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Operation
TrueCoat
and TrueCoat
U.S. Patent 6,619,569 and other patents pending
- For portable spray applications of water-based and oil-based (mineral spirit-type)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all warnings and instructions in this
manual. Save these instructions.
Models 258870, 258875, 258866, and 258863
Maximum Working Pressure 2000 psi (137 MPa, 13.7 bar)
TrueCoat Model: 258870
258866
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 "FLAMMABLE" on the packaging. For more information about
your material, request MSDS from distributor or retailer.
Use oil-based material outdoors or in a well-ventilated indoor area with a flow of fresh air.
Plus Paint Sprayers
architectural paints and coatings only-
WARNING
WARNING
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WARNING
This manual contains English,
French, and Spanish.
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TrueCoat Plus Model: 258875
258863
3A0159A
ENG
ti14773a
110474
Certified to CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 68
Conforms to
UL 1450

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all warnings and instructions in this manual. Save these instructions. Models 258870, 258875, 258866, and 258863 Maximum Working Pressure 2000 psi (137 MPa, 13.7 bar) ti14773a TrueCoat Model: 258870 TrueCoat Plus Model: 258875...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Installing Suction Tube ......10 Graco Standard Warranty ......28 Spraying Stains or Clear Coats (Fine-Finish Optimizer) .
  • Page 3: Warnings

    Warnings Warnings The following warnings are for the setup, use, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. The exclamation point sym- bol 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.
  • Page 4 Warnings WARNING WARNING WARNING 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: • Sprayer generates sparks. Do not spray or flush with flammable liquids. •...
  • Page 5 Warnings WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD Misuse can cause death or serious injury. • Always wear appropriate gloves, eye protection, and a respirator or mask when painting. • Do not operate or spray near children. Keep children away from equipment at all times. •...
  • Page 6: Truecoat ™ Component Identification

    ™ TrueCoat Component Identification ™ TrueCoat Component Identification ti15479a Material Cup (32 oz) TrueCoat Paint Sprayer Control Lever Sprayer Hook Material Cup Liners (3 included) TrueCoat Spray Tip/Guard Assembly (517 included) Sprayer Trigger Tip Filter (*Reverse Threaded) Sprayer Trigger Lock Suction Tube Circuit Reset Button Pump Armor Concentrate (4 oz.)
  • Page 7: Truecoat ™ Plus Component Identification

    ™ TrueCoat Plus Component Identification ™ TrueCoat Plus Component Identification ti15479a Material Cup (32 oz) TrueCoat Plus Paint Sprayer Control Lever Sprayer Hook Material Cup Liners (3 included) TrueCoat Spray Tip/Guard Assembly (311, 517 included) Circuit Reset Button Tip Filter (*Reverse Threaded) Sprayer Trigger Suction Tube Sprayer Trigger Lock...
  • Page 8: Using Electrical Cords

    Using Electrical Cords Using Electrical Cords Grounding and Electrical Extension Cord Requirements Requirements Only use an extension cord with an undamaged 3-prong plug. Sprayer must be grounded. Grounding reduces the risk When operating sprayer outdoors, use an extension of static and electric shock by providing an escape wire cord suitable for outdoor use.
  • Page 9: Common Procedures

    Common Procedures Common Procedures Pressure Relief Procedure Spray Tip Position Always perform Pressure Relief Procedure before Do not operate or spray near children. Do not aim the adjusting spray tip position. sprayer at, or spray any person or animal. Keep hands and other body parts away from the front of the sprayer.
  • Page 10: Setup

    Setup Setup Spraying Stains or Clear Coats (Fine-Finish Optimizer) Use only water-based or oil-based (mineral The Fine-Finish Optimizer must be installed and used spirit-type) materials with flash point greater than when spraying thin material (similar to water) such as 100° F (38° C). Do not use materials which state stain or clear coats.
  • Page 11: Sprayer Setup

    Setup Sprayer Setup This sprayer arrives from the factory with a small 6. Engage trigger lock and put control lever UP to amount of test material in the system. It is important release pressure. that you flush this material or any storage fluid from the sprayer before using it.
  • Page 12 Setup Materials 3. Install material cup liner, fill with material, and thread onto sprayer. ti15474a 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 “FLAMMABLE” on the packaging. For more informa- tion about your material, request MSDS from distribu- tor or retailer.
  • Page 13: Install Tip/Guard Assembly

    Install Tip/Guard Assembly (if not installed) Install Tip/Guard Assembly (if not installed) Reversible Tip Selection Chart NOTICE The tip is a permanently attached to the guard. MATERIALS Removing the tip from the guard will result in damage *Thin Medium Heavy to tip assembly.
  • Page 14: Basic Spraying Techniques

    Basic Spraying Techniques Basic Spraying Techniques Triggering Sprayer NOTE: Use a piece of scrap cardboard to practice these basic spraying techniques before you begin spraying the To achieve even spraying, pull trigger after starting the surface. Anything you don’t want painted that is in stroke.
  • Page 15: Unclogging Spray Tip/Guard Assembly

    Unclogging Spray Tip/Guard Assembly Unclogging Spray 4. Engage trigger lock. Put control lever UP to release pressure and rotate spray tip back to SPRAY posi- Tip/Guard Assembly tion. ti14994a ti14999a Do not operate or spray near children. Do not aim the ti14985a sprayer at, or spray any person or animal.
  • Page 16: Shutdown And Cleaning

    Shutdown and Cleaning Shutdown and Cleaning 3. Remove and clean sprayer intake tube and screen NOTICE with water (or flushing fluid) and a brush every time Failure to properly clean sprayer after each use will result you flush the sprayer. Reconnect intake tube. in hardened materials, damage to the sprayer, and the warranty will no longer be valid.
  • Page 17: Cleaning Sprayer Exterior

    Shutdown and Cleaning 7. Discard contaminated fluid and refill with appropri- 12. Remove Spray Tip/Guard Assembly and clean with ate flushing fluid. water or flushing fluid. A soft brush can be used to loosen and remove dried material if needed. Run 8.
  • Page 18: Storage

    Storage Storage 4. Properly dispose of used Pump Armor mixture from material cup and rinse cup with water. NOTICE Failure to store with sprayer with Pump Armor will result in operational problems the next time you spray. Always circulate Pump Armor through the sprayer after cleaning.
  • Page 19: Replacement Parts And Kits

    Replacement Parts and Kits Replacement Parts and Kits ti15497a Ref. Part Description Ref. Part Description 16E403 Sprayer Cup Seal 24E377 Shoulder Strap 16D562 Liner, replacement (10 pack) 24F045 Fine Finish Optimizer (with Cleaning Tool) 243103 Pump Armor (32 oz.) 2-Pack 16C650 Material Cup Seal TrueCoat Tip/Guard Assembly 24E375 Material Cup (48 oz) cover and seal...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Check everything in this Troubleshooting Table before you bring the sprayer to an authorized service center. Problem Cause Solution Sprayer makes no sound when Trigger is locked. Disengage trigger lock. See page 9. trigger is pulled Sprayer is not receiving power. Plug in sprayer or check outlet for power.
  • Page 21 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Sprayer sprays with poor results Tip is partially clogged See Unclogging Tip/Guard Assembly, page 15. Tip is not in correct position Rotate tip to SPRAY position. Incorrect tip for application of See Reversible Tip Selection material. Chart, page 13.
  • Page 22 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Spray pattern has dripping: Sprayer is moving too slow for material. Move sprayer faster while spraying. Sprayer is too close to target surface. Move sprayer away from surface (10 in). Holding trigger while changing spray Release trigger when changing directions. direction.
  • Page 23: Inlet Valve Cleaning

    Inlet Valve Cleaning Inlet Valve Cleaning Removal 4. Clean as much excess material from pump cavity as possible. Make sure you also clean spring (a), o-ring 1. Engage trigger lock and pull relief valve UP to (c), and top of inlet fitting (d). release pressure.
  • Page 24: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data Sprayer: Maximum working pressure 2000 psi (137.8 bar, 13.7 MPa) Maximum amperage 4 amps Weight 5.89 lb (2.67 kg) Dimensions: Length 13.25 in. (33.6 cm) Width 5.0 in. (12.7 cm) Height 10.75 in. (27.3 cm) Storage temperature range ◆❖ 32°...
  • Page 25 Technical Data Notes 3A0159A...
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  • Page 27 Technical Data Notes 3A0159A...
  • Page 28: Graco Standard Warranty

    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 manual is also suitable for:

258875258866258863

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