A.O.M. K1 User manual

USEANDMAINTENANCEMANUAL
WRITTENBYREDIMECSnc
SETTIMO MILANESE (MI)
K1/S GRAVITYSPRAYGUN
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A.O.M.- AMERICA, LLC
54 S. Commerce Way, Suite 180
Bethlehem, PA 18017 USA Cert. -04985-99-AQ-MIL-SINCERT
(Rev. 3 - 12/04/02)
USA - K1/S - 1.0
HTE

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
ASTURO ORIGINALI MAVES Spa
ViaCascinaVenina,20B/C
Assago(MI)Italy20090
39-02-89305416 Fax:[phone]
E-Mail:[email protected]
MODEL: K1/S
SERIAL NUMBER
YEAR OF MANUFACTURE 200
ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED
A.O.M. spaDECLARES on its own responsibilitythat the machine to whichthis declaration refers,
conforms with the prescriptions in the following directives:
DIRETTIVA 89/392/CEEMODIFICATADALLADIRETTIVA91/368/CEE
DALLADIRETTIVA 93/44/CEE EDALLADIRETTIVA 93/68/CEE (DIRETTIVAMACCHINE)
DIRECTIVE 89/392/EECAMENDEDBYDIRECTIVE91/368/EEC
BY DIRECTIVE 93/44/EECANDBYDIRECTIVE93/68/EEC(MACHINEDIRECTIVE)
The machine also conforms with following standards:
UNI EN 292/1 (november1992)Sicurezzadelmacchinario,Concettifondamentali,principigene-
ralidiprogettazione.-Terminologia,metodologiadibase
Machinesafety,Fundamentalconcepts.Generaldesignprinciples-Terminology,basicmethodology.
UNI EN 292/2(november1992) Sicurezzadelmacchinario-Concetti fondamentali,principigene-
ralidiprogettazione-Specificheeprincipitecnici
Machine safety - Fundamental conceps. General design principles - Techinical specification and
principals.
PLACE:
ASSIGOS/N
SURNAME - NAME:
BRANCHINIRIZIERI
POSITION:
SOLE DIRECTOR
DATE:
/ / /
SIGNATURE:...........................................
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing one of the A.O.M.- AMERICA products.
A.O.M.- AMERICA is a division of a leading manufacturer in the field of
painting systems and machinery.
The name ASTURO ORIGINALI MAVES Spa has always meant reliability
and safety, a fact which has been supported by over 80 years of experience
and by our Customer satisfaction.
All our components have been designed and manufactured to guarantee
the best performance ever.
To maintain the high quality level and lengthy reliability of our products
throughout the years, always use original spare parts.
All ASTURO ORIGINALI MAVES Spa units are equipped with the
CERTIFICATION in accordance with EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE 89/392
(Machine Directive.)
We are certain we have met all safety requirements and we feel confident
we have further improved working standards.
Our units, in fact, have the identification in accordance with rulings.
Furthermore, they are delivered with the instruction manual and the certifica-
te with the Declaration of Conformity to European Directive 89/392 and to
its various amendments.
The Management

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GENERAL CONTENTS
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL.......................................................................................................4
SYMBOLS USED..........................................................................................................................4
INFORMATION LETTER...............................................................................................................5
1.1 PACKAGING........................................................................................................6
2.1 IDENTIFICATIONDATA...........................................................................................6
2.2 SPRAYGUN DESCRIPTION.....................................................................................7
2.3 TECHCAL FEATURES.............................................................................................8
2.4 STANDARDAND OPTIONALCOMPONENTS.......................................................8
2.5 PAINTS, FLUIDSAND OTHER PRODUCTS............................................................9
2.6 DIMENSIONS......................................................................................................9
3.1 INSPECTION OF PURCHASED PRODUCT............................................................10
3.2 INSTALLATION CONDITIONS..............................................................................10
3.3 HOW TO USE THE SPRAYGUN.............................................................................10
3.4 EQUIPMENTAND CONDITIONS NEEDED TO WORK........................................11
3.5 SAFETYPROCEDURES DURING USE.................................................................11
4.1 PRESSURE DISCHARGE OPERATIONS...............................................................12
4.2 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE....................................................................................12
4.3 TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................13
WARRANTY
SPRAYGUN ASSEMBLING DRAWING
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL
Thefollowing manual isa document thataccompanies the machine thouroughoutits lifetime.
It is, therefore, an integral part of the machine. Carefully read the following warnings and
proceduresbeforeengaginginanyactivitywiththismachine,includinghandlingandunloading
it from its transportation mean.
SYMBOLS USED
All operations which might be dangerous if not performed correctly are indicated with the
following symbol:
All operations which, in order to avoid risks, must be performed by trained and authorized
personnel are indicated by the following symbol:
All personnel in charge of using the machine must be thoroughly trained; all the above
information must be thouroughly understood and applied.

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INFORMATION LETTER
The following maintenance and instruction manual is an integral part of the machine and
mustalwaysbe availabletothe personnelin chargeofusing andmaintainingit. Theoperator
andthe personnelin chargeof handlingthe machine musthave knowledgeof thecontents of
the manual. The descriptions and illustrations in the manual are not to be considered as
binding. Although the main features of the machine described in this manual are not subject
to change, ASTURO ORIGINALI MAVES Spa reserves the right to change those
components, details and accessories it deems necessary to improve the machine or to
meetmanufacturing orcommercial requirements,at anytimeand withoutupdating thismanual
immediately.
WARNING
ALL RIGHTS ARE RESERVED. The reproduction of any part of this manual, in any given
form, without prior written authorization from ASTURO ORIGINALI MAVES Spa, is strictly
forbidden. The content of this manual can be modified without prior notice. Great care has
beentaken in collecting and checkingthe documentation contained in thismanual in order to
make it as complete and comprehensible as possible. ASTURO ORIGINALI MAVES Spa
machinesarenotdesignedtofunction in areasatriskoffiresand/or explosions.Forproblems
or information callA.O.M.-AMERICA customer caretechnical service or yourlocal dealer.
CUSTOMER CARE TECHNICAL SERVICE
A.O.M.- AMERICA, LLC
54 S. Commerce Way, Suite 180
Bethlehem, PA 18017 USA
TEL. [phone] or 610-954-5530
FAX. [phone]
www.aomspray.com
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WARNING
The equipment original configuration must not be modified in any way.
On receiving the equipment make sure that:
+ The packaging is intact and undamaged.
+ Thesupplycorrespondstowhathasbeenordered.
+ In case of damage please callA.O.M.-AMERICA

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1.1 PACKAGING
The K1/S spray gun is packaged in a cardboard box. All optional components are placed
with the gun inside the same box. When transporting and storing the equipment make sure
thesurroundingtemperatureremainsbetween -15and40°C(5°Fand 104°F).Iftransportation
or storage operations last 24hoursor less do not exceed50°C (122°F) otherwisethespray
gun could be damaged.
If the need arises to store the equipment, make sure the humidity values in the storage area
remain between 30 and 80%.
2.1 IDENTIFICATION DATA
The manufacturer identification and CE RULING n° 89/392 conformity is placed on a side of
thespraygun(asshownbelow).

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2.2 SPRAY GUN DESCRIPTION
This medium pressure K1/S gravity spray gun is designed for atomization. It is possible to
obtainsmoothandeven surfacesthankstoamicro-atomizing systemandreducedoverspray.
Thisspraygunisequippedwitha 600cc(18fl.oz.)or1000cc (32fl.oz.)gravitycupwithfilter.
Thegravity spray gunallows aquick andeasy changeof thepaint colourand itcan be coupled
with a common low pressure compressor. It is also possible to regulate the fan width for
perfectapplications andto adjustthe airinlet and fluidflow. Thedrawing belowindicates the
most important features of the spray gun.
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Nickeled brass air inlet (fil.
1/4” gas)
Hard anodized forged
aluminium body
Paint regulator knob
Fan regulator knob
Nylon graduated 600 cc
(fl.oz. 18) or al. 1000cc
gravity cup and paint filter
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Stainless steel nozzle
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Air cap to adjust spray
pattern direction
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Air inlet regulator knob

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2.3 TECHNICAL FEATURES
Thepainting spray gun mustbe used with a compressorof 5 bar (71psi) at least. Its design
improves the distribution of the air supplied from the internal holes at very low working
pressures.
ASTURO ORIGINALI MAVES Spa carriesout allthe necessarytests onthe paint spraygun
before delivering it to its customers.
NOZZLE TECHNICAL FEATURE TABLE
2.4 STANDARD AND OPTIONAL COMPONENTS
Thespray gunis delivered withthe following standardcomponents:
+1 - Nylon paint filter.
+1- Dismantling wrench.
+1 - Cleaning brush.
+1- 600 cc(18 fl.oz.) nylonor 1000cc al. gravitycup.
+1 - Use and maintenance manual.
+1 - Declaration of conformity to CE RULINGS.
+1- Warranty certificate.
Onrequest:
+Nozzleswithdifferentmeasures.
+Package of 10 paint filters.
+Connectionhoses.
+Extra600cc (18fl.oz.) nylongravitycup.
The above technical features are only exemplifying and can vary without prior notice.
FEATURE VALUE
Air consumption 240Lt/min (c.f.m. 8,5)
Nozzle sizes 1,0 - 1,2 - 1,3 - 1,4 - 1,7 -
1,9 - 2,2 - 2,5
Fan width 290mm (11.4 in.)
Max pressure 5 Bar (71psi)
Operating pressure 4 Bar (57psi)
Weight without cup 475 gr (16.75 oz.)
Tank capacity 600cc (30 fl.oz.)
Air inlet M 1/4"
Filler
primer Surface primer Basecoat
Metallic
base/ water
base Clearcoat Primers Stains Wood filler Lacquer Oil-based paint Rust proof coat Primer Sealer Enamel
Hammered-
effect paint Orange-peel effect paints
Ø1.2 (0.03 in.) x
Ø1.3 (0.04 in.) x
Ø1.4 (0.045 in.) x x x
Ø1.7 (0.05 in.) x x x
Ø1.9 (0.06 in.) x x x x
Ø2.2 (0.07 in.) x
Ø2.5 (0.08 in.) x
NOZZLE
PRODUCT
BODY SHOP WOODWORKING METAL PAINTING

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2.5 PAINTS, FLUIDS AND OTHER PRODUCTS
The K1/S spray guns are designed for painting on metal, wood and plastic material. The
materialswhich can beused inthis spray gunare: monocomponent varnishesand enamels,
liquidinks, doublecoated metalstains, pastelcolors, heavylacquers andmonocomponents,
bi-component inks and water-based paints in general.Themanufacturer mustauthorize the
useof thespray gunwith otherproducts and sometimesthe technicalfeatures mustbe changed
inorder to functionproperly with thenew materials.
ASTURO ORIGINALI MAVES Spa is relieved of all responsibility in case of accidents
resulting from the use of the spray gun by unauthorized and unqualified personnel or by
personnelusing theequipmentdifferently thanintended.
2.6 DIMENSIONS
The spray gun has the following dimensions:
DO NOT USE THE PAINTING SYSTEM WITH
FLAMMABLE OR HIGHLYTOXIC PRODUCTS
SUCH AS GASOLINE, HERBICIDE AND PESTICIDE

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(1)
(2)
(B)
(3)
(A)
(4)
3.1 INSPECTION OF PURCHASED PRODUCT
Inspect the spray gun before its use to check for damages caused by transportation or
improperstorage. Makesurethat allstandard andoptional componentshave beendelivered.
3.2 INSTALLATION CONDITIONS
It is advisable to use dry compressed air to obtain the
best painting results.
Tomountthehosesproceedasfollows(usethedrawing
below):
+Connect the air inlet hose (RED hose) to the spray
gun 1/4” nipple (A). The compressed air must come
fromanormal compressorwith anoperatingpressure
of 4 bar (50 psi).Use30to40psiwithmostcoatings
+Connect the paint gravity cup to the spray gun
connection(3).
+Fillthe cup withpaint.
+Select the most appropriate nozzle.
WARNING
Before you start using the equipment, make sure the
connectionsandhoses arein perfectworkingconditions,
thatis without holes,bends orsplits.
3.3 HOW TO USE THE SPRAYGUN
+Adjustthefanwiththeregulatorknob(1)(iftheknob
is opened the fan becomes wider, if the knob is
closedthefangetsnarrower).
+Adjustthe fanposition by rotatingthe air cap(B)(see
drawingbelow).
+Graduallyopen the fluidpassage by turningthe fluid
regulator knob (2) until the desired quantity is
obtained. Check the regulation on a smooth trial
surfaceuntilthe desiredfan widthisobtained.
CAP
FAN POSITION

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3.4 EQUIPMENT AND CONDITIONS NEEDED TO WORK
Painting operations MUST be carried out in an appropriate spray booth equipped with a
filteringsystem.Do notusethe spraygunif thefilteringsystem isnotactivated. Alwayswear
protectiongloves, goggles, breathingfilters with activecarbon and adequate clothingfor the
protectionof the entirebody.
3.5 SAFETY PROCEDURES DURING USE
TOUSE the painting unit STRICTLY OBSERVEthe following precautionsand safetycriteria.
ASTURO ORIGINALI MAVES Spa declines every responsibility whatsoever in case the
userdoes notobserve said precautionsand safetycriteria; furthermore, it isnot responsible
foranykind ofnegligencewhen usingtheequipment.
WARNING
IAlways wear protective gloves, masks, breathing filters with activated carbon and
adequateclothingfortheprotection oftheentirebody whenusingthespraygun.
IThespraygunisemployedwithpaintsandthinnerswhicharehiglyinflammable,therefore,
usethe spray gunin well ventilatedareas and avoid anyaction which mightstart a fire
(eg. smoking, high temperature slags or shavings, sparks or electric elements).
ICHECKthechemicalcompatibilityof theproductsontheir technical safetycharts.Further
information on the materials which make up the spray gun are available, on request, at
ASTURO ORIGINALI MAVES Spa.
ITheuseofproducts which containorganicsolventsmight causeintoxicationbecauseof
the created toxic vapours.
IDO NOT USE the unit with food or medicines.
IDO NOT EXCEED the indicated maximum working pressure (see section 2.3).
IBEFORE starting on any dismantling, cleaning, maintenance or assembly operation
DISCHARGE the pressure in the hoses (see section 4.1).
INeveraim thespray gun atanything otherthan the surfaceyou intendto spray.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT USE the unit with HALOGENATED HYDROCARBON thinners (eg.
Ethylchloride,Trichloride,etc.)whichmightexplodewhenincontactwith
aluminumorgalvanizedparts.

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4.1 PRESSURE DISCHARGE PROCEDURES
Whenthe spray gunis stopped tocarry out maintenance operations orat the endof the work
sessionthe operator must discharge theremaining pressure.
WARNING
THE PRODUCT IN THE FLEXIBLE TUBE IS STILL UNDER PRESSURE.
PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:
1)Shutoffthe spraygunairsupply (turnthecompressoroff).
2) Takea metal bucketand by pressingthe spray gun againstits side. Dischargethe residue
productby pressing thetrigger.
3) Clean as described in the following paragraph.
4.2 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
The routine maintenance of the K1/S spray gun is simple and does not require special
operations because its components do not need to be lubricated. Clean the spray gun daily
orattheendofeachworkingsessionsothat productresiduewillnotdryoutonitswalls,thus
guaranteeing long term efficiency.
CLEANING OPERATIONS:
Pour some clean thinner inside the cup, shake the spray gun and spray (repeat the entire
operationat least twice). Unscrew thecap ring and with thegiven wrench disassemble the
nozzle. Place everything in the thinner. Clean the head of the spray gun, the needle and the
nozzlewiththegivenbrush. Assemblethespraygun,lubricatethe threadedpartswithathin
layerofoil andscrew it tightly.
DO NOT USE POINTED METAL OBJECTS TO CLEAN CLOGGED PASSAGE HOLES.
THESE OPERATIONS WOULD DAMAGE THEM, REDUCING THEIR SPRAYING
QUALITY.
Wash the paint cup and the lid with thinner (if the cup is not going to be used again do not
assemble it back on) and clean the body of the spray gun with a cloth soaked in it. In case
industrialwashers areused toclean thespray gun, closethe flow regulator knobandtheneedle
adjustment knob tightly by turning them clockwise in order to avoid thinner infiltrations which
might, in time, damage the packings. Once in a while, lubricate the threaded parts such as the
air cap ring, the needle stroke adjustment knob and the air valve rod with a thin layer of
synthetic oil, in order to avoid seizing up caused by the effect of thinners on the spray gun
components.
THE LUBRICANTS USED MUST NOT CONTAIN SILICONE.
WARNING
IF THE NEED ARISES CALL THE A.O.M.- AMERICA CUSTOMER CARE TECHNICAL
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4.3 TROUBLESHOOTING
Thischapter describeshow to solvethe mostcommon problems whichcould affectthe unit.
The problem is indicated by the following symbol: (6)
The possible cause is indicated by the following symbol: (ß)
Thepossible solutionis indicated bythe following symbol:(l)
6 THE SPRAY GUN SPRAYS INTERMITTENTLY ?
ß Spraynozzleisloose.
ß Worn needle packing.
ßWornnozzle.
ß Worn head packing.
lTightenthenozzle.
lReplace the packing.
lReplacethenozzle.
lReplace the head packing.
6 UNEVEN JET ?
ß Worn or dirty cap air holes.
ß Wornordirtynozzle.
lCleanthesprayguncomponentscarefully.
lReplace damaged parts.
6 PAINT LEAKS OUT OF THE PACKING?
ß Worn packing.
lReplace the packing.
6 NOZZLE LEAKS WITHOUT PRESSING THE TRIGGER?
ß Needleandnozzle aredirty withdrypaint
ß Wornneedleandnozzle.
lCleanthespraygunpartsverycarefully.
lReplacetheneedleandthenozzle.
6 AIR COMES OUT WHEN THE TRIGGER IS RELEASED?
ß The air valve rod does not slide.
ß Theair valvebody isdirty.
ß Airvalve packingnut tootight
lLightlylubricatethe componentsof thespraygun.
lCleanwithcare.
lLoosenpackingnut.
6 SCARSE FLUID FLOW?
ß Clogged cup lid plug.
lCleanwithcare.

WARRANTY
All ASTURO ORIGINALI MAVES Spaappliancesare guaranteed fora period of12 months
fromthe date written on theinvoice, unless otherwise stated inwriting. The warranty covers
allmanufacturingfaultsandmaterialdefect.Replacementsandrepairoperationsarecovered
onlyif carried out byour company and atour servicing shops.
The faulty parts must be sent CARRIAGE FREE.
Oncethe componentshave been repairedthey willbe sent CARRIAGEPAID tothe customer.
The warranty does not cover our company personnel aid during installation or dismantling
operations.Iffor practical purposes oneof our employee issent to the premises, acharge
willbe made for thetime plus extra fortravelling and expenses.
Ourwarranty doesnot coverdirect orindirect damage, topeople orproperty, causedby our
appliances and it does not cover repair operations carried out by the owner or by a third
party.
Thefollowingare notcovered byourwarranty:
+failurecaused by incorrectuse orassembly.
+failurecaused by externalagents.
+failurecaused by lack of maintenanceor negligence.
WARRANTY FORFEITURE:
Ifthe formattached below isnot completed andreturned.
Incaseofdelayedpaymentorothercontractdefaults.
Allrepair operations carried outunder warranty do notinterrupt its duration.
Wheneverchanges or repairsare carried outon our machinery withoutprior authorization
Wheneverthe unit seems tamperedwith, dismantled or previouslyrepaired in unauthorized
workshops.
Whenever the serial number is damaged or removed.
Whenthedamageiscausedby improperuseorfunctioning,orif themachinefalls,isbumped
orby other causes ofmalfunctioning not due tonormal working conditions
Alldisputeswill be settled inthe court of justiceof Milan (Italy).
NAME:
COMPANY:
ADDRESS:
V.A.T.NUMBER
UNITMODEL:
SERIALNUMBER:
DATE:
STAMPANDSIGNATURE:
Send this form fully completed (capital letters) to:
A.O.M.-AMERICA
54 S. Commerce Way, Suite 180
Bethlehem, PA 18017 USA

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238XX Needle-nozzle-cap kit (replace xx with nozzle sizes) (Pos. 3-4a-5-15)
25089R K1 packing and spring kit (Pos. 5-18-19-23x2-21X2-22X2-27-28-25-26-6)
304117 700 mesh 10 filter kit (67 ME) (Pos. 11x10)
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252XXR
24034R
24041R
24039R
24062R
24060R
24058R
24056R
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24052R
25018R
24047R
24045R
24043R
25016R
24070S
24081R
24084R
24094R
25026R
24097R
Air cap ring
K1/S cap
K1/S nozzle
Tip
Tip holder
PTFE spraying nozzle packing
Head packing
Lever pivot screw
Anodized body
Legend/BBS upper cup filter
600cc (18 fl.oz.) nylon gravity cup
K1/S-MIX paint regulator knob
Fluidadjustingneedle
Needle adjusting stroke knob
Spring-pushingneedle
Spring/knobplate
Nick. air packing nut
Air/needle valve packing
3x7x0,5(0.1x0.3x0.01 in.)zinc washer
Air/needle valve packing spring
Airvalvebody
3030 viton o-ring
K1/S air valve rod
Air valve spring
2037 viton o-ring
Airvalveplug
Needle packing bush
Trigger
1/4” nick. air inlet nipples
Legend pressure regulator
Legend wrench
Zinc gravity spray gun holder
Nylon cleaning brush
Pos. CODE Description