Central Pneumatic 97855 Set Up And Operating Instructions Manual

Central Pneumatic 97855 Set Up And Operating Instructions Manual

Heavy duty air paint spray gun

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HEAVY DUTY AIR PAINT
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools
Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
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2008 by Harbor Freight Tools
contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor
Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements,
actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.

SPRAY GUN

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork
97855
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  • Page 1: Spray Gun

    SPRAY GUN 97855 SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ® Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TOOL SET UP ........9 WORK PIECE AND WORK AREA SET UP ..........9 GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......10 A COMPARISON: CONVENTIONAL VERSUS HVLP SPRAY GUNS ....11 PREPARATION ......11 SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 2...
  • Page 3: Safety Alert Symbol And Signal Words

    Cluttered benches and dark hazardous situation which, if areas increase the risks of electric not avoided, could result in shock, fire, and injury to persons. minor or moderate injury. SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 3...
  • Page 4: Personal Safety

    Many accidents are caused Always wear eye protec- by poorly maintained tools. There is a tion. Wear ANSI-ap- risk of bursting if the tool is damaged. proved safety goggles. SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 4...
  • Page 5: Service

    Never use oxygen, carbon dioxide, combustible gases or any bottled gas as an air source for the tool. Such gases are capable of explosion and serious injury to persons. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 5...
  • Page 6: Specific Safety Instructions

    Other accessories not designed for the forces gener- ated may break and forcefully launch pieces. Attach all accessories properly to the tool before connecting the air sup- SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 6...
  • Page 7: Functional Description

    If Pattern Control Knob (10) Air Cap (1) any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown throughout the manual as soon as possible. • This air tool may be shipped with a protective plug covering the air inlet.
  • Page 8 Note: Air flow, and therefore tool perfor- pressure. mance, can be hindered by under- sized air supply components. SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 8...
  • Page 9: Operating Instructions

    The spray gun must be cleaned with a solvent based thinner before being used for the first time. If not done, the red oil used by the manufacturer for SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 9...
  • Page 10: General Operating Instructions

    Hoses, the Cup Mounting Yoke (33) and couplers, regulators, and filters are all secure with the Cup Locking Lever available at Harbor Freight Tools. (32). Note: Compressor pumps discharge If the tool requires more force to...
  • Page 11: A Comparison: Conventional Versus Hvlp Spray Guns

    While practicing on the scrap mate- rial, check to see that the liquid you are spraying has the appropriate con- Horizontal Fan Lock Ring (2) FIGURE 3 Air Cap Vertical Fan Fig. 3 SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 11...
  • Page 12 Adjusting Screw (16). If the spray appears too thick (you see globs of paint), close down the Needle Adjust- ing Screw (16) slowly, checking the mixture after each adjustment. (See FIG. 5 below.) SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 12...
  • Page 13: User-Maintenance Instructions

    You may use a non-silicon oil or a light lubricant on all threaded Latex Paints: Use warm, soapy water. connections prior to storing the unit. IMPORTANT: Do not use mineral SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 13...
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Some of tially closed. (Open Pattern Control the holes in the Air Cap (1) are very Knob (10).) small. You may want to consider an ultrasonic cleaner for this job. SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 14...
  • Page 15 4. Replace 5. Bent valve stem 5. Replace 1. Packing Nut loose 1. Tighten without restricting Fluid Leaking from 2. Packing worn or dry 2. Replace or lubricate (non-silicone) Packing Nut SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 15...
  • Page 16 BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 16...
  • Page 17: Parts List

    Air Valve Seat Air Valve Cap Air Valve Screw Fluid Inlet Coupling Needle Guide Needle Packing Screw Cup (See Fig.1) Cup Locking Lever (See Fig.1) Cup Mounting Yoke (See Fig.1) SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 17...
  • Page 18: Assembly Diagram

    Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts. SKU 97855 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 18...
  • Page 19: Warranty

    90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.

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