WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: Do not install a female quick coupler on the tool. Such a coupler contains an air valve that will allow the air tool to retain pressure and operate accidentally after the air supply is disconnected. Note: Air flow, and therefore tool performance, can be hindered by undersized air supply components. 2. The air hose must be long enough to reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working. 3. Make sure the

An in-line shutoff ball valve is an important safety device because it controls the air supply even if the air hose is ruptured. The shutoff valve should be a ball valve because it can be closed quickly. Note: Do not use an automatic oiler system or add oil to airline. The oil will contaminate the material being propelled, ruining the final result. 2. Attach an air hose to the compressor’s air outlet. Connect the air hose to the air inlet of the tool. Other components, such as a coupler plug and

If the paint is too thin, you will get poor coverage, drips and runs, and excessive drying of the paint in the air. Proper thinning varies with the mate3. rial being used and local temperature and humidity. In most cases, thinning will be approximately 10% and not more than 30%. Test the paint viscosity by dipping 4. a stick into the paint, then observing the rate paint drips from the end. Properly thinned paint will drip about 1 per second. Follow paint manufacturer’s recom5. mendations. Experi

Follow the manufacturer’s directions. Most paints will spray easily if they are thinned properly. 2. Thin the paint according to manufacturer’s directions and mix thoroughly. 3. Carefully strain the paint through a paint strainer or a piece of cheesecloth. 4. Fill the Cup to 3/4 full. Close Cup. 5. Start the air compressor and set the regulator to needed pressure. Do not exceed maximum air pressure. 6. Test the consistency by spraying on a piece of scrap material. If it still appears too thick,

3. Read the instructions on the paint can to determine whether or not you need to apply a fixative/adhesive to the surface to save paint. Preparing the Spray Gun 1. After making sure the paint is the proper viscosity, thoroughly mix the paint. 2. Remove the Cup Cover (19) (twist counterclockwise) and fill the Paint Cup (24) to just below the top. 3. Replace the Cup Cover (19). Twist clockwise. 4. Connect the Spray Gun to the Spiral Air Hose (46) by snapping it into place. All connections snap in

risk of Fire or explosion from Materials incompatible with aluminum. Certain solvents, including 1,1,1-Trichloroethane and Methylene Chloride can chemically react with the Aluminum used in this spray equipment. This can cause an explosion which may result in death or serious personal or property injury. Other chemicals ,when mixed, may cause unpredictable results. Inform yourself by reading the information provided with each solvent before introducing to the sprayer. Never spray the solvents nam

After the adjustment, tighten the Lock Ring by hand. See FIGURE 3 below. Pattern Adjustment Warning!! Never exceed the Maximum Inlet PSI of 70 PSI. 1. If you need to reduce the air pressure for specific areas, adjust the air compressor. 2. To set the pattern size specific to the job, use the Pattern Control Knob (16) (see FIGURE 1 on page 6). By turning it counterclockwise (all the way open), the pattern will flatten. Turn the Pattern Control Knob (16) clockwise for a round pattern. See FIG

30° Double Spray Head (54): Designed for wider spray areas on short crops and the spraying of herbicides and pesticides. Move in a parallel manner on one side while spraying. B. Fan Style Spray Head (55): Sprays evenly. Suitable for spray ing herbicides on short stalked crops. Always spray in the same direction as the wind. C. Adjustable Spray Head (56): Designed for spraying tall crops and fruit trees and the spraying of pesticides. However, the adjustable spray head may result in significant o

Keep the distance from the object being painted at 6” to 9”. This may slightly differ depending on the flow adjustment and the material being sprayed. Do not stop the gun movement while spraying. If you stop the gun for even just a slight pause while spraying, the paint will build up and run down the workpiece. FIGURE 5 (Heavier coat on one side, uneven coverage) Incorrect (Even coverage) Correct (90o) 2. To ensure you don’t allow paint to build up, start moving the Spray Gun before you Squeeze

Let the layers dry in between coats. As with any manual process, practice leads to perfection. The following are a few general rules that may be of help in perfecting your process: • Use the lowest pressure setting recommended by the paint manufacturer. • Keep the gun perpendicular to the ground. • Maintain a distance of about 8” from the work as shown in Figure 5. • Make smooth, thin and even strokes across the work. • Overlap each stroke by about 50%. (See Figure 6) • Let each coat dry before