Earlex L0553 - Manual (Page 8)

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NOZZLE & NEEDLE
1. Unscrew Air Cap (1).
2. Remove the Air Cap (2).
3. Completely remove Fluid Adjustment Screw (8).
4. Remove the Spring (7).
5. Push out the Needle (6) – do not use tools for this.
6. Remove the Fluid Tip (4).
7. Remove Fluid Tip Seal (5).
8. Remove Spray Direction Plate(3).
9. Place all of these items into a container and clean them using a brush and clean thinners.
10. Clean the inside of the gun.
11. Thoroughly dry these parts before reassembling.
12. Grease the Gland Seal (10).
13. Reassemble parts in reverse order. It is recommended fitting the Fluid Tip (4) prior to the needle.
NEVER DISPOSE OF PAINTS OR SOLVENTS INTO DRAINS. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL COUNCIL TO
ARRANGE COLLECTION OR FOR DETAILS OF NEAREST REGISTERED DISPOSAL SITE.
TURBINE UNIT
The turbine unit only requires minimal maintenance.
1.
Ensure its filter element is kept clean at all times.This is the filter underneath the main body. Disconnect
the unit from the mains, turn on side and remove foam material. This can be washed out if necessary and
replaced when dry. From time to time this filter will need replacing (part no.L0058).
2. The turbine bearings are sealed and lubricated for life. There is no maintenance or adjustment required.
3. Clean the turbine and hose unit with a damp cloth after use.
4. The hose is stored by locating this into the clips on the side of the main body.
5. The mains lead is stored by wrapping around the base of the unit and locating the plug in the space at the
back of the unit.
6. The compartment on the top of the unit can be used for the storage of accessories.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION REQUIRED
The paint runs on the item
being sprayed Paint too diluted Add undiluted material
Paint volume too high Reduce the paint flow with Fluid
Adjusting Screw (8)
Moving too slowly Increase speed of application
Gun trigger being held for too long Release Trigger earlier
Gun too close Increase the distance between gun and
workpiece
Paint is thin or irregular Paint too diluted Add undiluted material
Paint volume too low Increase the paint flow with Fluid
Adjusting Screw (8)
Moving too fast Reduce speed of application
Gun clogged Clean the gun
Gun too far away Reduce the distance between gun and
workpiece
No paint being produced Paint too thick Add thinner
Gun clogged Clean the gun
Pick up tube clogged Clean Paint Feed Tube (11)
Air hose split Replace air Hose (15)
Grainy paint Filter the paint
Container almost empty Refill Container
Gun at an angle Ensure Paint Feed Tube (11) is angled
towards paint
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