
Troubleshooting
18
311053L
Spray Pattern Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Solution
Fluttering spray.
Insufficient fluid supply.
Adjust fluid regulator or fill fluid
supply tank.
Air in paint supply line.
Check, tighten siphon hose
connections, bleed air from paint
line.
Spitting spray.
Worn seat (10, 41) or needle (12)
ball.
Inspect seat and needle for wear.
Replace if necessary. The gasket
(11) must be replaced whenever you
remove the seat from the gun.
Dirty spray tip (9).
Clean.
Swollen piston o-ring (22).
Replace o-ring. Do not immerse
piston in solvent.
Irregular pattern.
Fluid build-up or spray tip partially
plugged.
Clean spray tip; see
, page 13.
Air cap loosening (sealant gun only). Air cap (18) not properly tightened.
step 13.
Gasket (40) worn.
Replace gasket.