Earlex HV4500, Operating Manual

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HV4500

16. Cleaning the Fluid Tip and Needle

Removing the needle

1) Carefully unscrew and remove Material Volume Adjuster (Fig. 10, 1) at the back of the gun.

2) Remove Spring (Fig. 10, 2).

3) Pull back on Trigger (Fig. 11, 4) to release Fluid Needle (Fig. 10, 3) at the back of the gun.

4) Remove Fluid Needle (Fig. 10, 3).

5) Unscrew Air Cap Ring (Fig. 9, 1).

6) Remove Air Cap (Fig. 9, 2).

7) Remove Spray Direction Plate (Fig 9, 3).

8) Use 13mm box spanner/ wrench to remove Fluid Tip (Fig. 9, 4).

Replacing the needle

9) Screw the Fluid Tip (Fig. 9, 4) into place. 

10) Tighten with box spanner/ wrench. This should not be too tight, but secure. 

11) Place the Fluid Needle (Fig. 10, 3) in the back of the gun.

12) Place the Spring (Fig. 10, 2) over the Fluid Needle (Fig. 10, 3).

13) Screw the Fluid Adjuster into place (Fig. 10, 1).

14) Reposition the Spray Direction Plate (Fig. 9, 3) ensuring the location lugs are aligned 

with the grooves in the spray gun.

15) Place the Air Cap (Fig 9, 2) on top of the Spray Direction Plate (Fig 9, 3).

16) Screw the Air Cap Ring (Fig. 9, 1) into place.

NEVER DISPOSE OF PAINTS OR SOLVENTS DOWN THE DRAIN. ALWAYS USE YOUR 

LOCAL WASTE COLLECTION SITE. 

17. Maintenance

1)   Ensure the Filter (Fig. 12 A) is kept clean at all times.

2)   This can be washed out if necessary and replaced when dry. From time to time this 

filter will need replacing.

3)   The turbine bearings are sealed and lubricated for life. There is no maintenance or 

adjustment required.

4)   Clean the turbine and hose unit with a damp cloth after use.

WARNING!   Never operate the machine without the air filter fitted; otherwise 

dirt could be sucked in and impair the function of the machine.