Harbor Freight Tools 90590 User's Manual
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1. accessories intended for use with this product Ap proved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools Maintain this product with care Keep this product clean and dry for better and safer performance For your safety service and maintenance should be per formed regularly by a qualified technician Use the right tool for the job Do not attempt to force a small tool to do the work of a larger industrial tool There are certain applications for which this tool was designed It will do the job better and more safely at the capacity for which it was intended Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended Maintain a safe working environment Keep the work area well lit Make sure there is adequate surrounding work space Always keep the area free of obstruc tions grease oil trash and other debris Use this product only in a well venti lated area SKU 90590 PAGE 3 16 Before each use always check all connections and joints to make sure no air leaks are present Also check air hoses for cracks or excessive wear Always replace a damaged hose 17 Maintain labels and nameplates on this product These carry important information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replace ment 18 Always disconnect the Air Regulator from its air supply source before performing any maintenance on the Air Regulator 19 WARNING The brass components of this product cont2. CENTRAL PNEUMATIC AIR REGULATOR 1 4 MODEL 90590 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Distributed Exclusively by 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our Web site at http www harborfreight com Copyright 2003 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ITEM DESCRIPTION 160 PSI Air Inlet Size 1 4 NPS Air Outlet Size 1 4 NPS Regulator Type Piston Type Regulator Assembly for HVLP Gun Pressure Gauge Size 1 5 8 Diameter Guage Type Center Back Connection Pressure Gauge SAVE THIS MANUAL You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly operating inspection maintenance and cleaning procedures parts list and as sembly diagram Keep your invoice with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS 1 Do not exceed the maximum pressure rating of 160 PSI for this product 2 Keep work area clean and dry Cluttered damp or wet work areas invite injuries 3 Keep children away from work area Do not allow children to handle this product 4 Store idle equipment When not in use tools a
3. ISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PROD UCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO SKU 90590 PAGE 6 PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM i 2 3 s fons r e foe SSS d oo fone fo e fme oo 9o Spring Washer Nipple 12 Nut 1 4 N P S Female 13 Adapter 1 8 14M x 1 4 N P S 14 Pressure Gauge NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 90590 PAGE 7 REV 07k
4. ain lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm California Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq 20 Always read and adhere to all safety warnings and instructions provided in the instruction manual of the spray paint equipment being used 21 WARNING The warnings precautions and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur The operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List page 7 are included If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 1 The Air Regulator is designed for use on paint spray guns The Regulator s stop feature prevents surges while spraying to keep an even coat and improve the paint finish ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE For additional references to the parts listed on the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram page 7 1 Proper use of the Air Regulator requires that it be directly attached to the air intake of the spray gun To do so wrap about 3 of pipe thread seal tape not included around the male threads of the Spray Gun Then wrench SKU 90590 PAGE 4 tighten the Air Diaph
5. nd equipment should be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust Always lock up tools and equipment and keep out of reach of children SKU 90590 PAGE 2 14 Do not use this product if under the influence of alcohol or drugs Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgement or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs If there is any doubt do not attempt to use this product Use eye protection Wear ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles when using this product ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles are available from Harbor Freight Tools Dress safely Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can become caught in moving parts Wear a protective hair covering to prevent long hair from be coming caught in moving parts Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times to prevent tripping falling back injury etc Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements Stay alert Watch what you are doing at all times Use common sense Do not use this product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand Check for damaged parts Before using this product carefully check that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for damaged parts and any other conditions that may affect the operation of this product Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately Replacement parts and accessories When servicing use only identical re placement parts Only use
6. ragm Regulator into the air intake of the spray gun See Figure A SPRAY PAINT GUN NOT INCLUDED ADAPTER 13 ADJUSTING KNOB 1 PRESSURE GAUGE 14 i st CONNECT AIR SUPPLY HOSE FIGURE A TO COUPLER not included OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 NOTE Before starting make sure to refer to both the spray gun and paint manufacturers instruction manuals to determine the proper level of air pressure required for each specific painting job that is to be performed 2 To use the Air Regulator turn its Adjusting Knob counterclockwise all the way See Figure A Apply several wraps of sealant tape to the threads of 13 Adapter Then install a 1 4 NPT or 1 4 NPS coupler plug not included on the Adapter and wrench tighten 3 Connect the air supply hose to the Coupler not included of the Air Regulator Then turn on the air compressor See Figure A 4 IMPORTANT The air pressure of the Air Regulator may be adjusted from 0 to 160 PSI To increase the level of PSI turn the Adjusting Knob part 1 clockwise To decrease the level of PSI turn the Adjusting Knob counterclockwise See Figure A 5 Turn the Adjusting Knob part 1 clockwise to raise the air pressure to the de sired level as indicated on the Pressure Gauge part 14 See Figure A 6 Make sure to spray waste material for several seconds prior to starting the actual job This allows you to properly adjust the spray gun and if necessary
7. re adjust the level of air pressure using the Adjusting Knob part 1 SKU 90590 PAGE 5 N When finished painting turn off the air compressor Squeeze the trigger of the spray gun for several seconds to release all compressed air from the system Then disconnect the air supply hose from the Air Regulator See Figure A INSPECTION MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Before each use inspect the general condition of the Air Regulator loose connections and joints cracked or broken parts excessively worn air supply hose and any other condition that may affect the safe and proper operation of the Regulator If a problem occurs have the problem corrected before further use Do not use damaged equipment N When cleaning use only water and a mild detergent Do not immersed in liquid Do not use cleaners that are combustible or corrosive PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTUER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL R
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