Using the Output Control Knob

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Adjust the output control knob on the back of the gun to control the volume of paint that you wish to apply (fig 3). This will also affect the spray pattern. A poor spray pattern will concentrate the paint in the centre of the spray and give a blotchy finish. A good spray pattern is achieved when there is an even amount of material in a fine spray throughout the pattern.

Turning the output control knob clockwise reduces the flow of material whilst turning it anti-clockwise increases the flow. To adjust the pattern undertake the following:

1.Turn the knob anti-clockwise to the maximum position.

2.Pull the trigger and test the pattern on a piece of cardboard or newspaper.

3.Turn the output control knob clockwise until the spray pattern is correct.

If you have undertaken the above and you still cannot obtain a good spray pattern then the material being sprayed probably requires further thinning.

MASK ANY AREAS YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE SPRAYED.

SPRAYING TECHNIQUE

1.To obtain the best results always keep your spray gun level and spray equally from side to side or

up or down 25-30cm (10”-12”) from the surface. Avoid spraying at an angle as this will lead to runs on the surface (fig 4).

2.Let your arm control the left to right movement rather than your wrist as this will aid even paint distribution over the whole area (fig 4).

3.Do not tip the sprayer to more than 45o angle. Material could flow into the motor housing and damage the sprayer.

Fig 4

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