Graco TrueCoat 360 Owner's Manual

Graco TrueCoat 360 Owner's Manual

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Important Safety Instructions

Read all warnings and instructions in this manual and on the
unit, including the power cord. Be familiar with the controls and
the proper usage of the equipment. Save these instructions.
WARNING
To avoid fire and explosion, use only
non-flammable or water-based materials, or
non-flammable paint thinners. Do not use
materials which state "FLAMMABLE" on the
packaging. For more information about your
material, request SDS from distributor or retailer.
Use oil based materials outdoors or in a
well-ventilated area with a flow of fresh air.
For portable spray applications of water-based and oil-based
non-flammable architectural paints and coatings only.
Not approved for use in explosive atmospheres or hazardous locations.
Have a Question?
1-888-541-9788
www.paintsprayersbygraco.com
For Household Use Only.
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operational video.
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  • Page 1: Important Safety Instructions

    Be familiar with the controls and the proper usage of the equipment. Save these instructions. Scan QR code or click on link for operational video. http://graco.com/tc360opvid ti23409b WARNING Have a Question? To avoid fire and explosion, use only...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Graco Limited Warranty ........
  • Page 3: Important User Information

    Before using your sprayer read this Owners Manual for complete instructions on proper use and safety warnings. Congratulations! You have purchased a high-quality paint sprayer made by Graco Inc. This sprayer is designed to provide superior spray performance with water-based and oil-based (mineral spirit-type) architectural paints and coatings.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information Important Safety Information The following warnings are for the setup, use, 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 or on warning labels, refer back to these Warnings.
  • Page 5 Important Safety Information WARNING WARNING FIRE AND EXPLOSION SKIN INJECTION HAZARD HAZARD High-pressure spray is able to inject toxins into the body and cause serious Flammable fumes, such as solvent bodily injury. In the event that injection and paint fumes, in work area can occurs, get immediate surgical ignite or explode.
  • Page 6 Important Safety Information WARNING WARNING PRESSURIZED ALUMINUM EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD PARTS HAZARD Misuse can cause death or serious Use of fluids that are incompatible with injury. aluminum in pressurized equipment can cause serious chemical reaction and equipment rupture. Failure to •...
  • Page 7: Component Identification

    Component Identification Component Identification Prime Pump Spray ti25736a Sprayer Trigger Cup Cover Dual Speed Control, HIGH/LOW FlexLiner Switch (DS and DSP models only) Cup Support Spray Tip, Black (12-inch pattern) VacuValve Cap Spray Tip, Gray (4-inch pattern) VacuValve Air Hole Spray Tip Guard VacuValve Reservoir Variable Speed Control (VSP models...
  • Page 8: Start Up

    Start Up Start Up Previously opened paint may contain dried paint or other debris. To avoid priming problems and tip clogs it is advisable to strain the paint before using. Paint strainers are available where paint is sold. Stretch a paint Use only water-based or oil-based strainer over a clean pail and pour the paint (mineral spirit-type) materials with a...
  • Page 9 Start Up Align VacuValve on cup cover with Stop squeezing the FlexLiner and snap Prime Pump/Spray knob. Push cup the VacuValve cap closed. You will hear assembly onto sprayer and twist to lock. the cap click when it is closed properly. ti23355a Plug sprayer into power source.
  • Page 10 Start Up Air from pump may have entered the 11. Make certain spray tip is in the spray FlexLiner during priming. Repeat Steps position. 4 - 6 to ensure all air is evacuated. 10. Turn Prime Pump/Spray knob forward to spray position.
  • Page 11: Refilling Flexliner

    Start Up If sprayer does not spray, try one of • If sprayer still does not spray, perform steps11 and 11 on page 22. If material the steps below: sprays while upside down there is air in • Make certain there is only one FlexLiner the cup.
  • Page 12: How To Spray

    How to Spray How to Spray Spray Techniques Take a few moments prior to spraying and review these simple tips to ensure your spraying project is a success. Use a piece of scrap cardboard to practice these basic spraying techniques before you Dual Speed Control begin spraying the surface.
  • Page 13: Triggering Sprayer

    How to Spray Aiming Sprayer EVEN FINISH Aim sprayer at bottom edge of previous stroke, overlapping each stroke by half. THIN THICK THIN ti23378a Rotating the spray tip guard changes the pattern to either the vertical or horizontal orientations. ti23375a When spraying vertical corners turn spray tip guard to the horizontal orientation and move sprayer up and down.
  • Page 14: Spray Pattern Quality

    How to Spray Spray Pattern Quality If you see pulsations in the pattern, try the following: A good spray pattern is evenly distributed as • On the dual speed models turn the dual it hits the surface. If tails persist, material may speed control to HIGH need to be thinned.
  • Page 15: Cleanup

    Cleanup Cleanup Disconnect power (unplug power cord). Turn Prime Pump/Spray Knob down to PRIME PUMP position to relieve pressure. Use only water-based or oil-based (mineral spirit-type) materials with flash point greater than 100° F (38° C). Do not use materials which state Prime Pump “FLAMMABLE”...
  • Page 16 Cleanup Set the sprayer upside down on a flat Make certain the Prime Pump/Spray surface. This will keep the wet paint in knob is in the Prime Pump position the cup cover. Return excess material to (pointed down). On models with a dual original container.
  • Page 17: Cleaning Vacuvalve

    Cleanup 16. Use a soft cloth to clean the cup support and cup cover. ti23372a ti23389a NOTICE 13. Remove cup assembly and discard used fluid. Dispose of used cleaning fluid The spray tip guard is permanently properly. attached to the sprayer. Removal for cleaning is not necessary and will result in 14.
  • Page 18: Storage

    Storage Storage NOTICE Failure to store sprayer with Pump Armor will result in operational problems the next time you spray. Always circulate Pump Armor through the sprayer after cleaning. Water or solvents other than mineral spirits left in the sprayer will corrode and damage the pump.
  • Page 19: Common Procedures

    Common Procedures Common Procedures Installing Spray Tips Pull the spray tip straight out of the spray tip guard. Install Spray Tip While holding the spray tip 90 degrees from either the SPRAY or UNCLOG Do not put your hand in front of the spray tip. position, align spray tip locking tab with the locking tab slot in the spray tip guard.
  • Page 20: Unclogging Spray Tip

    Common Procedures Unclogging Spray Tip In the event that particles or debris clog the spray tip, this sprayer is designed with a reversible spray tip that quickly and easily ti23359a clears the particles without disassembling the Variable speed models: sprayer. See for Strain the Paint, page 8 for Set speed control to 10.
  • Page 21: Flushing A New Sprayer

    Common Procedures Flushing a New Sprayer This sprayer arrives from the factory with a small amount of test material in the system. It is important that you flush this material from the sprayer before using it for the first time. Remove cup assembly from the sprayer by turning and pulling down.
  • Page 22 Common Procedures Align VacuValve on cup cover with Prime Pump/Spray knob. Push cup assembly onto sprayer and twist to lock. ti23258b ti23389a Plug sprayer into power source. 11. While holding the sprayer upside down point the sprayer into a waste pail. Pull Make certain the Prime Pump/Spray the trigger for three seconds.
  • Page 23: Notes

    Notes Notes 333394L...
  • Page 24: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Models 16Y385, 16Y386, 17A466 ti23460a ti23568a 333394L...
  • Page 25: Parts List- Models 16Y385, 16Y386, 17A466

    Label, control All models 16Y636 Label, warning and model number, side (not shown) Label, brand 16Y385 17J971 TrueCoat 360 16Y386 17J973 TrueCoat 360 DSP 17A466 17J972 TrueCoat 360 DS All models 17A198 Label, warning, cord (not shown) 16Y386 17C468 Case, storage...
  • Page 26: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Model 17D889 ti25730a 333394L...
  • Page 27: Parts List- Model 17D889

    All models 16Y678 Label, control All models 16Y636 Label, warning and model number, side (not shown) 17D889 17J976 Label, brand, TrueCoat 360 VSP All models 17A198 Label, warning, cord (not shown) 17D889 17C468 Case, storage 17D889 17F069 Kit, enclosure, variable speed includes sight glass, includes 13, 29, qty.
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Have a Question? Call toll-free: Check everything in this Troubleshooting Table before you bring the sprayer to an 1-888-541-9788 authorized service center. Or visit us at: www.paintsprayersbygraco.com Sprayer Diagnostics ti24021a Problem Cause Solution Sprayer makes no sound Power supply. Verify power to sprayer.
  • Page 29 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Speed control is set too low. On models with a dual speed Sprayer makes sound control switch, set speed control but no material is switch to HIGH. On variable sprayed when trigger is speed models, increase speed pulled (cont’d) until unit sprays.
  • Page 30 Troubleshooting Spray Pattern Diagnostics Problem Cause Solution Spray pattern is pulsating: Operator is moving too Slow speed of movement. fast while spraying. Spray tip is clogged. Unclog spray tip or clean spray tip see Unclogging Spray Tip, page 20. Material difficult to On models with a dual speed atomize.
  • Page 31 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Spray pattern is too narrow: Sprayer is too close to Move sprayer away from target surface. surface 10 in. (25 cm) Incorrect spray tip for Install different size spray tip. application of material. See Installing Spray Tips, ti15523a page 19.
  • Page 32: Technical Data

    TrueCoat 360 DS/DSP/VSP 1300 psi 9 MPa, 90 bar Maximum Amperage 2.5 Amps 2.5 Amps Weight TrueCoat 360, 360 DS/DSP 3.5 lb (18 in.cord) 1.6 kg (45 cm cord) TrueCoat 360 VSP 3.75 lb (18 in.cord) 1.7 kg (45 cm cord) Dimensions: Length (All models) 12.50 in.
  • Page 33: Graco Limited Warranty

    1-888-541-9788 or visit us online at www.graco.com. If the claimed defect is verified, Graco will repair or replace the product free of charge. The product will be returned to the original purchaser transportation prepaid. If inspection of the product does not disclose any defect in material or workmanship, repairs will be made at a reasonable charge to you, which charges may include the costs of parts, labor and transportation.
  • Page 34 This manual contains English. MM 333394 Graco Headquarters: Minneapolis International Offices: Belgium, China, Japan, Korea GRACO INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES • P.O. BOX 1441 • MINNEAPOLIS MN 55440-1441 • USA Copyright 2014, Graco Inc. All Graco manufacturing locations are registered to ISO 9001. www.graco.com...

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