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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFEGUARDS.

Like other power tools, airless sprayers are safe when properly
used but can be dangerous if misused. It is the responsibility of
the user to read and understand all instructions, IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS, and safety precautions before operating the unit
and also to use the unit properly. Failure to do so may result in
personal injury or loss of life and product damage.

Do not try to repair (or disassemble) the unit yourself. Repairs
should be performed by a qualified shop familiar with this unit or
returned to HomeRight. See warranty. This unit is to be used with
authorized parts only. When using parts that do not comply with
the specifications and safety devices of the manufacturer, the user
assumes all risks and liabilities.

• DO NOT aim sprayer at yourself or anyone else; in the event of

injury, seek expert medical advice immediately.

• DO NOT operate sprayer without paint or fluid in it, the sprayer

force can cause injuries to people and animals.

• DO NOT cover the nozzle with any part of your body, high

velocity jet can cause accidental injuries.

• DO NOT leave your sprayer unclean or allow paint to dry in the

pump. An unclean sprayer will not work next time and you
could void the warranty.

• DO NOT spray textured materials containing asbestos fibers.

• DO NOT spray any textured materials containing particles or

fibers such as metallic paints, fire retardant paints.

• DO NOT spray flammable liquid.

• DO NOT use the spray gun outside when it’s raining.

• DO NOT use sprayer below garage floor or grade level.

• DO NOT disassemble the sprayer without reading directions to

avoid danger.

• DO NOT allow any part of the body to come into contact with

the fluid stream.

• DO use a three-pronged extension cord that is at least 18 gage.

• DO only plug the cord or extension cord into a three-pronged

grounded power supply.

• DO keep the sprayer out of the reach of children.

• ALWAYS place the sprayer upright (do not place the sprayer

upside down or on its side) to prevent liquid entering internal
wiring and causing electric shock.

• ALWAYS clean and lubricate piston and cylinder after spraying

water or paint.

• ALWAYS wear mask, goggles, and ear and eye protection while

operating the sprayer.

• ALWAYS unplug the cord to prevent accidental spraying when

you stop spraying.

• NEVER immerse the sprayer gun into water or other liquids to

prevent electrical shock.

1. HAZARD: Solvent and paint fumes can explode or ignite,

causing property damage and severe injury, avoid all low
ignition sources such as static electricity sparks and open
flames.

2. HAZARD: Paints, solvents, insecticides, and other materials may

be harmful if inhaled, causing severe nausea, fainting, or
poisoning.

3. HAZARD: Do not hold cord at plug connections to support cord.

Failure to observe may result in electrical shock.

PROP 65 WARNING

Handling the coated electrical wires of this product exposes you to
lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm. 

Wash hands after use.

HAZARD: INJECTION INJURY

The airless sprayer pumps materials at high pressure and can
pierce skin and underlying tissue, leading to serious injury or
amputation.
Do not treat injection injuries as simple cuts. Injection injuries can
lead to amputation. Seek a physician’s help immediately.

• Never put hand in front of gun. Gloves will not prevent injection

injuries.

• Never leave sprayer unattended.

• Never leave sprayer plugged in while cleaning.

• Never remove tip guard while spraying.

HAZARD: EXPLOSION OR FIRE

Paint, stain and solvent fumes can explode or ignite, causing
property damage and/or severe injury.

• Keep area well ventilated. Exhaust and introduce fresh air to

keep fumes from accumulating in work area.

• Do not spray in areas where there are ignition sources, static

electricity sparks, pilot lights, heaters, hot objects, cigarettes,
open flames.

• Have fire extinguishing equipment present and in good working

order.

• Follow safety instructions and IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS of

material manufacturers.

WARNINGS

CAUTION

AIRLESS SPRAYERS PRO 6.8, PRO 6.8 PLUS

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Summary of Contents for PRO 6.8

Page 1: ...OS DE LESIONES EL USUARIO DEBE LEER EL MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES SÓLO PARA USO DOMÉSTICO MANTENGA A LOS NIÑOS LEJOS DEL ÁREA DE TRABAJO Para comunicarse con el departamento de servicio al cliente llame al 1 800 264 5442 ó 763 780 5115 8 a m a 5 p m hora del Centro de los Estados Unidos Hecho en Taiwán Pulvérisateurs sans air comprimé PULVÉRISATEURS À PEINTURE ÉLECTRIQUES MODÈLES PRO 6 8 ET PRO 6 8 P...

Page 2: ...E GUIDE 5 PARTS LIST 6 HOW TO USE 7 Practice First 7 Thinning Materials 7 Spray Tip and Fan Tip 7 Spray Tip Selection Chart 7 Two Speed Control 8 Spraying Instructions 8 USING THE BACKPACK 9 Using the Backpack 9 Cleaning the Backpack 9 QUICK RELEASE CLEAN UP LUBRICATION MAINTENANCE 10 Step One Clean Up Instructions 10 Step Two Clean Up Instructions for the Cylinder Housing 10 Lubrication 10 TROUBL...

Page 3: ...ight do not place the sprayer upside down or on its side to prevent liquid entering internal wiring and causing electric shock ALWAYS clean and lubricate piston and cylinder after spraying water or paint ALWAYS wear mask goggles and ear and eye protection while operating the sprayer ALWAYS unplug the cord to prevent accidental spraying when you stop spraying NEVER immerse the sprayer gun into wate...

Page 4: ...ted in Figure A Make sure the product is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug A temporary adapter which looks like the adapter illustrated in Figures B and C may be used to connect the plug to a two pole receptacle as shown in Figure B if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter should only be used until a properly grounded outlet Figure A can b...

Page 5: ...Read all warnings and safety instructions in the owner s manual before use Thin material as necessary Remove and fill container with material Use a filter to strain material if it is old Attach pick up tube to the longer port of the cylinder housing Make sure it is securely fastened Attach container to sprayer 1 2 3 4 Unplug sprayer remove container and empty contents Fill sprayer with cleaning so...

Page 6: ...p Tube 1 1 14 C806023 Container 1 qt 1 1 15 Switch 1 1 16 Cord 1 1 17 C816737 Petroleum Oil 1 1 18 C816545 Cleaning Brush 1 1 19 C817026 Backpack 1 1 20 C806026 Hose 1 1 21 Hose Clamps 2 2 22 Relief Spring 1 1 23 C806025 Backpack Strap 2 2 24 C806027 Inlet Cup Assembly 1 1 for use with backpack If you cannot obtain parts and accessories at your local retailer call or write HOME RIGHT 1661 94th Lan...

Page 7: ...TERIALS In order for your sprayer to operate properly it is important to make sure the stain or paint is thin enough to be sprayed Thinning should be followed per the stain or paint manufacturer s guidelines Because materials differ from brand to brand this guide can offer only general information The final guide to correctly thinned stain or paint is achieving the proper spray pattern as shown in...

Page 8: ...UP OR SLOW DOWN WHILE MOVING THE SPRAYER 6 Overlap each stroke about 1 3 of the spray pattern 7 To spray inside corners spray the adjoining walls or surface first The overspray will stain or paint the corner 8 When you spray an outside corner point the spray tip of the sprayer towards the surface This will prevent stain or paint from being sprayed past the corner and onto surfaces you do not want ...

Page 9: ... the Inlet Kit Figure K 4 Attached the straps to both sides of the backpack 5 Pour up to one gallon of paint in the backpack Do not overfill 6 Strap on the backpack 7 Follow the earlier instructions to begin painting CLEANING THE BACKPACK 1 Disassemble all sprayer parts and clean as described earlier See Clean Up Instructions on page 10 2 Pour any remaining paint from the backpack back into the ca...

Page 10: ...ASE cartridge See Figure M 3 Pull out pick up tube 4 Remove all the parts from the QUICK RELEASE pump housing cartridge See Figure N 5 Depending on the material used some residue may remain on the sprayer parts Remove any remaining residue with the cleaning brush See Figure O 6 Lubricate all moving parts with lightweight oil Included or use WD40 3 in One oil or similar product 7 Reassemble the QUI...

Page 11: ...ard tilt A Keep sprayer level of cylinder housing B Piston or cylinder housing scored B Replace piston or cylinder housing Material dripping A Spray tip loose A Tighten spray tip B Operating sprayer at more than a 40 angle B Keep sprayer upright Motor overheats A Seized piston A Clean piston B Operating sprayer for a prolonged period of time B Let sprayer cool C Extension cord too long C Replace w...

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