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Adjustments
1. You can regulate the fluid flow with the Regulator Guide (#8). Slowly turn it to fine tune the
air pressure to meet your needs. You may also adjust the pressure with the air compressor.
Make sure you do not exceed the recommended 70 PSI.
2. You can change Nozzles (#2a, #2b, #2c) for different shaped sprays. First, disconnect
from the air source. Next, unscrew the Retaining Ring (#1). Unscrew the nozzle that is on
the unit and screw on the one you want to use. Screw on the Retaining Ring (#1).
It is recommended that you test all three nozzles by spraying on scrap material, to see the
spray patterns before using them.
Problem 1: Heavy top/bottom, or right/left pattern.
Cause: Material buildup on Nozzles (#2a, #2b, #2c).
Partially plugged Nozzles (#2a, #2b, #2c) center holes.
Solution: Remove Nozzles (#2a, #2b, #2c), soak in solvent, and wipe clean.
Cause: Material partially plugging Tip of Gun.
Solution: Remove Nozzles (#2a, #2b, #2c) and clean.
Cause: Damaged Needle Shaft (#9).
Solution: Have a qualified technician replace the Needle Shaft (#9)
Problem 2: Heavy Center Pattern
Cause: Too much paint.
Solution: Reduce fluid flow with the Regulator Guide (#8).
Cause: Coating too thick.
Solution: Thin out coating.
Problem 3: Split spray pattern.
Cause: Pressure too high.
Solution: Reduce air pressure at the regulator.
Cause: Not enough paint.
Solution: Increase fluid flow with the Regulator Guide (#8).
Problem 4: Jerky or fluttering spray.
Cause: Insufficient paint.
Solution: Fill Cup (#17).
Cause: Gun and Cup (#17) tipped at excessive angle.
Solution: Correct angle.
Problem 5: Air mixes with paint.
Cause: Worn Assembly Set (#11).
Solution:
Have a qualified technician replace the
Assembly Set (#11)
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