User`s Manual - Offer Inspector
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1. User s Manual Model PT 100AC Smith Eastern Corporation 10630 S Riggs Hill Road e Jessup Maryland 20794 9425 USA 301 497 7600 e 800 937 HVLP 4857 e Fax 301 497 7613 protouch airverter com e www airverter com Compliance e Quality e Performance e Reliability 1999 Smith Eastern Corporation AirVerter ProTouch HVLP Paint Spray System AirVerter ProTouch HVLP Paint Spray System Please Read This Owner s Manual BEFORE Using Your ProTouch Spray Gun DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT USING PROPER PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT INCLUDING RESPIRATOR GOGGLES AND SAFETY CLOTHING OBSERVE ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO SPRAYING WARNING THIS EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED USING PRESSURIZED AIR ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPRAY GUN FROM AIR amp FLUID HOSES AND DEPRESSURIZE SYSTEM PRIOR TO ANY MAINTENANCE OR DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE WARRANTY Smith Eastern Corporation warrants to the Purchaser that the ProTouch PT 100AC Spray Gun is free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of purchase Should any failure appear during this period Smith Eastern shall if given prompt written notice by the Purchaser correct such nonconformity by repair or replacement of the non conforming part F O B Smith Eastern s repair facility Repair parts are warranted for ninety 90 days from the date of shipment but repairs or replacements to original equipment shal2. Note Position a pressure gauge in the air hose nearest the spray gun to be assured of the PSI required to satisfactorily spray your coating High Pressure Air Hose A Air hose lengths up to 50 feet MUST have an I D of 3 8 including fittings B Air hose lengths greater than 50 feet MUST have an I D of 1 2 including fittings Paint Cup Pressure Pot or Diaphragm Pump Be certain to follow manufacturer s instructions OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A The Protouch Model PT 100AC Spray Gun operates with the trigger controlling both the air and fluid flow B Select the proper Needle Nozzle combination for the coating and finish quality desired Too much pressure will create unnecessary overspray Using an 8 oz Paint Cup A Attach the 8 oz Paint Cup PT 24 to the Fluid Fitting PT 15 on the bottom of the gun and tighten Attach the One Way Check Valve DT 021 on the cup lid to the Air Pressure Elbow PT 16 on the gun B The 8 oz Paint Cup must be air tight clean and free of obstructions e The seal between the paint cup lid gasket and the lip of the cup MUST BE airtight e The One Way Check Valve supplying air to the paint cup MUST BE clean and free of obstructions e The One Way Check Valve must be installed with the arrow on the valve pointing towards the cup Paint will not flow if the valve is not properly installed C Never fill an 8 oz Paint Cup more than full This allows sufficient air space in
3. the cup for pressurization Using a Two Quart or Larger Remote Pressure Pot or Diaphragm Pump A Remove the Air Pressure Elbow PT 16 and replace it with the Air Pressure Plug AV 177 found in your parts kit B Attach the fluid hose from your pressure pot to a Fluid Fitting Adapter PT 35 Attach the Fluid Fitting Adapter to the Fluid Fitting PT 15 on the gun and tighten Before Spraying A Follow the Air Management and Paint Management Guidelines listed in this manual B Before paint is poured into the cup or diaphragm pump make certain paint is properly mixed This is particularly true when mixing multi component paints Use a paint shaker rotary mixer or paint paddle to achieve a homogeneous mixture Hint Split your paint into two parts the top will be lighter and the bottom will be heavier Completely stir the bottom half of the paint and slowly add small amounts of the top half into the heavier bottom C Strain your paint to remove impurities Use a cone strainer or a 100 mesh nylon bag or equivalent strainer D Thin your paint according to the manufacturer s specifications DO NOT OPERATE SPRAY GUNS WITHOUT PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT AirVerter ProTouch HVLP Paint Spray System E Ensure needle packings are properly adjusted Needle packings are preset at the factory to proper tension However use and cleaning may alter this setting To adjust needle packings to proper tension 1 Disconnect
4. Needle 6 Using a 10mm wrench remove the fluid Nozzle PT 05 and clean thoroughly 7 Thoroughly clean the Fluid Body PT 09 and Fluid Fitting PT 15 8 Reassemble all parts 9 Clean the 8 0z Cup ensuring that the Cup 1 Pressure Valve PT 19 is clean and free of obstructions Check cup gasket for wear Rotate or replace as necessary Keep the Air Pressure Elbow PT 16 clean and free of obstructions 12 Clean the Inductor Filter AV 009 LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS ie To maintain your ProTouch gun in the best working condition be sure to check and lubricate each indicated item in the diagram Use petroleum jelly or non silicon grease as a lubricant O hl O82 mm A a B A IE A Must Clean B Lubricate C C High Wear DO NOT OPERATE SPRAY GUNS WITHOUT PERSONAL SAFETY EQUI PMENT AirVerter ProTouch HVLP Paint Spray System PROTOUCH MODEL PT 100AC ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN PT 01 PT 04 PT 05 PT 06 PT 07 PT 10 f PT 12 PT 13 Bu mt PT 14 POS PT 03 DT 021 PT 41 PT 23 Part Description Part Description Part Description PT 01 Pattern Control Ring PT 11 Trigger PT 22 Fluid Tube PT 02 Air Cap PT 12 056 Needle
5. replace or clean strain paint Thin the coating Adjust packing Fill cup or pot but never the top Tighten Search for air leaks or blockages Adjust packing Air pressure tube requires replacing or close inspection Replace Replace Clean Strain paint Tighten Rotate Fluid Control Knob PT 14 on rear of gun clockwise Check for nozzle obstruction Loosen and adjust to correct tension Clean or replace Clean or replace Clean Replace air cap Re seat air cap Adjust Air Control Rod Clean valve DO NOT OPERATE SPRAY GUNS WITHOUT PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT AirVerter ProTouch HVLP Paint Spray System NOTES DO NOT OPERATE SPRAY GUNS WITHOUT PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT
6. PSI Application Thin Coatings Machines and implements small parts plant maintenance ZAHN 2 Test 16 to 22 seconds controlled production work work in enclosed areas with Minimum 40 PSI compressor pressure POOr ventilation priming Thin to Medium Coatings Dual gun work for all of the above listed applications will ZAHN 2 Test 22 to 30 seconds support up to 50 of 3 8 ID hose for each gun Also for High Solid Coatings Marine epoxies marine enamels high production steelwork high production with conveyer lines large ZAHN 3 Test 37 seconds surfaces with thinner viscosity material latex on wood or 50 to 70 PSI compressor pressure metal 80 Solids Coatings Ultra high production levels on extremely large surfaces 60 to 80 PSI compressor pressure un thinned epoxies enamels latex urethane DO NOT OPERATE SPRAY GUNS WITHOUT PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT AirVerter ProTouch HVLP Paint Spray System WARNING Gun must be de pressurized prior to any maintenance or disassembly procedure Disconnect all air and fluid hoses prior to performing any maintenance operation MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Disconnect gun from the air and fluid supply 2 Relieve pressure on the fluid 3 Remove the Pattern Control Ring PT 01 Air Cap PT 02 Detent Plate PT 03 and Air Cap Spring PT 04 and clean thoroughly Remove the Fluid Control Knob PT 14 Needle Spring PT 13 and Needle PT 12 5 Thoroughly clean the
7. Small PT 23 Paint Cup PT 03 Detent Plate PT 12 072 Needle Large PT 24 Cup Assembly PT 04 Air Cap Spring PT 13 Trigger Spring PT 40 1 Inductor Body PT 05 056 Fluid Nozzle Small PT 14 Adjustment Screw PT 41 Inductor Repair Kit PT 05 072 Fluid Nozzle Large PT 15 Fluid Connector AV 009 Inductor Filter PT 06 Packing Adjustment Screw PT 16 Air Pressure Elbow AV 021 Filter Retainer PT 07 Teflon Packing PT 19 Cup Pressure Valve AV 177 Air Pressure Plug PT 10 Trigger Pin PT 20 Cup Lid DT 021 One Way Check Valve PT 09 Gun Body PT 21 Cup Gasket PT 05 056 and PT 12 056 are standard PT 05 072 and PT 12 072 are optional DO NOT OPERATE SPRAY GUNS WITHOUT PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT AirVerter ProTouch HVLP Paint Spray System PROTOUCH MODEL PT 100AC BENCH STOCK PARTS KIT PART PT 225 Part PT 225 includes all parts listed in quantities indicated Individual parts may be ordered in any quantity desired Part NSN Description Quantity PT 01 4940 01 440 0892 Pattern Control Ring 1 PT 03 3040 01 396 7791 Air Cap Detent Plate 1 PT 12 056 4940 01 395 7967 Needle 056 STANDARD 1 PT 22 4710 01 439 9115 Fluid Tube AV 021 5365 01 395 1464 Filter Retainer 10 DT 021 4820 01 457 3857 One Way Check Valve 5 PROTOUCH MODEL PT 100 HIGH WEAR MAINTENANCE KIT PART PT 227 Part PT 227 includes all parts listed in quantities indicated Individual parts may be ordered in any quantit
8. attern used with the spray gun 6 8 from the work Overlap not more than 50 of the previous pass Do not fog coat This pattern is achieved by turning the Air Cap either horizontally or vertically C If you are having problems with the operation of your paint gun check the Trouble Shooting Guide at the end of the manual for possible causes and solutions PATTERN CONTROL FAN SHAPE AND SIZE The pattern shape is determined by the 3 different positions of the air cap shown below Vertical Pattern Horizontal Pattern Round Pattern The pattern size is determined by adjusting the needle adjustment screw found at the rear of the gun body A counter clockwise turn gives a narrow stream a clockwise turn gives a wider spray pattern DO NOT OPERATE SPRAY GUNS WITHOUT PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT AirVerter ProTouch HVLP Paint Spray System SPRAYING TECHNIQUES 1 For the best results keep gun at a right 4 When spraying from top to bottom use angle to the surface and about 7 from the horizontal pattern surface 5 Select the round jet pattern for intricate 2 Smooth even strokes across the work work with 50 overlap will result in an even 6 Spray a test pattern to ensure your gun is finish Cross coating is not necessary performing correctly 3 When spraying from left to right use vertical pattern G p mo a PE Z Vf yp RIGHT WRONG AIR AND PAINT MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES Approximate
9. from air and fluid sources 2 Remove the Pattern Control Ring PT 01 Air Cap PT 02 Detent Plate PT 03 and Air Cap Spring PT 04 3 Using a 10 mm wrench remove the Fluid Nozzle PT 05 Always retract the Needle prior to removing the Nozzle 4 Remove the Adjustment Screw PT 14 Needle Spring PT 13 and Needle PT 12 5 Using a fine tip slotted screw driver tighten the Packing Adjustment Screw Ya turn 6 Replace all parts 7 Repeat as necessary until Packings PT 07 are snug around the needle without interfering with Needle travel Spraying Air pressure forces paint from the paint container into the fluid chamber of the gun and out through the Nozzle where the flow of atomizing air breaks the paint stream into tiny particles creating the spray 1 Needle position controls the amount of paint flowing through the fluid nozzle 2 Trigger action controls needle position 3 The Fluid Control Knob at the rear of the spray gun controls trigger action Turning the knob to the right will reduce the fluid flow turning it to the left increases the flow B Adjust the pattern by turning the Air Cap PT 02 at the front of the gun 1 Round Pattern used to draw fine lines with the gun close to the work for touch up work camouflage patterns and painting surfaces in difficult to reach places distant from the spray gun This pattern is achieved by turning the Air Cap 45 degrees 2 Full Fan P
10. l not renew or extend the warranty period of such equipment Equipment and parts furnished by Smith Eastern but manufactured by others shall be limited to the warranty offered by the manufacturer thereof Smith Eastern reserves the right to limit this warranty in cases of misuse or abuse Any modifications to spray guns or recommended procedures will void the warranty The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of other warranties of quality or performance expressed implied or statutory including any warranties of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose Why AirVerter Spray Gun Systems Work Better To accomplish effective atomization of a liquid at low pressure below 10 PSI it is necessary to substantially increase the air volume CFM The AirVerter Inductor a patented system converts high pressure compressed air to low pressure air 10 PSI or below and increases air volume substantially The result is less overspray and greater transfer efficiency AirVerter systems are designed to prevent the operator from taking AirVerter spray guns out of compliance 10 PSI with EPA and California s South Coast Air Quality Management District SCAQMD regulations DO NOT OPERATE SPRAY GUNS WITHOUT PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT AirVerter ProTouch HVLP Paint Spray System EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS Air Compressor Air compressors used with AirVerter Spray Guns must be able to HOLD a minimum of 40 PSI while spraying
11. y desired rate nn Desenpon au AV 009 4310 01 395 7387 Inductor Filter pkg of 5 AV 021 5365 01 395 1464 Filter Retainer 5330 01 395 3027 Teflon Packing pkg of 3 DT 021 4820 01 457 3857 One Way Check Valve PT 21 5330 01 395 1465 Cup Gasket DO NOT OPERATE SPRAY GUNS WITHOUT PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT AirVerter ProTouch HVLP Paint Spray System PROTOUCH PT 100AC TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Paint will not flow Inconsistent Spray Pattern Spits and Sputters Leakage at Front of Gun Distorted Spray Pattern Air Control not Working Properly Blockage in fluid nozzle Loss of air pressure in cup Loose fluid nozzle Paint tube loose damaged or clogged Coating is too thick Loose Needle Packing Running out of paint Loose fluid tube Loss of fluid pressure Loose needle packing Damaged air pressure tube Damaged fluid needle Wrong size fluid needle Dirty fluid nozzle Impurities in paint Loose fluid nozzle Fluid adjustment screwed all the way out Needle not firmly seated in the nozzle Packing too tight Dirty or damaged air cap Dirty or damaged fluid nozzle or needle Fluid nozzle partially clogged Fluid nozzle not centered with air cap Air Cap not seated correctly Air Control Rod out of adjustment Valve is stuck Clean or replace strain paint Search for air leaks and check cup gasket Tighten Tighten
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