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THE COMPLETE PAINT SPRAYING SYSTEM
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the Earlex HVLP Spray Kit.
This is a highly versatile spray kit and can be used on
a variety of applications.
BEFORE USE - PLEASE READ THE SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Please retain for future reference
INSTRUCTIONS D'UTILISATION
Merci d'avoir acheté le kit de pulvérisation HVLP Earlex.
Il s'agit d'un kit de pulvérisation extrêmement polyvalent
dont vous pouvez vous servir pour une grande variété d'applications.
AVANT UTILISATION - VEUILLEZ LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'EMPLOI ET LA
SÉCURITÉ.
Veuillez conserver pour référence ultérieure
INSTRUCCIONES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO
Gracias por adquirir el Kit de Pulverización HVLP de Earlex.
Se trata de un kit de pulverización altamente versátil que puede
usarse en una gran variedad de aplicaciones.
ANTES DE USARLO - LEA LAS INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Y MANTENIMIENTO.
Guarde estas instrucciones para futura referencia
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INTRODUCTION
HVLP stands for High Volume, Low Pressure. This is a type of spraying that allows you to spray extremely
accurately but without all the overspray that occurs with the high pressure tank type equipment. In fact, in some
parts of the world the high pressure systems are banned by law on environmental grounds and HVLP type
systems are the only alternative for professional type spraying. This gun is extremely easy to use, very safe
and reduces the amount of paint used.
PLEASE NOTE
We have done all we can to ensure that used correctly and according to these instructions, this Spray Gun will
give long and trouble free life. We accept no responsibility for damage caused by the use of incorrect or
unsuitable substances, paints or fluids which have not been thinned correctly or are unsuitable for the surfaces
to which they are applied, health hazards arising from lack of ventilation when working in confined spaces or
failure of the equipment due to inadequate cleaning of the components after use. If in doubt, always test a small
inconspicuous area first. Always read the paint manufacturer’s instructions first. Neither our guarantee nor the
above statement affects your statutory rights.
IMPORTANT: SELECTING PAINT
This is a highly versatile spray kit that can be used with several different spray mediums including varnishes,
wood preservatives, enamels, oil and water based paints and automotive paints. However some materials
cannot be sprayed so please check the recommendation of the manufacturer before buying the paint. If a
material refers to brush application only, then it usually cannot be sprayed.
THIS UNIT CANNOT BE USED FOR TEXTURED PAINTS. USE OF THESE MATERIALS WILL CAUSE
PREMATURE WEAR, WHICH WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
TO OBTAIN THE BEST RESULTS FROM YOUR SPRAY KIT PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE USE.
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SPARE PARTS DRAWING
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SPARE PARTS LIST
Key Description
01. Air Cap Ring
02. Air Cap
03. Spray Direction Plate
04. Fluid Tip (2.0mm)
05. Fluid Tip Seal
06. Fluid Needle (2.0mm)
07. Spring
08. Fluid Adjusting Screw
09. Gland Nut
Part No. Key Description
Part No.
L0272
L0214
L0335
L0201
SG243
L0078
L0202
L0209
L0058
L0215
L0205
L0206
L0237
L0211
L0236
L0216
L0210
L0208
10. Gland Seal
11. Paint Feed Tube
12. Paint Container Seal
13. Paint Container (Clear)
14. Viscosity Cup
15. Hose Assembly
16. Trigger
17. Trigger Pin
18. Filter (not shown)
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FITTING THE POD
Fit the pod moulding (L0021) to the motor housing by pushing it into the recess in the base until it clicks into
place. The pod is secured with the screw (L0116) provided. (Below)
PREPARATION
Preparation of the surface and thinning of the paint are the two most important areas to be concerned with to
obtain the best results from your spray kit.
Ensure all surfaces are free from dust, dirt, rust and grease. If necessary rub down with sandpaper, or similar.
Masking of areas is important to ensure you do not spray those areas you wish to remain untouched.
THINNING
Your spray kit is supplied with a viscosity cup. Viscosity is a technical term used to indicate if a product is very
thin or very thick. If thin, the viscosity is said to be low, while if very thick the viscosity is said to be high.
Viscosity is measured in seconds. In order to spray some materials they need to be “thinned” (diluted).
Thinning is very important when spraying. Most paints etc are supplied ready for brush application and may
need to be thinned (diluted) for spraying purposes. Follow the manufacturers guide for thinning in conjunction
with a spray gun. If in doubt please contact the manufacturers of the paint. The viscosity cup supplied will help
you determine the correct thickness of the paint. Paint is “thinned” by adding the substance which the paint
is based upon. If a water based paint then water is added, if oil based then white spirit.
As some paints, wood preservatives and other sprayable materials contain particles that have differing
qualities, please ensure that when filling the paint container of the spray gun, that the paint is filtered through
either a funnel with a filter on it or through nylon tights or stockings. This will ensure that no large particles enter
the paint container, so preventing blockages and providing you with trouble free spraying. Ensure that a face
mask, gloves and goggles are worn at all times when spraying.
IDEAL VISCOSITY
Water based paints and latex
Oil based paints
Wood preservatives
Primers
25 - 60 seconds
45 - 50 seconds
No dilution
45 - 50 seconds
No dilution
No dilution
No dilution
Manufacturer’s ratio
Varnishes
Aluminium paints
Wood stains
Automotive Paint
This gun can be used with products having a viscosity ranging from 25 to 60 seconds.
Dip the viscosity cup into the material and fill up. Time how long it takes for the viscosity
cup to empty (Fig. 1)
Using the above chart (or manufacturer’s instructions) as a guide determine if the
material requires further thinning, if so then thin accordingly.
If the paint requires thinning, start with a 10% dilution of the paint. To do this, fill a 1litre
container with the required paint. The viscosity cup supplied with the unit holds 1/10 of a
litre, block the hole in the viscosity cup and fill up with the required thinner. Add the
thinner to the paint and stir, measure the viscosity using the recommended viscosity chart
above.
Fig. 1
If the paint requires further thinning, dilute the paint by another 5% (5% will be equal to half a viscosity cup)
with the required thinner and measure the viscosity, if the paint is not at it's recommended viscosity, repeat the
above step.
Note: Some paints are outside the ranges listed above. Please contact our helpline for further information.
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