Clarke SPYDER 7 Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual - Page 4

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operation

and use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably lessen the risk of

personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked, or

ignored, personal injury to the operator, or damage to property may result. It

is in your own interest to read and pay attention to the following rules:

COMPRESSED AIR IS DANGEROUS, NEVER direct a jet of air at people or animals, and

NEVER discharge compressed air against the skin.

NEVER operate your compressor with any covers removed.

NEVER carry out any electrical or mechanical repairs unless you are qualified to do so.

If problems occur, contact your Clarke dealer.

NEVER leave pressure in the receiver overnight, or when transporting.

NEVER adjust, or tamper with the safety valves. The maximum pressure is factory set,

and clearly marked on the machine.

NEVER operate in wet or damp conditions. Keep the machine dry at all times.

NEVER use in dusty, dirty or paint spray locations. A clean atmosphere will ensure efficient

operation.

NEVER exert any strain on electrical cables and ensure that air hoses are not tangled

or wrapped around machinery etc.

ALWAYS expel all air from the receiver, and disconnect the machine is from the mains.

BEFORE carrying out any maintenance.

ALWAYS exercise care when touching components...some of the metal parts can

become quite hot during operation. Wait until the machine has cooled down.

ALWAYS adjust the pressure regulator to the recommended setting for the particular

spray gun or tool being used.

ALWAYS ensure there is adequate ventilation when spraying inflammable materials

e.g. cellulose paint, and keep clear of any possible source of ignition.

ALWAYS protect yourself. Think carefully about any potential hazards which may be created

by using the compressor and use the appropriate protection. e.g. Goggles will protect your

eyes from flying particles. Face masks will protect you against paint spray and/or fumes.

(Personal safety products can be obtained from your local Clarke dealer).

ALWAYS consult paint/product manufacturers instructions for safety and usage before

spraying any material

ALWAYS ensure that the air supply is turned off at the machine outlet and expel all

pressurised air from within the machine and other equipment attached to it, BEFORE

disconnecting air hoses or other equipment from your compressor.

ALWAYS exercise vigilance to ensure that children and animals are kept well away

from the compressor and any equipment attached to it.

ALWAYS ensure that all individuals using the compressor have read and fully understand

these Operating Instructions.

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PAINT SPRAYING HINTS

NEVER attempt to spray unless you are wearing suitable, approved

respiratory and eye protection.

REMEMBER that some modern paints require specialist respiratory

protection...always consult the paint manufacturers instructions.

1. GENERAL PREPARATION

a. Ensure that the area in which you will be spraying is clean and dust free.

b. Connect spray gun to compressor via suitable flexible hose.

c. With no paint in spray gun, test system for air leaks.

d. Cover adjacent pieces of equipment to prevent overspray. Mask areas

of the article not to be sprayed.

e. Ensure surface to be painted is clean, dry and free from oil and dust.

Check paint manufacturer's instructions for any special surface

preparation required.

REMEMBER - TIME SPENT PREPARING SAVES TIME SPENT FINISHING

2. PAINT PREPARATION

a. Achieve the correct paint viscosity. This should be done according to

paint manufacturer's instructions, and will vary according to type of paint.

b. Having mixed the paint thoroughly in a separate container, pour into the

spray gun paint container through a fine filter.

DO NOT OVERFILL SPRAY GUN PAINT CONTAINER - three quarters full is maximum

c. It is usually best to experiment with a couple of practice spray coats on a

piece of material with the same type of surface as the article you wish to

spray, eg. metal for a car body panel, wood for a piece of furniture etc.

d. Some common problems:

PROBLEM

CAUSE

Paint does not atomise

Paint is too thick, air

(comes out in blobs)

pressure is too low.

Paint dries before hitting Paint is too thin. Air

surface, leaving it dry

pressure is too high

with a rough texture

Finish is pitted like

Air pressure too high Reduce air pressure,

Orange peel

or spray too close to increase distance between

work

gun and work.

WARNING

CORRECTION

Add thinners. Increase air press.

(not above 50 psi, unless

specified by paint manuf.

Add more paint.

Reduce air pressure

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