Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 3000 Earlex
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THE COMPLETE P AINT SPRA YING SYSTEM OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS T hank you for purchasing the Earlex HVLP Spray Kit. This is a highly versatile spray kit and can be used on a variety of applications. BEFORE USE - PLEASE READ THE SAFETY & OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS.
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE NEVER under any circumstances aim the nozzle at another person or animal. In the event of injury occurring seek expert medical advice immediately . The spray gun must only be used with paints and solvents that have a suitable flash point for spraying.
SAFETY OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Always disconnect unit from mains supply when refilling the paint container . Before cleaning, always disconnect unit from the mains supply . Always wear the correct protective face mask when spraying. We would also recommend the use of gloves, goggles and overalls.
EXPLODED P ARTS VIEW (Descriptions Overleaf) 9 8 6 7 17 2 3 4 14 13 10 11 12 18 1 19 5 15 16 4.
P ARTS LIST Key Description Part No. No. 01. Hose Assembly L0078 02. Fluid Needle Assembly L0236 03. Spring L0216 04. Fluid Adjusting Screw L0210 05. Gun Body L0200 06. Air Flow Plate L0206 07. Fluid T ip L0237 08. Air Cap L0205 09. Adjustment Ring L0215 10.
INTRODUCTION HVLP stands for High V olume, Low Pressure. This is a type of spraying that allows you to spray extremely accurately but without all the overspray that occurs with the high pressure tank type equipment.
IMPORT ANT SELECTING P AINT This is a highly versatile spray kit that can be used with several different spray mediums including varnishes, wood preservatives, enamels, oil and water based paints and cellulose. However some materials cannot be sprayed so please check the recommendation of the manufacturer before buying the paint.
PREP ARA TION Preparation of the surface and thinning of the paint are the two most important areas to be concerned with to obtain the best results from your spray kit. Ensure all surfaces are free from dust, dirt, rust and grease. If necessary rub down with sandpaper , or similar .
Follow the manufacturers guide for thinning in conjunction with a spray gun. If in doubt please contact the manufacturers of the paint. The viscosity cup supplied will help you determine the correct thickness of the paint. Paint is “thinned” by adding the substance which the paint is based upon.
W ater based paints and emulsions............... 45 - 60 seconds Oil based paints............ 45 - 50 seconds W ood preservatives...... No dilution Primers........................... 45 - 50 seconds V arnishes....................... No dilution Aluminium paints.
OPERA TION Fill the paint container with the material to be sprayed. DO NOT OVERFILL. Push the fluid tube firmly into the base of the gun body . Screw the container onto the gun body tightly . Place the unit onto a clean floor space, free from any loose debris, liquids or dust sheets that could block the motor inlet.
SPRA Y P A TTERNS The gun has 3 different spray patterns – Horizontal, V ertical and Round (Fig.2) The horizontal and vertical are recommended for large surfaces. The round spray is used for small objects or for areas - such as corners – that are difficult to reach.
P AINT VOLUME The volume of paint sprayed is easily adjustable. (Fig.3) Completely close adjustment screw (4) by turning this clockwise as far as it will go. Whilst pulling the trigger , begin turning the adjustment screw anti-clockwise until the volume of paint you require is obtained.
SPRA YING TECHNIQUE 1. T o 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.4). 2.
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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.
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS THE SPRA Y GUN MUST BE THOROUGHL Y CLEANED IMMEDIA TEL Y AFTER USE. IF THE P AINT DRIES INSIDE THE GUN, CLEANING WILL BECOME MUCH MORE DIFFICUL T AND MA Y RENDER THE GUN INOPERABLE. THIS IS NOT COVERED BY GUARANTEE. The spray gun is the same as a paintbrush, if it is not cleaned it will go hard and can become useless.
NOZZLE & NEEDLE l Unscrew Adjustment Ring (9) l Remove the Air Cap (8) l Completely remove Adjustment Screw (4) l Remove the Spring (3) l Push out the Needle (2) – do not use tools for this l Re.
TURBINE UNIT The turbine unit only requires minimal maintenance l Ensure its filter element is kept clean at all times. l This is the filter underneath the main body (19). Disconnect the unit from the mains, turn on side and remove foam material. This can be washed out if necessary and replace when dry .
Air intake blocked debris can block the air intake underneath the unit TROUBLE SHOOTING 21.
MAINS CONNECTION This unit is a Class II appliance which means it is double insulated for your protection, no earthing wire is necessary . If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Earlex Ltd or our appointed agents. Y our unit has been supplied with a mains lead with a fitted plug.
If you need to fit a plug to the mains lead, this should be fitted in accordance with the wiring instructions below , and will need to be used with a 5 amp fuse. If in doubt consult an electrician. If you are using an extension lead it must be rated at a minimum of 6 amps and fully unwound.
GUARANTEE This product is guaranteed for a period of 24 months against faulty manufacture and materials. It is not guaranteed for industrial or hire purposes. The guarantee does not af fect your statutory rights. In the event of any problem occurring please contact us on our Helpline No between 8.
An important point after buying a device Earlex 3000 (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought Earlex 3000 yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data Earlex 3000 - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, Earlex 3000 you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get Earlex 3000 will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of Earlex 3000, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Earlex 3000.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Earlex 3000. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Earlex 3000 along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
