Summary of Contents for Graco TrueCoat 360 Project Series
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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 ti24623a WARNING Use only water-based materials. Do not use materials which state “FLAMMABLE”...
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 architectural paints and coatings.
General Power Tool Safety Information General Power Tool Safety Information WARNING WARNING Personal Safety Read all safety warnings and all instructions. • Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating Failure to follow the warnings and instructions a power tool.
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General Power Tool Safety Information WARNING Power Tool Use and Care • Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Sprayer Safety Information Sprayer 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.
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Sprayer Safety Information WARNING WARNING FIRE AND EXPLOSION SKIN INJECTION HAZARD HAZARD High-pressure spray is able to inject toxins into the body and Flammable fumes, such as cause serious bodily injury. In solvent and paint fumes, in work the event that injection occurs, area can ignite or explode.
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Sprayer Safety Information WARNING WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD PRESSURIZED ALUMINUM PARTS HAZARD This equipment must be grounded. Improper grounding, setup, or usage Use of fluids that are incompatible of the system can cause electric with aluminum in pressurized shock. equipment can cause serious chemical reaction and equipment •...
Component Identification Component Identification Prime Pump Spray ti26060b 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...
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 materials.
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Start Up Align VacuValve on cup cover with Prime Pump/Spray knob. Push cup assembly onto sprayer and twist clockwise to lock. ti23345a Stop squeezing the FlexLiner and snap the VacuValve cap closed. You will hear the cap click when it is closed properly. ti23258b The VacuValve is an important part of your new sprayer.
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Start Up If sprayer does not spray, try one of the steps below: • Make certain there is only one FlexLiner in cup support. It is possible for two liners to nest tightly together and appear as only one. • Make certain the cup cover is properly threaded to the cup support.
Start Up Refilling FlexLiner If sprayer runs out of paint simply separate the cup support from the cup cover/sprayer and refill the FlexLiner. Unplug sprayer from power source. Separate the cup support from the cup cover/sprayer. Set the sprayer upside down on a flat surface.
How to Spray How to Spray • Take a few moments prior to spraying and To reduce overspray, always start at review these simple tips to ensure your lowest speed setting and increase speed spraying project is a success. to the minimum setting that results in an acceptable spray pattern.
How to Spray EVEN FINISH ti23376a Aiming Sprayer Aim sprayer at bottom edge of previous stroke, overlapping each stroke by half. THIN THICK THIN ti23375a Triggering Sprayer Pull trigger after starting stroke. Release trigger before end of stroke. Sprayer must be ti23378a moving when trigger is pulled and released.
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.
Cleanup Cleanup Disconnect power (unplug power cord). Turn Prime Pump/Spray Knob down to PRIME PUMP position to relieve pressure. Use only water-based materials. Do not use materials which state “FLAMMABLE” on the packaging. For more information about your material, request SDS from Prime Pump distributor or retailer.
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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.
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Cleanup 15. Remove spray tip and strainer, see Remove Spray Tip, page 22. Clean with soap and water. A soft brush can be used to loosen and remove dried material if needed. ti23404a ti23389a 16. Use a soft cloth to clean the cup support 13.
Cleanup Cleaning VacuValve The VacuValve is an important part of your sprayer and it should be cleaned after every use. Remove VacuValve cap from cup cover and clean it. Clean VacuValve reservoir in lid. Clean VacuValve air hole. If VacuValve air hole becomes clogged, use a paper clip to clean the hole.
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 left in the sprayer will corrode and damage the pump. ti23707b Pump Armor fluid protects the sprayer while in storage.
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 position, align spray tip locking tab with tip.
Common Procedures Dual speed models: NOTICE Move speed control switch to HIGH setting. Spray tips must be cleaned or stored in appropriate cleaning fluid (water or Pump Armor) immediately after use to ensure material is not allowed to dry in spray tip. Failure to do so will result in damage to the spray tip.
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 counter clockwise and pulling down.
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Common Procedures Align VacuValve on cup cover with Prime Pump/Spray knob. Push cup assembly onto sprayer and twist to lock. ti23258b ti23389a 11. While holding the sprayer upside down Plug sprayer into power source. point the sprayer into a waste pail. Pull Make certain the Prime Pump/Spray the trigger for three seconds.
Replacement Parts Parts List- Models 16Y391, 16Y392, 17N427, 17N428 Order If you have this Ref. Part Description model sprayer Number All models 17B415 Complete pump assembly includes 2, 3, 6, 7, 8 All models 16Y425 O-ring All models 16W849 Filter, pump inlet All models 17A402 Prime Pump/Spray valve...
Replacement Parts Parts List- Model 17F329, 17N429 Order If you have this Ref. Part Description model sprayer Number All models 17B415 Complete pump assembly includes 2, 3, 6, 7, 8 All models 16Y425 O-ring All models 16W849 Filter, pump inlet All models 17A402 Prime Pump/Spray valve All models...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Check everything in this Troubleshooting Table before you bring the sprayer to an authorized service center. magnum.graco.com/support ti31342a Sprayer Diagnostics Problem Cause Solution Sprayer makes no sound Power supply. Verify power to sprayer. when trigger is pulled Motor has overheated.
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Speed control switch 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 (contd) until unit sprays.
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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 23. Material difficult to On models with dual speed ti15524a atomize.
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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 22.
Technical Data Technical Data Hand-Held Sprayer U.S. Metric Max Working Pressure 1500 psi 10.3 MPa, 103 bar Maximum Amperage 1.2 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...
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.
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