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other materials.
- DISCONNECT FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY - Al-
ways disconnect from the mains supply when filling
the paint container or cleaning the spray gun.
- SWITCH OFF WHEN NOT SPRAYING - Avoid
running the unit with the flow rate knob fully closed for
any length of time.
We accept no responsibility for damage caused
by the use of unsuitable substances, or paints that
hare not been thinned correctly, and any health haz-
ards that arise from lack of adequate ventilation
IMMEDIATELY SWITCH OFF THE SPRAY
GUNWHEN:
• Interruption in the mains plug, mains lead or mains
lead damage.
• Defectswitch.
• Smoke or stench of scorched isolation.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
PREPARATION B
Do not use textured wall paints or coatings
as this wHIblock the nozzle.
To obtain the best results, it is important that you pre-
pare the surface to be sprayed and thin the paint to
the correct viscosity, before you operate your spray
gun. Always ensure that the surfaces to be sprayed
are free from dust, dirt and grease. Make sure that you
have masked the areas that should not be sprayed,
using a good quality masking tape. The paint or fluid
to be sprayed should be thoroughly mixed and free
from lumps or other particles. Many substances can
be sprayed with your spray gun, but always check
the manufacturers recommendations before purchas-
ingyour paint.
THINNING
Always rememberto disconnect from the
mains sup-ply before filling the paint con -
tainer with sprayable material.
Most paints are supplied ready for brush application
and will need to be thinned before they are suitable to
be sprayed. Follow the manufacturers advice on thin-
ning the paint when used with a spray gun. The viscos-
ity cup will help you to determine the correct viscosity
of paint to be used. To determine the correct viscosi-
ty, fill the cup to the brim with the paint. Measure the
amount of time it takes for the cup to empty back into
the can. The table below shows recommended times
for different types of material.
Plastic & latex paint 24 - 28 seconds
Water based paint 20-25 seconds
Primers 24-28 seconds
Varnishes 20-25 seconds
Oil based paints 18-22seconds
Always check that the mains voltage corre-
sponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
The machine is double insulated in accord-
ance with EN 50144; therefore no earth wire
is required.
No connection should be made to the earth
terminal of the plug. A 3 amp fuse should be
fitted. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Always refer to qualified service personnel. Do not
allow this spray gun to be exposed to rain.
Replacing cables or plugs
Immediately throw away old cables or plugs when they
have been replaced by new ones. It is dangerous to
insert the plug of a loose cable in the wall outlet.
Using extension cables
Only use an approved extension cable suitable for the
power input of the machine. The minimum conductor
size is 1.5 mm
2
. When using a cable reel always un-
wind the reel completely.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- NEVERSPRAY AT PERSONS- Neveraim the
nozzle at another person or animal. Never allow the
spray to come in to direct con tact with the skin.
FLASH POINT - This spray gun must not be used
for spraying flammable paints and solvents with a
flash point of less than 32°C
VENTILATION - Always make sure that there is
adequate ventilation in the work area when spraying.
- BASKET NOZZLE - Always keep the spray basket
nozzle in piace during use.
- CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT - Do
not use spray guns where there is a risk of fire or
explosion.
- BEWARE OF ANY HAZARD - Beware of any
hazard by the material being sprayed and consult the
markings on the container or the information supplied
by the manufacturer.
- DO NOT SPRAY-Do not spray any material where
the hazard is notknown.
- USE EYE PROTECTION - Always use appropriate
eye protection to keep hazardous vapours or fumes
out of the eyes.
- WEAR A MASK - Never operate a spray gun with-
out wearingaface mask.
- PROTECT YOUR EARS - Wear ear protectors if
the sound pressure exceeds 85 dB(A).
- MAINTAIN YOUR TOOLS - Keep your spray gun,
paint container and nozzles clean. Do not clean with
flammable liquids with a flash point less than 32°C
Inspect the mains lead periodically and if damaged
have it replaced by a qualified person.
- NAKED FLAMES - Never spray near a naked
flame or appliance pilotflame.
- SMOKING - Neversmokewhilstspraying. THIN -
NING - Always read the paint manufacturers thinning
recommendations or instructions before using paint or