Clearing A Clogged Tip - Graco Contractor King 279005 Instructions Manual

6. Drain fluid. To drain fluid, slowly open all fluid drain
valves, including fluid drain/purge valve (J), in
system into a waste pail. If there is a return tube,
open return line ball valve. Close valve after fluid is
drained.
7. If you suspect the spray tip or hose is clogged or
that pressure has not been fully relieved.
a. VERY SLOWLY loosen tip guard retaining nut
or hose end coupling to relieve pressure
gradually.
b. Loosen nut or coupling completely.
c. Clear hose or tip obstruction.
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Clearing a Clogged Tip

To avoid serious injury from skin injection, do not put
your hand in front of the spray tip.
1. Engage trigger lock..
2. Rotate tip 180° so arrow on tip cylinder faces
backward.
3. Disengage trigger lock.
4. Trigger gun into pail to remove clog.
5. Engage trigger lock, then rotate tip 180° back to
spray position.
6. If tip is still clogged, follow the Pressure Relief
Procedure, page 10.
7. Remove and clean the spray tip.
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