User manual EARLEX SPRAY STATION HV 3000

[. . . ] 19. PARTS LIST Part No. L0078 L0236 L0216 L0210 L0200 L0206 L0237 L0205 L0215 L0214 L0335 L0240 L0272 L0208 L0202 L0209 L0211 SG243 L0126 Hose Assembly Fluid Needle Assembly Spring Fluid Adjusting Screw Gun Body Air Flow Plate Fluid Tip Air Cap Adjustment Ring Fluid Tube Container Gasket Container Fluid Needle Packing Needle Packing Screw Trigger Trigger Pin Nozzle Washer Viscosity Cup Motor Housing Assembly 5 HVLP stands for High Volume, Low Pressure. This is a type of spraying that allows you to spray extremely accurately but without all the overspray that occurs with the high pressure tank type equipment. In fact, in some parts of the world the high pressure systems are banned by law on environmental grounds and HVLP type systems are the only alternative for professional type spraying. This gun is extremely easy to use, very safe and reduces the amount of paint used. [. . . ] If a water based paint then water is added, if oil based then white spirit, if cellulose then a cellulose thinner is added. As some paints, wood preservatives and other sprayable materials contain particles that have differing qualities, please ensure that when filling the paint container of the spray gun, that the paint is filtered through either a funnel with a filter on it or through nylon tights or stockings. This will ensure that no large particles enter the paint container, so preventing blockages and providing you with trouble free spraying. Ensure that a face mask, gloves and goggles are worn at all times when spraying. 9 IDEAL VISCOSITY Water based paints and emulsions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 - 60 seconds Oil based paints. . . . . . . . . . . . 45 - 50 seconds Wood preservatives. . . . . . No dilution Primers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 - 50 seconds Varnishes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No dilution Aluminium paints. . . . . . . . . . No dilution Wood stains. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No dilution Cellulose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manufacturers ratio This gun can be used with products having a viscosity ranging from 10 to a maximum of 60 seconds. Using the above chart (or manufacturer's instructions) as a guide determine if the material requires further thinning, if so then thin accordingly. Fig. 1 10 OPERATION Fill the paint container with the material to be sprayed. Place the unit onto a clean floor space, free from any loose debris, liquids or dust sheets that could block the motor inlet. Unwind the hose from the main housing and connect to the back of the gun. ALWAYS KEEP THE MOTOR UNIT AS FAR AWAY FROM THE SPRAYING AREA AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT PAINT CONTAMINATING THE MOTOR. No paint will be sprayed from the gun until the trigger on the spray gun is pulled. Before starting any work on spraying actual objects we suggest you spend a small amount of time practicing on cardboard or newspaper until you have got used to how the gun works. 11 SPRAY PATTERNS Fig. 2 Vertical Jet Horizontal Jet Round Jet The gun has 3 different spray patterns ­ Horizontal, Vertical and Round (Fig. 2) The horizontal and vertical are recommended for large surfaces. The round spray is used for small objects or for areas - such as corners ­ that are difficult to reach. To adjust the spray pattern, loosen the adjustment ring (9), adjust the position of the air cap (8) to obtain either a vertical, horizontal or round pattern then re-tighten the adjustment ring. 12 PAINT VOLUME The volume of paint sprayed is easily adjustable. (Fig. 3) Fig. 3 Completely close adjustment screw (4) by turning this clockwise as far as it will go. Whilst pulling the trigger, begin turning the adjustment screw anti-clockwise until the volume of paint you require is obtained. If the paint spray is too wide or contains too much paint turn the adjustment screw clockwise again. Once the correct spray pattern is obtained you are able to commence spraying. 13 SPRAYING TECHNIQUE 1. To obtain the best results always keep your spray gun level and spray equally from side to side or up or down 25-30cm (10"-12") from the surface. Avoid spraying at an angle as this will lead to runs on the surface (Fig. 4). Let your arm control the left to right movement rather than your wrist as this will aid even paint distribution over the whole area (Fig. 4). Do not tip the sprayer to more than 45o angle. 14 Fig. 4 15 HELPFUL HINTS 1. [. . . ] G It is recommended fitting the fluid tip (7) prior to the G needle NEVER DISPOSE OF PAINTS OR SOLVENTS INTO DRAINS. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL COUNCIL TO ARRANGE COLLECTION OR FOR DETAILS OF NEAREST REGISTERED DISPOSAL SITE. NOZZLE & NEEDLE 19 TURBINE UNIT The turbine unit only requires minimal maintenance G Ensure its filter element is kept clean at all times. Disconnect the unit from the mains, turn on side and remove foam material. G The hose is stored by locating this into the clips on G the side of the main body G The mains lead is stored by wrapping around the G base of the unit and locating the plug in the space G at the back of the unit. [. . . ]