Read all warnings and instructions in this manual and related manuals. Be familiar with the controls and the proper usage of the equipment. Save these instructions. Related Manuals Gun – 3A3373 ti27921a Use only genuine Graco replacement parts. The use of non-Graco replacement parts may void warranty.
Read all warnings and instructions in this manual and related manuals. Be familiar with the controls and the proper usage of the equipment. Save these instructions. Related Manuals Gun – 3A3373 ti27921a Use only genuine Graco replacement parts. The use of non-Graco replacement parts may void warranty.
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 or on warning labels, refer back to these Warnings.
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 or on warning labels, refer back to these Warnings.
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Do not kink or over-bend the material or air hose. • Do not expose the hose to temperatures or to pressures in excess of those specified by Graco. • Do not use the hose as a strength member to pull or lift the equipment.
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Do not kink or over-bend the material or air hose. • Do not expose the hose to temperatures or to pressures in excess of those specified by Graco. • Do not use the hose as a strength member to pull or lift the equipment.
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Warnings PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD Fluid from the equipment, leaks, or ruptured components can splash in the eyes or on skin and cause serious injury. • Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure when you stop spraying/dispensing and before cleaning, checking, or servicing equipment. •...
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Warnings PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD Fluid from the equipment, leaks, or ruptured components can splash in the eyes or on skin and cause serious injury. • Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure when you stop spraying/dispensing and before cleaning, checking, or servicing equipment. •...
Preparation Preparation Grounding Pressure Relief Procedure Follow the Pressure Relief The equipment must be grounded to Procedure whenever you see this reduce the risk of static sparking and symbol. electric shock. An electric or static spark can cause fumes to ignite or explode. An improper ground can cause electric shock.
Preparation Preparation Grounding Pressure Relief Procedure Follow the Pressure Relief The equipment must be grounded to Procedure whenever you see this reduce the risk of static sparking and symbol. electric shock. An electric or static spark can cause fumes to ignite or explode. An improper ground can cause electric shock.
Preparation Hose Size and Length Soft Start The Soft Start System is controlled by motor The system comes with a 25 ft (7.6m) long power and an air cylinder. When pressurized, hose set consisting of a material hose 1 in. or the air cylinder pushes the rollers into the 1.25 in.
Preparation Hose Size and Length Soft Start The Soft Start System is controlled by motor The system comes with a 25 ft (7.6m) long power and an air cylinder. When pressurized, hose set consisting of a material hose 1 in. or the air cylinder pushes the rollers into the 1.25 in.
Setup Setup Install spray nozzle. See Recommended Nozzle & Disc Selection Charts, page 15. Pulling trigger when installing nozzle makes assembly easier. NOTICE • Do not store sprayer under pressure. • Do not allow material to dry inside pump, hoses, gun or spray system. This may cause pump to fail.
Setup Setup Install spray nozzle. See Recommended Nozzle & Disc Selection Charts, page 15. Pulling trigger when installing nozzle makes assembly easier. NOTICE • Do not store sprayer under pressure. • Do not allow material to dry inside pump, hoses, gun or spray system. This may cause pump to fail.
Setup Material Hopper Mixing Material Install Hopper Position hopper outlet over fitting as far as it will go. NOTE: Correct material mixture is essential. The pump will not operate if the mixture is too thick. Use water-based materials only. • Mix the material in a separate container before pouring it into hopper.
Setup Material Hopper Mixing Material Install Hopper Position hopper outlet over fitting as far as it will go. NOTE: Correct material mixture is essential. The pump will not operate if the mixture is too thick. Use water-based materials only. • Mix the material in a separate container before pouring it into hopper.
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Setup Premix Allow ceiling texture to set for at least 15 minutes. Then remix prior to use. Slowly add approximately 2 to 4 quarts (1.9 to 3.8 liters) of water to a 5 gallon After texture material is thoroughly (18.9 liter) bucket of premix. mixed, gently set ball end of Material Thickness Gauge on surface of mixture.
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Setup Premix Allow ceiling texture to set for at least 15 minutes. Then remix prior to use. Slowly add approximately 2 to 4 quarts (1.9 to 3.8 liters) of water to a 5 gallon After texture material is thoroughly (18.9 liter) bucket of premix. mixed, gently set ball end of Material Thickness Gauge on surface of mixture.
Operation Operation For the best spraying experience always Trigger gun into waste pail until hopper follow the Setup and Operation process. This no longer contains water and all water is ensures that the material and sprayer are removed from hose and pump system. ready to spray resulting in a successful project.
Operation Operation For the best spraying experience always Trigger gun into waste pail until hopper follow the Setup and Operation process. This no longer contains water and all water is ensures that the material and sprayer are removed from hose and pump system. ready to spray resulting in a successful project.
Operation Alternate Method (Using Prime Valve) Use this method when air flow with material through gun is not desired Air hose fittings can get hot. Allow sprayer to cool down 15 minutes before removing Turn ON/OFF switch to ON position. air hose.
Operation Alternate Method (Using Prime Valve) Use this method when air flow with material through gun is not desired Air hose fittings can get hot. Allow sprayer to cool down 15 minutes before removing Turn ON/OFF switch to ON position. air hose.
Operation Follow Mixing Material, page 11. To achieve uniform spray pattern, adjust air control valve and flow adjustment nut Trigger gun into a pail. When texture on gun. If you do not achieve the desired material appears at nozzle, move gun to pattern, change nozzles, see hopper and circulate until there is a solid Recommended Nozzle &...
Operation Follow Mixing Material, page 11. To achieve uniform spray pattern, adjust air control valve and flow adjustment nut Trigger gun into a pail. When texture on gun. If you do not achieve the desired material appears at nozzle, move gun to pattern, change nozzles, see hopper and circulate until there is a solid Recommended Nozzle &...
Operation Adjusting the System For Less Material Flow Try one or a combination of these methods: Sufficient fluid output (volume and pressure) and good atomization is a balance of • Open air control valve. atomizing air, material thickness/material • Turn gun flow adjustment nut to flow and nozzle selection.
Operation Adjusting the System For Less Material Flow Try one or a combination of these methods: Sufficient fluid output (volume and pressure) and good atomization is a balance of • Open air control valve. atomizing air, material thickness/material • Turn gun flow adjustment nut to flow and nozzle selection.
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Operation Smart Start/Soft Start Operation ProGuard This sprayer protects itself against high and Smart Start low voltage. If the sprayer is plugged into a power source that is too low or too high the Sprayer will start under the following sprayer will stop operating.
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Operation Smart Start/Soft Start Operation ProGuard This sprayer protects itself against high and Smart Start low voltage. If the sprayer is plugged into a power source that is too low or too high the Sprayer will start under the following sprayer will stop operating.
Shutdown and Cleanup Shutdown and Cleanup NOTE: Keep pump and hose clean when switching between materials. A dirty pump can release particles of texture into the finish. • To increase pump life, life turn ON/OFF ti27968a switch OFF when not spraying. •...
Shutdown and Cleanup Shutdown and Cleanup NOTE: Keep pump and hose clean when switching between materials. A dirty pump can release particles of texture into the finish. • To increase pump life, life turn ON/OFF switch OFF when not spraying. ti27968a •...
Shutdown and Cleanup 16. Open gun air control valve. Perform Lift material hopper straight up, off the Pressure Relief Procedure, page 8. unit. 17. Finish cleaning all components. Be sure Plug opening on bottom of material to keep air passages in needle clean and hopper with your hand.
Shutdown and Cleanup 16. Open gun air control valve. Perform Lift material hopper straight up, off the Pressure Relief Procedure, page 8. unit. 17. Finish cleaning all components. Be sure Plug opening on bottom of material to keep air passages in needle clean and hopper with your hand.
Maintenance Maintenance Routine maintenance is important to ensure proper operation of your sprayer. Maintenance includes performing routine actions which keep your sprayer in operation and prevent trouble in the future. Component Task Interval Sprayer Inspect motor shield vents for Daily or each time you spray blockage.
Maintenance Maintenance Routine maintenance is important to ensure proper operation of your sprayer. Maintenance includes performing routine actions which keep your sprayer in operation and prevent trouble in the future. Component Task Interval Sprayer Inspect motor shield vents for Daily or each time you spray blockage.
Refer to Grounding and Electrical Requirements, page 8. Gun needle plugged Clean needle and retry. Worn compressor Replace compressor. Contact a qualified Graco Service Center. Loose belt Tighten belt by adjusting com- pressor Broken belt Replace belt Lines not connected Check all quick disconnect connections to gun and hoses.
Refer to Grounding and Electrical Requirements, page 8. Gun needle plugged Clean needle and retry. Worn compressor Replace compressor. Contact a qualified Graco Service Center. Loose belt Tighten belt by adjusting com- pressor Broken belt Replace belt Lines not connected Check all quick disconnect connections to gun and hoses.
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Motor or control is damaged Take sprayer to Graco cycle. authorized service center. Electric outlet is not providing Try a different outlet or plug in power.
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Motor or control is damaged Take sprayer to Graco cycle. authorized service center. Electric outlet is not providing Try a different outlet or plug in power.
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If material is hardened in sprayer, pump or pressure switch may need to be replaced. Take sprayer to Graco authorized service center. Prime valve is plugged Remove and clean prime valve. Gun is plugged.
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If material is hardened in sprayer, pump or pressure switch may need to be replaced. Take sprayer to Graco authorized service center. Prime valve is plugged Remove and clean prime valve. Gun is plugged.
Compressor Assembly Parts Compressor Assembly Parts Ref. Torque Ref. Torque Piston retaining bolt and crankshaft bolts must torqued before head 165-185 ft-lb (18.6 - 20.9 N•m) bolts (14) are torqued. Hand tighten then one additional full 50-65 in-lb (5.7 - 7.3 N•m) turn.
Compressor Assembly Parts Compressor Assembly Parts Ref. Torque Ref. Torque Piston retaining bolt and crankshaft bolts must torqued before head 165-185 ft-lb (18.6 - 20.9 N•m) bolts (14) are torqued. Hand tighten then one additional full 50-65 in-lb (5.7 - 7.3 N•m) turn.
5, 8, 9, 17H555 O-RING, head, formed 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 , also square includes 146 found in 24S130 KIT, repair, compressor RTX5000, RTX5500 head includes 9, 10, 11 Sprayer Parts List 17H657 FILTER, intake muffler tube 3A3265A...
Includes 9, 11 11* 17H555 O-RING, head, formed 24S151 KIT, repair, compressor square rebuild, also includes 146 12* 24S130 KIT, repair, compressor found in RTX5000, head includes 9, 10, 11 RTX5500 Sprayer Parts 13* 17H657 FILTER, intake muffler List tube 3A3265B...
Wiring Diagrams Wiring Diagrams 120V PRESSURE POWER CORD SWITCH FRAME COIL GREEN SOLENOID GREEN BLUE LED LIGHT CONTROL ASSEMBLY ORANGE VIOLET SWIRCH HOUR POWER METER* MOTOR SWIRCH FLOW SWITCH ti27982a 3A3265A...
Wiring Diagrams Wiring Diagrams 120V PRESSURE POWER CORD SWITCH FRAME COIL GREEN SOLENOID GREEN BLUE LED LIGHT BLACK CONTROL BLUE ASSEMBLY ORANGE VIOLET SWIRCH HOUR POWER METER* MOTOR SWITCH FLOW SWITCH ti27982b 3A3265B...
Wiring Diagrams 230V POWER CORD PRESSURE SWITCH FRAME FILTER BOARD SOLENOID GREEN BLUE LED LIGHT BLACK CONTROL BLUE ASSEMBLY ORANGE VIOLET SWITCH POWER MOTOR SWIRCH FLOW SWITCH ti27983a 3A3265A...
Wiring Diagrams 230V POWER CORD PRESSURE SWITCH FRAME GREEN FILTER BOARD SOLENOID BLUE LED LIGHT BLACK CONTROL BLUE ASSEMBLY ORANGE VIOLET SWITCH POWER MOTOR SWITCH FLOW SWITCH ti27983B 3A3265B...
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Metric Sprayer Material Hopper Capacity 15 gal 57 l Maximum Delivery with Texture RTX5000 5.0 gpm 18.9 lpm RTX5500 5.5 gpm 20.8 lpm Maximum Fluid Working Pressure 100 psi 6.9 bar, 0.7 MPa Maximum Air Working Pressure 50 psi 3.5 bar, 0.35 MPa...
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Metric Sprayer Material Hopper Capacity 15 gal 57 l Maximum Delivery with Texture RTX5000 5.0 gpm 18.9 lpm RTX5500 5.5 gpm 20.8 lpm Maximum Fluid Working Pressure 100 psi 6.9 bar, 0.7 MPa Maximum Air Working Pressure 50 psi 3.5 bar, 0.35 MPa...
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Technical Specifications Metric @ max air pressure) Noise** (dBa) Sound pressure 81.8 dBa* Sound power 90.9 dBa* Materials of Construction Wetted materials on all models brass, aluminum, plastic, stainless steel, plated carbon steel, elastomer Notes * Startup pressures and displacement per cycle may vary based on suction condition, discharge head, air pressure, and fluid type.
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Technical Specifications Metric @ max air pressure) Noise** (dBa) Sound pressure 81.8 dBa* 90.9 dBa* Sound power Materials of Construction Wetted materials on all models brass, aluminum, plastic, stainless steel, plated carbon steel, elastomer Notes * Startup pressures and displacement per cycle may vary based on suction condition, discharge head, air pressure, and fluid type.
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.
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.
For the latest information about Graco products, visit www.graco.com. For patent information, see www.graco.com/patents. TO PLACE AN ORDER, contact your Graco distributor or call 1-800-690-2894 to identify the nearest distributor. All written and visual data contained in this document reflects the latest product information available at the time of publication.
For the latest information about Graco products, visit www.graco.com. For patent information, see www.graco.com/patents. TO PLACE AN ORDER, contact your Graco distributor or call 1-800-690-2894 to identify the nearest distributor. All written and visual data contained in this document reflects the latest product information available at the time of publication.