I.C.T.C. Holdings Corporation 1240 manual Surface Preparation, Operating the Turbine

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3.4SURFACE PREPARATION

Ensure that the surface you are spraying is clean, dry, and free from dust, oil, grease or any other contaminant. A dirty or greasy surface will affect adhesion, can spoil a finish and is very difficult to correct once sprayed. If possible, always clean the surface with a tack rag to remove any dust or lint. Do not wipe the surface with your hand – body oil may stay on the part and ruin the surface preparation.

3.5OPERATING THE TURBINE

All HERO turbines are very simple to operate.

Single Speed Turbines are equipped with a standard two-way power switch: On/Off.

Variable Speed Turbines are equipped with a three-way power switch: On/Off/On. When the switch is in the “up” position, the turbine will operate at maximum air volume. When the switch is in the “middle” position, the turbine is off. When the switch is in the “down” position, the air volume output of the turbine can be adjusted based on the coating being sprayed and the finish required. For further information on the Variable Speed Controller, please refer to Section 2.3 of this manual.

All HERO turbines are equipped with a re-settable circuit breaker. If the turbine is not functioning properly, check your power supply and/or re-set the breaker switch on the face of the unit by pressing it once.

NOTE: Due to the high speed of the turbine (18,000 to 24,000 RPM) and the frictional forces this causes, it is normal for the turbine, hose and gun to heat up slightly during operation. Generally, the system will heat up and then remain at a constant temperature during use.

3.6SPRAY GUN TERMINOLOGY

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Warranty Important Read Before UsingSafety Precautions Important Operating TipsContents Hero Hvlp Advantage Getting Started Testing the TurbineTesting the Variable Speed Controller VSC Unpacking Your Hero SystemConnecting the Hose to the Turbine Connecting the Spray GUN and Test SprayGeneral Operating Instructions Paint Preparation and Viscosity ChartOperating Instructions and Painting Tips Material To Be Sprayed Time To First Break In Stream Viscosity ChartIdentifying Needle, Fluid Tip and Air Cap sizes NEEDLE, Fluid TIP and AIR CAP SelectionNeedle And Fluid Tip Selection Chart Material Viscosity Needle and Fluid TipOperating the Turbine Surface PreparationSpray GUN Terminology Operating the Spray GUN Spray Pattern SelectionTo Begin Spraying Air Cap Position Spray PatternProblem Solution Testing Prior to SprayingHorizontal Spay Pattern Test Basic Spraying Techniques Correct Application Technique When you are finished your spraying project Cleaning and MaintenanceBasic Clean UP Maintaining the Turbine AIR FiltersTo Clean Parts Individually And Replace Gaskets To Clean And Disassemble The GunComplete Disassembly and Cleaning of Spray GUN Replacing the CUP TOP Gasket To Replace The Cup Top GasketChanging the NEEDLE, Fluid TIP and AIR CAP Replacing the Gland SealTo Replace The Gland Seal Basic Troubleshooting Chart Trouble ShootingProblem Probable Cause Solutions Basic Troubleshooting Chart Problem Probable Cause Solutions Troubleshooting Finish Problems VOLUME-FED Systems for USE with Shop Compressors Options and AccessoriesVOLUME-FED Systems with BUILT-IN Compressors CUP-FED SystemsGUN Extension WANDS, TOUCH-UP CUP KIT and Other Accessories Replacement Parts and Technical SpecificationsWarranty Information Limited Warranty
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