User manual EARLEX ASG55

[. . . ] ASG55 55 Watt Electric Airless Spray Gun OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing the Earlex ASG55 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 SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ BEFORE USE G G NEVER USE THE SPRAY GUN OUTSIDE WHEN IT IS RAINING. NEVER under any circumstances aim the nozzle at another person or animal. [. . . ] If the spray pattern becomes lop-sided clean the spray nozzle and valve spray gun. The ASG55 is a highly versatile electric airless spray gun, it can be used with several different spray mediums including, varnishes, wood treatments, enamel paint, oil and water based paints. Airless spraying reduces the mist associated with air spraying and also reduces paint loss. A number of applications can be performed including spraying fences, sheds, boats, furniture, radiators, models, louvre doors etc. THINNING Thinning is particularly important when spraying. Most paints etc are supplied ready for brush application and need to be diluted sufficiently for spraying purposes. Follow the manufacturers guide for thinning in conjunction with a spray gun. If in doubt please consult the manufacturer of the paint. The viscosity cup supplied will help you determine the correct thickness of the paint. As some paints, wood preservatives and other sprayable materials contain particles and have 3 OPERATION SPRAYING TECHNIQUE Turn the gun upside down and place a few drops of 1. To obtain the best results always keep your spray lubricating oil in both the apertures on the underside gun level and spray equally from side to side or up of the gun (see Fig. 8, Page 5). Connect to mains and and down 25-30cm (10"-12") from the surface. momentarily trigger the spray gun to disperse the oil Avoid spraying at an angle as this will lead to runs around the piston and cylinder, then disconnect the on the surface (Fig. 5A). ASG55 from the mains and firmly push the suction 2. Let your arm control the left to right movement tube into the tapered hole of the raised boss. Fill the rather than your wrist as this will aid even paint container with the paint, filtering the paint through a distribution over the whole area (Fig. 5B). piece of nylon stocking or a funnel which incorporates 3. Do not tip the sprayer to more than 45°angle. a filter to remove any lumps or particles. DO NOT Material could flow into the motor housing and OVERFILL. Screw the spray gun on to the container damage the spray gun (Fig. 5C). Ensure the spray nozzle and clamping knob are hand tightened before use. Plug in the unit and before you start depress switch fully, aiming the gun at a piece of cardboard or newspaper until the paint comes out. [. . . ] Please read the following safety instructions before use. 1 If the moulded plug is cut off from the mains lead then the plug must be disposed of safely. NEVER under any circumstances insert such a plug into a 13 amp socket. 2 NEVER under any circumstances use the appliance without the fuse cover fitted. [. . . ]