Trim-Tex Compound Tube - Manual (Page 2)

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COMPOUND APPLICATOR TUBE
Code: CA-T
The Tapepro Compound Applicator Tube is a robust and simple multi purpose tool.
It can be fitted with a wide variety of applicator heads including:
The Applicator Head (AH-38) for dispensing ribbons of joint compound to both sides
and apex of internal angle joints, horizontal or vertical, prior to applying paper tape by
hand.
The Outside Applicator Head (OAH) for use on external angles - perfect for fitting Trim-
Tex Mud Set Bead!
The 75mm Corner Glazer (CG-75) for finishing internal corner joints.
The 65, 75 and 90mm Corner Finishers (CF-65, 75, 90, CFP-75) for finishing internal
corner joints.
The Cornice Head range (CH-55, 75, 90) for fixing cornice.
The Flat Applicator Nozzle (FAN) for filling flat joint recesses, or filling flat boxes.
Features:
Robust aluminium main tube, powder coated for
durability
Piston head features two lip seals for positive sealing
Quick release nozzle and piston rod for easy cleaning
O Ring seal behind the nozzle
High flow nozzle made from industrial plastic with a stainless steel ball
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USING THE COMPOUND APPLICATOR TUBE
Prepare the joint compound to be used - it should be slightly
wetter than you would use for hand setting.
Ensure the tube is clean and that the seals are not dry or
damaged.
With the piston rod fully compressed, place the nozzle into
the joint compound.
Pull up on the piston rod to draw compound up into the tube.
To remove the nozzle air pocket on initial fill, remove the tube
from the compound after drawing up approx 100mm. Place
the ball end on the floor and bounce the air pocket out of the
nozzle.
Continue loading - move the nozzle as you load so that it is
always covered in joint compound. Do not allow air to enter.
Wipe off excess compound on the side of the container.
Attach your choice of applicator head.
Position on the joint so that the tube exerts equal pressure on
both sides.
Push the piston rod in until compound is seen on the
underside of the applicator head.
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