User manual EARLEX ASG100

[. . . ] MODELS: ASG100, ASG120 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing an Earlex Electric Airless Spray Gun, this is a highly versatile spray gun and can be used for a variety of applications. Please read all these instructions before operating this product and retain them for future reference. Earlex Ltd will accept no responsibility for the use of this product if used for any other purposes than those detailed herein. SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When using the spraygun, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. G Keep work area clean - Cluttered areas and benches G Never under any circumstances aim the nozzle at invite injuries. G Consider work area environment - Do not expose the another person or animal. In the event of injury occuring seek expert medical advice immediately. G Always keep the spray basket nozzle in place during spray gun to rain. Do not use the spray gun in damp or wet locations. Do not use the spray gun where there is risk to cause fire or explosion. G Guard against electric shock - Avoid body contact with use. [. . . ] Screw the spray gun tightly onto the filled container. Plug the spray gun into a power socket and it is now ready to be set up. 5 SETTING UP THE SPRAY GUN FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE When setting up the spray gun we recommend that you spray the paint MAXIMUM onto some scrap material, newspaper or cardboard. Purge the air from the spray gun by running it for a few seconds until the paint comes out of the gun. The volume of paint & the spray pattern is controlled using the Output Control Knob, (see fig. 3) Turn the knob anti-clockwise to increase the volume of paint sprayed & clockwise to decrease the amount of paint sprayed. A good spray pattern is achieved when there is an even amount of paint in a fine spray throughout the pattern. A poor spray pattern will concentrate the paint in the centre of the spray & give a blotchy finish. To get the best spray performance, turn the Output Control Knob fully anticlockwise. Aim the gun at a piece of cardboard, or similar waste material, & press the switch to start the spray gun. With the spray gun running, turn the Output Control Knob clockwise until the best spray pattern is achieved. If you are unable to achieve an even, fine spray you will probably need to thin the paint further. Follow the thinning procedure as described under "Preparing the Paint". MINIMUM CONTROL KNOB fig. 3 SPRAYING TECHNIQUE To obtain best results keep the spray gun level & square on to the surface being sprayed. The gun works best if the nozzle is kept about 25 ­ 30 cms (10" ­ 12") from the surface being sprayed. 4) This will result in consistent, even coverage. To avoid overlap of the paint & therefore uneven coverage, we recommend that the spray gun be momentarily turned off whenever you change direction. A fast speed will give a thin coat & a slow speed will give a thicker coat. Never tilt the spray gun more than 45° as this could result in paint getting in to the motor & causing serious damage. HELPFUL HINTS 1) Only apply one coat at a time. If more than one coat is required follow the paint manufacturers instructions for drying times. fig. 4 2) If spraying small objects keep the output setting low as this will avoid excessive use of paint & will minimise overspray. 5) Bend the flexible extension to the required angle (45° maximum). Do not bend the extention tube more times than necessary, as repeated bending can cause premature failure. NOZZLE FLEXIBLE EXTENSION SWIRL HEAD ATOMISER VALVE fig. 6 7 REMOTE PICK UP SYSTEM - (ASG120 only) For larger painting tasks, use the Remote Pick Up System. This enables you to draw paint directly out of a large can instead of using the paint container supplied with the spray gun, thereby saving considerable time and making painting an even easier job. [. . . ] ASG120 Main Gun Assembly (including mains lead) 3. Atomiser Valve SG436 SG453 SG434 SG442 SG395 SG400 SG414 SG416 SG473 19. Nozzle 0. 8mm (blue) SG415 SG431 SG432 SG435 12. Piston Punch SG240 SG242 SG281 SG200 SG243 SG244 SG318 5 12 19 11 MAINS CONNECTION (WARNING-THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED) If the mains lead is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. [. . . ]