Rockler HVLP User manual

0317 • Form No. 0529633B
Owner’s Manual
Read this manual for complete instructions
Finishing
Sprayer
Contents
2 Important Safety Information
4Controls and Functions
5 Material Preparation
6 Assembly
7Controls
8Proper Spraying Technique
10 Cleanup
12 Maintenance
13 Troubleshooting
14 Parts List
16 Warranty
Questions?
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Double-
insulated

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Important Safety Information
Read all safety information before
operating the equipment. Save these
instructions.
Indicates a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
To reduce the risks of re or explosion,
electrical shock and the injury to
persons, read and understand all
instructions included in this manual. Be
familiar with the controls and proper
usage of the equipment.
WARNING - To reduce the risk
of re or explosion:
1. Do not spray ammable or combustible
materials near an open ame, pilot lights
or sources of ignition such as hot objects,
cigarettes, motors, electrical equipment and
electrical appliances. Avoid creating sparks
from connecting and disconnecting power
cords.
2. For use with only water-based or mineral
spirit-type materials with a minimum ash point
of 100ºF (38ºC) — Do not spray or clean with
liquids having a ash point of less than 100ºF
(38ºC). Flash point is the temperature at which
a uid can produce enough vapor to ignite.
3. Verify that all containers and collection systems
are grounded to prevent static discharge.
4. Do not use a paint or solvent containing
halogenated hydrocarbons. Such as chlorine,
bleach mildewcide, methylene chloride and
trichloroethane. They are not compatible with
aluminum. Contact the coating supplier about
compatibility of material with aluminum.
5. Keep spray area well ventilated. Keep a good
supply of fresh air moving through the area
to keep the air within the spray area free from
accumulation of ammable vapors. Keep pump
assembly in well ventilated area. Do not spray
pump assembly.
6. Do not smoke in the spray area.
7. Do not operate light switches, engines, or
similar spark producing products in the spray
area.
8. Keep area clean and free of paint or solvent
containers, rags, and other ammable materials.
9. Know the contents of the paint and solvents
being sprayed. Read all Material Safety Data
Sheets (MSDS) and container labels provided
with the paints and solvents. Follow the paint
and solvent manufacture’s safety instructions.
10. Fire extinguisher equipment shall be present
and working.

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Important Safety Information
WARNING - To reduce the risk of
injury:
1. Always wear appropriate gloves, eye protection,
clothing and a respirator or mask when
painting. Hazardous vapors – Paints, solvents,
insecticides, and other materials can be harmful
if inhaled or come in contact with body. Vapors
can cause severe nausea, fainting or poisoning.
2. Do not operate or spray near children. Keep
children away from equipment at all times.
3. Do not overreach or stand on an unstable
support. Keep eective footing and balance at
all times.
4. Stay alert and watch what you are doing.
5. Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under
the inuence of drugs or alcohol.
6. Never aim spray gun at any part of the body.
7. Follow all appropriate local, state, and national
codes governing ventilation, re prevention,
and operation.
8. The United States Government Safety Standards
have been adopted under the Occupational
Safety and Health Act (OSHA). These standards,
particularly part 1910 of the General Standards
and part 1926 of the Construction Standards
should be consulted.
9. Use only manufacturer authorized parts. User
assumes all risks and liabilities when using parts
that do not meet the minimum specications
and safety devices of the turbine manufacturer.
10. Do not spray outdoors on windy days.
11. Hose may become hot and cause skin burn.
12. Use only Rockler HVLP hose.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of
electric shock:
1. Never submerge electrical parts.
2. Never expose the equipment to rain. Store
indoors.
3. Keep electrical cord plug and spray gun trigger
free from paint and other liquids. Never hold
the cord at plug connections to support the
cord. Failure to observe may result in an
electrical shock.
Important Electrical
Information
Use only an extension cord that will accept the
plug on the product. Make sure your extension
cord is in good condition. When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the
current your product will draw. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. A 14 AWG minimum cord
is recommended. Outdoor extension cords should
be used with outdoor use products and are surface
marked with sux letter “W” and with a tag stating
“Suitable for Use Outdoors”. The connection of the
cord should be kept dry and o the ground.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this plug is intended to t in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully
in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t,
contact a qualied electrician. Do not modify the
plug in any way. When servicing, only use identical
service parts. Contact WAGNER for a replacement
cordset.
IMPORTANT: Household use only. Intended
for indoor/outdoor use ONLY with materials
having ashpoint above 100ºF (38ºC).
Servicing of a double-
insulated product
In a double-insulated product, two systems of
insulation are provided instead of grounding. No
grounding means is provided on a double-insulated
product, nor should a means for grounding be
added to the product. Servicing of a double-
insulated product requires extreme care and
knowledge of the system, and should be done only
by qualied service personnel. Replacement parts
for a double-insulated product must be identical to
those parts in the product.

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Controls and Functions
Air hose
Turbine
Spray Gun
Turbine
handle
ON/OFF
switch
Spray direc
tion
lever
Air cap
Material
container
Needle and
uid tip tool
Material
ow dial
2.5 mm needle kit*
Trigger
Filter
housing
Spray Direction Lever
The spray direction lever
swivels the air cap, which
controls the orientation of
the spray pattern.
See page 7 for more details.
Material Flow Dial
The material ow dial
determines the amount of
spray material that is sprayed
from the spray gun.
See page 7 for more details.
ON/OFF switch:
The ON/OFF switch turns
power to the turbine on and
o. The ON/OFF switch is
located on top of the carrying
handle of the turbine.
*Needle Selection
The size of spray needle you use depends upon
your spray project and material you plan to use.
1.5 mm Needle
The 1.5 mm needle is great for ne nishing and
small surface projects. The 1.5 mm needle leaves a
smooth nish and is ideal for woodworking, small
decks and fences, craft projects, cabinets, furniture
and trim.
2.5 mm Needle
The 2.5 mm needle is great for thicker materials
and broad surface coverage. The 2.5 mm needle is
ideal for sheds, decks, fences and interior walls.
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Material Preparation
Note: Material to be sprayed may need to be strained
to remove any impurities in the paint which may clog
the system. Impurities in the paint will give poor
performance and a poor finish.
Thinning the material
Thinning the spray material results in faster spraying, a
better nish and less material usage.
• Thin chalk, milk, latex and other thicker decorative
paints with water
• Oil-based materials need to be thinned with mineral
spirits (use about half as much as water).
• Transparent/semi-transparent stains, clear topcoats,
urethanes, and lacquers do not typically require
thinning.
Note: Never exceed the thinning advice given by the
coating manufacturer.
Do not thin with materials that have
a ashpoint below 100°F (38°C). The
material ashpoint should be shown on
the material container.
1. Stir the spraying material thoroughly.
2. Unscrew the container from the spray gun.
3. After the material has been properly thinned and
strained, ll the container to desired level.
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Assembly
Before you begin
NEVER point the spray gun at
any part of the body.
To Assemble
IMPORTANT: Make sure the power cord is
unplugged.
1. Insert the foam seal and pickup tube into the intake
opening.
2. Align the suction tube -
A. If you are going to be spraying in a horizontal or
downward direction, the angled end of the pickup
tube should be pointing toward the front of the
gun.
B. If you are going to be spraying in an horizontal or
upward direction, the angled end of the pickup
tube should be pointing toward the rear of the
gun.
Note: Make sure the pickup tube is inserted as far as it
will go to ensure a tight t.
3. After lling with spray material, carefully screw the cup
back onto the spray gun assembly. Tighten rmly.
4. Insert the air hose tightly into the connection on the
spray gun.
5. Insert the air hose tightly into the connection into the
turbine.
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Controls
Material Flow Control
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The material ow dial controls the amount of spray material
that is sprayed from the spray gun.
Set the material volume by turning the dial on the back of the
spray gun.
Tip: Spraying with the dial set too high will result in a spray
pattern that runs and sags (too much material).
Tip: Spraying with the dial set too low will result in a spray
pattern that does not cover (not enough material).
Material Settings Guide
Coating 2.5 mm needle 1.5 mm needle
Material Flow Material Flow
Transparent / semi-transparent stains, sealers N/A Med
Lacquers (water based) N/A Med
Solid stains Med Med
Polyurethane Low Med/High
Oil enamels High High
Latex paints plus primers, Latex paints High N/A
Oil or latex primers High N/A
Chalk type Med Med*
Milk paint Med Med*
* Thinning may be necessary

English
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Title
Spray Direction Lever
The spray pattern shape is adjusted by turning the
spray direction lever to either the vertical, horizontal
or diagonal positions.
Test each pattern and use whichever pattern is
suitable for your application.
NEVER trigger the gun while
adjusting the spray direction lever.
NEVER point the spray gun at any
part of the body.
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Horizontal pattern
Use ‘up and down’
spraying motion
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Vertical pattern
Use ‘side to side’
spraying motion
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Round (detail) pattern
Use ‘up and down’ or
‘side to side’ spraying
motion
For narrow surfaces
(chair legs, spindles)
Large Surface Projects
Generally, high material ow and air power are
needed for spraying large surface areas, such as walls
and decks (use 2.5 mm needle)
• The air cap position will determine the
movement direction of the spray gun (use 1.5
mm needle).
Small Surface Projects
Generally, low material ow is needed for spraying
smaller surface areas, such as corners, lattice, or
spindles.
For this type of project, reduce material ow and set
the spray direction lever to diagonal.
Controls (continued)

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TitleProper Spraying Technique
STOP The project or area you are spraying
must be properly masked in order to
prevent overspray from landing on any
areas it is not wanted.
Practice on a piece of scrap wood or cardboard
before beginning on your intended workpiece and/
or test with water.
Spray Area Preparation
The spray area must be clean and free of dust in
order to avoid blowing dust onto your freshly
sprayed surface.
How to Spray Properly
STOP
It is important to keep your arm moving
whenever the gun is being triggered. If
you pause or linger in one spot too long,
too much material will be sprayed to the
surface.
 • Ifusinga2.5mmneedle:
Position the spray gun perpendicular to and six
(6) inches from the spray surface.
• Ifusinga1.5mmneedle:
Use the same technique as above, but decrease
the spraying distance to 3-6 inches.
• Spray parallel to the surface with smooth passes
at a consistent speed as illustrated below.
Correct
Even coat throughout
Keep stroke smooth and at an even speed
• For ne nish, apply a thin coat of material on
the rst pass and allow to dry before applying a
second coat.
• Overlap each spray pass by at least 50% This
will ensure full coverage.
• When spraying, start moving the gun then pull
the trigger. Release the trigger before stopping
at the end of the pass.
Incorrect
Do not ex wrist while spraying.
Light coat Heavy coat Light coat
Note: When you quit spraying for any length of
time, turn the turbine OFF.
When you restart, wipe the nozzle with a damp
cloth to remove any dried paint.

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Cleanup
Quick-Cleanup
Note: For basic, quick-cleaning between color changes,
ll the material container with cleaning solution and spray
cleaning solution through the gun into a waste container.
Before you begin
When cleaning, use the appropriate cleaning solution
(warm, soapy water for chalk-type paint, milk paint, and latex
materials; mineral spirits for oil-based materials)
IMPORTANT: Never clean air cap or air holes in the
nozzle with sharp metal objects. Do not use solvents or
lubricants containing silicone.
Special cleanup instructions for use with
flammable solvents (must have a flashpoint
above 100ºF (38ºC):
 • Alwaysushspraygunoutside.
 • Areamustbefreeofammablevapors.
 • Cleaningareamustbewell-ventilated.
 • Donotsubmergeturbine!
To Quick Clean
1. Turn turbine OFF.
2. Remove the container and empty any remaining material.
3. Thoroughly rinse the material container with warm,
soapy water (or mineral spirits for oil-based materials).
4. Fill the material container with cleaning solution and
spray cleanign solution through the gun into a waste
container.
IMPORTANT: If you quick-cleaned the sprayer using
mineral spirits, repeat steps 1-4 using warm, soapy
water.
Move on to “Cleanup - Cleaning the Gun”, next page for
more thorough cleaning.
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O = OFF
Empty waste
container