Silverline 120W Spray Gun - Manual (Page 7)

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Unpacking Your Tool
• Ensure that all parts of your spray gun are present and in good condition.
If any part is missing, or damaged, have such parts replaced before
attempting to use this tool.
Operating Instructions
Paint preparation
• Before use, paint must be prepared to the proper viscosity (stains do not
require preparation)
• Stir the paint thoroughly before checking viscosity
• Dip the Viscosity Cup (7) into the paint and lift out. Measure the time
taken for the cup to drain fully
Refer to the table below for proper draining times. If the paint drains too
slowly, it requires thinning.
CAUTION: This product can accept liquids up to a maximum of 50DIN/
sec viscosity. If the liquid takes longer than 50 seconds to drain from the
viscosity cup then it must be thinned.
Filling the spray gun
CAUTION: Ensure that the spray gun is disconnected from the mains power
supply before filling.
Note: Only mix a small quantity of paint at a time, and always recheck
viscosity before refilling spray gun.
1. To remove the Fluid Container (5), rotate anticlockwise and pull away
from the body of the spray gun
2. Pour the paint or stain (of correct viscosity) into the fluid cup, and
carefully re-attach to body of spray gun
Adjustment
Note: It is highly recommended that some practice is carried out on a
scrap material to determine the optimum spray gun settings before use
• The Regulator Knob (3) controls the rate at which the fluid is sprayed
Note: Correct regulator knob setting, spraying distance, and speed of
movement are crucial to achieving a good quality finish
Spraying
• The surface to be sprayed must always be properly cleaned and dried
before starting work. Areas that you wish to keep clean should be
masked off
1. To start spraying, squeeze the Trigger Switch (4)
2. To stop spraying, release the trigger switch
• Always hold the gun level, and at 90˚ to the work surface. The correct
spraying distance will depend on the setting of the regulator knob
• The most effective way to spray vertical surfaces is to use an overlapping
zig-zag pattern. To even out application, recover vertical zig-zags with
horizontal zig-zags
• If you wish to spray non-vertical surfaces, attach the angled nozzle
extension supplied. This will allow you to hold the gun level as you spray
• Apply paint or stain in thin coats. Allow time to dry between coats
IMPORTANT: Clean the spray gun thoroughly as soon as you have finished
spraying even between applying multiple layers on surfaces if the surface
needs drying time and the sprayer isn’t actively used in that time. Follow
the cleaning advice of the manufacturer of the liquid being sprayed. Higher
viscosity liquids may require more frequent cleaning. To maintain the
sprayer in working condition it is critical that it is regularly cleaned in use.
Maintenance
Cleaning
• Remove the plug from the mains power supply before carrying out any
maintenance or cleaning
• Do not immerse the spray gun in water, or use flammable cleaning
agents
• Remove the Fluid Container (5), and pour unused paint or stain back
into container
• Clean the fluid cup thoroughly, using warm water or thinners
• Pour a small quantity of warm water or thinners into the fluid container,
and re-attach to the spray gun
• Reconnect to mains power supply. Spray the water or thinners against
scrap material, until only clear fluid is ejected. Disconnect from mains
power supply
• Unscrew the Nozzle Guard (2), and Nozzle (1), from the spray gun.
Withdraw the piston assembly and clean all parts thoroughly
• Use the Cleaning Pin (6) to remove any paint from inside the nozzle
• Allow to dry, and reassemble
Storage
• Store this spray gun in a dry place, where it will not be subjected to
freezing temperatures
Disposal
Always adhere to national regulations when disposing of power tools that
are no longer functional and are not viable for repair.
• Do not dispose of power tools, or other waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE), with household waste
• Contact your local waste disposal authority for information on the correct
way to dispose of power tools
1 Nozzle
2 Nozzle Guard
3 Regulator Knob
4 Trigger Switch
5 Fluid Container
6 Cleaning Pin
7 Viscosity Cup
8 Nozzle Extension
9 Valve
Product Familiarisation
Product Draining Time
Water-based paint 20 - 25 secs
Primers 24 - 28 secs
Varnish 20 - 25 secs
Enamels 18 - 22 secs
Wood sealers 28 - 35 secs
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