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Operation
Project Painter Plus
- For portable spray applications of architectural paints and coatings -
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all warnings and instructions in this manual
and on the sprayer cord. Save these instructions.
See page 3 for model series information including
dispense rate, recommended hose length, guns, and
maximum working pressure.
Project Painter Plus
Model 16W119
(Specifications, page 3.)
Use water-based or mineral spirit-type materials only.
Do not use materials having flash points lower than
100° F (38° C). This includes, but is not limited to, ace-
tone, xylene, toluene, or naptha. For more information
about your material, request MSDS from distributor or
retailer.
332643B
EN
ti22056a

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  • Page 1 Operation Project Painter Plus 332643B - For portable spray applications of architectural paints and coatings - (Specifications, page 3.) IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all warnings and instructions in this manual and on the sprayer cord. Save these instructions. Use water-based or mineral spirit-type materials only. Do not use materials having flash points lower than See page 3 for model series information including 100°...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Specifications ......3 Shutdown and Cleaning ....18 Warnings .

  • Page 3: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications This equipment is not intended for use with flammable or combustible materials used in places such as cabinet shops or other “factory”, or fixed locations. If you intend to use this equipment in this type of application, you must comply with NFPA 33 and OSHA requirements for the use of flammable and combustible materials.

  • Page 4: Warnings

    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 5 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 6 Pressure Relief Procedure for turning off the unit. • 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.
  • Page 7 Warnings WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD This equipment must be grounded. Improper grounding, setup, or usage of the system can cause electric shock. • Turn off and disconnect power cord before servicing equipment. • Connect only to grounded electrical outlets. • Use only 3-wire extension cords. •...

  • Page 8: Component Identification

    Component Identification 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. To select function, align symbol on pressure control knob with setting Setting Indicator indicator, page 11.
  • Page 9 Component Identification Project Painter Plus ti14952d 332643B...

  • Page 10: Grounding And Electric Requirements

    Grounding and Electric Requirements Grounding and Electric Requirements Fluid supply container: follow local code. Solvent pails used when flushing: follow local code. Use only conductive metal pails, placed on a grounded surface such as concrete. Do not place the pail on a nonconductive surface, such as paper or cardboard, Sprayer must be grounded.

  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation Operation Trigger Lock 2. Move prime/spray valve to PRIME to relieve pres- sure. Always engage the trigger lock when you stop spraying to prevent the gun from being triggered accidentally by hand or if dropped or bumped. ti13961a 3. Hold gun firmly to side of pail. Trigger the gun to ti8908a ti8909a relieve pressure.

  • Page 12: Setup

    Setup Setup Prime and Flush Storage Fluid 1. Unscrew tip and guard assembly from gun. NOTE: These units are not intended for lacquers. Before you use your sprayer for the first time or begin a new spraying project, you need to prime the sprayer and flush the storage fluid out of the sprayer.
  • Page 13 Setup 5. Make sure the power switch is OFF and the sprayer 10. Plug sprayer in a grounded outlet. is unplugged. 11. Turn power switch ON. ti2018a ti5580a 6. Separate prime tube (smaller) from suction tube 12. Align setting indicator with Prime/Clean setting on (larger).

  • Page 14: Install Tip And Guard On Gun

    Setup 17. When you see paint coming out of prime tube: Install Tip and Guard on Gun a. Point gun into waste pail. b. Unlock gun trigger lock. 1. Engage trigger lock. ti8909a c. Pull and hold gun trigger. ti8908a d.

  • Page 15: Spraying Techniques

    Setup Spraying Techniques Getting Started Use a piece of scrap cardboard to practice these basic Preventing Excessive Tip Wear spraying techniques before you begin spraying the sur- face. • Spray should be atomized (evenly distributed, no gaps at edges). Start at low pressure setting, •...

  • Page 16: Unclogging Spray Tip

    Setup Unclogging Spray Tip 3. Aim gun at piece of scrap or cardboard. 4. Unlock trigger lock. Pull trigger to clear clog. To avoid fluid splashback: • Never pull gun trigger when arrow-shaped handle is ti8909a between SPRAY and UNCLOG positions. •...

  • Page 17: Choosing The Correct Tip

    Setup Choosing the Correct Tip Reversible Tip Selection Table Consider coating and surface to be sprayed. Make sure Fan Width you use best tip hole size for that coating and best fan Tip Part 30 cm (12 in.) from Hole Size width for that surface.

  • Page 18: Shutdown And Cleaning

    Shutdown and Cleaning Shutdown and Cleaning Pail Flushing 6. Place prime tube in waste pail. • For short term shutdown periods (overnight to two days) refer to Short Term Storage, page 23. • For flushing after spraying oil-based coatings, use compatible oil-based flushing fluid or mineral spirits.
  • Page 19 Shutdown and Cleaning NOTE: Step 12 is for returning paint in hose back to 13. While continuing to trigger gun, quickly move gun to paint pail. One 50-ft hose holds approximately 1-quart redirect spray into waste pail. Continue triggering (1-liter) of paint. gun into waste pail until flushing fluid dispensed from gun is relatively clear.

  • Page 20: Power Flush

    Shutdown and Cleaning Power Flush Power flushing is a faster method of flushing. It can only 10. Unscrew inlet screen from suction tube. Place inlet be used after spraying water-based coatings. screen in waste pail. 1. Relieve pressure, page 11. 2.
  • Page 21 Shutdown and Cleaning NOTE: Step 16 is for returning paint in hose back to 18. Stop triggering gun. Engage trigger lock. paint pail. One 50-ft (15-m) hose holds approximately 1-quart (1-liter) of paint. 16. To preserve paint in hose: ti8908a a.

  • Page 22: Cleaning Gun Filter

    Shutdown and Cleaning Cleaning Gun Filter 1. Engage gun trigger lock. 3. Remove gun filter and clean it in compatible solvent. ti8908a 2. Unscrew hose. ti12975a NOTE: Do not soak entire gun in solvent. Prolonged exposure to solvent can ruin packings. 4.

  • Page 23: Storage

    Storage Storage Short Term Storage Long Term Storage (up to 2 days) (more than 2 days) 1. Relieve pressure, page 11. Always circulate Pump Armor storage fluid through sys- tem after cleaning. Water left in sprayer will corrode and 2. Leave suction tube and prime tube in paint pail. damage pump.
  • Page 24 Storage 5. When storage fluid comes out of prime tube (5-10 6. Move Prime/Spray valve to SPRAY to keep storage seconds) turn power switch OFF. fluid in sprayer during storage. ti2018a ti13960a Stowing Sprayer NOTICE • To prevent damage to the equipment, make sure all water is drained out of sprayer and hoses before storing.

  • Page 25: Maintenance And Service

    If sprayer continues to cycle (motor and pump run) after you release gun trigger, pump valves may be obstructed or worn. Valve repair kits are available from Graco/Mag- num authorized service dealers. ti14967a Paint Hoses Check hose for damage every time you spray.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Check everything in this Troubleshooting Table before you bring the sprayer to a Graco/M AGNUM authorized service center. Problem Cause Solution Power switch is on and sprayer is Pressure is set at zero pressure. Turn pressure control knob clockwise to plugged in, but motor does not run, increase pressure setting.
  • Page 27 Suction tube is leaking. Tighten suction tube connection. Inspect for cracks or vacuum leaks. If cracked or damaged, replace suction tube. Prime/Spray Valve is worn or Take sprayer to Graco/M autho- AGNUM obstructed with debris. rized service center. Pump check ball is stuck.
  • Page 28 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Pump cycles, but paint only dribbles Pressure is set too low. Slowly turn Pressure Control Knob or spurts when spray gun is triggered. clockwise to increase pressure setting which will turn motor on to build pres- sure.
  • Page 29 Choose tip with larger hole size. Choose tip with narrower fan. Make sure gun is close enough to sur- face. Fan pattern varies dramatically while Pressure control switch is worn and Take sprayer to Graco/M autho- AGNUM spraying. causing excessive pressure varia- rized service center.

  • Page 30: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data Project Painter Plus Working pressure range 0-207 BAR, 0-21 Mpa (0-3000 psi) Electric Motor 4.5A (open frame, universal) Operating horsepower Maximum delivery (with tip) .91 lpm (.24 gpm) Paint hose 6.4mm X 7.5 m (1/4 in. x 25 ft) Maximum tip hole size 0.015 in (0.38 mm) Weight, Sprayer only...

  • Page 31: Notes

    Notes Notes 332643B...

  • Page 32: 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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