User manual EARLEX 3900

[. . . ] After every use ensure that you clean your spray gun thoroughly and grease the gland seal. Use only genuine manufacturer replacement parts. G G WARNING: The substances used with this spray gun (paint, thinners etc) may contain hazardous, harmful, explosive or corrosive materials. ALWAYS COMPLY WITH THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ISSUED WITH THIS PRODUCT AND THE MATERIAL BEING USED. A-weighted sound pressure level: 85dB(A) Only use the unit as detailed in these instructions. 2 L0635 04\08 UK. qxd 25/7/08 10:41 am Page 3 EXPLODED PARTS VIEW Key Description 01. [. . . ] If the paint requires further thinning, dilute the paint by another 5% (5% will be equal to half a viscosity cup) with the required thinner and measure the viscosity, if the paint is not at its recommended viscosity, repeat the above step. 4 L0635 04\08 UK. qxd 25/7/08 10:41 am Page 5 OPERATION Fill the Paint Container (15) with the material to be sprayed. Place the motor unit onto a clean surface, free from any loose debris or liquids. 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 until the trigger on the spray gun is gently pulled. 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 gun works. G An airtight seal is essential for the correct operation of this gun. G Before operating the unit please ensure that the Paint Container (15) is securely fixed to the gun body and G Over time the Gland Seal (12) will wear and need adjusting. To check the Gland Nut is correctly fitted you the Gland Nut (11) is not loose. will need a small adjustable spanner. Pull the Trigger (7) back and gradually tighten the Gland Nut by turning it in a clockwise direction until the Needle is not free to move when the Trigger is released. G To obtain the optimum setting gradually unscrew the Gland Nut by turning it in an anti-clockwise direction until the needle moves forward into the Fluid Tip (4). Re-adjust if necessary. SPRAY PATTERNS The Spray Gun has 3 different spray patterns ­ Horizontal, Vertical and Round (Fig. 3). The Horizontal is suitable for spraying up and down and the Vertical is suitable for spraying from side to side, while the Round spray is used for small objects or for areas - such as Fig. 3 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, Vertical Jet Horizontal Jet Round Jet Horizontal or Round pattern then re-tighten the Air Cap Ring. PAINT VOLUME The volume of paint sprayed is easily adjustable (Fig. 4). Completely close the Fluid Adjusting Screw (10) by turning this clockwise as far as it will go. Whilst pulling the Trigger, begin turning the Fluid Adjustment Screw anticlockwise 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 is obtained you are able to commence spraying. The paint volume needs to be adjusted everytime you change the spray pattern especially when you use the Round pattern, as this spray pattern can often contain too much paint. Fig. 4 SPRAYING TECHNIQUE 1. To obtain the best results always keep your spray gun level and at an equal distance from the object you are spraying, ideally 25-30cm (10"-12") (side to side or up or down) from the surface. Avoid spraying at an angle as this will lead to runs on the surface (Fig. 5a-5c). Let your arm control the left to right movement rather than your wrist as this will help to give you an even paint distribution over the whole area. Do not tip the spray gun to more than a 45o angle when the motor is switched off. [. . . ] Do not operate with a lead rated at less than 6 Amps as this will cause premature failure of the motor which is not covered by the guarantee. INFORMATION ON THE DISPOSAL OF WASTE ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT KNOWN AS WEEE Your attention is brought to new directives applicable to the disposal of this electrical equipment, where in accordance with the legislation this product must not be disposed of in your normal household waste. Instead it is your responsibility to dispose of this type of waste by handing it over to special designated collection points for recovery and recycling. This product is marked with a `Wheelie bin' symbol with a cross on it to remind you of this action. The objective of this directive is to help conserve resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. [. . . ]