HVLP Electric Spray Station Model No: APK900 PART NO: 2310060 OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS GC11/11
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE HVLP (highvelocity/low pressure) Electric Spray Station. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual throughout and follow the instructions carefully. Thoroughly familiarise yourself with this product & its operation in order to ensure the safety of yourself and others around you. In so doing, you can look forward to the product giving you long and satisfactory service.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .................................................................................. 2 GUARANTEE ........................................................................................ 2 SPECIFICATION ................................................................................... 2 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................................... 4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS .............................................................. 7 OVERVIEW ......................
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WORK AREA 1. Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. 2. Do not operate power operated tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gasses or dust. Power operated tools can create sparks which may ignite dust or fumes. 3. Keep children and bystanders away while working. Distractions can cause you to lose control. ELECTRICAL SAFETY 1. Power operated tools must match the power outlet.
. Dress properly. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. For best footing, wear rubber soled footwear. Keep floor clear of oil, scrap wood, etc. 6. Concentrate on the job in hand, no matter how trivial it may seem. Be aware that accidents are caused by carelessness due to familiarity. POWER OPERATED TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Do not use the power operated tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PAINT SPRAYING 1. Never spray in the direction of persons or animals. Never allow the paint to come into contact with the skin. In the case of injury, seek expert medical advice immediately. 2. Always wear a suitable approved breathing mask when spraying, to protect against inhalation of paint spray or fumes. An air feed mask may be required when spraying some types of paint. If in doubt, check with the paint manufacturer. 3. Always make sure there is adequate ventilation.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING! Read these electrical safety instructions thoroughly before connecting the product to the mains supply. Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate on 230VAC 50Hz. Do not connect it to any other power source. This product may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change the fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted.
OVERVIEW The High Volume/Low Pressure (HVLP) spray gun reduces the spray mist associated with compressed air spraying and therefore both reduces paint loss and masking requirements. The gun may be used with various spray mediums, including varnishes, wood preservatives, masonry paints, enamel paints, and oil and water based paints. 1 2 1.
OPERATION GENERAL PREPARATION Do not use textured wall paints or coatings as they are likely to block the nozzle. To obtain the best results, it is important that you prepare the surface to be sprayed and thin the paint to the correct viscosity before you operate your spray gun. Always ensure that the surfaces to be sprayed are free from dust, dirt and grease. Make sure that you have masked the areas that should not be sprayed, using a good quality masking tape.
START-UP 1. Unscrew the container from the spray gun and align the suction tube to suit the angle of spraying. Suction Tube • When spraying horizontal surfaces or pointing the gun downwards, turn the suction tube forward (A). If spraying objects at high level, turn the suction tube back towards you (B) as shown in Fig 1. B A Fig 1 2. Fill the container with prepared paint and screw the container onto the spray gun. Place the spray gun in the holder of the machine base until ready to start spraying.
ADJUSTMENTS SPRAY PATTERN Adjust the spray gun by rotating the nozzle and setting the tabs on the air cap as shown. Three different spray settings can be chosen, depending on the application and target object. A) Flat, narrow jet (for horizontal surfaces) B) Tall, narrow jet (for vertical surfaces) C) Circular jet (for corners, edges and hard to reach areas) Fig 3 A) horizontal flat jet B) vertical flat jet C) tabs back • Note that both tabs must be adjusted as a pair. SPRAY VOLUME 1.
SPRAYING TECHNIQUE The quality of the finished work depends on the smoothness and cleanliness of the surface to be sprayed. Therefore the surface should be carefully prepared and kept free from dust. Carefully mask all areas not to be painted and cover all surrounding areas. It is advisable to test the spray gun on cardboard or a similar surface to find the correct setting. Start spraying outside the actual target area and pass smoothly across the target without stoppages.
To obtain the best results, keep your spray gun level and parallel to the surface at all times. Keep the nozzle 25 - 30 cm from the surface and spray evenly from side to side or up and down. Do not spray at an angle as this will lead to paint runs on the surface. Use smooth and even strokes. When spraying large areas, using a criss-cross pattern as shown in Fig 6. Fig 6 13 Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400/E-mail:Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper care and regular cleaning. It is essential that the spray gun is cleaned thoroughly after every use. Failure to clean it will almost certainly result in blockages and it may not operate correctly when you next come to use it. The following action must be taken after every use: 1. Allow the remaining paint to flow back into the paint container. Empty any remaining material from the container. 2.
MAINTENANCE 1. Release the cover from the base unit by pinching the side clips together and lifting the cover off. Fig 8 2. Inspect the condition of the air filter. 3. The filter can be washed in soapy water or it should be replaced if badly fouled. 4. Replace the filter and the cover. IMPORTANT: NEVER OPERATE WITHOUT THE AIR FILTER;- DIRT COULD BE SUCKED IN AND INTERFERE WITH THE FUNCTION OF THE SPRAY GUN. Check the power cable to ensure it is sound and free from cracks, bare wires etc.
FAULT FINDING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION No spray or sound. No electrical power. Check power supply. Motor hums but does not spray or spray is irregular. Pick up pipe not in the right position. Adjust pick-up pipe. Blocked pick-up pipe. Clean with thinners. Blocked nozzle. Clean nozzle. Blocked air filter. Wash out, dry and re-fit. Paint volume needs adjustment. Adjust regulator. Paint volume adjustment is incorrect. Adjust regulator. Paint to thick. Check viscosity of paint.
COMPONENT PARTS - BASE ASSEMBLY No Parts List Part No No Parts List Part No 1 Air Filter Cover JJ910FC01 10 Cable Clip JJ910FC10 2 Air Filter JJ910FC02 11 Cable Sleeve JJ910FC11 3 Self Tapping Screw JJ910FC03 12 Power Cable JJ910FC12 4 Base Housing JJ910FC04 13 Upper Housing JJ910FC13 5 Heat Insulation Ring JJ910FC05 14 Connecting Hose JJ910FC14 6 Motor JJ910FC06 15 Handle JJ910FC15 7 Connector JJ910FC07 16 ON/OFF Switch JJ910FC16 8 Motor Sealing Ring JJ910FC08 17
COMPONENTS PARTS - SPRAY GUN No Parts List Part No No Parts List Part No 1 Paint Container JJ910FC19 13 Housing (R/H) JJ910FC31 2 Suction Tube JJ910FC20 14 Hook JJ910FC32 3 Container Sealing Disc JJ910FC21 15 Gun Body JJ910FC33 4 Adjusting Tab JJ910FC22 16 Trigger Stopper JJ910FC34 5 Union Nut JJ910FC23 17 Rear Cover JJ910FC35 6 Adjustable Air Cap JJ910FC24 18 Regulator Knob JJ910FC36 7 Fixed Nozzle (2.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 19 Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400/E-mail:Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.
