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2 for model and series information including dispense rate, recommended hose length, guns, and maximum working pressure. ProX9 AGNUM ProX7 AGNUM Model: 261820 Model: 261815 ti9369a ti9368a Graco Inc. P.O. Box 1441 Minneapolis, MN 55440-1441 Copyright 2007, Graco Inc. is registered to I.S. EN ISO 9001...
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.
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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. Refer back to these warnings. Additional, product specific warnings may be found throughout the body of this manual where applicable.
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Read fluid and solvent manufacturer’s warnings. For complete information about your material, request MSDS from distributor or retailer. • Check equipment daily. Repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately with genuine Graco replacement parts only. • Do not alter or modify equipment.
Installation Installation Grounding and Electric Smaller gauge or longer extension cords may Requirements reduce sprayer performance. Fluid supply container: follow local code. Solvent pails used when flushing: follow local code. Use only conductive metal pails, placed on a grounded Sprayer must be grounded. Grounding reduces the risk surface such as concrete.
Component Identification Component Identification Airless spray gun Dispenses fluid. Power switch Turns sprayer ON and OFF. Pressure control knob Increases (clockwise) and decreases (counter-clockwise) fluid pressure in pump, hose, and spray gun. Setting Indicator To select function, align symbol on pressure control knob with setting indicator, page 8.
Operation Operation Trigger Lock 2. Turn Prime/Spray valve to PRIME to relieve pressure. Always engage the trigger lock when you stop spraying to prevent the gun from being triggered accidentally by hand or if dropped or bumped. ti9346a 3. Hold gun firmly to side of pail.
Setup Setup Prime and Flush Storage Fluid 1. Unscrew tip and guard assem- Before you use your sprayer for the first time or begin a bly from gun. new spraying project, you need to prime the sprayer and flush the storage fluid out of the sprayer. Oil- or Water-based Materials ti9714a •...
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Setup 2. Separate prime tube (smaller) 10. Turn power switch OFF. from suction tube (larger). 11. Transfer suction tube to paint pail and submerge suction tube in paint. 3. Place prime tube in waste pail. ti9653a 12. Turn power switch ON. ti9652a 4.
Setup Install Tip and Guard on Gun Spraying Techniques Preventing Excessive Tip Wear • Spray should be atomized (evenly distributed, no gaps at edges). Start at low pressure setting, increase pressure a little at a time until you see a 1.
Setup Unclogging Spray Tip 4. unlock trigger lock. Pull trigger to clear clog. to8909a To avoid fluid splashback: 5. When obstruction is cleared, • Never pull gun trigger when arrow-shaped handle is engage trigger lock and rotate between SPRAY and UNCLOG positions. arrow-shaped handle back to •...
Setup Choosing the Correct Tip for the Understanding Tip Number The last three digits of tip number (i.e.: 221413) contain information about hole size and fan width on surface Consider coating and surface to be sprayed. Make sure when gun is held 12 in. (30.5 cm) from surface being you use best tip hole size for that coating and best fan sprayed.
Getting Started With Basic Techniques Getting Started With Basic Techniques Use the Practice Spray Board to practice these basic spraying techniques before you begin spraying the surface. Aiming Gun • Hold gun 12 in. (30 cm) from surface and aim straight at surface.
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 20. • For flushing after spraying oil-based coatings, use compatible oil-based flushing fluid or min- eral spirits.
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Shutdown and Cleaning 13. While continuing to Step 12 is for returning paint in hose back to paint trigger gun, quickly move pail. One 50-ft hose holds approximately 1-quart gun to redirect spray into (1-liter) of paint. waste pail. Continue triggering gun into waste 12.
Shutdown and Cleaning Power Flush Power flushing is a faster method of flushing. It can only 10. Unscrew inlet screen from suction be used after spraying water-based coatings. tube. Place inlet screen in waste pail. 1. Relieve pressure, page 8. 2.
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Shutdown and Cleaning 18. Stop triggering gun. Engage Step 16 is for returning paint in hose back to paint trigger lock. pail. One 50-ft (15-m) hose holds approximately 1-quart (1-liter) of paint. ti8908a 16. To preserve paint in hose: 19. Turn power switch OFF. a.
Shutdown and Cleaning ™ 5. Tighten outlet fitting and Cleaning InstaClean Fluid reconnect hose (a) to sprayer. Use two Filter wrenches to tighten securely. The InstaClean Fluid Filter prevents particles from entering paint hose. After each use, remove and clean it to insure peak performance.
Storage Storage Long Term Storage Short Term Storage (more than 2 days) (up to 2 days) • Always circulate Pump Armor storage fluid 1. Relieve pressure, page 8. through system after cleaning. Water left in sprayer will corrode and damage pump. 2.
Storage Stowing Sprayer Fold-n-Store Storage CAUTION • Before storing sprayer make sure all water is The sprayer cart can be folded for convenient and com- drained out of sprayer and hoses. pact storage. • Do not allow water to freeze in sprayer or hose. Folding the Sprayer •...
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Storage Unfolding the Sprayer 1. If folded for compact, Storage Options shelf storage, unfold • The folded sprayer can be handle (a) and align as stored on a wall as shown. shown. 2. Tighten wingnuts (b). ti9677a ti9675a • For compact, shelf storage, loosen, but do 3.
• Replace pump packings at first sign of leaking or addi- tional damage could occur. • Purchase a pump repair kit and install according to instructions provided with kit. ti9355a ti9356a • Consult a Graco/M AGNUM authorized service center. 312001B...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Check everything in this Troubleshooting Table before you bring the sprayer to a Graco/M authorized service AGNUM center. Problem Cause Solution Power switch is on and sprayer is plugged in, Pressure is set at zero pressure. Turn Pressure Control Knob clockwise to but motor does not run, and pump does not increase pressure setting.
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Tighten suction tube connection. Inspect for cracks or vacuum leaks. If cracked or dam- aged, replace suction tube. Prime/Spray Valve is worn or obstructed with Take sprayer to Graco/M authorized ser- AGNUM debris. vice center. Pump check ball is stuck.
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• Replace extension cord. Fan pattern varies dramatically while spraying. Pressure control switch is worn and causing Take sprayer to Graco/M authorized AGNUM excessive pressure variation. service center. Sprayer does not turn on promptly when resuming spraying.
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.