3M 16587, Owner'S Manual

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Replacement Parts and Accessories
Description Replacement PN
3M™ Accuspray™ Fluid Needle 16571
3M™ Accuspray™ Air Flow Control Valve 16573
3M™ Accuspray™ Atomizing Head Refill Kit, 1.8 mm 16611
3M™ Accuspray™ Atomizing Head Refill Kit, 1.4 mm 16612
3M™ Accuspray™ Atomizing Head Refill Kit, 2.0mm 16609
Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Remedy
Poor Spray Pattern
Air cap or fluid tip clogged Replace atomizing head
Bent fluid needle Replace fluid needle
Heavy Middle Pattern
Not enough atomizing pressure. Increase atomizing pressure.
Too much fluid flowing from
PPS cup. Reduce fluid flow by turning fluid
adjustment knob clockwise (CW)
Intermittent Pulsating Spray Low fluid in cup Add fluid
Insufficient / No Paint Flow
Clogged fluid tip Replace atomizing head
Loss of air pressure Check air source
Empty 3M™ PPS™ cup Add fluid
Clogged air passage Replace atomizing head
Overspray is Excessive
Gun too far from target 6-8 inches (150-200 mm) is ideal
Too much atomizing air for
coating being sprayed
Reduce atomizing air
Coating Leak
Damaged/worn atomizing head Replace atomizing head
Fluid needle not closing
Ensure fluid needle spring is in place
Clean fluid needle with
appropriate solvent