Troubleshooting & Faq's - Earlex SPRAY STATION GEMINI Manual De Instrucciones

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Troubleshooting & FAQ's -
PROBLEM
The paint splatters
The paint drips or sags on
surface
There is too much overspray
or fogging in the room
No paint being released
Q1. When should the air hose be disconnected?
A1. Always have the air disconnected during the cleaning process.
Q2. What you should do before disconnecting the paint tube.
A2. Prior to removing the paint tube from the unit release pressure in the tubing by squeezing the trigger slowly into the bucket.
Q3. How do I fit the gun into the docking station?
A3. Before replacing the gun in the docking station set Paint Flow Adjuster (8) to maximum by scrolling fully upwards.
Q4. Why is the paint spray spluttering?
A4. If the paint flow splutters air has entered the system. Ensure the pick up tube is in the fluid and the filter is submerged (paint level may need topping
up). Once topped up replace gun in docking station and allow to circulate for 2 minutes. This will remove air from the system.
Q5. What happens if I pull the trigger with the pump on?
A5. If the paint is primed in the tube with the pump on and the trigger is depressed, you will need to stop pulling the trigger and take a damp rag to the
nozzle and clean off any excess paint. Then turn the turbine on whilst holding a rag over the end to catch any excess paint from the air horn
holes. For a more thorough clean set the Spray Direction Plate (4) to horizontal or vertical pattern to lock the tip in place. Then you can remove the
air cap ring and air cap for a more thorough clean in a sink /under a faucet. (This also stands for any additional clean up during use). If the flow of
paint is slow, increase the paint speed dial (turning clockwise). If it is still too slow the paint may require dilution or the pick-up tube may be kinked.
Q6. What do I do if the atomization/ quality of spray is poor?
A6. If the paint atomization is poor try decreasing the paint speed dial (anti-clockwise) and also the paint flow adjuster on the gun by scrolling
downwards. Otherwise the paint dilution may require adjustment.
Q7. What do I do if the spray is too sparse?
A7. If the paint spray is too sparse, try increasing the paint speed dial (clockwise) and also the paint flow dial on the gun. Otherwise paint may require
dilution.
Q8. How do I stop the paint drying out if I pause the project for 15- 90 minutes?
A8. If pausing a project for a short while (15-90mins) put half a cup of water on the top of the paint in the container to prevent it from forming a skin.
Q9. How do I achieve a fine spray?
A9. By decreasing the paint flow dial on the gun by scrolling downwards and by moving closer to the target a thinner pattern can be achieved. Great for
edge detail or finishing off next to masking tape.
Q10. What do I do when the tip of my gun clogs with paint?
A10. While spraying, the tip can become clogged with dried paint. Keep a damp cloth handy during your project to occasionally wipe this dried paint
away.
Q11. What do I do if the spray direction plate is not working?
A11. If the spray direction plate is not changing the spray pattern as expected, remove the Air Cap (3) and ensure that the lugs on the Spray Direction
Plate (4) are located in the grooves on the Fluid Tip (5).
Q12. What do I do if my gun continues to spray after the trigger is let go?
A12. If the gun continues spraying after the trigger is let go, first ensure the Air Cap Ring (2) is fitted tightly. If this does not solve the issue, thoroughly
clean the gun, ensuring the Needle (7) and Fluid Tip (5) are free of all dried paint.
CAUSE
Paint viscosity is too thick
An area inside the spray gun has a degree of blockage Clean gun and filter paint in the container.
Gun wasn't correctly cleaned from previous project
Paint viscosity is low/thin
Paint output too high
Moving too slowly
Spray trigger held for too long
Spray gun too close
Paint flow too high and spraying too close to the
surface
Paint too thick
Fluid tip blocked
Pick-up tube blocked or missing
Air hose split
Grainy paint
Paint container almost empty
Spray gun at an angle
Air inlet blocked
Direct from the can or from the quart container
Thin as required using appropriate thinner (see thinning instructions).
Clean Gun
Add undiluted paint
Reduce the paint output by adjusting the paint flow adjuster (8)
Increase speed of application
Release Trigger sooner
Increase the distance between the spray gun and the work surface
Reduce paint flow and move further from the surface.
Add thinner
Clean the fluid tip (5)
Clean the gun and the pick-up tube or insert pick-up tube (11)
Replace air hose (15)
Filter the paint
Refill paint container (12)
Check that the pick-up tube (11) is pointing towards the paint
Check the condition of the filter (21) and clean or replace as necessary
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