Proper Spraying Technique - WAGNER FLEXIO 2500 Owner's Manual

PROPER SPRAYING TECHNIQUE

The room or area you are spraying must
STOP be properly masked in order to prevent
overspray from covering woodwork, floors
or furnishings. Make sure you have properly
masked the room/area per the instructions
on the enclosed "Taping Guide".
If spraying with an air-assisted (HVLP)
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spray system is new or unfamiliar to you, it
is advisable to practice on a piece of scrap
wood or cardboard before beginning on
your intended workpiece and/or test with
water.
Watch videos on proper use and get tips
and tricks at www.wagnerspraytech.com/
sprayer-tips-and-tricks-videos/
HOW TO SPRAY PROPERLY
It is important to keep your arm moving whenever the
gun is being triggered. If you pause or linger in one spot
STOP
too long, too much material will be sprayed to the surface.
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Position the spray gun perpendicular to and six (6) to eight (8) inches from the
spray surface, depending upon the spray pattern size desired. With reduced
material flow and air power, you can get closer to the spraying surface.
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Spray parallel to the surface with smooth passes at a consistent speed as
illustrated below. Doing this will help avoid irregularities in the finish (i. e.
runs and sags).
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Always apply a thin coat of material first then allow to dry before applying a
second, slightly heavier coat.
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When spraying larger surfaces, overlap each spray pass by at least 50% This
will ensure full coverage.
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When spraying, always trigger the spray gun after spray pass has begun
and release trigger before stopping the pass. Always keep the gun pointed
squarely at the spray surface and overlap passes slightly to obtain the most
consistent and professional finish possible.
During a project, periodically wipe the nozzle tip with a cloth to remove any dried paint.
STOP
When you quit spraying for any length of time, unplug the sprayer. When you restart, wipe the nozzle with
a damp cloth to remove any dried paint.
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SPRAY POSTER
A spray poster is included with your unit. The spray poster can
be adhered to a spraying surface and can be used for practice.
Follow the guidelines on the poster.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All objects to be sprayed should be thoroughly cleaned before
spraying material on them. Areas not to be sprayed may, in
certain cases, need to be masked or covered.
SPRAY AREA PREPARATION
The spray area must be clean and free of dust in order to avoid
blowing dust onto your freshly sprayed surface.
Light coat
EN
Even coat throughout
Correct 6 to 8 inches
Keep stroke smooth and at an even speed
Heavy coat
Incorrect
Do not ex wrist while spraying.
Light coat