User manual EARLEX SG85

[. . . ] sg82 amend p8. qxd 19/01/00 12:35 Page 1 ® SG85 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing the Earlex SG85 Electric Airless Spray Gun, this is a highly versatile spray gun and can be used for a variety of applications. BEFORE USE - PLEASE READ THE SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Please retain for future reference sg82 amend p8. qxd 19/01/00 12:35 Page 2 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) Handle Mains Lead and Plug Output Control Knob Electromagnetic Motor Atomiser valve Piston Cylinder Housing Drive Housing with Stator Piston Spring Spray Nozzle Suction Tube Paint Container Switch Screw OUTFIT COMPONENTS AND USES Your complete Earlex SG85 Electric Airless Spray Gun outfit includes: . Professional sprayer with 0. 8mm spray nozzle for spraying latex and other thick materials attached. . Viscosity test cup, which enables you to test your paint for thickness before painting. . Flexible extension nozzle, which can be bent at any angle, making it easier to paint horizontal or angled surfaces. . 0. 6mm general purpose spray nozzle. . Bottle of Lubricating Oil . Replacement atomiser valve. Atomiser valves wear with use, this is apparent when the spray pattern changes and atomisation is incomplete. Then it is time to change the atomiser valve. . 1. 5m (5') Suction tube for paint cans. For larger jobs, paint can be fed directly from a can using the suction tube. [. . . ] If a further coat is required follow the paint manufacturers instructions for drying times. If spraying small areas or objects keep the output setting low as this will avoid excessive use of paints and will minimise overspray. When spraying large areas or objects, it is best to use a crisscross pattern, either from left to right then up or down or vice-versa. This will ensure maximum coverage (fig 5). Avoid stopping and starting when spraying as this can lead to too much or not enough material on a surface. To ensure edges are covered, commence spraying just to the side of area being sprayed, continue and do not stop until the spray has gone past the opposite edge. SPRAY NOZZLE SELECTION Two nozzle sizes are supplied with the gun, these should be used as follows: 1) 0. 6mm - This size works best for oil-based materials, stains, sealers, lacquers, water-proofers and enamels for small application areas. 2) 0. 8mm - This is a general purpose nozzle that works best for materials such as emulsions, latex and thicker type paints. 7 3) If you start spraying and find that the spray pattern is small and splattery and adjusting the output control knob does not solve the problem then you need to try the larger nozzle before further thinning the material. USING THE FLEXIBLE EXTENSION NOZZLE The flexible extension nozzle can be bent at any angle to make the painting of ceilings and floors much Fig 6 easier. As the sprayer must not be tilted at more than a 45º angle to prevent a back leak, it is essential to use the flexible extension to paint ceilings (fig 6). To use this, operate as follows: 1) Unscrew the spray gun nozzle by turning it anti-clockwise. Be sure to leave the valve in place but check for wear. 2) Screw the end of the extension tube with the plastic thread onto the spray gun. 3) Ensure the short atomiser valve is inserted into the flexible extension tube. sg82 amend p8. qxd 19/01/00 12:35 Page 8 4) Screw the spray nozzle onto the end of the flexible extension. 5) Bend the flexible extension to the required shape. 6) When finished using, clean all parts and then re-assemble in the original configuration. CLEAN AFTER EVERY USE (SEE CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS) HOW TO USE THE 1. 5m (5') SUCTION TUBE For larger painting applications, using the 1. 5m (5') suction tube enables you to draw paint directly out of a large can instead of using the paint container, thus saving considerable time and making painting an even easier job, since you are operating the sprayer without a loaded paint container. Assembling the 1. 5m (5') Suction Tube: 1. Remove the paint container and the intake tube from the paint sprayer. Then disassemble the fittings at both ends before any remaining paint dries up, thoroughly clean the adaptor fitting, intake tube and filter. Also remove the return cup and clean with an appropriate solvent. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS After every use it is essential that you clean the gun thoroughly. [. . . ] Adjust regulator at back of gun. Paint Dripping. Nozzle loose. Turn output knob clockwise to reduce pressure Holding sprayer Hold sprayer about 30cm (12") from work. See section on spraying. 12 sg82 amend p8. qxd 19/01/00 12:35 Page 13 Parts and Accessories 1. Handle Screw SG44 SG03 SG67 SG47 SG69 SG70 SG57 SG58 SG71 SG60 SG72 SG77 SG63 SG14 SG15 SG74 SG76 SG77 SG78 13 20. [. . . ]