CARE AND OPERATION
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Care and Operation of Paint Tank Unit Continued:
WARNING:
RELEASE PRESSURE WITH PRESSURE RELEASE VALVE WHEN
NOT IN USE. NEVER USE ANY TOOL TO REMOVE PUMP IF
THERE IS PRESSURE IN THE TANK. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS
INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE.
NEVER STAND WITH HEAD OR BODY OVER TOP OF TANK WHEN
OPERATING OR REMOVING PUMP. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS
INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
PERIODICALLY TEST HOSE FOR STRENGTH AND MAKE SURE
ALL FITTINGS ARE SECURE. REPLACE WORN HOSE WITH
RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT PARTS (REFER TO PARTS LIST).
WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF GOGGLES WHEN SPRAYING.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY.
Paint Tank Label:
WARNING: IMPROPER USE OR FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAN
RESULT IN EXPLOSIVE FAILURE WITH MAJOR INJURIES. FOR SAFE USE
OF THIS PRODUCT—YOU MUST READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USE.
CAUTION: Do not
leave a pressurized sprayer in the hot sun. Heat
can cause pressure build-up.
Do not
store or leave solution in tank
after use.
Always
wear goggles, gloves, long sleeve shirt, long pants
and full foot protection when spraying.
Never
use any tool to remove
pump if there is pressure in sprayer.
Never
stand with face or body
over top of tank when pumping or loosening pump to prevent ejected
pump assembly and/or solution from striking and injuring you.
Never
pressurize sprayer by any means other than the original pump. Do
not attempt to modify or repair this product except with original man-
ufacturer’s parts.
NEVER SPRAY FLAMMABLE MATERIALS OR PRESSURE
AND GAS PRODUCING CHEMICALS SUCH AS SODIUM HYDROXIDE. ALWAYS
READ CHEMICAL LABEL BEFORE FILLING SPRAYER AS SOME CHEMICALS
MAY BE HAZARDOUS WHEN USED WITH THIS SPRAYER. PRE-USE CHECK:
Remove pump (see filling, pressurizing and spraying instructions),
inspect interior and exterior of tank for signs of deterioration (i.e.
rust, bubbling,and/or pitting) of body and bottom. Any sign of de-
terioration indicates possible tank weakening and could result in
explosive bursting under pressure. If any of these signs are found,
discard tank immediately and replace.
Do not
attempt to patch leaks,
etc., as this could result in serious injury.
Follow
filling, pressuriz-
ing and spraying instructions
EXCEPT:
Use water only.
Pump
plunger
only 8-10 strokes and inspect for leaks. Open discharge to make
sure it is not clogged. If unit passes this test, release pressure (see
pressure releasing instructions), empty tank, and proceed with fill-
ing, pressurizing and spraying instructions.
FILLING, PRESSURIZING
AND SPRAYING INSTRUCTIONS: To engage handle
in lock position: Push
handle down to completely compress spring and rotate handle 1/4
turn, then allow handle to raise into the lock position. To remove
pump from:
FUNNEL TOP STYLE:
Engage handle in locked position and
turn pump counterclockwise until pump can be removed from tank.
3-PRONG CLAMP OPEN HEAD STYLE:
Turn handle counterclockwise until
3-prong clamp is loose. Then rotate clamp counterclockwise to stop
and lift pump out.
LOCKING LEVER OPEN HEAD STYLE:
Engage handle in
locking hooks then lift locking lever to its most upright position. Turn
pump counterclockwise until prongs are located under slots in funnel
and lift pump out.
THREAD CAP STYLE:
Engage handle in lock position
and turn pump counterclockwise until pump can be removed from
tank.
Prepare
spray solution following directions on chemical con-
tainer label.
Strain
solution and fill tank to indicated usable capacity,
leaving remaining space for compressed air.
To close after filling:
NOTE: Check pump barrel to be sure no dirt or grass is stuck to barrel.
FUNNEL TOP STYLE:
By placing pump into tank opening and rotating
clockwise until tightly locked and sealed in tank opening.
3-PRONG
CLAMP STYLE OPEN HEAD:
Place pump prongs down into slots in fun-
nel. Turn clamp clockwise to furthest position under bottom slot, then
turn handle clockwise until tightly locked and sealed in place.
LOCK-
ING LEVER OPEN HEAD STYLE:
Lift locking lever into upright position.
Place pump prongs into slots in funnel. Turn pump clockwise until
it stops, then push locking lever down to funnel to lock and seal in
place.
THREAD CAP STYLE:
Place pump into tank opening then rotate
clockwise until tightly locked and sealed in tank opening.
To pressur-
ize sprayer disengage handle
from locked position, push down, turning
1/4 turn to release handle and then pump plunger up and down until
it works hard. Refer to filling, pressurizing and spraying instructions:
To engage handle
in lock position.
WARNING: THIS SPRAYER IS NOW UNDER PRESSURE AND DANGEROUS.
Always
wear goggles, gloves, long sleeve shirt, long pants and
sturdy foot protection when spraying.
Re-pump
unit as required to
maintain spray force.
PRESSURE RELEASE INSTRUCTIONS: WARNING:
To avoid possibility of
ejected pump assembly and/or spray material from striking and in-
juring you:
Place
unit on its side with top directed away from you with
outlet on top, open discharge and allow remaining spray solution
and pressure to be completely exhausted.
Turn
sprayer upright, then
remove pump (follow filling, pressurizing and spraying instructions),
while maintaining position of top of sprayer away from you.
SPRAYER CARE, STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE:
Clean tank and dis-
charge thoroughly. Remove pump and empty sprayer. Sprayer tank
should be hung upside down, with pump removed, in a warm dry
location. Pump should be periodically oiled by dropping 10-12 drops
of light oil down pump rod through opening in cover. At least twice
a year and always before storage, remove pump barrel from cover
assembly, apply a small amount of vaseline or other similar lubricant
to barrel threads and assemble (if applicable).
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