Important Safety Information · Read all safety information before
operating the equipment. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This symbol indicates a hazardous situation,
which, if not not avoided could result in death or
serious injury.
To reduce the risks of fire or explosion, electrical
shock and the injury to persons, read and
understand all instructions included in this manual.
Be familiar with the controls and proper usage of
the equipment.
HAZARD: Injection injury
A high pressure paint stream produced by this
equipment can pierce the skin and underlying
tissues, leading to serious injury and possible
amputation. See a physician immediately.
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 uid pressure.
PREVENTION:
• NEVER aim the gun at any part of the body.
• Do not aim the gun at, or spray any person or animal.
• NEVER allow any part of the body to touch the uid stream.
DO NOT allow body to touch a leak in the uid hose.
• NEVER put your hand in front of the gun. Gloves will not
provide protection against an injection injury.
• ALWAYS lock the gun trigger, shut the pump off, and
release all pressure before servicing, cleaning the tip or
guard, changing tip, or leaving unattended. Pressure will
not be released by turning off the motor. The PRIME/
SPRAY valve or pressure bleed valve must be turned to
their appropriate positions to relieve system pressure.
Refer to the PRESSURE RELIEF PROCEDURE
described in this manual.
• ALWAYS keep the tip guard in place while spraying. The
tip guard provides some protection but is mainly a warning
device.
• ALWAYS remove the spray tip before ushing 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. Do not use hose to lift or pull
equipment.
• NEVER use a spray gun without a working trigger lock and
trigger guard in place.
• All accessories must be rated at or above 3100 PSI / 21.4
MPa. This includes spray tips, guns, extensions, and hose.
• Do not leave the unit energized or under pressure while
unattended. When the unit is not in use, turn off the unit and
relieve the pressure in accordance with the PRESSURE
RELIEF PROCEDURE described in this manual.
• Verify that all connections are secure before operating the
unit. Unsecured parts may eject at great force or leak a
high pressure uid stream causing severe injury.
• Always engage the trigger lock when not spraying. Verify
the trigger lock is functioning properly.
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.
Paints, solvents, insecticides, and other materials
can be harmful if inhaled or come in contact with the
body. Vapors can cause severe nausea, fainting, or
poisoning.
PREVENTION:
• Use a respirator or mask if vapors can be
inhaled. Read all instructions supplied
with the mask to be sure it will provide the
necessary protection.
• Wear protective eyewear.
• Wear protective clothing as required by coating manufacturer.
HAZARD: EXPLOSION OR FIRE
Solvent and paint fumes can explode or ignite.
Property damage and/or severe injury can occur.
PREVENTION:
• Provide extensive exhaust and fresh air introduction to
keep the air within the spray area free from accumulation
of ammable vapors. Solvent and paint fumes can
explode or ignite.
• Do not spray in a conned area.
• Avoid all ignition sources such as static
electric sparks, open ames, pilot lights,
electrical appliances, and hot objects.
Connecting or disconnecting power cords or
working light switches can make sparks. Paint
or solvent owing through the equipment is
able to result in static electricity.
• Do not smoke in spray area.
• Fire extinguisher must be present and in good working
order.
• Place pump at least 25 feet (7.62 meters) from the
spray object 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.
• The equipment and objects in and around the spray area
must be properly grounded to prevent static sparks.
• Keep area clean and free of paint or solvent containers,
rags and other ammable materials.
• Use only conductive or grounded high pressure uid hose.
Gun must be grounded through hose connections.
• For electric units — power cord must be connected to a
grounded circuit.
• Always ush unit into a separate metal container, at low
pump pressure, with spray tip removed. Hold gun rmly
against side of container to ground container and prevent
static sparks.
• Follow the material and solvent manufacturer’s warnings
and instructions. Know the contents of the paints and
solvents being sprayed. Read all Material Safety Data
Sheets (MSDS) and container labels provided with
the paints and solvents. Follow the paint and solvent
manufacturer’s safety instructions.
• Use extreme caution when using materials with
a ashpoint below 70ºF (21ºC). Flashpoint is the
temperature that a uid can produce enough vapors to
ignite.
• Plastic can cause static sparks. Never hang plastic to
enclose a spray area. Do not use plastic drop cloths when
spraying ammable materials.
• Use lowest possible pressure to ush equipment.
• Do not spray onto pump assembly.
Important Safety Information · Read all safety information before
Grounded Outlet
Grounding Pin
Cover for grounded outlet box
operating the equipment. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
HAZARD: EXPLOSION HAZARD DUE TO
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS
Will cause property damage or severe injury.
PREVENTION:
• Do not use materials containing bleach or
chlorine.
• Do not use halogenated hydrocarbon solvents such as
bleach, mildewcide, methylene chloride and 1,1,1 trichloroethane. They are not compatible with aluminum.
• Contact your coating supplier about the compatibility of
material with aluminum.
HAZARD: GENERAL
Can cause severe injury or property damage.
PREVENTION:
• Read all instructions and safety precautions before
operating equipment.
• Follow all appropriate local, state, and national codes
governing ventilation, re prevention, and operation.
• The United States Government Safety Standards have
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.
• Use only manufacturer authorized parts. User assumes
all risks and liabilities when using parts that do not meet
the minimum specications and safety requirements of the
pump manufacturer.
• All hoses, ttings, and lter parts must be secured before
operating spray pump. Unsecured parts can eject at great
force or leak a high pressure uid stream causing severe
injury.
• Before each use, check all hoses for cuts, leaks, abrasion
or bulging of cover. Check for damage or movement of
couplings. Immediately replace the hose if any of these
conditions exist. Never repair a paint hose. Replace it with
another grounded high-pressure hose.
• Do not kink or over-bend the hose. Airless hose can
develop leaks from wear, kinking and abuse. A leak can
inject material into the skin.
• Do not expose the hose to temperatures or pressures in
excess of those specied by manufacturer.
• Do not spray outdoors on windy days.
• Wear clothing to keep paint off skin and hair.
• Do not operate or spray near children. Keep children
away from the equipment at all times.
• Do not overreach or stand on an unstable support. Keep
effective footing and balance at all times.
• Use lowest possible pressure to ush equipment.
• Stay alert and watch what you are doing.
• Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the
inuence of drugs or alcohol.
• For electric units — Always unplug cord from outlet before
working on equipment.
• Do not use the hose as a strength member to pull or lift the
equipment.
• Do not lift by cart handle when loading or unloading.
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.
WARNING - 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 at 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 qualied 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 t the outlet, have the
proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician.
IMPORTANT: 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. An undersized cord will cause a drop 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 W-A after
the cord type designation. For example, a designation of
SJTW-A would indicate that the cord would be appropriate
for outdoor use.
Specications
Gallons per minute (GPM) ........ 0.60 (2.3 LPM)
Maximum tip sizes .................... 0.024”
Maximum pressure ................... 3100 PSI (21.4 MPa)
Power ....................................... 1.35 HP DCX motor, 120VAC
Weight (stand unit) ................... 33 lbs. (15 kg)
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
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 tting 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.
Remove the tip if it is already attached.
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 turned fully
counterclockwise to its lowest pressure setting.
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).
IMPORTANT: 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.
IMPORTANT: 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 uid in the uid
section to prevent corrosion during shipment and storage. This
uid must be cleaned out of the system thoroughly with mineral
spirits before spraying paint.
IMPORTANT: 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 mineral spirits.
valves to become stuck closed, which would
require disassembly and cleaning of the
sprayer’suidsection.
solvent. Examples of the appropriate solvent are water for
latex paint or mineral spirits for oil-based paints.
control knob fully counterclockwise.
the PRIME position.
container when moving the PRIME/
SPRAY valve to PRIME in case the
sprayer is pressurized.
ON position.
old solvent out through the return hose and into the metal
waste container.
OFF position.
or tip guard installed.
SPRAY position.
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.
solvent is gone and fresh solvent is coming out of the gun.
position.
the pressure control knob slowly clockwise.
unit off and follow the “Pressure Relief Procedure” in this
manual before tightening any ttings or hoses.
before changing from solvent to paint.
Be sure to follow the pressure relief procedure
when shutting down the sprayer for any purpose,
including servicing or adjusting any part of the
spray system, changing or cleaning spray tips, or
preparing for cleanup.
4. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve down to
the 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.
5. Turn on the sprayer by moving the ON/OFF switch to the
ON 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.
12. Trigger the gun into the metal waste container until all air
and solvent is ushed from the spray hose and paint is
owing 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. Always engage 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. Set the pressure to minimum by turning the pressure
control knob fully counterclockwise.
4. Unlock the gun by turning the gun
trigger lock to the unlocked position.
5. Hold the metal part of the gun rmly
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
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 exing
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. Turn the pressure control knob counterclockwise to its to
its lowest setting.
3. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve up to its
SPRAY position.
4. Turn the pressure control knob clockwise
to its highest setting. The paint hose
should stiffen as paint begins to ow
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 ne spray.
Do not use gasoline to clean the sprayer.
Special cleanup instructions for use with
flammable solvents:
• Always ush spray gun preferably outside and at least one
hose length from spray pump.
• If collecting ushed solvents in a one gallon metal
container, place it into an empty ve gallon container, then
ush solvents.
• Area must be free of ammable vapors.
• Follow all cleanup instructions.
IMPORTANT: 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.
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. Set the pressure to minimum by turning the pressure
control knob fully counterclockwise.
6. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve down to its
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.
7. Turn on the sprayer by moving the ON/OFF switch to the
ON position.
8. Allow the solvent to circulate through the sprayer and
ush the paint out of the return hose into the metal waste
container.
9. Turn off the sprayer by moving the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position.
10. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve up to its
SPRAY position.
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.
12. Trigger the gun into the metal waste container until the
paint is ushed 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.
Cleaning the Spray Tip
1. Flush the gun with solvent immediately after the work is
completed.
2. Oil the retractor 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.
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.
IMPORTANT: 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, review the repair procedure to
determine if 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:
Technical Service .................................. 1-800-292-4637
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).
Replacing the Motor Assembly
1. Perform the Pressure Relief Procedure and unplug the
sprayer.
2. Remove the four motor cover screws. Remove the motor
cover.
3. Remove the four heat sink assembly screws. Pull the heat
sink assembly away from the gear box housing.
4. Disconnect the ve wires from the relay that is mounted
on the inside of the heat sink assembly.
5. Remove the three relay mounting screws from the heat
sink assembly. Remove the relay.
6. Using the three relay mounting screws, install the new relay
onto the heat sink assembly. Tighten the screws securely.
7. Connect the ve wires to the new relay (refer to the
electrical schematic in the Parts List section of this manual).
8. Using the four heat sink assembly screws, install the heat
sink assembly onto the gear box housing. Tighten the
screws securely.
9. Disconnect the black and red wires coming from the gear
box housing. Disconnect the black and red wires from the
capacitors. Disconnect the black and red wires from the motor.
10. Loosen and remove the four motor mounting screws.
11. Pull the motor out of the gear box housing.
NOTE: If the motor will not dislodge from the pump