Earlex SPRAYSTATION GEMINI, Operating Instructions Manual

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When removing the needle and fluid tip DO NOT remove the
lip seal from the needle assembly.
HINT: Before removing or re-inserting the needle and fluid tip ensure the spray gun has been flushed through with water or the appropriate thinners
so the inner tube is clean.
HINT: The cleaning operation on the spray gun can take you less than 5 minutes. If taking a break, leave the spray gun in a plastic bag to prevent the
>>>>> paint from drying.
The turbine unit only requires minimal maintenance.
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Ensure its Air Filter (21) is kept clean at all times.
This can be washed out if necessary and refitted when dry. From time to time this filter will need replacing, please order part number FF0018.
Motor Housing Unit
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The Air Hose (15) is stowed by coiling it around the Gemini Bucket (25).
Place the gun into the docking station on the top of the turbine near the handle at the storage adaptor.
After Use
The fluid tip and needle that is supplied with your spray gun is ideal for most applications, however if you want to use you SprayStation Gemini
®
to achieve
a finer finish when spraying a material such as polyurethane, varnish or lacquer we recommend you invest in a fine finish tip and needle (see the Needle
chart below). Tips and needles may be obtained from the dealer where you purchased your SprayStation Gemini
®
, if not you can call our he44 (0)
1483 454666 to purchase these directly.
Fluid Tips and Needles
(applies to spraying with the paint pot only)
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Needle fluid tip size Material sprayed
Tip HVACGEM10 - 1.0mm (0.04”) ultra fine finish tip
and needle kit
Acrylics, Synthetics, Polyurethane, Thinners, Lacquers, Oil-Based Stains
Tip HVACGEM15 - 1.5mm (0.06”) fine finish tip
and needle kit
Acrylics, Synthetics, Polyurethane, Thinners, Lacquers, Oil-Based Stains
Needle Selection Guidelines
Note: To use the 1mm and 1.5mm needles you will need to include the Standard V-gun Air Cap and Spray Pattern Adjuster.
ENSURE YOU REPLACE THE MATCHING FLUID TIP (Fig.25-5), NEEDLE (Fig.25-7), AIR CAP (Fig.25-3) AND SPRAY DIRECTION PLATE (Fig.25-4).
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Unscrew Air Cap Ring (2).
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Remove Air Cap (3).
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Remove Spray Direction Plate (4).
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It is recommended that you push the trigger forward to help release the Fluid Tip (5).
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Using Needle and Fluid Tip Tool - pincher end A (1) remove the Fluid Tip (5).
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Insert Needle and Fluid Tip (5) end B (1) into the inner tube and unscrew the needle counter clockwise, then pull to release the needle.
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Insert optional needle and screw into place.
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Insert corresponding Fluid Tip (5) and push into place.
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Reassemble all other parts in reverse order.
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Ensure Air Cap Ring (2) is fully tightened and the Fluid Tip (5) is pushed into place so that the spray gun Needle (7) will shut off. Make sure the
Spray Direction Plate (4) is free to move. If necessary loosen the Air Cap Ring (2) slightly.
Changing the Tip and Needle
(Fig.25)
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Clean the inside of the body of the spray gun.
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Thoroughly dry all parts before reassembling.
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Reassemble parts in reverse order.
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Ensure Air Cap Ring (2) is fully tightened and the Fluid Tip (5) is pushed into place so that the spray gun Needle (7) will shut off.
Tip: Ensure the Spray Direction Plate (4) is free to move. If necessary loosen the Air Cap Ring (2) slightly.
NEVER DISPOSE OF PAINTS OR SOLVENTS DOWN THE DRAIN. ALWAYS USE YOUR LOCAL WASTE COLLECTION SITE.
REPEAT THE SAME PROCESS ABOVE TO CLEAN THE FLUID TIP & NEEDLE.
DO NOT DISMANTLE THE SPRAY GUN BY UNDOING THE SCREWS.