The device is a touch-up spray gun, designed for precision application of paints, lacquers, thinners, and base coats. It is not recommended for use with latex or other heavy paints. This tool is intended for personal, family, or household use, rather than commercial or business applications.
Function Description:
The spray gun operates by connecting to a clean air source, with an optimal inlet air pressure between 40 and 45 P.S.I. An in-line air filter is highly recommended to prevent contaminants from entering the gun, ensuring peak performance. The gun features controls for adjusting fluid volume, spray pattern shape, and spray pattern orientation. The fluid volume is controlled by a knob, which, when turned in, decreases volume, and when turned out, increases volume. Once the desired volume is set, it can be locked with a nut. The spray pattern shape can be adjusted from a round to a flat pattern by turning the pattern control knob; turning it in rounds the pattern, while turning it out flattens it. The spray pattern orientation (horizontal or vertical) is adjusted by rotating the air nozzle. The pattern is perpendicular to the "ears" on the nozzle, meaning horizontal ears result in a vertical spray pattern, and vertical ears result in a horizontal pattern. The gun is designed to deliver a consistent and controlled spray for touch-up applications.
Usage Features:
Before operation, it is crucial to read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings to prevent personal injury, property damage, and to maintain warranty validity. The work area must be kept clean, well-lighted, and free from obstructions and flammable gases or liquids. Children should be kept away from the work area and the tool. When not in use, the tool should be stored in a dry, locked location out of reach of children.
All persons in the work area must wear approved eye and ear protection and breathing apparatus. Loose clothing or jewelry should be avoided to prevent entanglement with moving parts. Proper footing and balance must be maintained, and operators should remain alert and use common sense. The spray gun should never be aimed at anyone, nor should it be used near sparks, open flames, lit cigarettes, pilot lights, or space heaters. Smoking in the work area is strictly prohibited.
Air source manufacturers' directions for connecting regulators, filters, and other accessories should be followed. Quick couplers should not be installed directly on the tool to avoid premature wear of air inlet threads; instead, they should be installed on a short length of air hose attached to the tool.
It is essential to follow manufacturers' instructions and safety information for the proper handling and use of paints, lacquers, thinners, and base coats. The spray gun must always be disconnected from the air source before any disassembly.
A critical warning concerns the use of certain solvents: 1,1,1-Trichloroethane and Methylene Chloride (Dichloromethane) can chemically react with the aluminum in most spray equipment, potentially causing an explosion. Users must read the label or data sheet of the material to be sprayed and never use materials containing these solvents. If there is any doubt about the material's composition, the supplier should be consulted. Acids should not be used for cleaning.
Before each use, the tool should be checked for any damaged parts to ensure proper operation and function. Any damaged part should be repaired or replaced by a qualified technician using original Performance Tool® replacement parts to maintain safety and warranty. Only accessories recommended by the manufacturer for this specific model should be used.
Maintenance Features:
Regular maintenance is vital for the spray gun's longevity and performance. The gun must be cleaned before and after each use. To remove any oils or corrosion-resistant agents applied during shipping, a small amount of appropriate thinner should be placed in the paint cup and sprayed through the gun while repeatedly pulling and releasing the trigger. The exterior of the gun, nozzles, and paint cup should also be wiped clean.
If the gun becomes clogged, it should be completely disassembled, and all parts soaked in thinner. After soaking, a wire and cleaning brush should be used to clear small internal passages. The paint cup filter should also be checked and cleaned, and replaced if worn.
Troubleshooting guidelines are provided for common issues. A "Half-Moon Shaped Pattern" is typically caused by clogged air holes on the air nozzle ears and can be resolved by carefully cleaning these holes with a wire after soaking in thinner. An "Irregular or Offset Pattern" may result from a dirty or damaged needle tip or fluid nozzle, or clogged atomization holes on the air nozzle; the solution involves cleaning or replacing the needle/fluid nozzle and cleaning the air nozzle. "Spitting" can be caused by too little material in the cup, a loose fluid nozzle, damaged needle packing, or a dirty/damaged needle and nozzle set; remedies include refilling the cup, tightening the nozzle, replacing packing, or cleaning/replacing parts. If "Material in cup bubbles or 'Boils'," it may indicate a loose, clogged, or damaged fluid nozzle or air nozzle, requiring cleaning, tightening, or replacement of these components. It is important to disconnect the spray gun from the air source before making any adjustments or performing maintenance.
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