Water- and solvent-based paints, finishes, primers, 2-component paints, clear finishes,
automotive finishes, staining sealers and wood sealer-preservatives.
1.2 Coating Materials Not Suitable for Use
Wall paints (emulsion paints) etc., alkali and acidic paints.
WARNING! Read this manual and general safety instructions carefully
before using the appliance, for your own safety. Your power tool should
only be passed on together with these instructions.
2 DESCRIPTION (FIG A)
1. Spray station
2. Volume regulator
3. On-/Off switch
4. Handle
5. Paint container
3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST
Remove all packaging materials.
Remove remaining packing and package inserts (if included).
Check that the package contents are complete.
Check the appliance, the power cord, the power plug and all accessories for
transportation damage.
Keep the packing materials as far as possible till the end of the warranty period. Dispose
it into your local waste disposal system afterwards.
6. Spray pistol
7. Trigger
8. Hook
9. Air hose
10. Nozzle
WARNING: Packaging materials are not toys! Children must not play with
plastic bags! Danger of suffocation!
1x 900W spray station
1 x 3m air hose
1 x viscosity cup
If any parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.
1 x spray pistol
1 x Instruction manual
4 SYMBOLS
In this manual and/or on the machine the following symbols are used:
Denotes risk of personal
injury or damage to the tool.
Avoid accidental starts. Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting the plug.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools when the
switch is in the on position makes accidents more likely.
Remove any adjusting keys or spanners before turning on the power tool. A spanner or
key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
Do not reach out too far. Keep your feet firmly on the ground at all times. This will enable
you retain control over the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from the power tool. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can become
entangled in the moving parts.
If there are devices for connecting dust extraction and collection facilities, please ensure
that they are attached and used correctly. Using such devices can reduce dust-related
hazards.
5.4 Power tool use and care
Do not expect the power tool to do more than it can. Use the correct power tool for what
you want to do. A power tool will achieve better results and be safer if used in the context
for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch cannot turn it on and off. A power tool with a
broken switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
Store power tools, when not in use, out of the reach of children and do not allow people
who are not familiar with the power tool or these instructions to operate it. Power tools are
potentially dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or jammed moving parts, breakages or any
other feature that might affect the operation of the power tool. If it is damaged, the power
tool must be repaired. Many accidents are caused by using poorly maintained power
tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to jam and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and cutting tools, etc., in accordance with these
instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into
account the working conditions and the work which needs to be done. Using a power tool
in ways for which it was not intended can lead to potentially hazardous situations.
5.5 Service
Your power tool should be serviced by a qualified specialist using only standard spare
parts. This will ensure that it meets the required safety standards.
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6 SAFETY WARNINGS FOR FINE-SPRAY SYSTEMS
Keep area clean well lit and free of paint or solvent containers, rags, and other flammable
materials. Spontaneous combustion may occur. Fire extinguisher equipment shall be
present and working at all times.
Provide for good ventilation in the spraying area and for sufficient fresh air in the complete
room. Evaporating inflammable solvents create an explosive environment.
Do not use materials with a flashpoint below 21 °C for spraying and cleaning. Use water-
based materials, non-volatile hydrocarbons or similar materials. Fast evaporating solvents
create an explosive environment.
Do not spray in the vicininty of ignition sources, such as static electricity sparks, open
flames, pilot lights, hot objects, engines/ motors, cigarettes and sparks from plugging in or
unplugging power cords or operating switches. Such spark sources can ignite the spraying
vicinity/environment.
Do not spray any liquid of unknown hazard potential. Unknown materials can create
hazardous conditions.
Wear additional protective equipment such as appropriate protective gloves and protective
masks or respirators when spraying or handling chemicals. Wearing protective equipment
for the appropriate conditions reduces the exposure to hazardous substances.
Never point the spray jet against yourself, towards other persons or animals. Keep your
hands and other body parts away from the spray jet. If the spray jet should penetrate the
skin, seek medical attention immediately from a doctor. The material being sprayed can
even penetrate the skin through a glove and be injected into your body.
Do not treat injection as a simple cut. Highpressure spray is able to inject toxins into the
body and cause serious bodily injury. In the event that injection occurs, seek medical
attention immediately.
Be aware of possible hazards from the spray material. Observe the information on
drums/tanks/tins as well as manufacturer information of the spray material, including the
request to wear personal protective equipment. The manufacturer's instructions are to be
observed in order to reduce the risk of fire as well as injuries caused through toxins,
carcinogens, etc.
Use only nozzles/nozzle inserts specified by the manufacturer. Never spray without the
nozzle protection mounted. Use of a special nozzle insert with the corresponding nozzle
protection reduces the probability that a high-pressure jet penetrates the skin and injects
toxins into the body.
Exercise caution when cleaning and changing nozzle inserts. If the nozzle insert should
become clogged during spraying, follow the manufacturer's instructions for switching off
the system and relieving the pressure before removing the nozzle. Fluids under high
pressure can penetrate the skin, inject toxins into the body and lead to serious injury.
Keep the plug of the mains cord and the trigger switch of the spray gun clear of paint and
other fluids. Never hold the cord by its connectors to support it. Failure to follow the
instruction can lead to electric shock.
We accept no responsibility for damage caused by the use of unsuitable
substances, or paints that have not been thinned correctly, and any health
hazards that arise from lack of adequate ventilation
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6.1 Immediately switch off the spray gun when :
Interruption in the mains plug, mains lead or mains lead damage.
Defect switch.
Smoke or stench of scorched isolation.
7 ASSEMBLY
7.1 Preparation (fig 1.)
Do not use textured wall paints or coatings as this will block the nozzle.
To obtain the best results, it is important that you prepare the surface to be sprayed and thin
the paint to the correct viscosity, before you operate your spray gun. Always ensure that the
surfaces to be sprayed are free from dust, dirt and grease. Make sure that you have masked
the areas that should not be sprayed, using a good quality masking tape. The paint or fluid to
be sprayed should be thoroughly mixed and free from lumps or other particles. Many
substances can be sprayed with your spray gun, but always check the manufacturers
recommendations before purchasing your paint.
Always remember to disconnect from the mains supply before filling the
paint container with sprayable material.
Most paints are supplied ready for brush application and will need to be thinned before they
are suitable to be sprayed. Follow the manufacturer’s advice on thinning. The paint when
used with a spray gun. The viscosity cup will help you to determine the correct viscosity of
paint to be used. To determine the correct viscosity, fill the cup to the brim with the paint.
Measure the amount of time it takes for the cup to empty back into the can.
The table below shows recommended times for different types of material.
Plastic & latex paint 24 - 28 seconds
Water based paint 20 - 25 seconds
Primers 24- 28 seconds
Varnishes 20 - 25 seconds
Oil based paints 18 - 22 seconds
Enamel paints 18 - 22 seconds
Aluminum paints 22 - 25 Seconds
Car under sealing 25 - 35 seconds
Wood sealers 28 - 35 seconds
Wood preservatives No thinning required
Wood stains No thinning required
If the paint takes longer than the recommended time to empty, then further thinning is required.
Mix in a small quantity of the appropriate thinner and use the viscosity test until the correct
thickness is achieved. Some sprayable materials contain particles and lumps. These materials
should be strained before filling the paint container.
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8 OPERATION
8.1 Start up
1. Mounting air hose. Insert the air hose tightly in the connections on the machine and the
spray gun (a + b). The connections can be positioned as desired. (Fig. 2, fig. 3)
2. Unscrew the container from the spray gun.
3. Aligning suction tube .The container contents are to be sprayed out almost completely.
When spraying horizontal surfaces, turn suction tube forward (A). When spraying objects
overhead, turn suction tube back (B). (Fig. 4)
4. Set the container on a sheet of paper, pour in the prepared coating material and screw
the container tightly onto the spray gun.
5. Place the spray gun in the gun holder on the machine (Fig. 5)
6. Put the machine down only on a level, clean surface. Otherwise the machine could suck
in dust, etc.
7. Take the spray gun out of the spray gun holder and point it at the target object.
Before connecting to the mains supply, be sure that the supply voltage is
identical with the value given on the rating plate.
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8.2 Adjust the spray setting on the spray gun.
Three different spray jet settings can be chosen on the spray gun, depending on the
application and target object.
8.2.1 Selecting the Spray Setting
Fig. 6 = vertical flat jet ➟ for vertical surfaces
Fig. 7 = horizontal flat jet ➟ for horizontal surfaces
Fig. 8 = circular jet ➟ for corners, edges and hard-to-reach surface.
Fig. 9 = Wrong settings.
WARNING! Danger of injury! Never pull the trigger guard while adjusting the
air cap.
Attention: Only one direction is applicable when changing setting. Do not
force or will cause damage!
Change horizontal flat jet to Vertical. Counter clockwise rotate the changing button 90°.
(Fig. 10)
Change Vertical flat jet to horizontal. Clockwise rotate the changing button 90°. (Fig. 10)
8.3 Adjusting the Material Volume (Fig. 11)
Set the material volume by turning the regulator on the rear part of the spray gun. A scale on
the regulator serves as a guide:
+ turn to the right ➟ higher material volume
- turn to the left ➟ lower material volume
8.3.1 Spray Technique
The spray result depends heavily on the smoothness and cleanliness of the surface to be
sprayed. Therefore the surface should be carefully prepared and kept free of dust.
Cover all surfaces not to be sprayed.
Cover screw threads or similar parts of the target object.
It is advisable to test the spray gun on cardboard or a similar surface to find the correct
setting. Important: Begin spraying outside of the target area and avoid interruptions inside
the target area.
Correct (Fig. 12 a) Be sure to hold the spray gun at an even distance of approx. 2.5- 30
cm to the target object.
Incorrect (Fig. 12 b) Heavy spray fog build-up, uneven surface quality.
An even movement of the spray gun results in an even surface quality.
When coating material builds up on the nozzle (A) and air cap (B) (Fig. 13), clean both
parts with a solvent or water.
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8.3.2 Interruption of Work
Turn the machine off.
Put the spray gun in the spray gun holder.
9 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Make sure that the machine is not live when carrying out maintenance work
on the motor.
Our machines have been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of
maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper machine care and
regular cleaning.
9.1.1 Taking Out of Operation and Cleaning (Fig. 14)
a: Air cap
b: Union nut
c: Nozzle
Turn the machine off. Activate the trigger guard so that the coating material in the spray
gun flows back into the container.
Unscrew the container. Empty any remaining coating material back into the material tin.
Pre-clean the container and feed tube with a brush.
Pour solvent or water into the container. Screw the container back on.
Use only solvents with a flashpoint over 21°C
Turn on the machine and spray the solvent or water into a container or a cloth.
Repeat the above procedure until the solvent or water emerging from the nozzle is clear.
Turn the machine off.
Then empty the container completely. Always keep the container seal free of coating
material residue and check for damage.
Clean the outside of the spray gun and container with a cloth soaked in solvent or water.
Unscrew the union nut and remove the air cap and nozzle. Clean the air cap and nozzle
with a brush and solvent or water.
Caution! Never clean nozzle or air holes in the spray gun with sharp metal
objects.
9.1.2 Re-assembling the nozzle (Fig. 15)
a: rib
b: groove
Put the nozzle onto the gun body and find the correct position by turning it. The rib on the
enclosure should fit into the groove on the nozzle. Put the air cap onto the nozzle and tighten it
using the union nut.
9.2 Entretien (Fig 16)
Change the air filter if it is soiled. Release the cover fastening from the machine place the air
filter (1) in the cover. Push the cover back onto the machine.
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WARNING! Never operate the machine without the air filter; dirt could be
sucked in and interfere with the function of the machine.
10 TECHNICAL DETAILS
Voltage 220-240V
Frequency 50Hz
Power input 900W
Maximum nozzle flow rate 800gr/min
Container capacity 700ml
Nozzle diameter 2.6mm
Max viscosity 90 DIN/s
Noise values measured according to relevant standard. (K=3)
Acoustic pressure level LpA 83 dB(A)
Acoustic power level LwA 96 dB(A)
ATTENTION! The sound power level may exceed 85 dB(A), in this case
individual hearing protection shall be worn.
aw (Vibration) 0,1 m/s² K = 1,5 m/s²
12 TROUBLE SHOOTING
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Motor hums but
does not spray or
irregular spraying.
Atomization is not
good.
Over painting. Spray gun not clean, or not
Motor louder than
normal.
No spray, no
sound.
Operating sound
not right.
“Orange Skin”
excessive fogging.
Worn swirl head
Pick up pipe not in the right
position
Blocked pick up pipe
Blocked nozzle
Blocked filter
Control knob needs adjustment
Volume adjustment is not correct.
Paint too thick
lubricated resulting in piston being
stuck in cylinder
Too much paint
Viscosity too low
Spray gun not clean, or not
lubricated, resulting in piston being
stuck in cylinder
No electricity Check power supply
Poor output adjustment
Not enough paint in the container
resulting in air being sucked in.
Not diluting properly or not passing
pick up pipe completely.
Incorrect solvent is used
Spray gun too far from the surface.
Paint too thick
Replace swirl head.
Re-adjust pick up pipe.
Clean with thinner.
Clean nozzle.
Clean with thinner.
Adjust.
Adjust.
Check viscosity of the paint.
Disassemble spray gun and clean
with thinner.
Adjust the volume clockwise to
reduce spraying. Two thin coats
are better then one
Check viscosity
Disassemble spray gun and clean
with thinner.
Re-adjust
Refill with paint.
Check pick up pipe and viscosity
level.
Use correct solvent.
Hold spray gun closer to the
object.
Thin the paint
This product is warranted for a 36-month period effective from the date of purchase by the
first user.
This warranty covers all material or production flaws. It does not include defective parts
subject to normal wear & tear such as bearings, brushes, cables, and plugs, or
accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades, etc. ; damage or defects resulting from
maltreatment, accidents or alterations; nor the cost of transportation.
This warranty covers all material or production flaws, excluding batteries, chargers,
defective parts subject to normal wear and tear such as, in particular, bearings, brushes,
cables, plugs… Accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades etc. also do not fall under
this warranty.
Damage and/or defects resulting from inappropriate use also do not fall under the
warranty provisions.
We also disclaim all liability for any bodily injury resulting from inappropriate use of the
tool.
Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised customer service centre for Powerplus
tools.
You can always obtain more information at the number 00 32 3 292 92 90.
Any transportation costs shall always be borne by the customer, unless agreed otherwise
in writing.
At the same time, no claim can be made on the warranty if the damage of the device is the
result of negligent maintenance or overload.
Definitely excluded from the warranty is damage resulting from fluid permeation, excessive
dust penetration, intentional damage (on purpose or by gross carelessness), inappropriate
usage (use for purposes for which the device is not suitable), incompetent usage (e.g. not
following the instructions given in the manual), inexpert assembly, lightning strike,
erroneus net voltage. This list is not exhaustive.
Acceptance of claims under warranty can never lead to the prolongation of the warranty
period nor commencement of a new warranty period in case of a device replacement.
Devices or parts which are replaced under the warranty therefore remain the property of
Varo NV.
We reserve the right to reject a claim whenever the purchase cannot be verified or when it
is clear that the product has not been properly maintained. (Clean ventilation slots, carbon
brushes serviced regularly, etc.).
Your purchase receipt must be kept as proof of date of purchase.
Your appliance must be returned undismantled to your dealer in an acceptably clean state,
(in its original blow-moulded case if applicable to the unit), accompanied by proof of
purchase.
14 ENVIRONMENT
Should your appliance need replacement after extended use, do not dispose of it
with the household refuse, but in an environmentally safe way.
Waste produced by electrical machine items should not be handled like normal
household rubbish. Please recycle where recycle facilities exist. Check with your
Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.