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Instructions – Parts List
Parts
Airless Spray Gun
Model 206408, Series H
3000 psi (21.0 MPa, 210 bar) Maximum Working Pressure
Important Safety Instructions
Read all warnings and instructions in this manual.
Save these instructions.
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GRACO INC. P.O. BOX 1441 MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55440–1441
Copyright 2002, Graco Inc. is registered to I.S. EN ISO 9001
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Table of Contents
Symbols
Warnings 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Data 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graco Information 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WARNING
SKIN INJECTION HAZARD
Spray from the gun, hose leaks, or ruptured components can inject fluid into your body and cause an
extremely serious injury, including the need for amputation. Splashing fluid in the eyes or on the skin
can also cause a serious injury.
D Fluid injected into the skin might look like just a cut, but it is a serious injury. Get immediate surgi-
cal treatment.
Warning Symbol
WARNING
This symbol alerts you to the possibility of serious
injury or death if you do not follow the instructions.
Caution Symbol
CAUTION
This symbol alerts you to the possibility of damage to
or destruction of equipment if you do not follow the corresponding instructions.
D Do not point the dispensing valve at anyone or at any part of the body.
D Do not put hand or fingers over the spray tip.
D Do not stop or deflect fluid leaks with your hand, body, glove, or rag.
D Do not “blow back” fluid; this is not an air spray system.
D Always have the tip guard and the trigger guard on the gun when spraying.
D Be sure the gun trigger safety operates before spraying.
D Lock the gun/valve trigger safety when you stop spraying.
D Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure on page 6 whenever you: are instructed to relieve pres-
sure; stop spraying; clean, check, or service the equipment; and install or clean the spray tip.
D Tighten all the fluid connections before operating the equipment.
D Check the hoses, tubes, and couplings daily. Replace worn, damaged, or loose parts immediately.
Permanently coupled hoses cannot be repaired; replace the entire hose.
TOXIC FLUID HAZARD
Hazardous fluids or toxic fumes can cause a serious injury or death if splashed in the eyes or on the
skin, swallowed, or inhaled.
D Know the specific hazards of the fluid you are using. Read the fluid manufacturer’s warnings.
D Store hazardous fluid in an approved container. Dispose of the hazardous fluid according to all
local, state, and national guidelines.
D Wear appropriate protective clothing, gloves, eyewear, and respirator.
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WARNING
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Improper grounding, poor air ventilation, open flames, or sparks can cause a hazardous condition and
result in fire or explosion and serious injury.
D Ground the equipment and the object being sprayed. See Grounding on page 4.
D Provide fresh air ventilation to avoid the buildup of flammable fumes from solvent or the fluid being
sprayed.
D Extinguish all the open flames or pilot lights in the spray area.
D Electrically disconnect all the equipment in the spray area.
D Keep the spray area free of debris, including solvent, rags, and gasoline.
D Do not turn on or off any light switch in the spray area while operating or if fumes are present.
D Do not smoke in the spray area.
D Do not operate a gasoline engine in the spray area.
D If there is any static sparking while using the equipment, stop spraying immediately. Identify and
correct the problem.
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
INSTRUCTIONS
Equipment misuse can cause the equipment to rupture, malfunction, or start unexpectedly and result
in a serious injury.
D This equipment is for professional use only.
D Read all the instruction manuals, tags, and labels before operating the equipment.
D Use the equipment only for its intended purpose. If you are uncertain about usage, call your Graco
distributor.
D Do not alter or modify this equipment. Use only genuine Graco parts and accessories.
D Check the equipment daily. Repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
D Do not exceed the maximum working pressure of the lowest rated system component. This spray
gun has a 3000 psi (21.0 MPa, 210 bar) maximum working pressure.
D Use fluids that are compatible with the equipment wetted parts. See the Technical Data section of
all the equipment manuals. Read the fluid manufacturer’s warnings.
D Route the hoses away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts, and hot surfaces. Do not
expose Graco hoses to temperatures above 180_F (82_C) or below –40_F (–40_C).
D Do not use the hoses to pull equipment.
D Wear hearing protection when operating this equipment.
D Comply with all applicable local, state, and national fire, electrical, and other safety regulations.
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Grounding
Installation
WARNING
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Before operating, ground the system as
explained below. Also read the section
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD on
page 3.
D Fluid hoses: Use only electrically conductive hoses
with a maximum of 500 feet (150 m) combined
hose length to ensure grounding continuity.
D Spray gun: Obtain grounding through connection to
a properly grounded fluid hose and sprayer or
pump.
To reduce the risk of static sparking, ground all the
dispensing equipment used or located in the work
area. Check you local electrical code for detailed
grounding instructions for your are and type of equipment. Be sure to ground all of this equipment.
D Pump or sprayer: If using an electric sprayer, plug
the power supply cord or extension cord, each
equipped with an undamaged three-prong plug, into
a properly grounded outlet. Do not use an adapter.
All extension cords must have three wires and be
rated for 15 amps. If using another type of sprayer
or pump, ground it by connecting a grounding wire
(12 ga minimum) from the pump or sprayer’s
grounding lug to a true earth ground.
D Air compressor or hydraulic power supply: Follow
the local code.
D Supply container: Follow the local code.
D Object being sprayed: Follow the local code.
D All solvent pails used when flushing: Follow the
local code. Use only metal pails, which are conductive. Do not place the pail on a non-conductive
surface, such as paper or cardboard, which interrupts the grounding continuity.
D To maintain grounding continuity when flushing or
relieving pressure, always hold a metal part of the
gun firmly to the side of a grounded metal pail, then
trigger the gun.
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Installation
NOTE: Numbers and letters in parentheses in the text
correspond to the reference numbers and letters in the
text and drawings.
WARNING
Be sure your system has a bleed-type master air
valve (pneumatic pumps only) and a fluid drain
valve. These two accessories help reduce the risk
of serious injury, including fluid injection, splashing
in the eyes or on the skin, or injury from moving
parts, if you are adjusting or repairing the pump or
gun.
D The bleed-type master air valve relieves air
trapped between this valve and the pump after
the air regulator is shut off. Trapped air can
cause the pump to cycle unexpectedly.
D The fluid drain valve assists in relieving fluid
pressure in the displacement pump, hose, and
gun; triggering the gun to relieve pressure may
not be sufficient.
1. Connect a grounded fluid hose to the gun inlet.
2. With no tip installed, start the pump/sprayer. Flush
it according to the instructions supplied with it.
Prime the system with the fluid you are using.
3. Relieve the pressure.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury whenever you
are instructed to relieve pressure, always follow the
Pressure Relief Procedure on page 6.
4. With the gun safety latch engaged, unscrew the
retaining nut (B) of the tip/guard assembly
(26, 27), and install the gasket (25) in the retaining
nut. Screw the tip/guard assembly firmly onto the
gun. Tighten with a wrench. See Fig. 1.
NOTE: Failure to install the tip gasket (25) will
result in leaking.
5. Strain the fluid you are spraying if it contains
particles that could clog the spray tip.
Fig. 1
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26
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Operation
Pressure Relief Procedure
WARNING
INJECTION HAZARD
Fluid under high pressure can be injected through the skin and cause
serious injury. To reduce the risk of an
injury from injection, splashing fluid, or moving
parts, follow the Pressure Relief Procedure
whenever you:
D are instructed to relieve the pressure,
D stop spraying,
D check or service any of the system equipment,
D or install or clean the spray tips.
1. Engage the gun safety knob.
2. Shut off the power supply to the pump and open
any air bleed valves in the system.
3. With an electric sprayer, also unplug the cord.
4. Disengage the gun safety knob.
5. Hold a metal part of the gun firmly to the side of a
grounded metal pail, and trigger the gun to relieve
pressure.
6. Engage the gun safety knob.
7. Open the fluid drain valve, having a container
ready to catch the drainage.
8. Leave the drain valve open until you are ready to
use the system again.
If you suspect that the gun, hose, or spray tip is completely clogged, or that pressure has not been fully
relieved after following the steps above, very slowly
loosen the tip guard retaining nut, outlet accessory nut,
or hose end coupling and relieve pressure gradually,
then loosen completely. Then clear the tip or hose.
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Operation
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury whenever you
are instructed to relieve pressure, always follow the
Pressure Relief Procedure on page 6.
Whenever you stop spraying for a moment, engage
the gun safety latch. See Fig. 2.
WARNING
The wallet-size warning card provided with this gun
should be kept with the operator at all times. The
card contains important treatment information
should an injection injury occur. Additional cards
are available at no charge from Graco Inc.
1. Start the pump. Adjust the fluid pressure so the
spray is completely atomized. ALways use the
lowest pressure necessary to get the desired
results. Higher pressure may not improve the
spray pattern and will cause premature tip and
pump wear.
2. If adjusting the pressure does not give a good
spray pattern, try another tip size. Relieve the
pressure completely before changing tips.
How to use the Safety Knob (Fig. 2)
To engage the safety knob, turn the knob fully clockwise which locks the needle in the forward position,
making the valve inoperative. Failure to engage the
safety knob when you are not dispensing may result in
accidental triggering of the valve.
To disengage the safety knob, turn the knob fully
counterclockwise.
safety knob
Turn clockwise to
engage safety.
Fig. 2
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3. Use a full-open, full-close trigger action. Hold the
gun about 14 in. (350 mm) from and at right angles
to the work surface. Do not swing the gun in an
arc. Practice to find the best length and speed of
stroke.
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Adjusting the Spray Pattern
Operation
CAUTION
WARNING
To reduce the risk of a fluid injection injury, never
use the gun with the tip guard or trigger guard
removed.
To adjust the orientation of the spray pattern, relieve
the pressure. Engage the safety latch, and loosen
the tip guard retaining nut (B). Rotate the tip/guard
assembly (26, 27) to the spray pattern orientation you
desire. See Fig. 3.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury whenever you
are instructed to relieve pressure, always follow the
Pressure Relief Procedure on page 6.
The spray tip orifice size and spray angle determines
the coverage and size of pattern. When more coverage is needed, use a larger spray tip rather than
increasing fluid pressure.
Tip/guard assembly
(26, 27) is oriented for
a vertical spray pattern
as shown.
Openings in the tip guard are designed to reduce
paint buildup on the guard while spraying. Any
damage to the sharp edges of the openings causes
paint to collect at that area. To reduce the risk of
damage, never hang the gun by the tip guard.
Cleaning or Clearing the Spray Tip
Clean off the front of the tip frequently during the day’s
operation and at the end of the work day. Always
relieve the pressure. Then, use a solvent soaked
brush to clean the spray tip and to keep fluid buildup
from drying and clogging the spray tip.
If the spray tip clogs while spraying, clear it as follows:
1. Engage the gun safety latch.
2. Turn the arrow-shaped handle on the tip (27) 180_
to the cleaning position.
3. Disengage the gun safety latch, and trigger the
gun into a grounded metal pail.
Fluid pressure should force out the clog.
4. Engage the gun safety latch, and turn the arrowshaped handle180_ to the spray position.
Fig. 3
26
B
5. Disengage the gun safety latch, and resume
spraying.
If the tip is still clogged, disassemble and manually
clean it. See page 10.
CAUTION
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Never soak the entire gun in solvent. Prolonged
exposure to solvent can ruin the packings.
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Operation
Flushing the Gun
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury whenever you
are instructed to relieve pressure, always follow the
Pressure Relief Procedure on page 6.
WARNING
Before flushing, be sure the entire system and
flushing pails are properly grounded. Refer to
Grounding on page 4. Relieve the pressure and
remove the spray tip from the gun. Always use the
lowest possible fluid pressure, and maintain firm
metal-to-metal contact between the gun and the
pail during flushing to reduce the risk of a fluid
injection injury, static sparking, and splashing.
Relieve the pressure, remove the spray tip, and then
flush the gun and spray system with a compatible
solvent. Always flush the gun before the fluid being
sprayed can dry in it.
Lubrication
Oil the exposed part of the valve rod (18) and the
trigger pivot (9) daily. See Fig. 4.
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19
oil daily
Fig. 4
oil daily
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CAUTION
To avoid corrosion, never leave water or water-based
fluid in the valve overnight or longer.
If you are using water to flush, flush again with
mineral spirits or oil-based solvent and relieve the
pressure. This leaves a protective coating in the
valve to prevent corrosion.
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Service
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury whenever you
are instructed to relieve pressure, always follow the
Pressure Relief Procedure on page 6.
Reassembly
1. Lubricate the smooth shaft of the rod (18). Insert
the threaded end of the rod through the front of the
valve and through the back.
NOTES:
D If the gun keeps spraying after you release the
trigger, the valve rod (needle) may be obstructed,
worn or damaged, or it may need adjusting. Follow
the repair instructions below.
D Before servicing, be sure all necessary repair parts
are available.
D See the Parts Drawing on page 12.
Disassembly
1. Relieve the pressure and disconnect the dispensing device and supply hose.
2. Unscrew the valve seat (19). Unscrew the pivot (9)
and remove the trigger (15).
3. Grasp the hex of the safety knob (4) with a 11/16
in. open end wrench and unscrew the knob assembly from the gun housing (16).
4. Grasp the flats of the adjusting nut (13) with an
adjustable wrench and pull it out far enough to
loosen the capscrew (1) using a 3/32 in. socket
head wrench.
5. Use a 3/8 in. open end wrench to unscrew the
packing screw (14).
6. Push the valve rod (18) out the front of the valve.
7. Use a hooked pick to carefully remove the packings (10) and glands (11, 12) from the valve.
8. Clean all parts thoroughly in a compatible solvent,
dry and inspect for damage. Replace the parts as
needed. Disassemble and manually clean the
tip/guard assembly (26, 27) if they are dirty.
2. One at a time, slide the male gland (12), and the
six v-packings (10) (with the lips of the v-packings
facing the front of the valve) onto the valve rod and
slide them into the packing cavity. Insert the female gland (11) and press it gently into the packing
cavity to help seat the packings.
3. Screw the packing screw (14) loosely into the
cavity.
4. Install the trigger (20) and pivot (9).
5. Place a washer (2) on the valve rod and thread the
adjusting nut (13) onto it.
6. Hold the adjusting nut with an adjustable wrench.
Thread the capscrew (1) a few turns into the nut.
7. Check the trigger free play. Push the adjusting nut
(13) forward as far as possible and check for 1/8 to
5/16 in. (3 to 8 mm) free play. See Fig. 5. Adjust
the screw (1) as necessary, then tighten the adjusting nut.
8. Screw the safety knob (4) into the valve.
9. Screw the valve seat (19) into the front of the valve
and torque to 20–25 ft-lb (27–34 NSm). Be sure the
washer (3) is between the seat and trigger guard.
10. Tighten the packing screw (14) just enough to stop
leakage; overtightening results in leaking.
11. Reinstall the tip/guard assembly (26, 27) before
using the gun.
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Adjusting the Needle
WARNING
Proper adjustment of the needle is essential to be
sure the safety knob makes the gun inoperative
when engaged. Improper adjustment may allow the
gun to be triggered, even with the safety knob
engaged (turned fully clockwise), which can result
in serious injury, including fluid injection and splashing in the eyes or on the skin.
Service
To check for proper adjustment, engage the safety
knob (4) and check the free play in the trigger. It
should be 1/8 to 5/16 in. (3 to 8 mm). If it is not, re-
lieve the pressure, unscrew the safety knob assembly (4), and adjust the free play as instructed in steps 7
and 8 of Reassembly on page 10.
4
Fig. 5
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freeplay:
1/8 to 5/16 in.
(3 to 8 mm)
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Parts
Model 206408, Series H
18
19
15
22
20
23
2
4
1
13
21
14
11
9
10
12
six v-packings
16
3
25
27
26
Ref
No. Part No. Description Qty.
1 104301 CAPSCREW, soc hd, 5–40
UNC-2a x 0.625” 1
2* 151395 WASHER, flat 1
3* 168845 GASKET, copper 2
4 210170 STOP, needle 1
5† 172479 TAG, warning (not shown) 1
9 165086 SCREW, pivot 1
10* 165672 V-PACKING, PTFE 6
11* 165674 GLAND, packing, female; brass 1
12* 165675 GLAND, packing, male; brass 1
13 165676 NUT, adjusting 1
14 165677 SCREW, packing 1
15 190654 TRIGGER 1
16 165679 HOUSING, gun, control 1
18* 204629 ROD, valve 1
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Ref.
No. Part No. Description Qty.
19* 206407 SEAT, valve 1
20 192165 GUARD, trigger 1
21 100037 SCREW, machine, phillips-head;
10–24 UNC-2a x 0.5” 1
22 102299 RIVET 2
23† 170239 PLATE, warning 1
24† 179960 SIGN, warning (not shown) 1
25 166969 WASHER, nylon 1
26 222674 GUARD, tip 1
27 GHDXXX TIP OF CHOICE 1
* Recommended tool box spare parts. Keep these parts on
hand to reduce down time.
† Extra warning tags, plates, and signs area available at no
charge.
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Technical Data
Category Data
Maximum fluid working pressure 3000 psi (21.0 MPa, 210 bar)
Fluid valve orifice size 0.188 in. (4.78 mm) diameter
Fluid inlet 1/4 npsm
Fluid outlet 7/8–1/4 npt
Wetted parts aluminum, tungsten carbide, stainless steel, zinc-plated steel,
PTFE, brass, Delrin
Length 8.125” (206 mm)
Height 5” (127 mm)
Weight 2 lb (0.9 kg)
DelrinR is a registered trademark of the DuPont Company.
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Graco Warranty
Graco warrants all equipment listed in this manual which is manufactured by Graco and bearing its name to be free from defects in
material and workmanship on the date of sale by an authorized Graco distributor to the original purchaser for use. With the exception of
any special extended or limited warranty published by Graco, Graco will, for a period of twelve months from the date of sale, repair or
replace any part of the equipment determined by Graco to be defective. This warranty applies only when the equipment is installed,
operated and maintained in accordance with Graco’s written recommendations.
This warranty does not cover, and Graco shall not be liable for general wear and tear, or any malfunction, damage or wear caused by
faulty installation, misapplication, abrasion, corrosion, inadequate or improper maintenance, negligence, accident, tampering, or
substitution of non-Graco component parts. Nor shall Graco be liable for malfunction, damage or wear caused by the incompatibility of
Graco equipment with structures, accessories, equipment or materials not supplied by Graco, or the improper design, manufacture,
installation, operation or maintenance or structures, accessories, equipment or materials not supplied by Graco.
This warranty is conditioned upon the prepaid return of the equipment claimed to be defective to an authorized Graco distributor for
verification of the claimed defect. If the claimed defect is verified, Graco will repair or replace free of charge any defective parts. The
equipment will be returned to the original purchaser transportation prepaid. If inspection of the equipment does not disclose any defect
in material or workmanship, repairs will be made at a reasonable charge, which charges may include the costs of parts, labor, and
transportation.
Graco’s sole obligation and buyer’s sole remedy for any breach of warranty shall be as set forth above. The buyer agrees that no other
remedy (including, but not limited to, incidental or consequential damages for lost profits, lost sales, injury to person or property, or any
other incidental or consequential loss) shall be available. Any action for breach of warranty must be brought within two (2) years of the
date of sale.
GRACO MAKES NO WARRANTY, AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN CONNECTION WITH ACCESSORIES, EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS OR COMPONENTS SOLD BUT
NOT MANUFACTURED BY GRACO. These items sold, but not manufactured by Graco (such as electric motors, gas engines,
switches, hose, etc.), are subject to the warranty, if any, of their manufacturer. Graco will provide purchaser with reasonable assistance
in making any claim for breach of these warranties.
In no event will Graco be liable for indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages resulting from Graco supplying equipment
hereunder, or the furnishing, performance, or use of any products or other goods sold hereto, whether due to a breach of contract,
breach of warranty, the negligence of Graco, or otherwise.
FOR GRACO CANADA CUSTOMERS
The parties acknowledge that they have required that the present document, as well as all documents, notices and legal proceedings
entered into, given or instituted pursuant hereto or relating directly or indirectly hereto, be drawn up in English. Les parties
reconnaissent avoir convenu que la rédaction du présente document sera en Anglais, ainsi que tous documents, avis et procédures
judiciaires exécutés, donnés ou intentés à la suite de ou en rapport, directement ou indirectement, avec les procédures concernées.
Graco Information
TO PLACE AN ORDER, contact your Graco distributor, or call this number to identify the distributor closest to you:
1–800–367–4023 Toll Free
612–623–6921
612–378–3505 Fax
All written and visual data contained in this document reflects the latest product information available at the time of publication.
Graco reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
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International Offices: Belgium, China, Japan, Korea
Graco Headquarters: Minneapolis
GRACO INC. P.O. BOX 1441 MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55440–1441
www.graco.com
PRINTED IN U.S.A. 306796 6/1963, Rev. 2/2006
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