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REV 15g

NOTICE

CLEAN IMMEDIATELY

Clean the Spray Gun IMMEDIATELY

after EVERY use, in between coats,

and when it will be idle for

more than 5 minutes.
Delayed or inadequate cleaning will

permanently clog the Spray Gun.

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Page 1: ...n please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2014 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the ...

Page 2: ...ided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Addresses practices not related to personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situati...

Page 3: ...ool Use and Care a Do not force the tool Use the correct tool for the application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which the tool is designed b Disconnect the tool from the air source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool unintentionally Turn off and detach the air...

Page 4: ... that the air source has been adjusted to the rated air pressure or within the rated air pressure range b Never use oxygen carbon dioxide combustible gases or any bottled gas as an air source for the tool Such gases are capable of explosion and serious injury to persons SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Symbol Definitions Symbol Property or Statement PSI Pounds per square inch of pressure CFM Cubic Feet per...

Page 5: ...s may be harmful or fatal if swallowed or inhaled Avoid prolonged skin contact with solvents or paints as they will irritate skin After any contact immediately wash off exposed area with hot soapy water 9 Attach all accessories properly to the tool before connecting the air supply A loose accessory may detach or break during operation 10 Install an in line shutoff valve to allow immediate control ...

Page 6: ... an air hose to the compressor s air outlet 3 Connect the air hose to the air inlet of the tool Other components such as a coupler plug and quick coupler will make operation more efficient but are not required WARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Do not install a female quick coupler on the tool Such a coupler contains an air valve that will allow the air tool to retain pres...

Page 7: ...Setup Figure A Portable Air Supply Setup D B A F G B C E Description Function A Shutoff Ball Valve Isolates sections of system for maintenance B Air Hose Connects air to tool D Filter Prevents dirt and condensation from damaging tool or workpiece E Regulator Adjusts air pressure to tool F Coupler and Plug Provides quick connection and release C Air Cleaner Dryer Prevents water vapor from damaging ...

Page 8: ...Bolts Secures air compressor in place C Shutoff Ball Valve Isolates sections of system for maintenance D Isolation Hose For vibration reduction E Main Air Line 3 4 min Distributes air to branch lines F Ball Valve To drain moisture from system G Branch Air Line 1 2 min Brings air to point of use H Air Hose Connects air to tool Description Function I Filter Prevents dirt and condensation contaminati...

Page 9: ...sing parts If any problems are found do not use tool until repaired Workpiece and Work Area Set Up 1 Designate a work area that is clean and well lit The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury 2 Route the air hose along a safe path to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the air hose to possible damage The air hose must b...

Page 10: ...luid Inlet then run a flexible round brush sold separately through the passage between the Fluid Inlet and Nozzle opening Figure E 6 Wipe down Spray Gun Body with a clean cloth and warm soapy water 7 Rinse Cup along with any tubes or filters in warm soapy water 8 Make sure all parts are free from grease and oil Repeat cleaning if necessary 9 Rinse all parts and inside of Spray Gun except Air Inlet...

Page 11: ... directions Most paints will spray easily if they are thinned properly 2 Thin the paint according to manufacturer s directions and mix thoroughly 3 Carefully strain the paint through a paint strainer or a piece of cheesecloth 4 Fill the Cup to 3 4 full Close Cup 5 Start the air compressor and set the regulator to needed pressure Do not exceed maximum air pressure 6 Test the consistency by spraying...

Page 12: ...ssure for specific areas use the Air Knob 14 To fine tune airflow turn Air Knob clockwise to lessen airflow pressure Turn Air Knob counterclockwise to increase airflow pressure Figure I Air Knob Pattern Adjustment 15 Use the Pattern Knob to adjust the spray pattern Figure J Pattern Knob Turn Pattern Knob counterclockwise all the way open to flatten the spray pattern Turn it clockwise for a round s...

Page 13: ...a permanent clog if not cleared immediately If discontinuing spraying for more than half an hour turn off the air supply disconnect Cup from Gun Body and thoroughly rinse Cup and Gun Body with fresh clean water 4 Pull Trigger slowly and move Spray Gun in parallel strokes to the workpiece Keep the distance from the workpiece at about 6 to 9 depending on the flow adjustment and the paint 5 To avoid ...

Page 14: ... then fill the Cup with solvent and spray it through the Spray Gun into the spent solvent container while shaking the Spray Gun Once the Cup is empty repeat the process until the solvent comes out clean 4 Disconnect from the air source 5 After disconnecting point the Spray Gun into the spent solvent container and squeeze the Trigger again to make sure no air remains Note Do not immerse Spray Gun B...

Page 15: ...ning procedures TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE Do not use damaged equipment If abnormal noise vibration or leaking air occurs have the problem corrected before further use Inspection Note These procedures are in addition to the regular checks and maintenance explained as part of the regular operation of the air operated tool BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of the tool Ch...

Page 16: ...High air pressure 2 Fluid Knob not open enough 3 Pattern Knob open too far 1 Reduce air pressure 2 Open Fluid Knob 3 Partially close Pattern Knob Heavy top bottom pattern 1 Nozzle plugged 2 Nozzle loose or dirty seal 3 Dried paint on Fluid Tip 4 Damaged Fluid Needle 1 Clean Nozzle 2 Clean and tighten Nozzle and seal 3 Use a nonmetallic point to clean Fluid Tip 4 Replace Fluid Needle and Fluid Tip ...

Page 17: ...oo thick 1 Check air hoses 2 Open Fluid Knob 3 Thin fluid or increase air pressure Do not exceed maximum Overspray Paint drifting to unintended objects 1 Improper application speed 2 Improper distance from workpiece 3 Too much air pressure 1 Move moderately and parallel 2 Adjust distance 3 Reduce air pressure Fluid Tip Leakage 1 Dirty Fluid Tip 2 Broken Fluid Needle Spring 3 Worn or damaged Fluid ...

Page 18: ... BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO Parts List and Diagram Parts List Part Description Qty 1 Air Cap 1 2 Lock Ring 1 3 Brass Ring 1 4 Fluid Cap Washer 1 5 Fluid Nozzle 1 6 Fluid Nozzle Joint 1 7 Joint Washer 1 8 Joint Washe...

Page 19: ...y clog the Spray Gun Latex paint hardens quickly and permanently inside Spray Gun Safety Operation Maintenance Setup Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts Assembly Diagram ...

Page 20: ...w the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date an...

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