User manual EARLEX SPRAY PORT HV 7000

[. . . ] Always ensure the spray area is safe and free from all debris that may present a fire or trip hazard. NEVER allow children or unauthorised users to operate or play with the spray equipment. Always read the paint manufacturer's thinning instructions before use. After every use ensure that you clean the spray applicator thoroughly & grease the gland washer. [. . . ] Before starting any work on spraying actual objects we suggest you spend some time practicing on cardboard or newspaper until you have got used to how the spray applicator works. SETTING UP YOUR SPRAY APPLICATOR Choose the best Needle & Fluid Tip for your application. Your Spray Port is supplied to you with a 2. 0mm diameter Needle & Fluid Tip. However, there are other sets available to cater for a wider range of materials that you may want to spray. In general, the larger the diameter of the Needle & Fluid Tip, the more suitable it is for higher viscosity materials. The larger diameters also allow a greater volume of material to be applied. The smaller diameters are more suitable for low viscosity materials & lighter application. For the Spray Port type "P", Needle & Fluid Tip sets are available at 1. 0mm and 1. 5mm diameter. For the Spray Port type "A", Needle & Fluid Tip sets are available at 1. 0mm, 1. 5mm and 2. 5mm diameter. NEEDLE SELECTION GUIDELINES Needle/Fluid Tip Size Material 1. 0mm/1. 5mm Acrylics, Synthetics, Polyurethane, Lacquers, Fluorescents, Wood Stains Oil base, Hammers, Oxides, Primers, Air Drying, Enamels, Varnish, Marine Paint, Multi-Colour, Industrial Synthetics, Latex Oils, Polyurethane, Aluminium Emulsions, Chlorinated rubber, Oxides, Zinc Rich Primers, Epoxy Plastic Adhesives, Polyurethane, Floor Paving Paints 4 1. 5mm/2. 0mm 2. 0mm/2. 5mm N0151 07_05. qxd 16/01/2006 10:49 Page 5 SPRAY PATTERNS Fig. 4 The spray applicator has 3 different spray patterns ­ Horizontal, Vertical and Round (Fig. 4) The horizontal and vertical are recommended for large surfaces. Vertical Jet Horizontal Jet Round Jet 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 Air Cap Ring (1), adjust the position of the Air Cap (2) to obtain either a vertical, horizontal or round pattern then re-tighten the aircap ring. PAINT VOLUME Fig. 5(a) shows the Air Volume Control Valve which regulates the flow of air to the gun. This is to be used in conjunction with the Fluid Adjusting Screw for best results. Completely close Fluid Adjusting Screw (B) by turning this clockwise as far as it will go. Whilst pulling the Fig. 5 trigger, begin turning the adjustment screw counter-clockwise until the volume of paint you require is obtained. If the paint spray is too wide or contains too much paint turn the Fluid Adjusting Screw clockwise again. Once the correct spray pattern & paint volume is obtained, you are ready to begin spraying. SPRAYING SPRAYING TECHNIQUE 1. To obtain the best results always keep your spray applicator level and spray equally from side to side or up or down 25-30cm from the surface. Avoid spraying at an angle as this will lead to runs on the surface (Fig. 6a). 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. 6b). Do not tip the sprayer to more than 45o angle when the motor is switched OFF. [. . . ] Check and reset if required. Paint is thin or irregular No spray pattern Paint too thick being produced Gun clogged Pick up pipe clogged Air hose split Gritty paint Container almost empty Spray gun at an angle Air intake blocked Circuit breaker tripped (HV7000 unit) Unit will not start House circuit breaker 11 N0151 07_05. qxd 16/01/2006 10:49 Page 12 MAINS CONNECTION 230V UK ONLY The Spray Port is supplied fitted with a 13 amp plug top and fuse. If any eletrical component is damaged or faulty, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or it's appointed service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol, or coloured green or green and yellow. The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. [. . . ]