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Operation
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GTX
- For Water-Based Materials Only -
Model 257030
Sprayer with Graco Trigger Gun
120 psi (8.27 bar) Maximum Working Air Pressure
120 psi (8.27 bar) Maximum Working Fluid Pressure
Important Safety Instructions
Read all warnings and instructions in this manual.
Save these instructions.
Related Manuals:
Pump
308479
Gun
310616
Repair 313385
2000
EX
313384B
ti13066a
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- Page 1 Operation ™ 2000 - For Water-Based Materials Only - Model 257030 Sprayer with Graco Trigger Gun 120 psi (8.27 bar) Maximum Working Air Pressure 120 psi (8.27 bar) Maximum Working Fluid Pressure Important Safety Instructions Read all warnings and instructions in this manual. Save these instructions.
- Page 2 Warnings The following warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. The exclama- tion point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbol refers to procedure-specific risk. Refer back to these warnings. Additional, product-specific warnings may be found throughout the body of this manual where applicable.
- Page 3 PLASTIC PARTS CLEANING SOLVENT HAZARD Use only compatible water-based solvents to clean plastic structural or pressure-containing parts. Many solvents can degrade plastic parts and cause them to fail, which could cause serious injury or property damage. See Technical Data in this and all other equipment instruction manuals. Read fluid and solvent manufacturer’s warnings.
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Page 4: Component Identification
Component Identification Component Identification ti13066a 313384B... - Page 5 Component Identification List Nozzle Storage Hopper Hopper Quick Connect Diaphragm Pump Material Outlet Option 1 Material Outlet Option 2 Gun Air Outlet Quick Connect Material (Pump) Air Pressure Gauge and Control Knob Gun Air Pressure Gauge and Control Knob Gun (see manual 308878)* Air Compressor (not supplied by Graco) * Reference numbers used in gun illustrations reflect numbers shown in gun manual 308878.
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Page 6: Pressure Relief Procedure
Pressure Relief Procedure Pressure Relief Procedure To reduce the risk of injury, follow this Pressure Relief Procedure whenever you: • Are instructed to relieve pressure • Stop spraying • Service equipment • Install or clean spray nozzle • Disconnect or connect hose 1. - Page 7 Setup Preparation 1. Connect air and material hoses to gun. Tighten securely. 2. Connect one end of material hose (cc) to material outlet (K or L) and other end to gun material inlet (bb). NOTE: Material plug must be installed in material outlet (K or L) you are not using.
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Page 8: Additional Equipment Needed
Setup Installing Hopper (G) 1. Position coupler (H) over material outlet and slide hopper (G) straight down, over fitting as far as it will go. Make sure hopper bracket is positioned over cart handle rod. 2. Secure latches on each side by pushing them firmly up into locked position. -
Page 9: Wetting Hose
Wetting Hose Wet inside of hose before each use to flush out sedi- ment and prevent texture material from packing out hose. 1. Pour one (1) gallon (3.8 liters) of clean water into hopper. 2. Close gun air valve (23). closed ti4005 3. - Page 10 Wetting System Wetting System 1. Fill hopper (G) with prepared textured material. NOTICE Do not mix material in hopper. Mixing material in hopper can damage hopper, result in an inconsistent mix and packout can occur. 2. Install tip (see Nozzle Selection Chart, page 13). 3.
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Page 11: Mixing Material
Mixing Material NOTICE Do not use any solvent-based materials. Use water-based materials only. Proper material mixture is essential. Pump will not operate if material is too thick. NOTE: For best results, mix material in a separate container and pour it into hopper. 1. -
Page 12: Operation Characteristics
Operation Characteristics Operation Characteristics Always start system with compressor air relieved. See Pressure Relief Procedure, page 6. • Always have material outlet plug installed in opening (K or L) not in use when material is in hopper. If plug is removed, hopper will drain out. •... -
Page 13: Spray Techniques
Spray Techniques Nozzle Selection NOTICE Keep pump and hose clean when switching between simulated acoustic, knockdown, and orange peel applications. A dirty pump can release particles of texture into the finish. Application Nozzle Orifice† 1/8 in. 3/16 in. (fine) Simulated Acoustic 1/4 in. -
Page 14: System Adjustment
System Adjustment System Adjustment 1. Open gun air valve (23). 2. Test spray pattern on cardboard. Hold gun 18 to 30 in. (45 to 75 cm) from surface. Use this spray dis- tance for most applications. Overlap each stroke 50% in a circular motion. ti4004a 3. - Page 15 Material Flow Adjustment • For a lighter spray pattern, decrease material pres- sure at sprayer. • For a heavier spray pattern, increase material pres- sure at sprayer. Air Flow Adjustment • Trigger gun. • To decrease air flow, close air valve (23) clockwise. •...
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Page 16: Shut Down And Clean-Up
Shutdown and Cleanup Shutdown and Cleanup • Turn off sprayer if you are going to stop spraying for 5 minutes or longer. • Before removing material hose, Relieve Pressure and make sure there is no material inside of hose. • To keep sprayer in good operating condition, always clean it thoroughly and prepare it properly for storage. -
Page 17: Maintenance
Maintenance Component Hoses Air and Material Hose Connections Diaphragm Pump Technical Data Maximum working air pressure Maximum working fluid pressure Compressor (not supplied by Graco) Air Delivery Hopper capacity Maximum delivery with texture material Dimensions Length Width Height Sound Weight With hoses and gun Wetted Parts 313384B... -
Page 18: Graco Standard Warranty
Graco Standard Warranty Graco warrants all equipment referenced in this document which is manufactured by Graco and bearing its name to be free from defects in material and workmanship on the date of sale to the original purchaser for use. 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.