This manual contains information that must be read and
understood before using the equipment. When you come to an
area that has one of the following symbols, pay particular
attention and make certain to heed the safeguard.
This symbol indicates a potential hazard that may cause
serious injury or loss of life. Important safety information will
follow.
This symbol indicates a potential hazard to you or to the
equipment. Important information that tells how to prevent
damage to the equipment or how to avoid causes of minor
injuries will follow.
NOTE: Notes give important information which should
HAZARD: Injection injury - A
DO NOT TREAT AN INJECTION INJURY AS A SIMPLE
CUT! Injection can lead to amputation. See a physician
immediately.
The maximum operating range of the sprayer is 3100 PSI/
21.4 MPa fluid pressure.
PREVENTION:
be given special attention.
high pressure fluid stream
produced by this equipment can pierce the
skin and underlying tissues, leading to serious
injury and possible amputation. See a
physician immediately.
• NEVER aim the gun at any part of the body.
• NEVER allow any part of the body to touch the fluid stream.
DO NOT allow body to touch a leak in the fluid hose.
• NEVER put hand in front of the gun. Gloves will not
provide protection against an injection injury.
• ALWAYS lock gun trigger, shut pump off, and release all
pressure before servicing, cleaning tip or guard, changing
tip, or leaving unattended. Pressure will not be released
by turning off the motor. The PRIME/SPRAY valve handle
must be turned to PRIME to relieve the pressure. Refer to
the PRESSURE RELIEF PRESSURE described in the
pump manual.
• ALWAYS keep tip guard in place while spraying. The tip
guard provides some protection but is mainly a warning
device.
• ALWAYS remove the spray tip before flushing or cleaning
the system.
• Paint hose can develop leaks from wear, kinking and
abuse. A leak can inject material into the skin. Inspect
the hose before each use.
• NEVER use a spray gun without a working trigger lock
and trigger guard in place.
• All accessories must be rated at or above the maximum
operating pressure range of the airless sprayer. This
includes spray tips, guns, extensions, and hose.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:
Injection into the skin is a traumatic injury. It is
important to treat the injury as soon as possible. DO
NOT delay treatment to research toxicity. Toxicity is a
concern with some coatings injected directly into the
blood stream. Consultation with a plastic surgeon or
reconstructive hand surgeon may be advisable.
HAZARD: EXPLOSION AND FIRE - Solvent and paint
PREVENTION:
• Provide extensive exhaust and fresh air introduction to
•
• Do not smoke in spray area.
• Fire extinguisher must be present and in good working
• Place pump at least 25 feet (7.6 m) from the spray object
• The equipment and objects in and around the spray area
• Use only conductive or grounded high-pressure fluid hose.
• Power cord must be connected to a grounded circuit.
• Always flush unit into separate metal container, at low
• Follow material and solvent manufacturer's warnings and
• Use extreme caution when using materials with a
• Plastic can cause static sparks. Never hang plastic to
• Use lowest possible pressure to flush equipment.
fumes can explode or ignite. Severe injury
and/or property damage can occur.
keep the air within the spray area free from accumulation
of flammable vapors.
Avoid all ignition sources such as static electricity sparks,
electrical appliances, flames, pilot lights, hot objects, and
sparks from connecting and disconnecting power cords or
working light switches.
order.
in a well ventilated area (add more hose if necessary).
Flammable vapors are often heavier than air. Floor area
must be extremely well ventilated. The pump contains
arcing parts that emit sparks and can ignite vapors.
must be properly grounded to prevent static sparks.
Gun must be grounded through hose connections.
pump pressure, with spray tip removed. Hold gun firmly
against side of container to ground container and prevent
static sparks.
instructions.
flashpoint below 70° F (21° C). Flashpoint is the
temperature at which a fluid can produce enough vapors
to ignite.
enclose spray area. Do not use plastic drop cloths when
spraying flammable materials.
Always place sprayer outside of structure in fresh air
solvents away from engine exhaust. Never fill fuel tank with a
running or hot engine. Hot surface can ignite spilled fuel.
Always attach ground wire from pump to a grounded object.
Refer to engine owner’s manual for complete safety
information.
HAZARD: EXPLOSION HAZARD DUE TO INCOMPATIBLE
PREVENTION:
• Do not use materials containing bleach or chlorine.
• Do not use halogenated hydrocarbon solvents such as
• Contact your coating supplier about the compatibility of
HAZARD: HAZARDOUS VAPORS - Paints, solvents,
PREVENTION:
• Use a respirator or mask if vapors can be inhaled. Read
• W
• Wear protective clothing as required by coating
HAZARD: GENERAL - Can cause severe injury or
PREVENTION:
• Read all instructions and safety precautions before
• Follow all appropriate local, state, and national codes
• The United States Government Safety Standards have
• Use only manufacturer authorized parts. User assumes
• Before each use, check all hoses for cuts, leaks, abrasion
• All hoses, swivels, guns, and accessories must be
• Do not spray outdoors on windy days.
• Wear clothing to keep paint off skin and hair.
• Always unplug cord from outlet before working on
MATERIALS - will cause severe injury or
property damage.
bleach, mildewcide, methylene chloride and 1,1,1 trichloroethane. They are not compatible with aluminum.
material with aluminum.
insecticides, and other materials can be
harmful if inhaled or come in contact with body.
Vapors can cause severe nausea, fainting, or
poisoning.
all instructions supplied with the mask to be sure it will
provide the necessary protection.
ear protective eyewear.
manufacturer.
property damage.
operating equipment.
governing ventilation, fire prevention, and operation.
been adopted under the Occupational Safety and Health
Act (OSHA). These standards, particularly part 1910 of
the General Standards and part 1926 of the Construction
Standards, should be consulted.
all risks and liabilities when using parts that do not meet
the minimum specifications and safety devices of the
pump manufacturer
or bulging of cover. Check for damage or movement of
couplings. Immediately replace hose if any of those
conditions exist. Never repair a paint hose. Replace with
a grounded high-pressure hose.
pressure rated at or above the maximum operating
pressure range of the airless sprayer.
equipment.
.
. Keep all
Grounding Instructions
This product must be grounded. In the event of an electrical
short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by
providing an escape wire for the electric current. This product
is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an
appropriate grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER — Improper installation of the grounding plug can
result in a risk of electric shock. If repair or replacement of the
cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the green grounding
wire to either flat blade terminal. The wire with insulation
having a green outer surface with or without yellow stripes is
the grounding wire and must be connected to the grounding
pin.
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if you
are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided. If the plug will not fit the
outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
Use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade
grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the
plug on the product. Make sure your extension cord is in
good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure
to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw
in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
A 12 gauge cord is recommended. If an extension cord is
to be used outdoors, it must be marked with the suffix WA after the cord type designation. For example, a
designation of SJTW-A would indicate that the cord would
be appropriate for outdoor use.
. An undersized cord will cause a drop
Specifications
Gallons per minute (GPM)...............0.70 (2.65 LPM)
Maximum tip sizes ...........................0.026”
Maximum pressure ..........................3100 PSI (21.4 MPa)
Power...............................................1.7 HP PMDC motor,
Weight..............................................60 lbs. (27.2 kg)
Maximum hose length......................300’ (91.4 m)
This airless sprayer is a precision power tool used for spraying
many types of materials. Read and follow this Owner’s
Manual carefully for proper operating instructions,
maintenance, and safety information.
Operation
Always use a minimum 12 gauge, three-wire extension
cord with a grounded plug. Never remove the third prong
or use an adapter.
Preparing a New Sprayer
If this sprayer is new, it is shipped with test fluid in the fluid
section to prevent corrosion during shipment and storage.
This fluid must be cleaned out of the system thoroughly with
mineral spirits before spraying paint.
Always keep the trigger lock on the spray gun in the
locked position while preparing the system.
Place the siphon tube into a container of mineral spirits.
1.
2. Place the return hose into a metal waste
container.
3. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve down to the
PRIME position.
4. Turn on the unit by moving the ON/OFF
switch to the ON position.
This equipment produces a fluid stream at extremely high
pressure. Read and understand the warnings in the
Safety Precautions section at the front of this manual
before operating this equipment.
Setup
Perform the following procedure before plugging in the power
cord of an electric sprayer.
1. Ensure that the siphon tube and the return hose are
attached and secure.
2. Using a wrench, attach a minimum of 50’ of 1/4” nylon
airless spray hose to the outlet fitting on the sprayer.
Tighten securely.
3. Attach an airless spray gun to the spray hose. Using two
wrenches (one on the gun and one on the hose), tighten
securely.
NOTE: Do not attach the tip to the spray gun yet.
Make sure all airless hoses and spray guns are electrically
grounded and rated at or above the maximum operating
pressure range of the airless sprayer.
4. Make sure the pressure control knob is in the “0” (OFF)
position.
5. Make sure the ON/OFF switch is in its OFF position.
6. Fill the oil cup with approximately one tablespoon of
separating oil (P/N 0279920).
Never operate unit for more than ten seconds without
fluid. Operating this unit without fluid will cause
unnecessary wear to the packings.
7. Make sure the electrical service is 120V, 15 amp
minimum.
8. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded outlet at
least 25’ from the spray area.
Remove the tip if it is already attached.
5. Set the pressure to minimum by turning the pressure
control knob to the “1” or “2” position.
6. Allow the sprayer to run for 15–30 seconds to flush the
test fluid out through the return hose and into the waste
container.
7. Turn off the unit by moving the ON/OFF switch to the OFF
position.
Preparing to Paint
Before painting, it is important to make sure that the fluid in the
system is compatible with the paint that is going to be used.
NOTE: Incompatible fluids and paint may cause the
Always keep the trigger lock on the spray gun in the
locked position while preparing the system.
1. Place the siphon tube into a container of the appropriate
valves to become stuck closed, which would
require disassembly and cleaning of the
sprayer’s fluid section.
solvent. Examples of the appropriate solvent are water for
latex paint or mineral spirits for oil-based paints.
Place the return hose into a metal waste container.
3. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve down to the
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Pressure Control
Knob
ON/OFF
Switch
PRIME position.
NOTE: Hold the return hose in the waste
container when moving the
PRIME/SPRAY valve to PRIME in
case the sprayer is pressurized.
4. Turn on the sprayer by moving the ON/OFF switch to the
ON position.
5. Set the pressure to minimum by turning
the pressure control knob to the “1” or “2”
position.
6. Allow the sprayer to run for 15–30
seconds to flush the old solvent out
through the return hose and into the metal
waste container.
7. Turn off the sprayer by moving the ON/OFF switch to the
OFF position.
NOTE: Make sure that the spray gun does not have a
tip or tip guard installed.
8. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve up to the
SPRAY position.
9. Turn on the sprayer.
10. Unlock the gun by turning the gun trigger
lock to the unlocked position.
3. Set the pressure to minimum by turning
the pressure control knob to the “1” or “2”
position.
6. Allow the sprayer to run until paint is
coming through the return hose into the
metal waste container.
7. Turn off the sprayer by moving the
ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.
8. Remove the return hose from the waste container and
place it in its operating position above the container of
paint.
9. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve up to the
SPRAY position.
10. Turn on the sprayer.
11. Unlock the gun by turning the gun trigger
lock to the unlocked position.
Ground the gun by holding it against
the edge of the metal container while
flushing. Failure to do so may lead to a
static electric discharge, which may
cause a fire.
11. T
rigger the gun into the metal waste
container until the old solvent is gone
and fresh solvent is coming out of the gun.
12. Lock the gun by turning the gun trigger lock to the locked
position.
13. Set down the gun and increase the pressure by turning
the pressure control knob slowly clockwise to the “4” or “5”
position.
14. Check the entire system for leaks. If leaks occur, turn the
unit off and follow the “Pressure Relief Procedure” in this
manual before tightening any fittings or hoses.
15. Follow the “Pressure Relief Procedure” in this manual
before changing from solvent to paint.
Be sure to follow the pressure relief procedure when
shutting the unit down for any purpose, including
servicing or adjusting any part of the spray system,
changing or cleaning spray tips, or preparing for cleanup.
Painting
1. Place the siphon tube into a container of paint.
2. Place the return hose into a metal waste container.
4. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve down to the
PRIME position.
NOTE: Hold the return hose in the waste
5. Turn on the sprayer by moving the ON/OFF switch to the
container when moving the
PRIME/SPRAY valve to PRIME in
case the sprayer is pressurized.
ON position.
Ground the gun by holding it against
the edge of the metal container while
flushing. Failure to do so may lead to a
static electric discharge, which may
cause a fire.
12. Trigger the gun into the metal waste
container until all air and solvent is
flushed from the spray hose and paint is flowing freely
from the gun.
13. Lock the gun by turning the gun trigger lock to the locked
position.
14.
Turn off the sprayer.
15. Attach tip guard and tip to the gun as instructed by the tip
guard or tip manuals.
POSSIBLE INJECTION HAZARD. Do not spray without the
tip guard in place. Never trigger the gun unless the tip is
in either the spray or the unclog position.
the gun trigger lock before removing, replacing or
cleaning tip.
16. Turn on the sprayer.
17. Increase the pressure by turning the pressure control
knob slowly clockwise and test the spray pattern on a
piece of cardboard. Adjust the pressure control knob until
the spray from the gun is completely atomized. Try to
keep the pressure control knob at the lowest setting that
maintains good atomization.
NOTE: Turning the pressure up higher then needed to
atomize the paint will cause premature tip wear
and additional overspray.
Be sure to follow the pressure relief procedure when
shutting the unit down for any purpose, including
servicing or adjusting any part of the spray system,
changing or cleaning spray tips, or preparing for cleanup.
1. Lock the gun by turning the gun trigger lock to the locked
position.
2. Turn off the sprayer by moving the ON/OFF switch to the
OFF position.
3. Turn the pressure control knob to the “0” (OFF) position.
4. Unlock the gun by turning the gun
trigger lock to the unlocked position.
5. Hold the metal part of the gun firmly to
the side of a metal container to ground
the gun and avoid a build up of static
electricity.
6. Trigger the gun to remove any pressure that may still be in
the hose.
7. Lock the gun by turning the gun trigger
lock to the locked position.
8. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve down to the
PRIME position.
Spraying
Keep the spray gun perpendicular to the surface, otherwise
one end of the pattern will be thicker than the other.
The spray gun should be triggered by turning it on and off with
each stroke. This will save paint and avoid paint buildup at the
end of the stroke. Do not trigger the gun during the middle of
a stroke. This will result in an uneven spray and splotchy
coverage.
NOTE: When spraying block filler, mastics or high
solid coating, remove the gun filter and high
pressure filter screens.
Spraying Technique
The key to a good paint job is an even coating over the entire
surface. This is done by using even strokes. Keep your arm
moving at a constant speed and keep the spray gun at a
constant distance from the surface. The best spraying distance
is 10 to 12 inches between the spray tip and the surface.
Keep the spray gun at right angles to the surface. This means
moving your entire arm back and forth rather than just flexing
your wrist.
Overlap each stroke by about 30%. This will ensure an even
coating.
When you stop painting, lock the gun trigger lock, turn the
pressure control knob counterclockwise to its lowest setting
and set the PRIME/SPRAY valve to PRIME. Turn the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position and unplug the sprayer.
Practice
1. Be sure that the paint hose is free of kinks and clear of
objects with sharp cutting edges.
2. Set the pressure to minimum by turning the pressure
control knob to the “1” or “2” position.
3. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve up to the
SPRAY position.
4. Turn the pressure control knob clockwise to
its highest setting. The paint hose should
stiffen as paint begins to flow through it.
5. Unlock the gun trigger lock.
6. Trigger the spray gun to bleed air out of the hose.
7. When paint reaches the spray tip, spray a test area to
check the spray pattern.
8. Use the lowest pressure
setting necessary to get a
good spray pattern. If the
pressure is set too high, the
spray pattern will be too light.
If the pressure is set too low,
tailing will appear or the paint
will spatter out in gobs rather
than in a fine spray.
Special cleanup instructions for use with flammable
solvents:
• Always flush spray gun preferably outside and at least one
hose length from spray pump.
If collecting flushed solvents in a one gallon metal
•
container, place it into an empty five gallon container, then
flush solvents.
• Area must be free of flammable vapors.
• Follow all cleanup instructions.
The sprayer, hose, and gun should be cleaned thoroughly
after daily use. Failure to do so permits material to build
up, seriously affecting the performance of the unit.
12. Trigger the gun into the metal waste container until the
paint is flushed out of the hose and solvent is coming out
of the gun.
13. Continue to trigger the spray gun into the waste container
until the solvent coming out of the gun is clean.
NOTE: For long-term or cold weather storage, pump
mineral sprits through the entire system.
14. Follow the “Pressure Relief Procedure” found in the
Operation section of this manual.
15. Unplug the sprayer and store in a clean, dry area.
Do not store the sprayer under pressure.
Cleaning the Spray Tip
1. Flush the gun with solvent immediately after the work is
completed.
2. Oil the sliding pins to prevent them from seizing up.
Should the spray tip become clogged, reverse
the spray tip with the lever and pull the trigger.
Once the obstruction comes out of the spray tip,
release the trigger, reverse the spray tip back to
the spray pattern setting, and resume spraying.
Always spray at minimum pressure with the gun nozzle tip
removed when using mineral spirits or any other solvent
to clean the sprayer, hose, or gun. Static electricity
buildup may result in a fire or explosion in the presence of
flammable vapors.
1. Follow the “Pressure Relief Procedure” found in the
Operation section of this manual.
2. Remove the gun tip and tip guard and clean with a brush
using the appropriate solvent.
3. Place the siphon tube into a container of the appropriate
solvent. Examples of the appropriate solvent are water for
latex paint or mineral spirits for oil-based paints.
4.
Place the return hose into a metal waste container.
5. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve down to its
PRIME position.
NOTE: Hold the return hose in the waste
6. Turn on the sprayer by moving the
7. Set the pressure to minimum by turning
8. Allow the solvent to circulate through the
9. Turn off the sprayer by moving the ON/OFF switch to the
10. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve up to its
11. Turn on the sprayer.
Ground the gun by holding it against
the edge of the metal container while
flushing. Failure to do so may lead to a
static electric discharge, which may
cause a fire.
container when moving the
PRIME/SPRAY valve to PRIME in
case the sprayer is pressurized.
ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
the pressure control knob to the “1” or “2”
position.
sprayer and flush the paint out of the
return hose into the metal waste container.
OFF position.
SPRAY position.
Do not attempt to clean the tip with your finger.
Do not use a needle or other sharp pointed instrument to
clean the tip. The hard tungsten carbide is brittle and can
be chipped.
Maintenance
Before proceeding, follow the Pressure Relief Procedure
outlined previously in this manual. Additionally, follow all
other warnings to reduce the risk of an injection injury,
injury from moving parts or electric shock. Always unplug
the sprayer before servicing!
General Repair and Service Notes
1. Before repairing any part of the sprayer, read the
instructions carefully, including all warnings.
Never pull on a wire to disconnect it. Pulling on a wire
could loosen the connector from the wire.
2. Test your repair before regular operation of the sprayer to be
sure that the problem is corrected. If the sprayer does not
operate properly
everything was done correctly. Refer to the Troubleshooting
section to help identify other possible problems.
3. Make sure that the service area is well ventilated in case
solvents are used during cleaning. Always wear
protective eyewear while servicing. Additional protective
equipment may be required depending on the type of
cleaning solvent. Always contact the supplier of solvents
for recommendations.
4. If you have any further questions concerning your
SprayTECH Airless Sprayer, call SprayTECH:
primer enamels,
fillers, marking paints,
textured enamels
Fineyellow
0089958Emulsions,
latex paints,
acrylic paints
Mediumwhite
0089957Heavy bodied latex,
blockfillers,
elastometrics
Coarsegreen
Gun
Housing
Filter
Handle
Handle
Seal
Perform the following procedure using PRIME/SPRAY valve
replacement kit P/N 0507690.
1. Drive the groove pin out of the valve handle.
2. Remove the valve handle and the cam base.
3. Using a wrench, loosen and remove the valve housing
assembly from the pump manifold.
4. Make sure the gasket is in place and thread the new
valve housing assembly into the pump manifold. Tighten
securely with a wrench.
5. Place the cam base over the valve housing assembly.
Lubricate the cam base with grease and line up the cam
with the pump manifold using the dowel pin.
6. Line up the hole on the valve stem with the hole in the
valve handle.
7. Insert the groove pin into the valve handle and through
the valve stem to secure the valve handle in position.
Gun Filter
1. Pull the bottom of the trigger
guard forward so that it
comes loose from the handle
assembly.
2. Loosen and remove the
handle assembly from the
gun head.
3. Pull the old filter out of the
gun head.
4. Slide the new filter, tapered
end first, into the gun head.
5. Make sure the handle seal is
in position and thread the
handle assembly into the gun
head until secure.
6. Snap the trigger guard back onto the handle assembly.
Gun Filter Chart
Replacing the Filters
Pump Filter
1. Loosen and remove the filter housing by hand. Pull the
filter out of the pump manifold.
2. Slip the filter off of the filter support spring.
3. Inspect the filter. Based on inspection, clean or replace
the filter.
4. Inspect the filter seal. Based on inspection, clean or
replace the filter seal.
5. Slide the new or cleaned filter over the filter support
spring with the adapter in place. Push the filter into the
center of the pump manifold.
6. Slide the filter housing over the filter and thread it into the
pump manifold until secure.
NOTE: The filter housing should be hand-tightened,
but make sure the filter housing is seated fully
into the pump manifold.
NOTE: For more detail, part number information, and an
assembly drawing, please see the G-10 XL Airless
Spray Gun Owner's Manual (P/N 0296237).