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General Spraying Techniques
1.
Select the proper fluid set for the fluid you are
spraying. See pages
4
and
5.
2.
When fluid
is
first being applied, start with the
fluid nozzle and air cap adjusted to the "normal
spray pattern" position.
See
Fig.
13.
Then adjust
as needed.
Normal
spray
Pattern
Wider
Pettern
Spray
Air
Cap
Flush
with
Fluid
Nozzle
Turn
Air
Cap
Retaining
Ring
In
-
Turn Air Cap
Retaining
Ring
Out
-
Fig.
13
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3.
Keep the gun perpendicular
to
the surface and
to
8
inches
(150
to
200
mm) from the object being
maintain a consistent distance
of
approximately
6
sprayed. See Fig.
14.
4.
Always have the spray gun in motion before trig-
gering
it.
Move the spray gun across the work-
piece in a straight, smooth stroke, maintaining the
the end of the stroke.
same speed and distance. Release the trigger at
5.
To obtain an even finish, overlap previous strokes
by the same amount, generally
50%
overlap.
6.
Apply a full, wet coat whenever possible.
Automotive Spraying Techniques
1.
When blending spots, work from the outside in.
2.
Two lengths
of
20
foot
(6.1
m) hose are recom-
mended when applying automotive finish coats,
The additional hose will allow the air to cool for
better flow.
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