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Material Compatibility

These materials are best suited for the Control Spray Xtra Duty

MATERIALCOMPATIBILITY
Wood StainIdeal Performance
Semi-Transparent StainIdeal Performance
Solid StainIdeal Performance
Paint & PrimerNot Recommended

Spray Technique

Air Cap Position for Spray Patterns

Adjust the position of the air cap on the nozzle to change the spray pattern to your desired position

Horizontal Spray Pattern
W QX5 iSpray Nozzle Fan Pattern Horz
Vertical Spray Pattern
W QX5 iSpray Nozzle Fan Pattern Vert
Spraying Techniques
Distance From Surface

Position spray gun perpendicular to and 6-8″ from the surface

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Overlap Each Pass

When spraying large surfaces, overlap each pass by at least 50%.

Overlap
Correct Spray Technique

Spray with smooth passes at a consistent speed. Do not flex wrist when spraying

Parallel
Spray Pattern Guide

Here are some ways to troubleshoot any issues with your spray pattern if they come up

SPRAY PATTERNIMAGESOLUTIONS
Clumpy FinishStain Splotchy Spray PatternToo little air and too much material. Turn up the air flow and turn down the material flow.NOTE: This sprayer is not designed to spray thick materials.
Runs & SagsStain Sags and Runs Spray Pattern 2Too much air and too much material. Turn down the air flow and the material flow.Spray gun is too close to the surface. Take a step back and hold it 6-8″ away.Moving too slow. Move faster while remaining steady.
Poor CoverageStain Poor Coverage Spray PatternToo little air and too little material. Turn up the air flow and turn up the material flow.Spray gun is too far from the surface. Take a step closer and hold it 6-8″ away.Moving too fast. Move slower while remaining steady.If adjusting the settings does not work, try adding Wagner Paint Easy to latex paint to condition it.
Good Spray PatternStain Good Spray PatternSettings are adjusted properly, sprayer is 6-8″ away from the surface and is moving at a steady speed.

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