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THE COMPLETE PAINT SPRAYING SYSTEM
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the Earlex HVLP Spray Kit.
This is a highly versatile spray kit and can be used on
a variety of applications.
BEFORE USE - PLEASE READ THE SAFETY &
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Please retain for future reference
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SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ BEFORE USE NEVER under any circumstances aim the nozzle at another person or animal. In the event of injury occurring seek expert medical advice immediately. The spray gun must only be used with paints and solvents that have a suitable flash point for spraying. If in doubt consult paint or solvent manufacturer’s data. Always ensure there is adequate ventilation when spraying. NEVER spray near a naked flame, including appliance pilot flame. NEVER smoke w
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SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Always disconnect unit from mains supply when SAFETY refilling the paint container. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before cleaning, always disconnect unit from the mains supply. Always wear the correct protective face mask when spraying. We would also recommend the use of gloves, goggles and overalls. After every use ensure that you clean your spray gun thoroughly and grease the fluid needle packing. WARNING: The substances used with this spray gun (paint, thinner etc) ma
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EXPLODED PARTS VIEW (Descriptions Overleaf) 4 1 3 2 5 14 17 13 15 7 16 19 6 8 9 10 18 11 12 4
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PARTS LIST Key Description Part No. No. 01. Hose Assembly L0078 02. Fluid Needle Assembly L0236 03. Spring L0216 04. Fluid Adjusting Screw L0210 05. Gun Body L0200 06. Air Flow Plate L0206 07. Fluid Tip L0237 08. Air Cap L0205 09. Adjustment Ring L0215 10. Fluid Tube L0214 11. Container Gasket L0335 12. Container L0240 13. Fluid Needle Packing L0272 14. Needle Packing Screw L0208 15. Trigger L0202 16. Trigger Pin L0209 17. Nozzle Washer L0211 18. Viscosity Cup SG243 19. Motor Housing Assembly L0
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INTRODUCTION 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. PLEASE NOTE We hav
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IMPORTANT SELECTING PAINT This is a highly versatile spray kit that can be used with several different spray mediums including varnishes, wood preservatives, enamels, oil and water based paints and cellulose. However some materials cannot be sprayed so please check the recommendation of the manufacturer before buying the paint. If a material refers to brush application only then it usually cannot be sprayed. THIS UNIT CANNOT BE USED FOR TEXTURED PAINTS. USE OF THESE MATERIALS WILL CAUSE PREMATU
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PREPARATION Preparation of the surface and thinning of the paint are the two most important areas to be concerned with to obtain the best results from your spray kit. Ensure all surfaces are free from dust, dirt, rust and grease. If necessary rub down with sandpaper, or similar. Masking of areas is important to ensure you do not spray those areas you wish to remain untouched. THINNING Your spray kit is supplied with a viscosity cup. Viscosity is a technical term used to indicate if a product is
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Follow the manufacturers guide for thinning in conjunction with a spray gun. If in doubt please contact the manufacturers of the paint. The viscosity cup supplied will help you determine the correct thickness of the paint. Paint is “thinned” by adding the substance which the paint is based upon. 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 partic
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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. Dip the viscosit
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OPERATION Fill the paint container with the material to be sprayed. DO NOT OVERFILL. Push the fluid tube firmly into the base of the gun body. Screw the container onto the gun body tightly. 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. Uncoil the mains cable from the base of the unit and plug in. ALWAYS KEEP THE MOTOR UNIT AS FAR AWAY FROM TH
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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.
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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
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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). 2. 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). o 3. Do not tip the sprayer to more than 45 angle. 14
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HELPFUL HINTS 1. Evenly control the speed of movement of the spray gun. A fast speed will give a thin coat and a slow speed will give a heavy coat. 2. Only apply one coat at a time. If a further coat is required follow the paint manufacturer’s instructions for drying times. 3. If spraying small areas or objects keep the output setting low as this will avoid excessive use of paints and will minimise overspray. 4. When spraying large areas or objects, it is best to use a criss-cross pattern,
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS THE SPRAY GUN MUST BE THOROUGHLY CLEANED IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE. IF THE PAINT DRIES INSIDE THE GUN, CLEANING WILL BECOME MUCH MORE DIFFICULT AND MAY RENDER THE GUN INOPERABLE. THIS IS NOT COVERED BY GUARANTEE. The spray gun is the same as a paintbrush, if it is not cleaned it will go hard and can become useless. You must therefore clean this out after use. GUN l Disassemble the gun container lPour any residual material into its container so l that it can be used for the fu
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NOZZLE & NEEDLE l Unscrew Adjustment Ring (9) l Remove the Air Cap (8) l Completely remove Adjustment Screw (4) l Remove the Spring (3) l Push out the Needle (2) – do not use tools for this l Remove the Fluid Tip (7) l Remove Air Flow Plate (6) l Remove Nozzle Washer (17) l Place all of these items into a container and clean l them using a brush and clean thinners l Clean the inside of the gun l Thoroughly dry these parts before l reassembling l Grease the Fluid Needle Packing (13) l Reassembl
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TURBINE UNIT The turbine unit only requires minimal maintenance l Ensure its filter element is kept clean at all times. l This is the filter underneath the main body (19). Disconnect the unit from the mains, turn on side and remove foam material. This can be washed out if necessary and replace when dry. From time to time this filter will need replacing (part lno.L0058). l The turbine bearings are sealed and lubricated for llife. There is no maintenance or adjustment lrequired. l Clean the t
