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Graco 231–323 Instructions-Parts List Manual

Graco 231–323 Instructions-Parts List Manual

Electric texture sprayer with compressor, tex-spray compact, 100 psi 7 bar maximum working pressure, with 1 or 3/4 in. fluid hose, 3/8 in. air hose, and gun
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INSTRUCTIONS-PARTS LIST
This manual contains important
warnings and information.
READ AND KEEP FOR REFERENCE.
INSTRUCTIONS
– For Water-Based Materials Only –
ELECTRIC TEXTURE SPRAYER WITH COMPRESSOR
Tex-Spray Compact
100 psi (7 bar) Maximum Working Pressure
Model 231–323
With 3/4 in. fluid hose, 3/8 in. air hose, and gun
Model 231–324
With 1 in. fluid hose, 3/8 in. air hose, and gun
GRACO INC. P.O. BOX 1441 MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55440–1441
COPYRIGHT 1995, GRACO INC.
Graco Inc. is registered to I.S. EN ISO 9001
308–342
Rev. K
Supercedes PCN H
05513

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  • Page 1 With 3/4 in. fluid hose, 3/8 in. air hose, and gun Model 231–324 With 1 in. fluid hose, 3/8 in. air hose, and gun 05513 GRACO INC. P.O. BOX 1441 MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55440–1441 COPYRIGHT 1995, GRACO INC. Graco Inc. is registered to I.S. EN ISO 9001...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CTIONS Read all instruction manuals, tags, and labels before operating the equipment. Use the equipment only for its intended purpose. If you are not sure, call Graco Technical Assis- tance at 1–800–543–0339. Do not expose the system to rain. Always store the system indoors.

  • Page 3: Warnings

    WARNING WARNING TOXIC FLUID HAZARD Hazardous fluid or toxic fumes can cause serious injury or death if splashed in the eyes or on the skin, inhaled, or swallowed. Know the specific hazards of the fluid you are using. Store hazardous fluid in an approved container. Dispose of hazardous fluid according to all local, state and national guidelines.

  • Page 4: Component Identification And Function

    Component Identification and Function Located inside hopper 05514 Fig. 1 Air Outlet Provides quick disconnect connection for air supply to spray gun Pump Outlet Fitting Provides connection for hose and fluid supply to spray gun Air Pressure Regulator Adjusts air pressure to control air pressure to pump ON/OFF Switch Power switch that controls 110/230 Vac power to sprayer Compressor...

  • Page 5: Preparation

    Preparation Compressor Break-in Hose Size and Lengths The first time you use the system, run the compressor The system is available with a hose set consisting of a under no load to break it in, improve performance and 3/4 in. ID or 1 in. ID x 25 ft. (19 mm or 25 mm x 7.6 m) lengthen its life.
  • Page 6 Preparation Grounding 4. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded, 120 Volt, 15 amp outlet. WARNING 5. Extension cord requirements: a. The cord has an undamaged, 3 prong plug. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD To reduce the risk of static sparking, b.
  • Page 7 Preparation 4. If air exhausts through the pump muffler or the WARNING pump starts and then stops, see texture pump manual 308–399. PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD The system pressure must be manually relieved to 5. Always have the fluid hose installed when there is prevent the system from starting or spraying acci- material in the hopper.
  • Page 8 Preparation Wet the Hose Before Pumping Texture Mix the Material Material CAUTION Wet the inside of the hose before each use to flush out sediment and to prevent the texture material from This system is designed for use with only certain packing out the hose.

  • Page 9: Startup

    Startup Prime the System Located inside hopper 1. Fill the hopper (5) with the prepared texture Located below hopper material. Gun air valve shown open 2. Install a tip. Refer to the Tip Selection Chart on page 10. 3. Open the gun air valve (423) to be sure air pres- sure is relieved and then close it again;...

  • Page 10: Spray Techniques

    Spray Techniques Tip Selection Chart To Get Less Material Try any one or a combination of these methods. Application Tip Orifice Volume 1. Turn the air flow valve (424) to increase (+). Simulated 3/16” Acoustic (fine, or small High 2. Screw in the gun fluid knob (418). confined areas) 1/4”...
  • Page 11 Spray Techniques How to Prevent Material Surge at the Beginning of a Spray Pattern Squeeze the trigger slowly to the fully triggered posi- tion while moving the gun quickly. For Continuous Spraying Use the trigger bail (401) to hold the trigger open to reduce operator fatigue.

  • Page 12: Shutdown And Cleanup

    Shutdown and Cleanup 1. Be sure the compressor pressure is relieved – gun CAUTION air valve (423) open. See Fig. 11. Close the gun air valve again. Turn on the switch (52). To keep the unit in good operating condition, always See Fig.
  • Page 13 Shutdown and Cleanup Fig. 13 05517 Fig. 12 05516 308–342...

  • Page 14: Pump Maintenance

    Pump Maintenance For pump maintenance, troubleshooting and/or repair, see Manual 308–399. Troubleshooting WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, follow the Pressure Relief Procedure on page 7. System Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Material too thick Thin material Spray pattern too coarse Not enough air volume Increase air volume at the gun Material volume too high...

  • Page 15: Cooler Repair

    Cooler Repair WARNING HOT SURFACE HAZARD Be sure the compressor duct work is cool before removing it. If the sprayer was operated recently, it will be very hot and can cause burns! 1. Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure on page 2. 2.

  • Page 16: Compressor Repair

    308–185. The kit includes instructions. For (17C). Remove the shroud (B). repair assistance or for compressor service center locations, call your local Graco distributor or 1-800-888-2468. 8. If you are only rebuilding the compressor (48), see manual 308–185. Clean the air filter (21) and reassemble the unit.
  • Page 17 Compressor Repair 9. Remove the screw (17A) from the top cover (11). 14. Remove the front screws (25) and loosen the rear See Fig. 17. screws (27). Pull the compressor (48) forward. 10. Remove the screws (17B) and the back cover (76).

  • Page 18: Parts - Sprayer

    Parts – Sprayer NOTE: See additional sprayer parts list and drawing on pages 20 and 21. Model 231–323 with 3/4 in. fluid hose, 3/8 in. air hose, and gun Includes all parts shown except 71. Model 231–324 with 1 in. fluid hose, 3/8 in. air hose, and gun Includes all parts shown except 70.
  • Page 19 Parts – Sprayer NOTE: See additional sprayer parts list and drawing on pages 20 and 21. Used only with 1 in. (25 mm) hose set Label Nuts for rear bolt not visible 70a or 71a 70b or 71b 05674 308–342...

  • Page 20: Wiring Diagram

    Parts – Sprayer Model 231–323 with 3/4 in. fluid hose, 3/8 in. air hose NOTE: See additional sprayer parts list and drawing Includes all parts shown on pages 18 and 19. Model 231–324 with 1 in. fluid hose, 3/8 in. air hose Includes all parts shown on pages 26 and 27 Part No.
  • Page 21 Parts – Sprayer NOTE: See additional sprayer parts list and drawing on pages 18 and 19. 102a Ref 36 02808 Add sealant (93) to threads 05534 308–342...
  • Page 22 Notes 308–342...
  • Page 23 Notes 308–342...

  • Page 24: Technical Data

    Graco distributor to the original purchaser for use. As purchaser’s sole remedy for breach of this warranty, Graco will, for a period of twelve months from the date of sale, repair or replace any part of the equipment proven defec- tive.

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