FUJI SPRAY 5175G Gravity Feed Spray Gun User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- FUJI SPRAY
Table of Contents
- FUJI SPRAY 5175G Gravity Feed Spray Gun
- GROUNDING
- GETTING STARTED
- CHANGING THE SHAPE OF THE FAN
- CHANGING THE SIZE OF THE FAN
- ACTUAL SPRAYING TECHNIQUES.
- AIR CAP SET SELECTION
- VISCOSITY GUIDE
- A WORD ABOUT LATEX
- GENERAL CLEANING
- CLEANING FLUID PASSAGES
- CLEANING BEHIND THE FLUID NOZZLE
- CLOGGED GUN – THE FLUID COUPLER
- FINISH PROBLEMS
- SPRAYGUN PROBLEMS
- LEAKAGE FROM THE NOZZLE
- PRESSURE POT USE FOR 4-STAGE OR 5-STAGE TURBINE
- PRESSURE POT USE FOR 3-STAGE
- TURBINE CARE AND MAINTENANCE
- GUN HOLDER & FILLING STATION
- Fuji Limited 2 Year Warranty
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
FUJI SPRAY 5175G Gravity Feed Spray Gun
Please read these instructions carefully before using the equipment
GROUNDING
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce
the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a grounding
attachment plug that looks like the plug illustrated. Make sure that the
appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug.
**Please Note*** For UK, Australia, Asia etc. your voltage will be 240v. Check the label on the base of the turbine to ensure your unit is at the correct voltage for your location.
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in the
risk of electric shock.
- Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.
- Use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that accepts the plug on the product.
- An undersized cord results in a drop in line voltage and loss of power and overheating.
- Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
- To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury, do not expose to rain.
- Never allow unit to freeze.
- Always store the unit inside in a dry location. Store on the floor if in a basement a basement setting.
- The operator must wear shoes and the floor must not be wet.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Turbine must not be used in an area contaminated by volatile or flammable
materials since sparking can be expected in the normal operation of the
motor. This could ignite the contaminants causing a dangerous explosion.
- Do not spray flammable or combustible materials near an open flame or sources of ignition such as cigarettes, motors, and electrical equipment.
- Keep spray area well-ventilated. Keep a good supply of fresh air moving through the area. Keep turbine in a well ventilated area.
- Do not spray turbine.
- Turn off and disconnect power cord before servicing equipment.
- Do not smoke in the spray area.
- Do not operate light switches, engines, or similar spark producing products in the spray area.
- Keep area clean and free of paint or solvent containers, rags, and other flammable materials.
- Fire extinguisher equipment shall be present and working.
- Sprayer generates sparks. When flammable liquid is used in or near the sprayer or for flushing or cleaning, keep sprayer at least 20 feet (6 m) away from explosive vapors or spraying area.
- Ensure ground prongs are intact on sprayer and extension cords.
- Always disconnect unit from main supply when filling the paint container.
- Never use 1, 1, 1-trichloroethane, methylene chloride, other halogenated hydrocarbon solvents or fluids containing such solvents in equipment with aluminum wetted parts.
- Such use could result in a serious chemical reaction, with the possibility of explosion. Consult your fluid suppliers to ensure that the fluids being used are compatible with aluminum parts.
TOXIC FLUID OR FUMES HAZARD
Toxic fluids or fumes can cause serious injury or death if splashed in the
eyes or on skin, inhaled, or swallowed.
- Read MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) to know the specific hazards of the fluids you are using.
- Always wear appropriate gloves and eye protection
- Always wear a respirator or mask. Read all instructions of the respirator or mask to ensure that it will provide the necessary protection against the inhalation of harmful vapors. Please also check with the local jurisdiction.
- Paint, solvents, insecticides and other materials may be harmful if inhaled.
- Store hazardous fluid in approved containers, and dispose of it according to applicable guideline.
- Do not stop or deflect fluid leaks with your hand or body.
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Misuse of equipment can cause serious injury or death.
- Never aim the spray gun at another person or animal. In the event of injury, seek expert medical advice immediately.
- Do not operate or spray near children. Keep children away from equipment at all times.
- Do not overreach or stand on an unstable support. Keep effective footing and balance at all times.
- Stay alert and watch what you are doing.
- Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
- Do not kink or over-bend the hose.
- Do not use the hose as a strength member to pull or lift the equipment.
- Do not cover turbine case as this will restrict air to the intake and result to overheating and premature failure of the motor.
- Do not carry turbine while spraying.
- Check the hose, hose connectors and power cord daily. Any worn or damaged parts should be replaced immediately.
- Use only genuine Fuji Spray replacement parts.
- It is normal for the turbine air outlet (manifold) to become hot during use, please allow your Fuji Spray turbine to cool for a few minutes before removing the hose from the turbine manifold.
Prop 65 Warning for California Residents
WARNING: This product may contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
GETTING STARTED
Please register your Fuji Spray Product at www.fujispray.com/product-
registration
NOTE: Throughout this Manual we have used the generic word ‘Paint’ to
describe all and any coatings. Please substitute the word ‘Paint’ for whatever
finish or coating you are spraying.
Your Fuji Spray Gun has been adjusted at the factory and is ready for
spraying. To clean out any impurities that may have accumulated during
assembly or shipping, we recommend spraying a small quantity of clean paint
thinner through the gun. Before tackling any serious spraying, experiment with
the Gun on a scrap piece of wood until you become familiar with all the
controls.
HOSE CONNECTION
Connect the Hex Nut at the end of the Hose (Female Connector) to the Turbine Air Outlet. Tighten this Nut lightly. Overturning could cause the internal Manifold to rotate and break the internal Seal to the Motor. A Male Quick Connect Coupler 2046M is available as an acces-sory for the connection to the turbine.
AIR CONTROL VALVE
The Air Control Valve 2032 is located on the Hose next to the brass Quick- Connect. It provides you with a means of controlling the air flow through the Gun. It offers you fingertip control when you need it to reduce bounceback and overspray. It is important to remember that the Air Control Valve – is the ‘last in the chain’ of operations after…
- Thinning the paint
- Adjusting the shape and size of the spray pattern
- Adjusting the flow of paint through the Gun.
After performing these operations, you should spray a few passes onto a scrap piece of plywood or cardboard. This will allow you to determine if the paint levels nicely. Once the Gun is producing a perfect finish with full air, you may then experiment with turning the air down until bounceback is reduced to a mininum. However, if orange-peel results, you have no option but to turn the air up again a slight amount.
PLASTIC DIAPHRAGM
The 1 Quart pressurized Cup has a plastic Diaphragm 2096 (not found in the
Gravity Spray Gun). This Diaphragm prevents paint from entering the Pressure
Tube 2024. The small air hole in the Diaphragm should not be placed directly
below the air hole in the Nipple. Position the Diaphragm hole to the rear of
the Cup. The Spray Gun can be turned to different angles when spraying but
never turned more than horizontal.
CHANGING THE SHAPE OF THE FAN
A) Loosen the Collar 5201. Turn the Air Cap 5202 to the horizontal position then re-tighten the Collar to lock it into place. This setting produces a vertical spray pattern. This pattern is used more than any other by experienced spray painters.
B) Setting the Air Cap in a vertical position produces a horizontal spray pattern. To lock it in position, tighten the Collar. The horizontal fan pattern is the most useful for painting vertically such as a doorframe.
CHANGING THE SIZE OF THE FAN
To produce a smaller fan pattern, turn the Pattern Control Knob 5225 counter-
clockwise. Because the spray pattern size is now much smaller, you must turn
down the amount of paint spraying through the Nozzle at the Fluid Adjusting
Knob 5221 (rear of gun). If you do not do this, you will get runs.
To set the fluid output, simply turn the Fluid Adjusting Knob counter-
clockwise for more ‘paint’ and clockwise for less. Once you set the fluid to
your liking, you can leave it in this position – unless of course, you change
the size of the fan pattern.
For the very smallest pattern (less than 1”), you must move the Gun closer to
the workpiece – but don’t forget to reduce the amount of paint at the Fluid
Adjusting Knob.
ACTUAL SPRAYING TECHNIQUES.
The Spray Gun should be held perpendicular to the surface at all times. HOLD THE GUN NO MORE THAN 8” (20cm) AWAY FROM THE SURFACE TO BE PAINTED.
CORRECT METHOD
Start off the piece. Pull the Trigger and move the Spray Gun in the direction you want to spray. Continue off the edge of the piece on the other end before releasing the Trigger. Between each successive pass, overlap by about a half.
INCORRECT METHOD
CAUTION: Never, for any reason, point the Spray Gun directly at the face, or head of a person.
AIR CAP SET SELECTION
Six additional size Setups are available as accessories. Size No.3
(1.3mm) is standard with all Fuji T-Spray Guns. 1.0mm, 1.3mm or 1.5mm can be
used for any type of fine-finishing application. The larger sizes such as
1.5mm allow for more fluid output – desirable with fast drying lacquers.
AIR CAP SET – Part 5100 Series
If you do not intend on spraying walls & ceilings the only addi-tional Setups you need would be the 1.0mm, 1.5mm, and 1.8mm.
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No. 1 (Part 5100-1) .8mm (.031″) SUPER-FINE OUTPUT SHADING, STAINS.
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No. 2 (Part 5100-2) 1.0mm (.039″) FINE OUTPUT SHADING, STAINS, WATERBORNE COATINGS.
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No. 3 (Part 5100-3) 1.3mm (.051″) FINE – MEDIUM OUTPUT -STANDARD WATER-BASED LACQUERS, ACRYLICS, POLYURETHANE, STAINS.
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No. 4 (Part 5100-4) 1.5mm (.059″) MEDIUM OUTPUT Similar to No. 3 but more coverage. Best for AUTOMOTIVE ENAMELS, LACQUER and LATEX for cabinetry and furniture. Also VARNISHES, PRIMERS, OIL-BASED PAINTS.
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No. 5 (Part 5100-5) 1.8mm (.070″) HIGH OUTPUT
Larger surfaces, thick layers, spotted effects. SEALERS, VARNISH, POLYURETHANE, OIL BASED PAINTS, ENAMELS, EPOXIES, LATEX on walls, ceilings ETC. -
No. 6 (Part 5100-6) 2.0mm (.078″) EXTRA HIGH OUTPUT
Very heavy flows, fast coverage. STONE FINISH PAINTS, TEXTURE COATING, INDUSTRIAL PRIMERS, MULTI-FLECK PAINTS, LATEX on walls, ceilings ETC. -
No. 7 (Part 5100-7) 2.5mm (.098″) MAXIMUM HIGH OUTPUT Heavy flows, faster coverage. LATEX HOUSE PAINT on walls etc.
VISCOSITY GUIDE
A Viscosity Cup (Ford #4 Standard) is included with your Fuji System.
To test the viscosity of the paint material, fill the Viscosity Cup to the
brim and time how long it takes for the liquid to empty out through the hole.
We recommend you experiment to find the ideal viscosity for your application
and record the information for the next time.
Always check with the manufacturer of the coating for assistance in thinning
for spraying. If their product is only designed to be brushed, they may not be
too helpful. But remember that any type of coating can be sprayed if it is
thinned correctly (with the appropriate solvent) and you have installed the
ideal aircap set.
The chart below illustrates how many SECONDS it should take for the material
to flow out of the viscosity cup. This is only an approximate guide.
- Auto: 18 – 20
- Lacquers: 18 – 20
- Enamels: 20 – 25
- Latex: 20 – 30
- Oil-based: 20 – 25
- Primers: 30 – 40
- Sanding Sealers 20 – 22
- Stains: Undiluted
- Creosote: Undiluted
- Polyurethanes: 20 – 25
We suggest thinning around 25% to begin with but this may contra-vene the air
quality control laws for your location. The solvent used for thinning is
usually the solvent mentioned on the can (instructions for ‘cleaning the
brushes’). However, please check with the coatings manufacturer. The aim is to
thin as little as possible.
HVLP spraying is more friendly to the environment than most methods of
spraying. It reduces appreciably the amount of unnecessary misting and fogging
(overspray) associated with high-pressure spraying. Spraying with
Nitrocellulose lacquer can be hazardous. The lacquer, fumes and overspray are
toxic, flammable and explosive. If spraying must be done inside an enclosed
area, ventilate well. Spray close to an open window or door and situate a fan
to draw out the fumes (an explosion-proof motor and explosion-proof lighting
will be necessary).
Please check with the local Authority having jurisdiction on this matter.
A WORD ABOUT LATEX
Although Latex Paint was never originally intended to be sprayed, a professional finish can be achieved by following a few simple rules.(Please do not confuse Latex with the newer water-based coatings). For work such as cabinetry or trim, our equipment can be used successfully with Latex Paint. The Latex will have to be thinned with WATER – approximately 10-30% depending on the brand of paint. And to improve the finish even more, you can use an additive that will slow down the drying process so that the paint levels out nicely. One product available is Floetrol from the Flood Company in Ohio. In the USA Call 1-800-321-3444 for your nearest supplier. (In the U.K. 0845-0618899).
The recommended Air Cap size Setup is either the 1.5mm or 1.8mm for household
trim, louver doors etc. The Latex paint should be ‘finish-quality’ and not a
cheaper grade.
When spraying Latex, please adjust the Fluid Knob 5221 to limit the paint to a
finer spray. This will increase the ratio of air to paint and result in better
atomization and a beautiful finish. (Factually speak-ing, it doesn’t increase
the ratio of air to paint but does the opposite – it allows the air atomizing
power to work on less paint thereby improving the quality of atomization).
Also, it is usually helpful to remove the Air Control Valve so that more air
passes through the Spray Gun. Finally, adjust the pattern to a maximum size of
8” – 9” (20cm) – smaller is ok. Apply a wet coating (wet like a lake).
Although it is possible to use our equipment for house painting (walls), and
many end users do, we feel that an airless gun or power roller is better
suited for that kind of job. However, if you decide to do this kind of work,
you will need the 2.0mm or 2.5mm Air Cap set.
Remember, when you buy a can of paint, lacquer, polyurethane, varnish etc. over the counter, it will most likely be formulated for brushing. That means, it will be too viscous (thick) and will require thinning to spray successfully. This is true even when spraying is mentioned on the label of the can. Check with the manufacturer of the coating to obtain advice on thinning their product. Unfortunately, sometimes you may encounter Technical Sales Personnel that have very little experience or knowledge about HVLP Turbine spraying.
GENERAL CLEANING
- To clean the Gun after each use, empty all paint from the Cup. Use a solvent-soaked rag to clean the residue in the Cup. Then, spray some clean solvent through the Gun into a clean rag (to avoid filling the room with unnecessary spray) or a bucket. Repeat until the inside of the fluid passages in the Gun, Metal Fluid Tube etc. are clean. Use the wet rag to wipe off the Air Cap and tip of the Fluid Nozzle. The Air Cap can be soaked in thinner.
- If this type of cleaning is done while the paint is still wet in the Gun, it should be all that is necessary to keep the Gun clean enough for next time. Do not leave liquids in the Cup overnight or for long periods.
- Do not restrict the Fluid Nozzle when cleaning (by putting your finger over the Nozzle orifice) – this will drive thinned paint up the pressure tube and into the spray gun which is undesirable.
- PLEASE DO NOT USE A WIRE BRUSH OR ANYTHING METAL TO CLEAN THE GUN OR CUP AS THIS WILL CAUSE DAMAGE.
- DO NOT disassemble the Cup Assembly – Threads in your cup have been sealed at the factory to prevent leakage under pressure.
- The standard 1 quart (1000cc) Cup can be used with most coatings (including water-based). Also available as an accessory is our 2093T Teflon-coated Cup. Four sizes of Gravity Cups are also available.
- CAUTION: Never soak the complete Spray Gun in solvent as this removes the grease from the parts and distributes thinned paints throughout the air passages. It could also damage internal parts such as the Spindle Valve or Valve Seals. It may sometimes be necessary to soak the Air Cap, Nozzle, Needle, Air Diffuser and Air Divider. You may soak only the metal parts in solvent and clean with the soft bristle Cleaning Brush 9045. To reassemble, first oil or grease all moving and threaded parts.
- CAUTION: Do not lay the Gun down on its side with liquid mate-rial in it. When not in use the Cup Lid should not be clamped down hard as this will cause the Gasket to flatten out.
CLEANING FLUID PASSAGES
To clean, flush solvent through the Spray Gun while the paint is still wet inside the Gun. If this type of quick cleaning is performed frequently, the Spray Gun will function well for many years. 99% of problems with a Spray Gun stem from clogs in the fluid passages and (perhaps more important), the Pressure Tube air passages. Please see Page 14… No Paint (or very little paint).
CLEANING BEHIND THE FLUID NOZZLE
Remove the Collar 5201 and Aircap 5202. Using the supplied Wrench, remove the
Fluid Nozzle 5203. Once the Fluid Nozzle is removed please be careful that the
Air Diffuser 5204 does not fall out of the Gun. Use the Cleaning Brush and
appropriate solvent to clean behind the Fluid Nozzle. The Air Cap, Fluid
Nozzle, Needle, Air Diffuser and Air Divider may be soaked in solvent. To
remove the Needle, remove the Fluid Knob 5221, Spring 5220 from the rear of
the gun. The Needle can then be soaked and later wiped clean.
When reinstalling the Air Diffuser, note that there is a Locating Pin on the
back side. This pin must be located into the matching hole in the Air Divider
5207.
PLEASE DO NOT SOAK THE WHOLE GUN IN ANY LIQUID – THIS IS NEVER NECESSARY OR
ADVISABLE.
CLOGGED GUN – THE FLUID COUPLER
If the Fluid Coupler 5208 (T-70) or 5211 (T-75G) is clogged with dried paint it must be cleaned while in place in the Gun. The Fluid Coupler should not be removed. Remove the Cup Assembly by loosening the Nut. Use the supplied Cleaning Brush to unclog the inside of the Fluid Coupler using Solvent. Replace the Cup. Before tightening, position the Cup to the preferred position and tighten the Nut.
FINISH PROBLEMS
ORANGE PEEL – If the finish is rough and resembles orange peel then the
material is too thick. (Or perhaps you have the Air Control Valve turned down
– please check that it is fully open). The ‘paint’ will not atomize properly
and the surface will be spotty. To remedy this, add more thinner (or
appropriate solvent). For fast drying products such as lacquers, you may also
want to add a lacquer retarder. This will slow the drying time allowing the
material to flow out and level nicely.
Retarders are available for other coatings too, such as Penetrol for Oil-based
paints or Floetrol for Latex house paints. These products go under different
names such as Flow-Out Additives etc. Please check with the coatings
manufacturer.
NOTE: With the newer water-based materials ‘orange peel’ is usually a
result of spraying on too thick a film. Try spraying an extremely THIN FILM,
but still WET coat. With most other coatings, orange peel is caused by
material being too thick or not enough atomizing power. This is why we suggest
leaving the air control valve fully open when experimenting with a new coating
material, otherwise it will cause confusion. If the the Air Control Valve is
fully open (or perhaps removed for Latex spraying) then orange peel can only
be one cause -the material is too thick and must be thinned.
GRITTY FINISH – If the material is too thin, it is likely to run or be
over-atomized, producing a rough gritty finish. Try thinning the product less
and spraying a wetter coat.
FISH EYES – If you are refinishing furniture or pianos, fish eyes could
become a problem. The cause is usually silicone or oil from polish which has
been liquified by the paint stripper that has now soaked into the bare wood.
This silicone prevents the lacquer from adhering to the wood. One way to
sometimes correct this is to seal in the silicone by misting on two or three
light coats of lacquer. Then spray on a regular wet coat. We do not recommend
the use of a product known as ‘Fish-Eye Drops’ which is essentially liquid
silicone. Silicone will only contaminate the gun even further. Anything that
comes into contact with the silicone becomes contaminated – such as; rags,
aprons, bench tops, gloves.
SPRAYGUN PROBLEMS
NO PAINT (OR VERY LITTLE PAINT)
The air passing through the Pressure Tube 2024 to pressurize the Cup is
blocked. This means that either the Tube itself, the Check Valve, or one of
the two Nipples are blocked. A pipe cleaner can be used for cleaning the hole
in the Nipple.
- Pressurizing Tube and/or Nipples are blocked – COMMON
- The Cup is not tightened down sufficiently or the Cup Lid Gasket is worn and leaking air
- The Cup is empty
- The metal Fluid Tube is blocked with paint – RARE
- The Fluid Coupler is blocked with paint – RARE
UNEVEN SPRAY PATTERN
One of the holes in the Air Cap may be blocked. Or, the paint could be dirty
and is partially blocking the Fluid Nozzle. Remove the Air Cap and clean by
soaking in solvent and using the soft Bristle Brush or a rag. NEVER use metal
objects to clean holes in the Air Cap.
LEAKAGE
If paint material comes out of the Fluid Nozzle without pulling the Trigger…
- The Needle is not seating in the Fluid Nozzle properly
- The Needle Packing may be too tight preventing the Needle from moving – See Page 16 Needle Packing
- Foreign matter trapped between Needle and Fluid Nozzle
- The Needle or Fluid Nozzle could be damaged or worn
- Loose Fluid Nozzle
- Wrong Fluid Nozzle size installed
CUP LEAKS
- Oil above and below the Lever to smooth the Lever action
- Change Gasket/Diaphragm
- Leak around Nipple – use Loctite to seal
- Leak around Side Pins – use Loctite to seal
- Leak through Lid – remove Nut under Lid – use Loctite
THE TRIGGER IS SLUGGISH
- The Needle Packing is too tight – see LEAKAGE FROM THE NEEDLE PACKING NUT. Page 16
- Bent Needle
POOR SPRAY PATTERN
- Damaged Needle or Nozzle
- Nozzle is clogged
- Air holes in Air Cap clogged
- Gun too far from surface (max. 8” – 20cm)
PAINT AT THE AIR NOZZLE HOLES
- The Fluid Nozzle is loose and material is leaking around it -tighten with the supplied Wrench
- Paint is entering the gun via the Pressure Tube and being blown through the barrel to the Air Cap
GUN SPRAYS IN A PULSATING MANNER
- The Needle Packing has worn a little or is loose. Tighten
- The Cup is almost empty
- The Cup Lid is not tight – air is escaping
- The clear Plastic Pressure Tube is leaking air. Replace
- The Pressure Tube and/or Nipple is clogged. Clear or replace
EXCESSIVE OVERSPRAY
- The spray pattern size is too large for the item being sprayed
- The Gun is being held too far away – should be 8” max. (20cm)
- Trigger on and off as you pass over the edges of the item
- The ‘paint’ is too thin – try thinning less
- Reduce the air by turning the Air Control Valve to the point where overspray is minimized but the finish still looks good
- For ideal and comfortable spraying conditions, you should install an extraction fan.* If you are spraying a flammable, combustible product such as nitrocellulose lacquer, you must install an explosion-proof fan (and explosion-proof lighting and switches)
Note: Please check with the local jurisdiction on this matter.
LEAKAGE FROM THE NOZZLE
This occurs when the Needle Packing Nut 5210 is too tight com-pressing the
Needle Packing 5209 too tightly around the Needle.
Half fill the cup with water. Attach the Gun to the Hose and turn on the
Turbine blower to pressurize the Cup. Pull the Trigger and release. Check the
Nozzle for water spurting out.
Use the supplied wrench to GENTLY loosen the Nut (1 or 2 degrees only at a
time). This is a very sensitive adjustment. Again pull the Trigger and
release. Wipe away the water in between adjustments. Repeat until no water is
seen at the Nozzle Hole.
LEAKAGE FROM THE NEEDLE PACKING NUT
This occurs when the Needle Packing Nut is too loose.
Half fill the cup with water. Attach the Gun to the Hose and turn on the
Turbine blower to pressurize the Cup. Use the supplied wrench to GENTLY
tighten the Needle Packing Nut 1 or 2 degrees only. This is a very sensitive
adjustment. Wipe away the water in between adjustments. Repeat until no water
is seen where the Needle passes through the Needle Packing Nut 5210.
It is a good idea to apply Light Machine Oil or Vaseline to the Needle Shaft where it passes through the Needle Packing Nut and work it in and out by pulling the Trigger back and forth. This will lubricate the Needle Packing 5209.
PRESSURE POT USE FOR 4-STAGE OR 5-STAGE TURBINE
If you use a 4-stage Turbine or higher, a compressor is NOT needed to
pressurize the Fuji Spray 2 Qt. Pressure Pot.
The Fuji Spray 2 Qt. Pressure Pot Assembly 5432 has unique features. These
features combined with additional pressure from the Fuji Spray 4-stage
Turbine, allows the user to connect the larger capacity pot to the Turbine
system without the need for a compressor.
To connect the Fuji Spray 2Qt. Pressure Pot Assembly, remove the cup assembly
and the pressurizing tube 2024 from the spraygun.
Connect your material line (fluid hose) to the fluid coupler on the gun.
You must block off the air that would normally go from the gun to the cup
assembly. This nipple can be covered with Nipple Cap 5411.
PRESSURE POT USE FOR 3-STAGE
If you use a 3-stage Turbine or lower, a compressor IS NEEDED TO PRESSURIZE
THE POT.
PLEASE NOTE: The Fuji Spray 2 Qt. Pressure Pot Assembly 5432 has been
designed for Turbine use and is NOT compatible with a compressor. However, you
are able to hook up a standard 2Qt. Pressure Pot with a compressor.
To connect to a Pressure Pot, remove the cup assembly and the pressurizing
tube 2024 from the spraygun.
Connect your material line (fluid hose) to the fluid coupler on the gun.
You must block off the air that would normally go from the gun to the cup
assembly. This nipple can be capped with Nipple Cap 5411.
If using a 2-stage or 3-stage Turbine, we recommend the use of a compressor.
Set the compressor to between 6-8 PSI. This is enough to push the paint
material up to the gun. For spraying at greater heights (over 8 feet), more
fluid pressure may be necessary. The fluid pressure should never be set at
more than 20 PSI. If you find a higher pressure is needed, we advise you to
check the material hose for paint blockage.
TURBINE CARE AND MAINTENANCE
FUJI SPRAY PLATINUM SERIES TURBINES
All PLATINUM Turbines are built with the Fuji Spray Heat Dissipation Box™.
Excess heat is channeled directly to this outlet located at rear of the case.
Note: There is no maintenance required for the Heat Dissi-pation Box™.
Q5 PLATINUM VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL DIAL
The Q5 PLATINUM Turbine is installed with Variable Speed Control Dial on the
front of your Turbine case. This feature offers the ability to adjust the psi
to the optimum needed to perfectly atomize your coating and yet reduce the
overspray/bounceback to an absolute minimum.
Please refer to
“www.fujispray.com/technical” or the
Fuji Spray “FAQ” page. Here you will find detailed instructions on the most
efficient way to use this Dial.
FILTER(S)
It is important to clean or replace your filters regularly. Operating the
Turbine unit with clogged or dirty filters will cause the Turbine to overheat
and result in premature failure. The Fuji HVLP Turbines have either 1 or 2
Filters. To remove, simply pull the Filters out from Filter Enclosure. Wash in
warm soapy water and dry before replacing.
All Fuji Filters are a friction fit. The Filter must fill the entire Filter
Enclo-sure. NOTE: Mini-Mite GOLD Turbine has two square filters, fine and
coarse. The fine Filter is installed to the left side and the coarse to the
right side (as seen looking at the front of the Turbine where the Hose is
connected). Cleaning your filters regularly is essential to maintaining your
Turbine. It is always a good idea to have a spare pair of filters on hand.
Turbine Filter part numbers:
- Mini-Mite GOLD Turbine (square shape filters) – Part # 4009-2
- Mini-Mite PLATINUM Turbine (semi-circle shape filters) – Part # 7224-2
- Q GOLD and PLATINUM Turbine filter- Part # 5029
All HVLP Turbines are designed for intermittent use. When taking a break between coats or stepping aside to refill your cup, it’s good practice to turn the Turbine off during this time. This allows the machine to cool off.
When spraying, always ensure that the Turbine unit is at least 15 feet away
from spray project and in a well ventilated area. This will prevent any
overspray or debris being ingested into the Turbine. Failure to do this may
cause the filters to clog, resulting in damage to the internal motor.
It is a good idea to make use of the Turbine Wireless Remote (Accessory part #
3072). This device allows you to turn the Turbine unit on/off for your
convenience without having to walk back and forth to the Turbine.
If you experience a problem with your Turbine unit, please DO NOT try to open
and service the Turbine yourself. Contact us for technical assistance. If it
is an issue of no power, check your power outlet. Also, try re-setting the
Breaker on the back of the turbine by pressing it once.
GUN HOLDER & FILLING STATION
GUN HOLDER INSTALLATION
The 2 holes on the top of the Holder require the 2 Machine Screws and Washers.
These Screws fit into Threaded Inserts in the Metal Case. Do not over tighten
– snug is fine.
The single Silver-Colored Screw must be installed to the single hole on the
side of the Gun Holder. Once again, please do not over tighten this screw –
snug is fine.
If you do not intend on using the Gun Holder you may insert the appropri-ate
screws (as mentioned above) to block the holes.
GUN HOLDER USE
Place the Hose Connector 5229 (base of the Gun Handle) over the shaft of the
Gun Holder shown in above illustration. Please ensure it is fully set down to
the base of the shaft. The Spray Gun will now sit stationary. The Gun can be
left on the Holder for any length of time. It is a convenient resting place
between spraying and ideal for filling the Gravity Cup.
FUJI T-70 & T-75G SPRAY GUN
Fuji Limited 2 Year Warranty
Fuji Industrial Spray Equipment Ltd. (“Fuji”) provides a 24 month limited
warranty on the product to the original purchaser effective from the date of
purchase against defects in materials and workmanship.
The warranty does not cover damage or defects arising as a result of abuse,
misuse, accident, negligence, malfunction, corrosion, normal wear and tear,
inadequate or lack of spray gun or other aspects of maintenance of the
product, damage arising from improper assembly, installation or operation, or
damage arising from the product being used for a purpose other than that for
which it was designed or intended. The warranty is void if repairs to the
product are made or attempted by anyone other than Fuji or its authorized
agent, or if any modifications to the product are made or attempted.
Purchasers located in North America must obtain a Return Material
Authorization number by calling Fuji at
1-800-650-0930 before returning the
product to Fuji or its designated representative. Purchasers located outside
North America must contact the vendor from which they purchased the product.
In all instances purchasers must return the product together with proof of
purchase and with shipping prepaid. For valid warranty claims the product will
be returned to the purchaser with shipping prepaid.
This is the only warranty provided by Fuji with respect to the product and is
in lieu of any other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited
to any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Fuji’s
sole obligation under this warranty shall, at its option, be to either repair
or replace a product determined by Fuji to be defective. In no event shall
Fuji be liable for loss or profits, incidental or consequential damages,
injury to any person or property, or any other damages of whatsoever nature.
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