Intelligent series airless paint sprayer (25 pages)
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Operation Manual DP-X3 DP-X5 Electric Airless Paint Sprayer www.dpairless.com Important Safety Instructions Read all warnings and instructions in this manual, related manuals, and on the unit. Be familiar with the controls and the proper usage of the equipment. Save these...
Before You Spray FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DP-X3/DP-X5 Models: • Use only non-flammable or water-based/oil-based materials, or non-flammable paint thinners. Do not use materials having flash points lower than 100° F (38° C). This includes, but is not limited to, acetone, xylene, toluene, or naphtha.
Flammable fumes, such as solvent and paint fumes, in work area can ignite or explode. To help prevent fire and explosion: DP-X3/DP-X5 Models: • Do not spray or clean with materials having flash points lower than 100°F (38° C). Use only non-flammable or water-based materials, or non-flammable paint thinners.
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Warnings SKIN INJECTION HAZARD High-pressure spray is able to inject toxins into the body and cause serious bodily injury. In the event that injection occurs, get immediate surgicaltreatment. • Do not aim the gun at, or spray any person or animal. •...
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Warnings PRESSURIZED ALUMINUM PARTS HAZARD Use of fluids that are incompatible with aluminum in pressurized equipment can cause serious chemical reaction and equipment rupture. Failure to follow this warning can result in death, serious injury, or propertydamage. • Do not use 1,1,1-trichloroethane, methylene chloride, other halogenated hydrocarbon solvents or fluids containing such solvents.
Start Up Setup Setup When unpacking sprayer for the first time or after long term storage perform setup procedure. Assemble Your Sprayer Connect DP airless hose to fluid outlet. Use wrench to tighten securely. Turn pressure control knob all the way left (counter-clockwise) to lowest set- ting.
Start Up Start Up Turn pressure control knob to lowest setting. Pressure Relief Procedure Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure whenever you see this symbol. Put drain tube into a waste pail and turn Prime/Spray valve in PRIME position (drain) to relieve pressure. This equipment stays pressurized until pressure is manually relieved.
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Start Up If you suspect the spray tip or hose Turn Prime/Spray valve is clogged or that pressure has not down to PRIME position. been fully relieved: VERY SLOWLY loosen the tip guard retaining nut or the hose end coupling to relieve pressure gradually.
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Start Up How to Spray When sprayer starts pumping, flushing NOTE: Some fluids may prime faster solvent and air bubbles will be purged if the ON/OFF Switch is momentarily from system. Allow fluid to flow out of turned off so the pump can slow and drain tube, into waste pail, for 30 to 60 stop.
How to Spray How to Spray Spray Tip Installation Spray tip must be pushed all the way To prevent spray tip leaks make certain into the tip guard. Turn spray tip to spray tip and tip guard are installed push down. properly.
See table for recommended spray pressure for your material. Refer to paint (material) can for manufacturer’s recommendations. Maximum tip hole sizes supported by the sprayer: DP-X3: 0.017 in. (0.43 mm) DP-X5: 0.019 in. (0.48 mm) Coatings Interior Stains/ Interior &...
How to Spray How to Spray Triggering Gun • Material may need to be thinned. If material needs to be thinned follow Pull trigger after starting stroke. Release manufacturer’s recommendations. trigger before end of stroke. Gun must be Clear Tip Clog moving when trigger...
Cleanup Cleanup Cleanup Cleaning the sprayer after each use results in Place empty waste and flushing fluid a trouble free start up the next time the pails side by side. sprayer is used. Place suction tube in flushing fluid. Use water for water based paint and mineral spirits or compatible oil-based flushing solvent for oil-based paint.
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Cleanup 11. Turn ON/OFF switch to OFF position. Turn Prime/Spray valve down to PRIME position. NOTE: Step 12 is for returning paint in 16. Turn ON/OFF switch to OFF position. hose to paint pail. One 50 ft (15 m) hose holds approximately 1 quart (1 liter) of paint.
Storage Storage With proper storage, the sprayer will be ready Engage trigger lock. to use the next time it is needed. Leave gun attached to hose. Short Term Storage Remove tip and guard and clean with water or flushing fluid and a brush. (up to 2 days) Wipe paint off outside of gun using a soft cloth moistened with water or flush-...
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Storage Turn Prime/Spray valve down Leave gun attached to hose. to PRIME position. Remove tip and guard and clean with water or flushing fluid and a brush. 10. Wipe paint off outside of gun using a soft cloth moistened with water or flush- ing fluid.
Reference Reference Understanding Tip Number The last three digits of tip number (i.e.:413) Spray Tip Selection contain information about hole size and fan width on surface when gun is held 12 in. (30.5 cm) from surface being sprayed. Selecting Tip Size First digit when doubled Spray tips come in a variety of hole sizes for 413 tip has...
Reference Cleaning • To avoid fluid splashing back on your skin or into your eyes, always aim gun Fluid at inside wall of pail. Compatibility Static Grounding Instructions (Oil-Based materials) The equipment must be grounded to Oil- or Water-Based Materials reduce the risk of static sparking and electric shock.
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Reference Quick Reference Ref. Name Description • In PRIME position directs fluid to draintube. Prime/Spray Valve • In SPRAY position directs pressurized fluid to paint hose. • Automatically relieves system pressure in over- pressure situations. Increases (clockwise) and decreases Pressure Control Knob (counter-clockwise) fluid pressure in pump, hose, and spray gun.
Maintenance Reference Maintenance Routine maintenance is important to ensure proper operation of your sprayer. Activity Interval Inspect motor shroud openings for blockage. Daily or each time you spray Inspect/clean filter, fluid inlet strainer, and gun filter. Daily or each time you spray Pump Removal Remove the hopper on sprayers with a NOTICE...
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Maintenance Maintenance Inlet Valve Removal and Installation If you suspect that the inlet valve is clogged or stuck, remove the valve assembly and clean or replace. Remove suction tube or hopper from sprayer. Loosen the inlet valve. Remove inlet valve. Clean any debris and dried paint from the cavity and replace the ball and spring.
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Piston Rod and Pump Installation 1. The piston rod and V-packings of DP-X3 3. Put on the front cover and fix the screws. and DP-X5 are replaceable, as below. 2. Install the pump assembly back to the gear box. 4. Install any hoses removed earlier.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Check everything in this Troubleshoot- ing Table before you bring the sprayer to an authorized service center. Follow Pressure Relief Procedure, page 9, before checking or repairing. Solutions at the beginning of each prob- lem listed are the most common. Problem Cause Solution...
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Suction tube is leaking. Inspect suction tube connection for cracks or vacuum leaks. Outlet valve check ball is stuck. Unscrew outlet valve, remove, and clean assembly. Prime/Spray valve is worn Take sprayer to DINO-POWER or obstructed with debris. authorized service center.
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Spray tip may be partially clogged. Clear spray tip clog. Pump is primed, but can not achieve good spray pattern. Rotate arrow-shaped handle on spray Reversible spray tip is in UNCLOG tip so it points forward to SPRAY position.
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Choose spray tipwith larger hole size. Choose spray tip with narrower fan. Make sure gun is close enough to surface. Fanpatternvariesdramatically Pressurecontrolswitchis worn Take sprayer to DINO-POWER while spraying. and causing excessive pressure authorized service center. variation. Cannot trigger spray gun.
DP-X3 DP-X5 Electric Airless Paint Sprayer Troubleshooting...
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Spare Parts List for DP-X3 DP-X5 Parts No. Description X5100a Left cover X5100b Right cover X5200 Front cover X5300 Stand Assembly X5301 Drip cup X5400 Plug X5500 High pressure hose 1/4”*7.5m X5600 X5 motor assembly X3600 X3 motor assembly X5601...
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