TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEm

cAuSE

AcTION REQuIRED

 

 

 

Paint Sprayer hums but

Piston sticking (3c)

Remove the large knob at the top of the unit. Pull Nozzle

does not operate

 

and Piston Assembly down and back to release from main

 

 

gun assembly. Insert the metal punch (7), supplied in the

 

 

spares pack, into the front of the cylinder housing and

 

 

gently tap the punch to eject the seized piston. Clean and

 

 

lubricate piston and cylinder. Re-assemble carefully in

 

 

reverse order. Remember to replace the compression

 

 

spring onto the piston before fitting the piston. Ensure you

 

 

have not dropped any parts into main Paint Sprayer

 

 

assembly.

 

 

 

No suction feed

Liquid too thick

Thin liquid as recommended or contact paint manufacturer

 

No Valve Assembly

Remove Nozzle, and insert Valve Assembly and refit

 

(3a)

Nozzle

 

 

 

Paint Suction Tube

Clean filter

 

and Filter Assembly

 

 

(4) blocked

 

 

 

 

Paint Sprayer motor

Nozzle blocked part

Clean thoroughly with thinners or if water based paint,

operates, but nothing

(1/2)

clean with water.

comes out

Nozzle Valve

Clean thoroughly with thinners.

 

Assembly blocked

 

 

(3a)

 

 

 

 

Paint Sprayer motor

Paint Container

Refill Paint Container

operates but spluttering

almost empty

 

 

Paint Sprayer held at

Hold at correct angle

 

wrong angle

Thin liquid as recommended

 

Liquid too thick

 

 

 

Incorrectly set

Adjust regulator at back of Paint Sprayer

 

regulation control

 

 

Incorrect Nozzle

Replace Nozzle with other size

 

fitted

 

 

Worn Nozzle (1/2)

Replace Nozzle

 

Worn Valve

 

 

Assembly (3a)

Replace Valve Assembly

 

 

 

Paint dripping from

Nozzle loose

Tighten Nozzle

Nozzle

 

 

 

Paint Sprayer held

Keep Paint Sprayer upright

 

at more than 45˚

 

 

 

 

Excessive overspray

Pressure too high

Turn output knob clockwise to reduce pressure.

 

Holding Paint

Hold Paint Sprayer about 25-30cm (10”-12”) from work

 

Sprayer too far from

 

 

surface

 

 

 

 

Runs and sags in paint

Arm movement too

See section on spraying. (See page 6 and 7).

 

slow

 

 

Paint Sprayer too

 

 

close to work surface

 

 

Applying too much

 

 

paint in one go

 

 

 

 

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Earlex ASG55 operating instructions Troubleshooting, PROBLEm CAuSE AcTION REQuIRED

ASG55 specifications

The Earlex ASG55 is a versatile and powerful paint sprayer designed for both professional contractors and DIY enthusiasts. Renowned for its efficiency and ease of use, the ASG55 enables users to achieve a superior finish on various surfaces, including wood, metal, and plastic.

One of the standout features of the ASG55 is its advanced turbine technology, which delivers a consistent and powerful airflow. This turbine system enhances the sprayer's ability to atomize paint, allowing for a fine, even mist that covers surfaces uniformly. Users appreciate this technology as it reduces the risk of runs and drips, which can often mar the final result of a paint job.

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