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Earlex CHV512 Operating Instructions Manual

Earlex craft paint spraying kit

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Operating Instructions

Thank you for purchasing this Create by Earlex™ Craft Paint Spraying kit.
This is a highly versatile spray kit and can be used on a variety of applications.
BEFORE USE - PLEASE READ THESE SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Please retain for future reference
Go to www.earlexcreate.com to register your product

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Thank you for purchasing this Create by Earlex™ Craft Paint Spraying kit. This is a highly versatile spray kit and can be used on a variety of applications. BEFORE USE - PLEASE READ THESE SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Page 2 (not supplied) Certain coatings may require dilution.
  • Page 3 MATERIAL BEING USED. If the supply cord is damaged, The spray gun must only be it must be replaced by Earlex used with paints that have a or its appointed agents to suitable flash point for avoid a hazard.
  • Page 4: Extension Cords

    (L1953) EXTENSION CORDS Your Create by Earlex™ Craft Paint Spraying Kit is supplied with a power cord that is 6 feet long. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. For lengths up to 50 feet, 0.75mm...
  • Page 5 Part No. No. Description No. Description Part No. L0215 Air Cap Ring 11. Paint Feed Tube L0947 Air Cap L2038 12. Paint Container Seal L0335 Spray Direction Plate L0206 13. 250ml Paint Container (Clear)L0909 L0231 Fluid Tip (1mm) 14. Trigger L0202 L0211 Fluid Tip Seal...
  • Page 6 Create by Earlex™ is a simple to use paint sprayer specifically designed for arts and crafts. The compact, portable unit and easy to use spray gun provides a soft, even spray, perfect for your decorating tasks. This is a highly versatile Craft Spraying Kit that can be used with several different water-based spray mediums including acrylics, fabric and poster paints.
  • Page 7 Yes/no Paint Emulsion Paints Gloss Paints Fabric Paints Metallic Paints Acrylic Paints Wood Stains Gesso Primer Poster Paints Glazes and Varnishes Rough Textured Paints Solvent-Based Paints In order to spray some materials they need to be “thinned” (diluted). Thinning is very important when spraying.
  • Page 8 Fill the Paint Container (13) with the material to be sprayed. DO NOT FILL above MAX level indicator. Stir the paint well using Paint Stirrer (16) supplied. Push the Paint Feed Tube (11) firmly into the base of the spray gun body. Screw the container onto the gun body tightly.
  • Page 9 Min. The volume of paint sprayed is easily adjustable (Fig.3). Completely close the Fluid Adjusting Screw (8) by turning fully clockwise. While pulling the Trigger (14), begin turning the fluid adjusting screw anticlockwise until the volume of paint you require is obtained.
  • Page 10 Evenly control the speed of movement of the spray gun. A fast speed will give a thin coat and a slow speed will give a thick coat. Only apply one coat at a time. If an additional coat is required, follow the paint manufacturer’s instructions for drying times.
  • Page 11 Your Create by Earlex™ Craft Paint Spraying Kit comes complete with 5 stencils, perfect for decorating walls, furniture, fabric and other items (Fig.6). Attach the stencil to the surface using the masking tape provided, making sure the stencil lies completely flat. This will prevent the air from the gun getting underneath the stencil and raising it from the surface.
  • Page 12 THE SPRAY GUN MUST BE THOROUGHLY CLEANED IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE. IF THE PAINT DRIES INSIDE THE GUN CLEANING WILL BECOME MUCH MORE DIFFICULT AND MAY RENDER THE GUN INOPERABLE. THIS IS NOT COVERED BY THE LIMITED WARRANTY. The spray gun is the same as a paintbrush, if it is not cleaned the paint will go hard and can become useless.
  • Page 13 This unit is a Class II appliance which means it is double-insulated for your protection, no earthing wire is necessary. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Earlex Ltd or our appointed agents to avoid a hazard.
  • Page 14 Cause Problem Action Required Add undiluted material The paint runs on Paint too diluted the item being Reduce the paint flow by turning Paint volume too high sprayed Fluid Adjusting Screw (8) clockwise Moving too slowly Increase speed of application Release trigger earlier Gun trigger held too long Increase the distance between gun...
  • Page 16 USED FOR ANY PURPOSES OTHER THAN THOSE DETAILED HEREIN GUARANTEE There is a full 2 years guarantee on your Create by Earlex™ Craft Paint Spraying Kit against faulty manufacture and materials from date of purchase. This is offered over and above your normal consumer statutory rights.