Earlex AGS120, Operating Instructions Manual

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SETTING UP THE SPRAY GUN FOR OPTIMUM
PERFORMANCE
When setting up the spray gun we recommend that you spray the paint
onto some scrap material, newspaper or cardboard. Purge the air from
the spray gun by running it for a few seconds until the paint comes out of
the gun.
The volume of paint & the spray pattern is controlled using the Output
Control Knob, (see fig. 3) Turn the knob anti-clockwise to increase the
volume of paint sprayed & clockwise to decrease the amount of paint
sprayed.
A good spray pattern is achieved when there is an even amount of paint
in a fine spray throughout the pattern. A poor spray pattern will
concentrate the paint in the centre of the spray & give a blotchy finish.
To get the best spray performance, turn the Output Control Knob fully anti-
clockwise. Aim the gun at a piece of cardboard, or similar waste material,
& press the switch to start the spray gun. With the spray gun running, turn
the Output Control Knob clockwise until the best spray pattern is achieved.
If you are unable to achieve an even, fine spray you will probably need to
thin the paint further. Follow the thinning procedure as described under
“Preparing the Paint”.
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SPRAYING TECHNIQUE
To obtain best results keep the spray gun level & square on to the surface
being sprayed. The gun works best if the nozzle is kept about 25 – 30
cms (10” – 12”) from the surface being sprayed. (See fig. 4) This will result
in consistent, even coverage.
To avoid overlap of the paint & therefore uneven coverage, we
recommend that the spray gun be momentarily turned off whenever you
change direction.
Move the spray gun at an even speed. A fast speed will give a thin coat &
a slow speed will give a thicker coat. Never tilt the spray gun more than
45˚ as this could result in paint getting in to the motor & causing serious
damage.
HELPFUL HINTS
1) Only apply one coat at a time. If more than one coat is required follow
the paint manufacturers instructions for drying times.
2) If spraying small objects keep the output setting low as this will avoid
excessive use of paint & will minimise overspray.
3) When spraying large areas or objects use a criss-cross pattern either
left to right then up & down or vice-versa. Remember to momentarily
stop spraying as you change direction. This will ensure maximum,
even coverage. (See fig. 5)
4) Do not stop & start spraying while moving the gun in one continuous
direction.
5) To ensure edges are covered begin spraying just outside the area
being sprayed & do not stop until you have just passed the opposite
edge.
fig.3
fig.4
fig.5
MAXIMUM MINIMUM
CONTROL
KNOB