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Owners Manual
Project Series Paint Sprayers
Important Safety Instructions
Read all warnings and instructions in this manual, and on the unit, including the power
cord, before using the equipment. Be familiar with the controls and the proper usage
of the equipment. Save these instructions.
Important Medical Information
Read the medical alert card provided with the gun. It contains injection injury
treatment information for a doctor. Keep it with you when operating the equipment.
For portable spray applications of water-based and oil-based
non-flammable architectural paints and coatings only.
Not approved for use in explosive atmospheres or hazardous (classified) locations.
3A9014A
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Important Safety Information
Safety Instructions
Read all warnings and instructions in this manual, and on the unit, including the power cord, before using the equipment.
Medical Information
Read the medical alert card provided with the gun. It contains injection injury treatment information for a doctor.
Before You Spray
Review Warnings for Important Safety Information
Read carefully and practice good safety habits.
Models
Details different models of the TrueCoat 360 paint sprayers and their specifications.
Online Resources
Provides links to the Graco website for support, videos, manuals, and parts.
Important User Information
Material Compatibility
Explains categories of paints (Water-Based, Oil-Based, Flammable) and their compatibility with the sprayer.
Fire and Explosion Hazard
Highlights risks from flammable materials and specifies safe material usage.
Notice on Cleaner Damage
Warns that harsh cleaners like chlorine bleach will damage the sprayer.
Warnings
Grounding Instructions
Details mandatory grounding for electrical safety and proper connection of the sprayer.
Extension Cords
Specifies requirements for using extension cords with the sprayer for safety and performance.
Fire and Explosion Hazard
Highlights risks from flammable materials and specifies safe material usage.
Electric Shock Hazard
Details dangers of electric shock and how to prevent them.
Skin Injection Hazard
Warns about high-pressure spray injecting toxins and causing serious injury, requiring immediate treatment.
Equipment Misuse Hazard
Covers hazards related to misuse, including not wearing PPE, operating near children, and altering equipment.
Pressurized Aluminum Parts Hazard
Warns about chemical reactions and equipment rupture from incompatible fluids with aluminum parts.
Toxic Fluid or Fumes Hazard
Highlights risks from toxic fluids or fumes causing injury or death if exposed.
Personal Protective Equipment
Recommends wearing appropriate PPE like eyewear, respirators, and gloves to prevent injury.
Know Your Sprayer
Component Identification
Identifies and labels the various parts and components of the sprayer with a diagram.
Know Your Controls
Prime Knob
Explains the function of the Prime Knob for directing fluid and purging air.
VacuValve
Describes the VacuValve's role in evacuating air from the FlexLiner for priming.
Spray Tip
Explains the Spray Tip's function in airless spray technology and its reversibility.
Trigger
Details how the Trigger controls the operation of the sprayer.
Speed Control
Explains how the Speed Control adjusts spraying speed (on select models).
Setup
Pressure Relief Procedure
Outlines the procedure for relieving system pressure before servicing or transport.
Cup Fill
Details how to safely fill the sprayer cup with paint, emphasizing material compatibility.
Cup Lid and Funnel Assembly
Instructions for firmly tightening the Cup Lid and inserting the Funnel and Strainer.
Paint Filling Process
Describes pouring paint into the funnel and checking the fill level, then removing the funnel and strainer.
Startup
Install Cup Assembly
Steps for installing the cup onto the sprayer, including filter verification.
Prime the Pump
Detailed steps for priming the pump, involving the Prime Knob, power source, and VacuValve.
Purge Air and Storage Fluid
Instructions for purging remaining air and spraying out storage fluid.
Spraying
Material Usage and Ventilation
Specifies compatible materials and the need for good ventilation during spraying.
Spray Tip Orientation
Explains how to adjust the spray tip guard for horizontal or vertical spraying.
Spray Pattern Testing
Guides on testing the spray pattern and adjusting speed control for optimal results.
Spray Pattern Quality
How to achieve an even spray pattern by adjusting speed, distance, and thinning material.
Spray Angle
Techniques for holding the sprayer parallel to the surface for an even finish.
Aiming Sprayer
Method for aiming the sprayer to achieve 50% overlap between strokes.
Triggering Timing
Guidance on when to pull and release the trigger during a spray stroke.
Reversible Spray Tips
Information on blue (paint) and green (stain) reversible spray tips.
Spray Tip Removal
Step-by-step guide for safely removing the spray tip after relieving pressure.
Spray Tip Installation
Instructions for correctly installing the spray tip into the guard.
Clear Tip Clogs
Procedure for clearing clogs using the reversible spray tip and speed control.
Cup Refills
Steps for refilling the cup, including pump filter cleaning and reassembly.
Pause in Spraying
Procedure to follow when pausing spraying for short periods to prevent clogs.
Cleanup
Material Compatibility and Ventilation
Specifies compatible materials for cleanup and the need for ventilation.
Static Grounding Instructions (Oil-Based Materials)
Details grounding requirements for preventing static sparks when using oil-based materials.
Fluid Compatibility
Guidance on using water or mineral spirits for cleanup and switching between material types.
Cleaning Sprayer
Detailed steps for cleaning the sprayer with cleaning fluid, including parts disassembly.
Spraying Cleaning Fluid
Procedure for circulating cleaning fluid through the sprayer using the Prime Knob and trigger.
Storage
Storage Notice
Emphasizes the importance of using Pump Armor for proper storage to prevent issues.
Storage Preparation
Steps for cleaning the sprayer and preparing it for storage with Pump Armor.
Recycling and Disposal
End of Product Life
Instructions for dismantling and responsibly recycling the product at the end of its life.
Troubleshooting
Sprayer Diagnostics: No Material Sprayed
Diagnoses issues when the sprayer makes sound but no material is sprayed, covering clogs, priming, and filter problems.
Sprayer Diagnostics: No Sound or Poor Results
Troubleshoots problems like no sound when trigger is pulled and poor spray results, addressing power and tip issues.
Paint Leaks
Addresses issues of paint leaks from the sprayer or cup threads, focusing on seal and seating problems.
Spray Pattern Diagnostics: Pulsating
Diagnoses pulsating spray patterns, relating them to speed, clogs, material, and distance.
Spray Pattern Diagnostics: Tails
Identifies causes for spray patterns with tails, such as speed control, tip type, and material thinning.
Spray Pattern Diagnostics: Dripping/Sagging
Troubleshoots dripping or sagging spray patterns related to speed, distance, trigger timing, and tip condition.
Spray Pattern Diagnostics: Spits
Addresses spray patterns that spit at the start or end, linking it to material buildup, tip insertion, or tip wear.
Replacement Parts
Single Speed, Dual Speed, Dual Speed Premium Parts Diagram
Exploded view diagram illustrating replacement parts for specific sprayer models.
Parts List: Single Speed, Dual Speed, Dual Speed Premium
Detailed list of replacement parts with reference numbers, sprayer names, order part numbers, and descriptions.
Variable Speed Premium Parts Diagram
Exploded view diagram illustrating replacement parts specific to the Variable Speed Premium model.
Parts List: Variable Speed Premium
Detailed list of replacement parts for the Variable Speed Premium model, including part numbers and descriptions.
Technical Specifications
TrueCoat 360 Specifications
Presents technical data including pressure, amperage, weight, dimensions, and operating conditions.
California Proposition 65
Provides California Proposition 65 warning regarding cancer and reproductive harm.
Graco Standard Warranty
Warranty Coverage and Limitations
Details Graco's warranty terms, exclusions, and conditions for equipment defects.
Graco Information
Contact and Legal Information
Provides website links, order contact number, copyright, and revision details.

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