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Graco Pro 230ES Operation Manual

Graco Pro 230ES Operation Manual

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Operation
Pro 230ES and Pro 270ES Electric
Airless Sprayers
For the application of architectural paints and coatings. For professional use only.
3000 psi (20.7 MPa, 207 bar) Maximum Working Pressure
Important Safety Instructions
Read all warnings and instructions in this
manual and in other manuals. Save all
instructions.
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Model: 262863
Pro 270ES
Model: 262864
3A2813A
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ti19332a
ti19331a

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  • Page 1 Operation Pro 230ES and Pro 270ES Electric 3A2813A Airless Sprayers For the application of architectural paints and coatings. For professional use only. 3000 psi (20.7 MPa, 207 bar) Maximum Working Pressure Pro 230ES Model: 262863 Important Safety Instructions Read all warnings and instructions in this manual and in other manuals.
  • Page 2 Warnings 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 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. Product-specific hazard symbols and warnings not covered in this section may appear throughout the body of this manual where applicable.
  • Page 3 All parts of the spray system, including the pump, hose assembly, spray gun, and objects in and around the spray area shall be properly grounded to protect against static discharge and sparks. Use Graco conductive or grounded high-pressure airless paint sprayer hoses.
  • Page 4 • Check hoses and parts for signs of damage. Replace any damaged hoses or parts. • This system is capable of producing 3000 psi. Use Graco replacement parts or accessories that are rated a minimum of 3000 psi. • Always engage the trigger lock when not spraying. Verify the trigger lock is functioning properly.
  • Page 5 Warnings WARNING MOVING PARTS HAZARD Moving parts can pinch, cut or amputate fingers and other body parts. • Keep clear of moving parts. • Do not operate equipment with protective guards or covers removed. • Pressurized equipment can start without warning. Before checking, moving, or servicing equipment, fol- low the Pressure Relief Procedure and disconnect all power sources.

  • Page 6: Component Identification

    Component Identification Component Identification ti19331a ti16978a ti9667a V (SG2/SG3) 3A2813A...
  • Page 7 Component Identification Airless spray gun Dispenses fluid. Power switch Turns sprayer ON and OFF. Increases (clockwise) and decreases (counter-clockwise) fluid pressure in Pressure control knob pump, hose, and spray gun. Pump fluid outlet fitting Threaded connection for paint hose. Filter Filters fluid coming out of pump to reduce tip plugging and improve finish.

  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation Installation Grounding Power Requirements • 100-120V units require 100-120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 15A, 1 phase. • Use an extension cord with an undamaged ground The equipment must be grounded to reduce the risk contact. of static sparking and electric shock. Electric or static •...

  • Page 9: Operation

    Operation Operation Trigger Lock 3. Trigger gun to relieve pressure. ti2599a Always engage the trigger lock when you stop spraying to prevent the gun from being triggered accidentally by hand or if dropped or bumped. WASTE WASTE 4. Turn prime valve down. ti8908a ti8909a Trigger Unlocked...
  • Page 10 Setup Setup 1. Turn OFF power switch. 5. Connect other end of hose to sprayer. ti9674b ti2707a NOTE: If hose is already connected, make sure connec- 2. Turn Pressure Control Knob all the way left tions are tight. (counter-clockwise) to minimum pressure. 6.

  • Page 11: Prime And Flush Storage Fluid

    Setup Prime and Flush Storage Fluid Before you use your sprayer for the first time or begin a 2. Separate prime tube (smaller) from suction tube new spraying project, you need to prime the sprayer and (larger). flush the storage fluid out of the sprayer. Oil- or Water-based Materials •...
  • Page 12 Setup 8. Increase pressure to start motor and allow fluid a. Point gun into waste pail. to circulate through drain tube for 15 seconds; then turn pressure down. ti2599a WASTE WASTE b. Unlock gun trigger lock. 9. When sprayer starts pumping, flushing solvent and air bubbles will be purged from system.

  • Page 13: Install Tip And Guard On Gun

    Setup Install Tip and Guard on Gun Spraying Techniques Preventing Excessive Tip Wear • Spray should be atomized (evenly distributed, no gaps at edges). Start at low pressure setting, 1. Engage trigger lock. increase pressure a little at a time until you see a good spray pattern, without tails.
  • Page 14 Setup Getting Started Unclogging Spray Tip Use a piece of scrap cardboard to practice these basic spraying techniques before you begin spraying the sur- face. Do not operate or spray near children. Do not aim the • Hold gun 12 in. (30 cm) from surface and aim sprayer at, or spray any person or animal.
  • Page 15 Setup 4. Engage trigger lock. Rotate spray tip back to SPRAY 6. If the tip is still clogged, you may have to repeat position. steps 1 - 5 and rotate the tip from SPRAY to UNCLOG several times. To help reduce tip clogs: •...

  • Page 16: Shutdown And Cleaning

    Shutdown and Cleaning Shutdown and Cleaning Flushing 6. Place prime tube in waste pail. • For short term shutdown periods (overnight to two days) refer to Short Term Storage, page 19. • For flushing after spraying oil-based coatings, use compatible oil-based flushing fluid or mineral spirits. Read Priming and Flushing Storage Fluid, page 11.
  • Page 17 Shutdown and Cleaning 11. Turn power switch OFF. 13. While continuing to trigger gun, quickly move gun to redirect spray into waste pail. Continue triggering gun into waste pail until flushing fluid dispensed from gun is relatively clear. ti9745a ti2707a NOTE: Step 12 is for returning paint in hose back to PAINT WASTE...

  • Page 18: Cleaning Gun

    Shutdown and Cleaning Cleaning Gun • Remove tip and guard and clean with water or flush- ing solvent. A soft brush can be used to loosen and remove dried-on material if needed. • Clean gun fluid filter (d) with water or flushing sol- vent and a brush every time you flush the system.

  • Page 19: Short-Term Storage

    Storage Storage Short Term Storage Long Term Storage (up to 2 days) (more than 2 days) 1. Relieve pressure, page 9. NOTE: Always circulate Pump Armor storage fluid through system after cleaning. Water left in sprayer will 2. Leave suction tube and prime tube in paint pail. corrode and damage pump.

  • Page 20: Stowing Sprayer

    Storage Stowing Sprayer 4. Turn pressure control knob clockwise until the pump turns on. NOTICE • Before storing sprayer make sure all water is drained out of sprayer and hoses. • Do not allow water to freeze in sprayer or hose. •...

  • Page 21: Maintenance And Service

    • Purchase a pump repair kit and install according to aged. Do not use hoses shorter than 25 ft (7.6 m). instructions provided with kit. Wrench tighten, using two wrenches. • Consult a Graco authorized service center. 3A2813A...

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Check everything in this Troubleshooting Table before you bring the sprayer to a Graco authorized service cen- ter. Problem Cause Solution Power switch is on and sprayer is Pressure is set at zero pressure. Turn pressure control knob clock- plugged in, but motor does not run, wise to increase pressure setting.
  • Page 23 Inlet valve check ball or seat is dirty Remove inlet fitting. Clean or replace ball and seat. Outlet valve check ball is stuck. Take sprayer to Graco authorized service center. Suction tube is leaking. Tighten suction tube connection. Inspect for cracks or vacuum leaks.
  • Page 24 Choose tip with narrower fan. Make sure gun is close enough to surface. Fan pattern varies dramatically while Pressure control switch is worn and Take sprayer to Graco authorized spraying. causing excessive pressure variation. service center. Sprayer does not turn on promptly when resuming spraying.
  • Page 25 Spray gun trigger lock is locked. Rotate trigger safety lever to unlock trigger lock, page 9. Paint is coming out of pressure Pressure control switch is worn. Take sprayer to Graco authorized control switch. service center. Prime/Spray valve actuates System is over pressurizing.

  • Page 26: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data Pro 230ES Pro 270ES Working pressure range 0-3000 psi (0-21 MPa, 0-207 bar) Electric motor 11.0A (120 VDC) 5.5A (330 VDC) (permanent magnet DC, TEFC) (Permanent magnet brushless DC, TEFC) Operating horsepower Maximum delivery (with tip) 0.54 gpm (2.05 lpm)
  • Page 27 Notes Notes 3A2813A...

  • 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.

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