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PAINT VOLUME
The volume of paint sprayed is easily
adjustable.(Fig.4)
Completely close adjustment screw (4)
by turning this clockwise as far as it will
go. Whilst pulling the trigger, begin turn-
ing the adjustment screw anti-clockwise
until the volume of paint you require is
obtained.
If the paint spray is too wide or contains
too much paint turn the adjustment
screw clockwise again. Once the cor-
rect spray pattern is obtained you are
able to commence spraying.
SPRAYING TECHNIQUE
1.
To obtain the best results always keep
your spray gun level and spray equally from
side to side or up or down 25-30cm (10”-12”)
from the surface. Avoid spraying at an angle
as this will lead to runs on the surface (fig.5).
2.
Let your arm control the left to right
movement rather than your wrist as this will
aid even paint distribution over the whole
area (fig.5).
3.
Do not tip the sprayer to more than 45
o
angle.
HELPFUL HINTS
1.
Evenly control the speed of movement of
the spray gun. A fast speed will give a thin
coat and a slow speed will give a heavy
coat.
2.
Only apply one coat at a time. If a further
coat is required follow the paint
manufacturer’s instructions for drying times.
3.
If spraying small areas or objects keep the
output setting low as this will avoid
excessive use of paints and will minimise
overspray.
Fig.5
Fig.4
Fig.6
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