Read all warnings and instructions
in this manual. Save these instructions.
GX-8 Model 297898
GX-8P Auto Model 297860
GX-8P Spray Gun
For use with non-flammable polyurethane foams, two-component coating systems
(polyureas), and some two-component epoxy systems. For professional use only.
Not for use in explosive atmospheres.
3500 psi (24 MPa, 240 bar) Maximum Working Pressure
125 psi (90 KPa, 9 bar) Maximum Air Working Pressure
24P633 Gun, GX-8, with manifold24N996297911296980
2311338N
Includes:
Mix ModuleTipManifold
295338 (013)297192 (201)
Starter
Kit
Not Included
Flushing
Kit
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Warnings
Warnings
The following warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. The exclamation point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbols refer to procedure-specific risks. When
these symbols appear in the body of this manual, refer back to these Warnings. Product-specific hazard symbols and
warnings not covered in this section may appear throughout the body of this manual where applicable.
WARNING
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment and cover all skin when spraying, servicing
equipment, or when in the work area. Protective equipment helps prevent serious injury, including
long-term exposure; inhalation of toxic fumes, mists or vapors; allergic reaction; burns; eye injury and
hearing loss. This protective equipment includes but is not limited to:
• A properly fitting respirator, which may include a supplied-air respirator, chemically impermeable
gloves, protective clothing and foot coverings as recommended by the fluid manufacturer and local
regulatory authority.
• Protective eyewear and hearing protection.
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 Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for handling instructions and to know the specific hazards of the
fluids you are using, including the effects of long-term exposure.
• When spraying, servicing equipment, or when in the work area, always keep work area well
ventilated and always wear appropriate personal protective equipment. See Personal Protective Equipment warnings in this manual.
• Store hazardous fluid in approved containers, and dispose of it according to applicable guidelines.
SKIN INJECTION HAZARD
High-pressure fluid from gun, hose leaks, or ruptured components will pierce skin. This may look like just
a cut, but it is a serious injury that can result in amputation. Get immediate
surgical treatment.
•Do not point gun at anyone or at any part of the body.
•Do not put your hand over the spray tip.
•Do not stop or deflect leaks with your hand, body, glove, or rag.
•Engage trigger lock when not spraying.
•Follow Pressure Relief Procedure in this manual, when you stop spraying and before cleaning,
checking, or servicing equipment.
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
Fluid from the gun/dispense valve, leaks, or ruptured components can splash in the eyes or on skin and
cause serious injury.
•Follow Pressure Relief Procedure in this manual, when you stop spraying and before cleaning,
checking, or servicing equipment.
•Tighten all fluid connections before operating the equipment.
•Check hoses, tubes, and couplings daily. Replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
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Warnings
WARNING
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Flammable fumes, such as solvent and paint fumes, in work area can ignite or explode. To help prevent
fire and explosion:
•Use equipment only in well ventilated area.
•Eliminate all ignition sources; such as pilot lights, cigarettes, portable electric lamps, and plastic drop
cloths (potential static arc).
•Keep work area free of debris, including solvent, rags and gasoline.
•Do not plug or unplug power cords, or turn power or light switches on or off when flammable fumes
are present.
•Ground all equipment in the work area. See Grounding instructions.
•Use only grounded hoses.
•Hold gun firmly to side of grounded pail when triggering into pail.
•If there is static sparking or you feel a shock, stop operation immediately. Do not use equipment
until you identify and correct the problem.
•Keep a working fire extinguisher in the work area.
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Misuse can cause death or serious injury.
•Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
•Do not exceed the maximum working pressure or temperature rating of the lowest rated system
component. See Technical Data in all equipment manuals.
•Use fluids and solvents that are compatible with equipment wetted parts. See Technical Data in all
equipment manuals. Read fluid and solvent manufacturer’s warnings. For complete information
about your material, request MSDS forms from distributor or retailer.
•Check equipment daily. Repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately with genuine
Graco/Gusmer replacement parts only.
•Do not alter or modify equipment.
•Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Call your Graco/Gusmer distributor for information.
•Route hoses and cables away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts, and hot surfaces.
•Do not kink or over bend hoses or use hoses to pull equipment.
•Keep children and animals away from work area.
•Comply with all applicable safety regulations.
PRESSURIZED ALUMINUM PARTS HAZARD
Do not use 1,1,1-trichloroethane, methylene chloride, other halogenated hydrocarbon solvents or fluids
containing such solvents in pressurized aluminum equipment. Such use can cause serious chemical
reaction and equipment rupture, and result in death, serious injury, and property damage.
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Important Two-Component Material Information
TOXIC FUMES
HAZARD
DO NOT ENTER DURING
SPRAY FOAM APPLICATION
OR FOR ___ HOURS AFTER
APPLICATION IS COMPLETE
DO NOT ENTER UNTIL:
DATE:
TIME:
____________
____________
Important Two-Component Material Information
Isocyanate Conditions
Spraying or dispensing fluids that contain isocyanates creates potentially harmful mists, vapors, and atomized
particulates.
•Read and understand the fluid manufacturer’s warnings andSafety Data Sheet (SDS) to know specific haz-
ards and precautions related to isocyanates.
•Use of isocyanates involves potentially hazardous procedures. Do not spray with this equipment unless you
are trained, qualified, and have read and understood the information in this manual and in the fluid manufacturer’s application instructions and SDS.
•Use of incorrectly maintained or mis-adjusted equipment may result in improperly cured material.which
could cause off gassing and offensive odors. Equipment must be carefully maintained and adjusted according to instructions in the manual.
•To prevent inhalation of isocyanate mists, vapors and atomized particulates, everyone in the work area
must wear appropriate respiratory protection. Always wear a properly fitting respirator, which may include
a supplied-air respirator. Ventilate the work area according to instructions in the fluid manufacturer’s SDS.
•Avoid all skin contact with isocyanates. Everyone in the work area must wear chemically impermeable
gloves, protective clothing and foot coverings as recommended by the fluid manufacturer and local regulatory authority. Follow all fluid manufacturer recommendations, including those regarding handling of contaminated clothing. After spraying, wash hands and face before eating or drinking.
•Hazard from exposure to isocyanates continues after spraying. Anyone without appropriate personal protective equipment must stay out of the work area during application and after application for the time period
specified by the fluid manufacturer. Generally this time period is at least 24 hours.
•Warn others who may enter work area of hazard from exposure to isocyanates. Follow the recommendations of the fluid manufacturer and local regulatory authority. Posting a placard such as the following outside
the work area is recommended:
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Important Two-Component Material Information
For all applications except spray
foam
Spraying or dispensing fluids that contain isocyanates creates potentially harmful mists, vapors, and
atomized particulates.
•Read and understand the fluid manufacturer’s
warnings and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to know
specific hazards and precautions related to isocyanates.
•Use of isocyanates involves potentially hazardous procedures. Do not spray with this equipment unless you are trained, qualified, and have
read and understood the information in this manual and in the fluid manufacturer’s application
instructions and SDS.
•Use of incorrectly maintained or mis-adjusted
equipment may result in improperly cured material. Equipment must be carefully maintained and
adjusted according to instructions in the manual.
•To prevent inhalation of isocyanate mists,
vapors, and atomized particulates, everyone in
the work area must wear appropriate respiratory
protection. Always wear a properly fitting respirator, which may include a supplied-air respirator.
Ventilate the work area according to instructions
in the fluid manufacturer’s SDS.
•Avoid all skin contact with isocyanates. Everyone
in the work area must wear chemically impermeable gloves, protective clothing and foot coverings as recommended by the fluid manufacturer
and local regulatory authority. Follow all fluid
manufacturer recommendations, including those
regarding handling of contaminated clothing.
After spraying, wash hands and face before eating or drinking.
Material Self-ignition
Some materials may become self-igniting if applied
too thick. Read material manufacturer’s warnings and
Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Keep Components A and B
Separate
Cross-contamination can result in cured material in
fluid lines which could cause serious injury or damage equipment. To prevent cross-contamination:
•Never interchange component A and component
B wetted parts.
•Never use solvent on one side if it has been contaminated from the other side.
Moisture Sensitivity of
Isocyanates
Exposure to moisture (such as humidity) will cause ISO
to partially cure, forming small, hard, abrasive crystal
that become suspended in the fluid. Eventually a film will
form on the surface and the ISO will begin to gel,
increasing in viscosity.
NOTICE
Partially cured ISO will reduce performance and the
life of all wetted parts.
•Always use a sealed container with a desiccant
dryer in the vent, or a nitrogen atmosphere. Never
store ISO in an open container.
•Keep the ISO pump wet cup or reservoir (if
installed) filled with appropriate lubricant. The
lubricant creates a barrier between the ISO and
the atmosphere.
•Use only moisture-proof hoses compatible with
ISO.
•Never use reclaimed solvents, which may contain
moisture. Always keep solvent containers closed
when not in use.
•Always lubricate threaded parts with an appropriate lubricant when reassembling.
NOTE: The amount of film formation and rate of crystallization varies depending on the blend of ISO, the
humidity, and the temperature.
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Foam Resins with 245 fa
Blowing Agents
Some foam blowing agents will froth at temperatures
above 90°F (33°C) when not under pressure, especially
if agitated. To reduce frothing, minimize preheating in a
circulation system.
Changing Materials
NOTICE
Changing the material types used in your equipment
requires special attention to avoid equipment damage
and downtime.
•When changing materials, flush the equipment
multiple times to ensure it is thoroughly clean.
•Always clean the fluid inlet strainers after flushing.
Important Two-Component Material Information
•Check with your material manufacturer for chemical compatibility.
•When changing between epoxies and urethanes
or polyureas, disassemble and clean all fluid components and change hoses. Epoxies often have
amines on the B (hardener) side. Polyureas often
have amines on the B (resin) side.
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Overall View
125 PSI MAX
Trigger
Air Cap Air
Adjustment
Valve
Safety Stop
Gun Block
Air Cap
Gun Block
Manual
Coupling
Mounting Screw
Valves
Block
FIG. 1: GX-8P Overall View
B-Screen Screw
Screen
Gun Block
Screen
Mixing
Pattern Control
PCD
Air Cap
B-Check
Coupling
Coupling Block
A-Check
Screen
A-Screen
Screen
Rear Seal
Packing Nut
Valving Rod
Jam Nut
O-Ring
Module
Disc (PCD)
Retainer
Valve
Block Gasket
Mounting Screw
Valve
Retainer
Retainer
Screw
Assembly
FIG. 2: GX-8P Centerline Components
Overall View
Centerline Components
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Mixing Module
Valving Rod
Mixing
Pattern
Fan Spray
Assembly
Pattern
Round
Spray Pattern
Module
Control
Disc (PCD)
FIG. 3: Mixing Module & PCD
Graco offers a variety of spray tip configurations to meet
most applications that spray fast-reaction chemical systems at low outputs. GX-8P spray tip components consist of a Pattern Control Disc (PCD) and a Mixing
Module (Figure 3). Tip components are available in a
range of sizes in both round and fan spray patterns.
Please contact your authorized Graco distributor to help
you determine the best configurations for your specific
application.
Overall View
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Operation Basics
Engage the
Safety Stop
125 PSI MAX
125 PSI MAX
Disengage the
Safety Stop
Pull Sleeve
Operation Basics
To prevent accidental gun operation, always disconnect air supply before servicing gun or anytime gun is
not in use.
Grounding
Check your local electrical code and proportioner manual for detailed grounding instructions.
Ground spray gun through connection to
Graco-approved grounded fluid supply hose.
Safety Position
Disengage Safety Stop
To disengage safety stop, push in and turn safety stop
counterclockwise to place gun in OPEN position.
F
IG. 5: Safety Stop - Disengaged
Air Hose Connection
GX-8P guns have a two-position safety stop. When
engaged, it prevents accidental triggering of gun during
servicing or down time. When disengaged, it allows gun
to dispense.
Engage Safety Stop
To engage safety stop, push in and turn safety stop
clockwise to place gun in CLOSED safety position.
IG. 4: Safety Stop - Engaged
F
Connect Air Hoses
Pull back sleeve of female fitting, insert male fitting and
slide sleeve forward to secure connection.
Disconnect Air Hoses
Pull back sleeve of female fitting and pull out male fitting.
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F
IG. 6: Disconnect Air Hose
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Operation Basics
Coupling
Block
Manual
Valves
Coupling Block
Chemical hoses are joined to gun block by a coupling
block to ease installation and removal of gun.
Manual Valves
Two manual valves located on coupling block control
flow of each chemical component to gun.
Never open manual valve unless coupling block is
secured to gun or unless you point gun into waste container.
NOTE: Triggering gun with manual valves closed may
cause crossover if any residual chemical remains in gun
ports.
Open Manual Valves
Use 5/16 in. nut driver to turn manual valve counterclockwise approximately three full turns.
Close Manual Valves
Use 5/16 in. nut driver to turn manual valve fully clockwise.
To prevent accidental gun operation, always set
safety stop to CLOSED, close both manual valves,
and disconnect air supply.
Installation and Removal
To prevent release of pressurized chemicals, close
both manual valves before coupling block is removed.
Install Coupling Block
1. Replace nicked, damaged, or worn coupling block
gaskets.
2. Ensure A-(isocyanate) and B-(resin) check valves
are inserted into their proper recesses in gun block.
Isocyanate valve is notched for easy identification.
F
IG. 7: Open Manual Valves
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Operation Basics
125 PSI MAX
B-Check
Valve
A-Check
Valve
Coupling Block
Gaskets
Coupling Screw
Mounting Screw
125 PSI MAX
Pipe Plug
Optional
Pipe Plug
Pipe
Nipple
3. Fit coupling block into gun block and insert coupling
block mounting screw. Use 5/16 in. nut driver to
tighten to gun block.
Air Inlet Configuration
There are two configurations for the air inlet. In the standard configuration, the air inlet is at base of handle. In
the alternate configuration, the air inlet is at rear of gun.
F
IG. 8: Install Coupling Block
Remove Coupling Block
1. CLOSE safety stop.
2. Disconnect air hose.
3. Close both manual valves.
4. Remove coupling block mounting screw.
5. Separate coupling block from gun.
6. Wipe mating surfaces of gun block and coupling
block to remove residual chemicals.
7. Cover exposed openings with grease.
NOTE: To avoid accidental gun operation, ensure coupling block manual valves are closed before attempting
to service gun, or any time gun is not in use.
F
IG. 9: Air Inlet Configuration
To change to alternate configuration:
1. Use 6 in. adjustable wrench to remove 4 in. pipe
nipple from base of gun.
2. Use 3/16 in. hex key to remove 1/8 in. pipe plug
from rear of gun.
3. Use 3/16 in. hex key to install 1/8 in. pipe plug in
location previously occupied by 4 in. pipe nipple.
4. Use 6 in. adjustable wrench to install pipe nipple in
location previously occupied by 1/8 in. pipe plug.
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Mixing Module and PCD
Installation
1. Loosen air cap by hand and remove.
2. Install mixing module:
a. Disconnect gun from coupling block.
b. Connect air supply to gun.
c. Set safety stop to OPEN.
d. Hold down trigger and place module over tip of
valving rod.
e. Align keying pin with slot in gun block and keep
gun trigger held down.
3. Install PCD:
Operation Basics
a. Hold down gun trigger and thread PCD retainer
in place by hand.
b. Use 10 in. adjustable wrench to carefully tighten
PCD retainer until snug enough to ensure no
leak will occur.
c. Release gun trigger.
4. Install air cap and tighten by hand.
5. Adjust valving rod (see Valving Rod Adjustment,
page 14).
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Operation Basics
Valving Rod
Assembly
Jam Nut
Packing
Nut
Valving Rod Adjustment
Valving rod should not require adjustment if it was
shipped from factory with mixing module and PCD installed. Valving rod should only require adjustment
when:
• Piston/rod assembly/ring is changed
• Valving rod is changed
• PCD is installed or changed
• Mixing module is installed or changed
To adjust valving rod:
1. Perform Clean Spray Gun Procedure,(see page
19.
2. Connect air supply to gun.
3. Use 5/16 in. open-end wrench to loosen packing nut
3 or 4 turns. This relieves pressure between seals
and makes adjustment easier.
4. Use 3/8 in. wrench on hex-shaped valving rod
shank and 1/2 in. wrench on jam nut to loosen and
back it away from valving rod by 3 or 4 full turns.
Then move valving rod toward gun cylinder. Turn
valving rod shank 2 or 3 full turns clockwise.
5. Slowly turn valving rod counterclockwise to move it
toward PCD until resistance is felt. Valving rod tip
should touch inside spherical surface of PCD.
6. Carefully maintain 3/8 in. wrench in position and
tighten jam nut up against valving rod shank to lock
adjustment into place.
7. Re-tighten packing nut.
8. Check rear safety stop by attempting to disengage
it. If knob will not turn, valving rod is adjusted too far
forward. Repeat steps 3 - 7. Make sure not to adjust
valving rod past the point resistance is felt. If safety
stop disengages, proceed to step 9.
9. Trigger gun with safety stop disengaged to confirm
rear seal adjustment. Make sure rod moves freely. If
not, loosen packing nut slightly until it does. Start to
spray and check for chemical seepage from packing
nut and re-tighten if necessary.
F
IG. 10: Valving Rod Adjustments
NOTE: If valving rod required adjustment as part of ini-
tial mixing module and PCD installation on a new spray
gun, proceed to Initial Set Up, page 15.
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Operation Basics
Initial Set Up
1. Remove coupling block from gun.
2. Use two 6 in. adjustable wrenches to install female
quick disconnect fitting onto air supply hose bundled
with chemical supply hoses.
3. Use two 6 in. adjustable wrenches to connect A-isocyanate hose (red-taped) to notched fitting on coupling block. Connect B-resin hose (blue-taped) to
fitting without notches on coupling block.
4. Close both manual valves.
5. Pressurize A and B chemical hoses and check for
leaks (see Proportioner manual as needed).
6. Bleed air from chemical hoses:
a. Hold coupling block with exit ports pointed into
waste container.
b. Use 5/16 in. nut driver to open each manual
valve; this allows any trapped air to escape.
Bleed each side for a short time until chemicals
leaving hoses are free of air.
c. Close both manual valves.
7. Use cloth soaked in gun cleaner to clean coupling
block and mating surfaces.
NOTICE
Do not apply grease to mating surfaces of coupling
block to avoid accumulation of dirt and other contaminants.
8. CLOSE safety stop.
9. Install coupling block to gun.
10. Proceed with daily start-up and shutdown procedures as required.
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Operation Basics
Daily Start-up
Ensure gun is attached to coupling block and air hose.
Ensure proportioning unit is at desired temperature
and pressure. Properly ground equipment to avoid
static sparking that may result in fire or explosion.
1. Connect air supply to gun.
2. Adjust air cap adjustment valve. Turn knob counterclockwise to open valve and clockwise to close
valve.
3. Open both manual valves.
4. OPEN safety stop.
5. Test spray on a disposable surface and evaluate.
Daily Shutdown
NOTE: Follow daily shutdown procedure when gun is
out of service for any length of time, or for mid- or
end-of-day service. See Clean Spray Gun Procedure,
page 19.
1. CLOSE safety stop.
2. Close both manual valves.
3. Disconnect air supply from gun.
4. Shut down proportioning unit as required.
5. Clean as required (see Clean Spray Gun Proce-
dure, page 19).
NOTE: Disassembling gun for daily cleaning is not rec-
ommended if gun has been operating properly. However, if gun is removed from coupling block, it must be
flushed and cleaned thoroughly.
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Pressure Relief Procedure
Manual Valves
!
2
Pressure Relief
Procedure
Relieve pressure before cleaning or repairing gun.
1. Close both manual valves.
4. Release gun trigger, CLOSE safety stop, and close
manual valves.
If fluid in hose and proportioner is still under pressure,
follow Pressure Relief Procedure in proportioner manual
To relieve pressure in hose after gun is removed, place
fluid manifold over containers, facing away from you.
Very carefully open fluid valves (F
pressure, fluid will spray sideways from fluid ports.
IG. 13). Under high
IG. 11: Close Manual Valves
F
2. OPEN safety stop.
3. Trigger gun onto cardboard or into waste container
to relieve pressure.
F
IG. 12: Trigger Gun
F
IG. 13: Open Manual Valves
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Maintenance
Maintenance
Gun Service Kits
Use either 1-Quart Gun Service Kit (296980) or 3-Gallon
Gun Service Kit (296981) to perform daily flushing of
spray gun without disassembly.
F
IG. 14: 1-Quart Gun Service Kit
For more information about 1-Quart Gun Service Kit,
see Manual 311340.
F
IG. 15: 3-Gallon Gun Service Kit
For more information about 3-Gallon Gun Service Kit,
see Manual 311341.
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Maintenance
Clean Spray Gun Procedure
To avoid static sparking that may result in fire or explosion, ensure all equipment in cleaning procedure is
grounded. Do not clean on or near foamed or coated
surfaces or any other flammable surfaces or objects.
Thoroughly flush gun block with gun cleaner before
removing valving rod or mixing components from gun
block. Also allow chemicals in spray gun to cool before
cleaning.
This procedure makes use of the 1-Quart or 3-Gallon
Gun Service Kit.
1. CLOSE safety stop.
2. Close both manual valves.
3. Remove gun from coupling block.
10. Clean screens, check valves and screen screw (see
Service Screen Screw, page 20.
NOTE: Inspect air cap, PCD, mixing module, and gun
block for build up of material and clean as required.
Do not use metal cleaning devices to clean plastic components.
Flush Gun
To avoid static sparking that may result in fire or explosion, ensure all equipment in flushing procedure is
grounded. Do not flush on or near foamed or coated
surfaces.
1. CLOSE safety stop.
2. Close both manual valves.
4. Attach service block of gun service kit to spray gun,
and then tighten using 5/16 in. nut driver.
5. Pressurize service kit container up to 100 psi. DO
NOT EXCEED 100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7 bar).
6. Clean gun:
a. Set safety stop to OPEN.
b. Open either manual valve on service block.
c. Trigger gun and gun service kit simultaneously
with gun aimed into waste container.
d. Release both triggers and close manual valves
on service block.
e. Repeat procedure for other side of gun.
f.After initial cleaning, remove air cap, PCD
retainer, and PCD. Flush a second time to
ensure thorough cleaning.
3. Loosen B-Screen screw and then remove by hand.
4. Use flush can to thoroughly flush screen screw and
screen screw cavity.
5. Loosen A-Screen screw and then remove by hand.
6. Use flush can to thoroughly flush screen screw and
screen screw cavity.
7. Service gun, see Maintenance procedures, page
18.
7. CLOSE safety stop.
8. Disconnect air supply from gun.
9. Remove service block of gun service kit from gun.
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Repair
Repair
Shutdown proportioner and allow chemicals to cool
before servicing gun.
Service Screen Screw
To avoid static sparking that may result in fire or explosion, ensure all equipment in flushing procedure is
grounded. Do not flush on or near foamed or coated
surfaces.
1. Flush gun see Clean Spray Gun Procedure, page
19.
2. Unthread screen screw from gun block.
3. Remove screen screw retainer before removing
screen.
4. Remove screen from screen screw. Soak in gun
cleaner or replace if clogged or dirty.
5. Clean screen screw cavity. If any particles are visible, clean with clean out drills and flush with gun
cleaner.
NOTE: Any material left in cavity on downstream side of
screen will clog mixing module.
6. Inspect screen screw seal for damage. Replace if
necessary.
Remove Check Valve
To avoid static sparking that may result in fire or explosion, ensure all equipment in flushing procedure is
grounded. Do not flush on or near foamed or coated
surfaces.
Check valves are located in cavities of gun block under
each coupling block gasket. Check valves are triangular
pieces with a spring inserted in one end. The isocyanate
valve is notched for easy identification.
To remove check valve:
1. Clean gun (see Clean Spray Gun Procedure, page
19).
2. Use check valve seal removal/cleaning tool to
remove gaskets from recesses in coupling block.
Inspect gaskets for damage and replace if necessary.
3. Remove check valves. If valve does not come out
easily, insert machined end of removal/cleaning tool
over valve and rotate it while extracting valve.
4. Clean valves and springs with gun cleaner. Inspect
for damage and replace if necessary.
5. Inspect each check valve cavity. Use cleaning tool
to remove any visible particles. Use gun cleaner to
flush thoroughly.
6. Insert each check valve into its cavity spring end
first. Ensure check valve is oriented correctly. Isocyanate valve is notched for easy identification.
7. Install coupling block gaskets.
7. Reinstall screen screw in gun block. Ensure it is
tight.
8. Flush gun with mixing module removed.
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Repair
Remove Centerline
Components
Refer to page 8 for diagrams of centerline components
for all gun models.
1. Flush gun (see Clean Spray Gun Procedure, page
19).
2. Remove air cap (loosen by hand).
3. Use 10 in. adjustable wrench to remove PCD.
4. Connect air supply to gun.
5. Lift PCD off nose of gun block and remove.
NOTE: To remove PCD that is stuck, set safety stop to
OPEN, depress and release gun trigger to unseat it.
CLOSE safety stop.
6. Remove mixing module retainer.
7. OPEN safety stop. Depress and release gun trigger
to unseat it. Remove mixing module off end of valving rod. CLOSE safety stop.
NOTICE
Do not use sharp objects or metal tools to remove
mixing module.
8. Disconnect air supply from gun.
9. Use 5/16 in. wrench to loosen packing nut 3 or 4
turns.
10. Remove gun block:
a. Use 5/16 in. nut driver to remove gun block
retaining screw.
b. Slide gun block away from valving rod and air
cylinder. If dried chemical is built up on gun
block, remove dried chemicals to make removal
easier.
11. Remove and clean check valves (see Remove Check Valve, page 20).
12. Remove valving rod:
a. Use 3/8 in. wrench on hex-shaped valving rod
shank and a 1/2 in. wrench on jam nut to loosen
it and back it away from valving rod shank by 3
or 4 full turns.
b. Unthread valving rod from piston shaft and
remove.
13. Clean all components thoroughly before reassembly.
14. Inspect gun block to ensure proper operation of
spray gun.
Install Centerline
Components
Before installation, ensure all gun components are clean
and dry. Lubricate all moving parts and threads.
1. To install valving rod, thread jam nut as far back on
piston shaft as possible. Screw shank end of valving
rod onto threaded end of piston rod.
2. Install rear seal and packing nut if removed. Thread
packing nut into gun block by hand, but do not
tighten.
3. To install gun block, carefully slide gun block onto
valving rod towards air cylinder. Use 5/16 in. nut
driver to install gun block onto gun block mounting
bracket.
4. Connect air supply to gun.
5. OPEN safety stop.
6. To install mixing module, hold down gun trigger and
slide module over end of valving rod. Make sure to
align keypin with slot in gun block. Keep gun trigger
depressed and proceed to step 7.
7. To install PCD, hold gun trigger in and place PCD
over mixing module. If installing a fan tip, position
PCD according to which spray direction is needed
(vertical or horizontal). Keep gun trigger depressed
and proceed to step 8.
NOTE: Parts must align properly or chemical flow from
gun block ports will not enter mixing module when gun is
triggered.
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End Cap
Retaining
Ring
End Cap/Safety
Stop Assembly
O-Ring
Cylinder
Cup Seal
#8 Socket Head
Cap Screw
Piston
Spring
Piston
Piston
O-Ring
8. Install PCD retainer:
a. With gun trigger depressed, thread PCD
retainer in place by hand.
b. Use 10 in. adjustable wrench to carefully tighten
PCD retainer until it is snug enough to ensure
no leak will occur.
c. Release gun trigger.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to module and gun block, do not
over-tighten mixing module retainer.
9. Install air cap and tighten by hand.
10. Adjust valving rod (see Valving Rod Adjustment,
page 14).
Replace End Cap and Air
Piston Assembly
FIG. 16: End Cap and Air Piston Assembly
1. Clean gun (see Clean Spray Gun Procedure on
page 19).
2. Disconnect air supply from gun.
3. Use 5/16 in. wrench to loosen packing nut 3 or 4
turns (remove nut completely if rear seal needs to
be replaced).
4. Remove gun block:
a. Use 5/16 in. nut driver to remove gun block
mounting screw.
b. Carefully slide gun block away from valving rod
and air cylinder. If dried chemical has built up on
gun block, remove dried chemical to make
removal easier.
c. Remove valving rod and jam nut (see Remove
Check Valve, page 20):
d. Use 3/8 in. wrench on hex-shaped valving rod
shank and 1/2 in. wrench on jam nut.
e. Loosen jam nut and back it away from valving
rod shank by 3 or 4 full turns.
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f.Unthread valving rod and jam nut from piston
shaft.
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Stop Pin
Cup Seal
End Cap
O-ring
Spring
Set Screws
Knob
5. OPEN safety stop.
6. Use 9/64 in. ball point hex key to remove socket
head cap screw that holds air cylinder to handle
(F
IG. 16).
7. Use retaining ring 45° pliers to remove retaining ring
that holds end cap in place inside air cylinder.
8. Remove end cap/safety stop assembly and piston
spring:
a. Pull safety stop and attached end cap out of air
cylinder.
b. Remove piston spring located inside cylinder.
Be sure to retain spring for re-installation.
NOTE: Force will be required to remove end cap
because ring is tightly compressed.
9. Inspect end cap ring. Replace if damaged. Apply
light coating of Lubriplate grease and install new
end cap ring.
NOTE: Skip steps 11-13 and go to step 14 if only end
cap ring and cup seal need to be replaced.
a. Use 5/64 in. hex key to remove two set screws
from knob.
b. Slide knob off stop pin and retain stop pin
spring.
c. Pull shaft out of end cap (F
IG. 17).
13. Remove cup seal from end cap and inspect for
damage. Remove if damaged. Apply light coat of
Lubriplate grease and install new end cap ring.
F
IG. 17: End Cap/Safety Stop Assembly
14. Reassemble safety stop mechanism:
a. Remove piston/rod assembly:
Use gun block mounting screw (screw that
holds gun block to bracket) to aid in removal of
piston.
b. Look into rear of air cylinder and thread mount-
ing screw into center hole of piston at least 4 full
turns.
c. Use 6 in. pliers to grab mounting screw and pull
piston rod assembly out of air cylinder.
d. Inspect ring and replace if damaged. Apply light
coat of Lubriplate grease and install new ring.
10. Inspect air cylinder cup seal. If air escapes around
piston rod during operation, remove and replace
cup seal located in front of air cylinder. Lubricate
new cup seal with Lubriplate grease and install it.
Make sure cup faces toward rear of cylinder.
11. Insert piston and rod assembly into air cylinder. Be
careful not to damage cup seal in front face of air
cylinder as rod passed though. Remove gun block
mounting screw from piston.
a. Insert stop pin into end cap hole.
b. Slide spring and knob onto stop pin.
c. Use 5/64 in. hex key to reinstall two set screws
into knob. Ensure knob is secure.
15. Reinstall end cap/safety assembly and piston
spring:
a. Insert piston spring and align over raised center
of piston.
b. Line up raised center of end cap with spring and
insert end cap into air cylinder.
c. Press end cap until it moves past retaining ring
groove in cylinder.
d. Maintain pressure on end cap. Ensure groove
remains visible.
16. Use retaining ring 45° pliers to reinstall retaining
ring into groove.
12. Disassemble safety stop mechanism:
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Repair
03)-!8
Refer to Parts, page 27.
Spring
Valve
O-rings
Valve Retainer Nut
Valve
Valve
1/16 in. Pipe
Trigger Lever
Trigger Mounting
1/8 in.
Optional 1/8 in.
Pipe Nipple
Pipe Plug
Screw
Spring
Spool
Liner
Seat
Plug
Retaining ring must seat completely into groove to
secure end cap in place when air cylinder is pressurized. Keep clear of cap when air pressure is applied or
gun is triggered after reassembly.
17. Use 9/64 in. ball-point hex key to install and tighten
socket head cap screw, which holds air cylinder to
handle.
18. Reinstall valving rod and jam nut:
a. Thread jam nut as far as it will go onto threaded
end of piston shaft.
b. Ensure hex end of nut faces rear.
c. Thread valving rod as far onto threaded portion
of piston rod as possible.
3. Disconnect air supply from gun.
19. Thread packing nut into gun block by hand but do
not tighten.
20. Install gun block:
a. Ensure ring is in place in top of gun block.
b. Carefully slide gun block onto valving rod
toward air cylinder.
c. Use 5/16 in. nut driver to install gun block onto
gun block mounting bracket.
21. Adjust valving rod (see Valving Rod Adjustment
on page 14).
Replace Trigger Valve
O-Rings
1. Clean gun (see Clean Spray Gun Procedure, page
19).
2. Perform Pressure Relief Procedure, page 17.
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F
IG. 18: Replace Trigger Valve O-Ring
4. Use 6 in. adjustable wrench and 6 in. pliers to
remove screw and locknut that hold trigger lever in
place. Remove trigger lever.
5. Use 3/8 in. wrench to loosen and remove valve
retainer nut.
6. Remove valve spool and spring:
a. Grab end of spool and pull out. Spring will come
out with spool. Do not lose spring--it belongs in
hole at end of spool.
b. Remove old rings.
c. Apply thin coat of Lubriplate grease to new rings
and reinstall.
NOTE: Follow steps 7-14 to replace rings on valve liner.
If rings do not need to be replaced, proceed to step 15.
7. Use 3/16 in. hex key to remove 1/8 in. rear internal
plug. This plug seals another airflow path in gun
handle.
NOTE: For guns configured with air inlet at rear of gun
handle, pipe nipple replaces pipe plug. Remove pipe
nipple.
8. Use 5/32 in. hex key to remove rear internal pipe
plug (under pipe plug).
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9. Use pin punch and hammer to gently tap spring seat
until it and valve liner push out opposite end of hole.
10. Remove rings on liner. Apply thin coat of Lubriplate
grease to new rings and install.
11. Clean valve hole. Remove any dirt and debris.
Apply thin coat of Lubriplate grease to inside of
valve hole.
12. Slide spring seat into gun handle air valve hole,
tapered end first, until it bottoms out.
13. Push valve liner in as far as it will go. Install valve
retainer nut, it will align valve liner and spool to their
proper depth.
14. Use 5/32 in. hex key to screw 1/16 in. pipe plug
back into place. Apply think coat of pipe thread sealant to threads prior to insertion to help prevent air
leaks.
15. Apply small amount of pipe thread sealant to 1/8 in.
plug threads. Screw pipe plug in place.
16. Insert valve spool into valve liner with valve spool
spring still in place. Screw in valve retainer nut;
tighten until snug.
17. Use screw and locknut to reinstall trigger lever.
5. Turn PCD retainer counterclockwise and remove.
6. Remove PCD from mixing module retainer.
NOTE: To remove PCD that is stuck, set safety stop to
OPEN, depress and release gun trigger to unseat it.
CLOSE safety stop.
7. Remove mixing module retainer.
8. OPEN safety stop. Depress and release gun trigger
to unseat it. Remove mixing module from end of
valving rod. CLOSE safety stop.
9. Inspect valving rod for damage and replace as
required. Use cloth soaked in gun cleaner or steel
wool to clean and remove buildup of mixed material
from rod.
NOTE: If valving rod is replaced, reset forward stop.
sure not to insert tool too far, it will damage
inside bore of module. Use cotton swab soaked
in gun cleaner to clean bore of module.
Clean Mixing Module
1. Flush gun (see Clean Spray Gun Procedure, page
19).
2. Connect air supply to gun. OPEN safety stop.
3. Remove air cap by hand.
F
IG. 19: Unthread Cap from PCD Body
4. Trigger gun and hold it to relieve pressure on PCD
retainer.
F
IG. 20: Clean Module Ports
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Follow Pressure Relief Procedure, page 17, before
checking or repairing gun.
NOTICE
To prevent cross-contamination of the equipment’s wetted parts, never interchange component A (isocyanate)
and component B (resin) parts. The gun is shipped with
the A side on the left. The gun block and the screen
screw are marked.
ProblemCauseSolution
Gun does not fully actuateSafety lock engagedDisengage piston safety lock
Air not vented on open/close portsVent open air port when closing, vent
Loss of airCheck air source
Fluid does not pour when gun is fully
actuated
Gun actuates slowlyLoss of air pressureCheck air source
Gun delays, then actuates abruptlyCured material around the purge rod Inspect purge rod, mix module, and
Gun does not actuateAir supply to gun is shut offOpen air supply
coupling
203dVALVE, manual2
203eNIPPLE, JIC1
203fSCREW, block, coupling1
203gBLOCK, service1
203hFITTING; 3/8 in. x 7/16 in.1
203kHOSE; 3/16 ID x 3 ft1
204297911KIT, starter; includes
Theoretical: actual results will vary with operating conditions.
† Measured at typical operating conditions (clean-off valve on gun is a half turn open).
* Sound pressure measured 3 feet (1 meter) from equipment.
** Sound power measured per ISO-9416-2.
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Technical Data
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Graco Standard Warranty
Graco warrants all equipment referenced in this document which is manufactured by Graco and bearing its name to be free from defects in
material and workmanship on the date of sale 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 of 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.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE, AND IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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, 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.
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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
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Original instructions. This manual contains English. MM 311338
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Copyright 2006, Graco Inc. All Graco manufacturing locations are registered to ISO 9001.
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