Operation (continued)
Paint and Materials Preparation
Verify with the paint or materials supplier the percentage of thinning required for use with these Sprayers. Try thinning a small amount and testing the spray action. Thoroughly mix material before testing.
Viscosity
Viscosity is the technical term used to indicate the liquidity (thickness or thinness) of the material being sprayed. Viscosity is measured in the number of seconds required for the material to pass through the Viscosity Tester (see FIGURE 1). This sprayer can spray mate- rials with a viscosity range of 10 to a maximum of 60 (DINS). Material with a higher viscosity can be used only with water soluble products (outdoor and indoor wall applications). Use high quality products.
FIGURE 1
To test the viscosity of a material:
Attach to wall here.
1.Place your finger over the output hole of the Viscosity Meter (4). See FIGURE 1.
2.Fill the Cup on the Viscosity Meter (4) to the top. See FIGURE 1.
3.While holding the Viscosity Meter (4) over the material source can, let go of the output hole and count the number of seconds it takes for it to empty completely. The number of seconds
is the viscosity rating.
Cup
Place finger over hole in the bottom.
Guidelines for Thinning
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Filler | 10 to 20 |
Wood Stain | 15 to 25 |
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2- Pack Paint | |
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Oil Based Paint | |
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Water Soluble or | 40 or higher |
Finish Products |
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Note: These are general guidelines only. Refer to the material manufacturer’s reccomendations for thinning instructions.
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