GRAVITY FEED HVLP SPRAY GUN with Digital Micrometer Operating Manual Revision: AB Issue Date: January 2012 Manual No.
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Operating Instructions Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage! Retain instructions for future reference. Description The 1810G HVLP spray gun offers superior material flow, atomization and transfer efficiency.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS Symbol Usage This manual contains important information that you need to know and understand in order to assure YOUR SAFETY and PROPER OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT. The following symbols help you recognize this information. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. Save These Important Safety Instructions! Read and understand all of these safety instructions. Be sure to retain them for future use.
Unpacking After unpacking the product, inspect carefully for any damage that may have occurred during transit. Make sure to tighten fittings, bolts, etc., before putting unit into service. WARNING! DO NOT OPERATE TOOL IF DAMAGED DURING SHIPPING, HANDLING OR USE. DAMAGE COULD RESULT IN BURSTING AND CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. ! General safety Information 1. Read all manuals included with this product carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. 2.
WARNING! DO NOT MISUSE THIS PRODUCT. EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE TO VIBRATION, WORK IN AWKWARD POSITIONS, AND REPETITIVE WORK MOTIONS CAN CAUSE INJURY TO HANDS AND ARMS. STOP USING ANY TOOL IF DISCOMFORT, NUMBNESS, TINGLING OR PAIN OCCUR, AND CONSULT A PHYSICIAN. 4. When spraying and cleaning, always follow the instructions and safety precautions provided by the material manufacturer (Refer to MSDS). WARNING! DO NOT SPRAY ACIDS, CORROSIVE MATERIALS, TOXIC CHEMICALS, FERTILIZERS OR PESTICIDES.
Introduction The spray gun is a vital link in any finishing application. In addition to operating the spray gun properly, techniques of surface preparation and paint preparation must be understood. These instructions will explain the differences among various spray technologies and serve as a guide in the proper operation and techniques of spray painting. Refer to the Replacement Parts Manual for model specific information. SPRAY GUN TERMS Atomization - Conversion of bulk liquid to spray droplets (mist).
used with this method. Pressure feed is generally used for spraying heavy bodied paints or for large size projects. Siphon Feed – Method of paint feed where atmospheric pressure creates a partial vacuum to siphon paint to the gun. Only external mix air caps are used with this method. Siphon feed is used with light bodied paints. Viscosity – A measurement of the resistance to the flow of liquids.
PREPARATION 1. Thoroughly mix and thin paint in accordance with the paint manufacturer’s instructions. Most materials will spray readily if thinned properly. 2. Strain material through cheese cloth or a paint strainer. 3. Fill the canister about 3/4 full and start the air compressor. 4. Setup a piece of cardboard or other scrap material to use as a target and adjust for best spray pattern. 5. Test the consistency of the material by making a few strokes on a cardboard target.
3. Turn fluid control knob fully clockwise until closed (See Figure 6). 4. Trigger a short burst while turning fluid control knob counterclockwise. Observe the spray pattern on the target and adjust the fluid control knob until the desired pattern (atomization) is obtained (See Figure 7). If the spray is too fine (excessive over-spray), caused by too much air for the amount of paint being sprayed, reduce the air pressure or open the fluid control to spray more material.
4. The amount of paint being applied can be varied by the speed of the stroke, distance from the surface and adjustment of the fluid control knob. 5. Overlap strokes just enough to obtain an even coat (See Figure 11). NOTE: Two thin coats of paint will yield better results and have less chance of runs than one heavy layer. 6. Use a piece of cardboard as a shield to catch overspray at the edges of the work to protect other surfaces. Use masking tape to cover other areas if needed.
3. Remove the air cap and soak in solvent until clean. Use a small brush for stubborn stains if necessary. Toothpicks or small brushes may be used to clean air passages; however, NEVER USE METAL OBJECTS TO CLEAN PRECISELY DRILLED PASSAGES. DAMAGED PAS- SAGES WILL CAUSE IMPROPER SPRAYING. 4. Clean gaskets with a solvent soaked rag. To prevent equipment damage, DO NOT IMMERSE GASKETS OR SPRAY GUN BODY IN SOLVENTS. 5.
tighten a packing nut because this will restrict movement of the needle. 6. Re-assemble in reverse order of above and use a non-silicone oil on moving parts. Apply Vaseline® or light grease on threaded joints and hose connections. STORING 1. When not using spray gun, turn the fluid adjustment knob counterclockwise to open which will reduce spring tension on needle fluid tip. 2. Spray gun MUST BE well cleaned and lightly lubricated.
LIMITED WARRANTY This information applies to Smarter Tools products purchased in the USA and Canada. January 2012 LIMITED WARRANTY: Smarter Tools™, Inc. warrants to customers of authorized distributors (“Purchaser”) that its products will be free of defects in workmanship or material.
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