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2. Always ensure there is adequate ventilation. Do not spray or handle paint 

in enclosed areas.

3. Never spray close to any source of heat or flame.

4. Always wear a suitable approved breathing mask when spraying, to 

protect against inhalation of paint spray or fumes. An air feed mask may 
be required when sprayingsome toxic types of paint. If in doubt, check 
with the paint manufacturer.

5. Always check the manufacturer’s data sheets for the paint products being 

sprayed for any particular hazards and follow the manufacturer’s 
instructions. Take particular care if spraying isocyanate paints. Products 
used in a spray gun may be covered by COSHH Regulations.

6. Always disconnect the spray gun from the air supply when it is not in use 

and before any disassembly.

7. Never spray paint towards people or animals. 

8. In the case of injury, seek expert medical advice immediately.

 

Never

 

smoke while spraying or preparing paints, or spray near a naked flame, 
heat source and electrical sparks. Many paints are flammable.

9. Never tamper with the product or modify it in any way, as this could prove 

to be dangerous and will invalidate the guarantee. Only use the product 
for the purpose for which it is intended.

10. When replacing parts, only use those supplied by Clarke International as 

per the parts list.

Summary of Contents for 3082120

Page 1: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS DL0821 SPRAY GUN MODEL NO AP14GF PART NO 3082120 ...

Page 2: ...forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service GUARANTEE This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase Please keep your receipt which will be required as proof of purchase This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in any way or not used for the purpose for which it was intend...

Page 3: ...ny doubt do not operate the tool COMPRESSED AIR EQUIPMENT 1 Compressed air can be dangerous Ensure that you are thoroughly familiar with all precautions relating to the use of compressors and a compressed air supply 2 Never direct a jet of compressed air at people or animals 3 Always ensure that the equipment being used has a safe working pressure exceeding the output pressure of the compressor th...

Page 4: ...ds and follow the manufacturer s instructions Take particular care if spraying isocyanate paints Products used in a spray gun may be covered by COSHH Regulations 6 Always disconnect the spray gun from the air supply when it is not in use and before any disassembly 7 Never spray paint towards people or animals 8 In the case of injury seek expert medical advice immediately Never smoke while spraying...

Page 5: ...om PRODUCT OVERVIEW NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION 1 Locking Ring 7 Paint Container 2 Side Wings 8 Paint Flow Adjustment Knob 3 Air Cap Needle 9 Spray Pattern Adjustment Knob 4 Air Nozzle 10 Airline Connection 5 Trigger 11 Cleaning Brush 6 Airflow Adjustment Knob 12 Spanner 1 3 6 5 4 7 11 8 10 9 2 12 ...

Page 6: ...rten the spray gun life due to faster wear and could become a safety hazard Water in the air line will also cause damage and may contaminate the paint being used Therefore ensure the air supply is properly filtered Line pressure or supply hose inside diameter should be increased to compensate for unusually long air hoses over 10 m Minimum hose diameter should be 6mm ID and fittings should have the...

Page 7: ... to clean the spray gun after use Do not fill the paint container more than 3 4 full Make sure that the threaded joint between the container and the gun are clean and before screwing the container on the gun Always clean around the container sealing lip and keep the container vent clear Remember that some modern paints require specialist respiratory protection always consult the paint manufacturer...

Page 8: ...it takes for the cup to empty 2 Thin as required until times are achieved 3 Alternatively if a viscosity cup is not available the following information can be used as a rough guide Water based paints emulsions 10 20 water Oil based paints gloss up to 10 thinners Cellulose paints up to 50 cellulose thinners If in any doubt contact the paint manufacturer 4 Having mixed the paint thoroughly in a sepa...

Page 9: ...r pressure The air flow needed will vary according to the paint in use with thicker paints needing more air SPRAYING TECHNIQUES Practice spraying on a piece of material with the same type of surface as the article you wish to spray e g metal for a car body panel wood for a piece of furniture etc Always make adjustments to the spray pattern according to the conditions You may need to increase the p...

Page 10: ...ray at an angle as this will lead to paint runs on the surface Always use smooth and even strokes When spraying large areas using a criss cross pattern as shown Never start or stop the spray gun while it is aimed at the surface to be sprayed Evenly control the speed of movement of the spray gun Moving quickly over the surface will give a thin coat and slow movement will give a heavy coat Apply one...

Page 11: ... adjustment is incorrect paint is too thick Add thinners to paint and re fill Adjust air regulator to increase pressure Over painting Spray gun not clean resulting in needle valve sticking Dismantle spray gun and clean with thinner Too much paint Adjust the volume regulator to reduce paint volume Try spraying two thin coats of paint Viscosity too low Check the paint viscosity using a viscosity cup...

Page 12: ...instruments These holes are precision drilled and can be damaged by probing with anything harder than a wooden toothpick 4 Make sure that the air inlet vent to the paint container is kept clean Blockages in this vent will prevent an even material flow through the gun Component parts of spray guns are supplied in matched sets and should only be used together Do not overtighten components and be car...

Page 13: ...13 Parts Service 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com PARTS DIAGRAM ...

Page 14: ...36 Needle Adjusting Seat 10 Air Nozzle 37 Needle Set 11 Air Nozzle Sealing Gasket 38 Needle Adjust Spring 12 Air cap 39 Needle Spring Seat 13 Air Nozzle Circlip 40 Needle Adjusting Knob 14 Air Valve Spring 41 Paint Passage Connector 15 Air valve Stem 42 Filter 16 Air Valve Gasket 43 Container Sealing Gasket 17 Air Valve Body 44 Container Connector 18 Air Valve Sealing Nut 45 Container 19 Opening S...

Page 15: ...15 Parts Service 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ...

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