OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PAINT
Most water based paints and emulsions are
able to be used direct from the can. However
check the paint manufacturer’s instructions
regarding thinning first. If the paint requires
thinning, dilute with water (usually around
10%) and stir well. Paints will need to be stirred
thoroughly before use in the PR9. However
check the paint manufacturer’s instructions on
stirring first. The paint needs to be stirred
thoroughly to mix the thicker paint which can
settle to the bottom of the can (during transport
and storage) and ensure an even consistency
for the entire contents of the can. A couple of
turns with a screwdriver is not enough to fully
mix the paint, a paint stirrer long enough to
reach the bottom of the paint can, must be
used. The paint should be stirred thoroughly
before any is used for cutting in corners or
edges of the area to be painted. If the paint
cannot be poured from the can immediately
when the can is tipped then the paint will
require thinning.
SOLID “GEL” TYPE PAINTS
CANNOT BE USED IN THE PR9.
If you have
tried to operate the unit with paint that is too
thick, in addition to thinning the paint, you will
need to remove the filter and clean this
thoroughly before the pump will operate
correctly.
FILLING
Unclip top motor housing and pour the paint
into the container, fill to a MAXIMUM of 3 litres.
Refit the motor housing making sure that both
clips are fully engaged.
CONNECTING
Connect the end of the delivery tube with the
spring guard on it to the outlet spout of the
paint unit and the other end to the base of the
roller handle. Ensure both ends are firmly
secured with the hose clips provided. Feed the
shoulder strap through the handle ensuring
that it will not release itself in operation, adjust
strap as required. Insert 4 batteries into the
battery compartment in the motor housing,
ensuring the correct polarities.
SWITCHING ON
Moisten the roller with water and select “high”
on the switch which will ensure the paint is
pumped to the roller head in approximately five
(5) minutes. Once paint has reached the head,
adjust the setting to suit your speed of painting
and the thickness of the paint. Apply the paint
evenly with a smooth rolling action. If the
lowest setting is still too fast to keep up with,
occasionally slide the speed control to the “off”
position, to allow you to disperse any excess
paint. If using with the extension pole always
have the power setting on “high”.
3
3 ltr
MAX
Fast
Slow
HI
OFF
LOW
