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Instructions ® Hygienic SaniForce Automatic Airless Spray Guns 3A8816A For use in hygienic spraying applications for automatic airless systems. For professional use only. Model 26C799 600 psi (4.1 MPa, 41 bar) Maximum Working Fluid Pressure 200 psi (1.4 MPa, 14 bar) Maximum Working Air Pressure Important Safety Instructions Read all warnings and instructions in this...
Warnings Warnings The following warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. The exclamation 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.
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Warnings WARNING FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Flammable fumes, such as solvent and paint fumes, in work area can ignite or explode. Paint or solvent flowing through the equipment can cause static sparking. To help prevent fire and explosion: • Use equipment only in well-ventilated area. •...
Installation Installation General Information • Always use genuine Graco parts and accessories. • Reference numbers and letters in parentheses refer • A typical installation is shown in F . 1 . It is only a to the callouts in the figures.
Installation Grounding Mount the Equipment 1. Ensure that the mounting setup can support the weight of the spray gun (P), system components, and accessories, as well as the stress caused during operation. The equipment must be grounded to reduce the risk 2.
Installation Install Accessories Install Fluid Line Accessories • Fluid filter (M): With a 60 mesh (250 micron) Install the following accessories in the order shown in stainless steel element to filter particles from the . 1, using adapters as necessary. fluid as it leaves the pump.
Setup Setup Adjust the Spray Tip Adjust the Spray Pattern To avoid injury from pressurized fluid, do not put your The spray tip position determines the spray direction hand in front of the spray tip when installing, and pattern orientation. To adjust the spray pattern removing, or adjusting the spray tip.
Operation Operation Before Each Use Flush the Equipment Flush the equipment before each use, before changing Check the Spray Tip colors, and after operating the equipment. See Flushing and Storage, page 11. Before each use, check the spray tip (22) before operating the equipment: Pressure Relief Procedure •...
Operation 7. Open all fluid drain valves (N) in the system. Have a 4. Check and tighten all air and fluid connections waste container ready to catch drainage. Leave before operating the equipment. Replace worn or drain valves open until ready to spray again. damaged parts as needed.
Operation Shut Down the Equipment • Always follow Pressure Relief Procedure, page 9 , and flush the equipment before storing it for any length of time. 1. Follow Pressure Relief Procedure, page 9. 2. Remove the spray tip and thoroughly clean parts. This equipment stays pressurized until pressure is Follow Disassemble the Spray Tip, page 15, and manually relieved.
Maintenance Maintenance Establish a Preventive Clean the Equipment Maintenance Schedule NOTICE Regularly maintain the equipment to avoid To avoid injury from pressurized fluid, such as equipment damage. splashing fluid and moving parts: • Do not put your hand in front of the spray tip. Establish a preventive maintenance schedule based on •...
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Maintenance Clean the Spray Tip NOTE: As needed, soak the clogged tip in a To reduce buildup, frequently clean the front of the compatible solvent and use a soft bristled brush to spray tip throughout the day. clean the tip. Do not use sharp or metal tools to clean the spray tip.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 1. Follow Pressure Relief Procedure, page 9, before checking or repairing the equipment. 2. Check all possible problems and causes before disassembling the equipment. Problem Cause Solution Uneven spray pattern Low fluid pressure Increase pressure to pump or adjust fluid pressure regulator.
Repair Repair Disassemble the Spray Tip NOTE: Repair kits are available (purchase separately). See Kits and Accessories, page 20. 1. Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure, page 9. Prepare Equipment for Repair 2. Close all air valves. 3. Unscrew the tip retainer (23). 4.
Repair Repair the Fluid Section 5. Insert the housing (9) assembly over the needle (19) and through the hole in the gun body (1). 6. Use an applicable wrench to hold the nut (15) Disassemble the Fluid Section securely in place. At the same time, tighten the See F .
Repair Repair the Air Piston, Spring, and Seals To avoid injury from pressurized fluid, ensure the Disassemble the Air Piston, Spring, and spring housing assembly (5, 6) is fully tightened to Seals the air cylinder cap (4). If the spring housing assembly (5, 6) is not fully tightened, the gun may not See F .
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications ® Hygienic SaniForce Automatic Airless Spray Guns Metric Maximum fluid working pressure 600 psi 4.1 MPa, 41 bar Minimum operating pressure of air actuator 50 psi 345 kPa, 3.4 bar Maximum working air pressure 200 psi 1.4 MPa, 14 bar Maximum fluid operating temperature 120°F...
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.