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Instructions/Parts
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AirPro EFX Automatic
313869B
ENG
Spray Gun
Conventional, HVLP, HiTEch, and LVMP automatic guns for small component finishing
applications. For professional use only.
100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7 bar) Maximum Working Fluid Pressure
100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7 bar) Maximum Working Air Pressure
Important Safety Instructions
Read all warnings and instructions in this
manual. Save these instructions.
See page 2 for model information.
TI14427A
TI14428A
Guns without manifold
Guns with manifold
II
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Models Contents Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Pressure Relief Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Selection Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Apply Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Gun Selection . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Warnings Warnings The following warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance, and repair of this equip- ment. The exclamation point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbol refers to procedure-specific risk. Refer back to these warnings. Additional, product-specific warnings may be found throughout the body of this manual where applicable. WARNING FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Flammable fumes, such as solvent and paint fumes, in work area can ignite or explode. To h
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Warnings WARNING EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD Misuse can cause death or serious injury. � Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the influence of drugs or alcohol. � Do not exceed the maximum working pressure or temperature rating of the lowest rated system component. See Technical Data in all equipment manuals. � Use fluids and solvents that are compatible with equipment wetted parts. See Technical Data in all equipment manuals. Read fluid and solvent manufacturer’s warnings. For complet
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Warnings WARNING TOXIC FLUID OR FUMES HAZARD Toxic fluids or fumes can cause serious injury or death if splashed in the eyes or on skin, inhaled, or swallowed. � Read MSDSs to know the specific hazards of the fluids you are using. � Store hazardous fluid in approved containers, and dispose of it according to appli- cable guidelines. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT You must wear appropriate protective equipment when operating, servicing, or when in the operating area of the equipment to help prot
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Selection Charts Selection Charts TERMS Proper Needle/Nozzle Selection Light Fluid: Up to 18 seconds with No. 2 Zahn The spray gun's needle/nozzle kits range in cup (20 centipoise) size to provide different fluid flow rates. As a general guideline, use the fluid nozzle that will Medium Fluid:19 to 28 seconds with No. 2 give the required flow with the needle fully trig- Zahn cup (20-64 centipoise) gered at a fluid pressure of 5–20 psi Heavy Fluid: Greater than 28 seconds with (0.035–0.14
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Selection Charts Models With Manifolds Includes: Orifice Size Construction Gun Needle/ Air Cap Construction Fluid of Fluid Assembly Nozzle Kit with Pin of Needle Tip/ Adjustment Fitting Part No. Type Part No. Part No. in. mm Nozzle Exit Knob 24B857 Conventional 24D177 24C182 0.028 0.7 Stainless Steel Indexing Plastic 24B858 Conventional 24C198 24C182 0.035 0.9 Stainless Steel Indexing Plastic 24B859 Conventional 24C199 24C182 0.043 1.1 Stainless Steel Indexing Plastic 24B860 Conventional 24C
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Selection Charts Air Caps Nozzle Orifice Recommended Gun/Manifold Air Cap Inlet Pressure Part No. Type in. mm. psi (MPa, bar) Air Cap Color 24C182 Conventional 0.028-0.059 0.7-1.5 43 (0.3, 3.0) Blue-Grey 24C183 HVLP 0.020-0.051 0.5-1.3 15 (0.1, 1.0)* Pewter 24D703 HiTEch 0.028-0.039 0.7-1.0 29 (0.2, 2.0) Black 24D704 HiTEch 0.059 1.5 29 (0.2, 2.0) Black 24C184 LVMP 0.020-0.059 0.5-1.5 43 (0.3, 3.0) Brown 24D705 Air Brush 0.028 0.7 29 (0.2, 2.0) Clear * Maximum compliant HVLP inlet pressure. Sa
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Selection Charts 313869B 9
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Installation Installation This spray gun can spray most coatings or fin- Configure Gun and Manifold ishes currently being used for small compo- Guns with Manifold nent plastic, wood and metal finishing applications, while easily operating from paint See FIG. 1. The gun is shipped with a fluid plug delivery systems, such as pressure pots or (25). To use the gun in a circulating system, do remote pumps for production line operation. not install the plug. In a non-circulating system, install t
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Installation Pump/Fluid Supply Guns without Manifold The gun is shipped ready for use in a circulat- Ground the pump by connecting a ground wire ing system, with a fitting installed in each fluid and clamp between the fluid supply and a true port. Connect the fluid supply line to one fluid earth ground as instructed in your separate inlet fitting (15) and the fluid return line to the pump instruction manual. other. Air Compressors and Hydraulic Power To use the gun in a non-circulating sy
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Installation Mount Gun Reciprocating Arm Rod Mount To mount the gun on a reciprocating arm rod [0.75 in. (19 mm) diameter maximum], insert the bar (A) through the hole in the manifold as shown in FIG. 3. NOTE: Use the 1/8 in. alignment slot (P) to assist in orienting the gun. Secure the gun to the bar by tightening the mounting screw (B). C Guns with manifold TI14434A C A TI14433A B P FIG. 3: Reciprocating Arm Mount Stationary Support To mount the gun on a stationary support, refer to FIG
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Setup Setup 1. The gun cylinder, fan, and atomization air Connect Air Line must be supplied and regulated separately. NOTE: To regulate air remotely, use solenoids (see FIG. 6 and FIG. 7). � If your regulated air source does not NOTE: The three air inlet fittings accept 6 mm have a filter, install an air filter (G) on OD tubing. each air line to ensure a dry, clean air supply to the gun. Dirt and moisture can 2. Connect each air hose (D) to a regulated ruin the appearance of your finis
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Setup Air regulator ATOMIZING AIR 2-way solenoid valve CYLINDER AIR 3-way solenoid valve FAN AIR TI14444A 2-way solenoid valve FIG. 6: Remote Air Regulation using Solenoid (Guns with Manifold) FAN AIR 2-way solenoid valve CYLINDER AIR 3-way solenoid valve ATOMIZING AIR TI14445A 2-way solenoid valve FIG. 7: Remote Air Regulation using Solenoid (Guns without Manifold) 14 313869B
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Setup In a non-circulating system, remove the Connect Fluid Hose gun fluid outlet fitting (T) and plug the outlet NOTE: port with the pipe plug (33) supplied for guns without manifold. Guns with manifold � Before connecting the fluid line, blow it use plug 24C211 (25, see page 10). out with air and flush it with solvent. Use solvent that is compatible with the fluid KEY to be sprayed. N Cylinder Air Inlet: accepts 6 mm OD tubing � Install a fluid regulator (L) on the fluid P Atomization
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Setup Flush Spray Gun Adjust Spray Pattern Do not exceed 100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7 bar) Before running any paint through the spray maximum fluid and air pressure. Higher gun: pressures can cause parts to rupture and result in serious injury. 1. Flush the gun with a solvent that is compat- ible with the fluid to be sprayed, using the Use the fluid pressure regulator to adjust the lowest possible fluid pressure and a spray gun fluid flow. All models are equipped grounded metal container. See C
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Setup NOTE: HVLP Gun Limits HVLP Guns: local laws may limit the maximum pressure to 10 psi (70 kPa, 0.7 bar) at the air cap for compliance. See the table on page 8 for maximum HVLP manifold inlet pressures. To measure pressure at the air cap, use the appropriate HVLP Pressure Verification Kit. L ti7019a FIG. 11: Fluid Pressure Regulator NOTE: A larger fluid nozzle at a reduced fluid pressure will maintain the same flow rate, but F the fluid stream (velocity) will slow down. ti01997 When
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Operation Operation To achieve best results when applying fluid: Pressure Relief Procedure � Keep gun perpendicular and 6 to 8 in. (150 to 200 mm) from object being sprayed. 1. Turn off all bleed type air valves and all � Use smooth, parallel strokes across sur- other air and fluid supplies to the gun. face to be sprayed with 50% overlap. 2. Trigger the gun into a grounded metal waste container to relieve fluid pressure. Incorrect TI14439A ti8174a FIG. 13: Pressure Relief Apply Fluid Correc
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Operation Daily Gun Care NOTICE Methylene chloride with formic or propionic acid is not recommended as a flushing or cleaning solvent with this gun as it will damage aluminum and nylon components. NOTICE Solvent left in gun air passages could result in a poor quality paint finish. Do not use any cleaning method which may allow solvent into the gun air passages. Do not wipe the gun with a cloth soaked Do not point the gun up while cleaning it. in solvent; wring out the excess. ti8100a ti482
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Operation 9. Dip the end of a soft-bristle brush into a General System Maintenance compatible solvent. Do not continuously � Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure, soak the brush's bristles with solvent and page 18. do not use a wire brush. � Clean the fluid and air line filters daily. � Check for any fluid leakage from the gun and fluid hoses. Tighten fittings or replace equipment as needed. � Flush the gun before changing colors and whenever you are done operating the gun. ti4845a FIG.
