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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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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...
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...
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...
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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...
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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...
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...
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...
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.