1. Make sure you’ve got all the equipment you need. Then assemble the components; here, start with the gun and paint hose.

2. Link the other end of the paint hose to the pressurized paint tank. Then connect the air hose to the turbine and the gun. Tighten all connections fully.

3. Fill up the paint tank to the level recommended by the hire company. if thinning is necessary, do it now and then stir the paint thoroughly.

4. Fit the lid of the tank back on. When you are sure it’s correctly placed, screw it down so the tank is properly sealed and can be pressurized.

5. Next, pressurize the container by pumping with the integral pump. Don’t exceed the recommended pressure level shown on the gauge.

6. Test the gun by spraying paint onto an old board, and adjust the nozzle on the front of the gun as necessary to give a uniform spray pattern.

This article was written by Michael, who owns the microwave reviews and panasonic microwaves blog.