Gold Plating Services for replacement. When returning the plating console for repairs, do not send any chemicals, bus bars, anodes, or beakers unless directed to do so by a representative of Gold Plating Services Technical Department. Refer to the Limited Warranty at the end of this manual.

Storage of Chemicals When Not In Use

One of the most beneficial features of our electroplating kits is the ease with which it can be put away for short or long term storage when not in use. If you expect to use your machine within the next week or two then make sure the lids on the solution beakers are tight to prevent spilling or evaporation. If you expect to be storing your system for a longer period of time, we recommend that the solutions be returned to the original containers.

Safety Data Sheets

The Safety Data Sheets (SDS’s) for the solutions provided with your system are available online at www.GoldPlating.com. If you order other solutions not included with this kit, you can find those SDS’s on our website as well. You should keep the SDS information for the chemicals you use in a location that is readily accessible.