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11 — English
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
NOTICE:
Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts
are replaced. Please contact customer service or an
authorized service center for assistance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, penetrating
oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals
can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic which may result
in serious personal injury.
CLEANING THE UNIT
See Figures 10 - 12.
WARNING:
Always store and dispose of chemicals properly. Disposal
of contaminated rinse water should be performed accord-
ing to local ordinances and bylaws.
Draining the tank:
If there is any liquid left in the tank after spraying, the tank
should be drained before cleaning.
Turn electrostatic function off and remove the battery
from the unit.
Unscrew the cap and remove it from the tank.
Drain the contents of the tank through the fill area.
NOTE:
Drain the contents back into the original container.
Do not store chemicals in the tank.
Cleaning the sprayer:
Fill the tank about one-third full with clean water. A small
amount of mild household detergent may be added.
NOTE:
Never use flammable chemicals or abrasive
cleaning agents to clean the tank.
Review chemical SDS sheet how best to secure and store
your chemical solution when not in use.
Replace the tank cap and tighten securely.
Reinstall the battery pack. Spray until the tank has been
emptied. Make sure to direct the spray toward an area
that will not be damaged by the spray solution.
Refill and repeat the procedure with clean water. It may
be necessary to rinse the tank more than once, then drain
again as directed above.
Allow all pieces to completely dry before reinstalling parts
and storing the unit.
NOTE:
Store the sprayer in an upright position.
DO NOT
store the sprayer on its side.
Wipe the outside of the sprayer with a clean, dry cloth.
INSTALLING/REMOVING THE NOZZLES
See Figures 13 - 16.
Release the trigger and stop spraying before rotating the
nozzle selector.
Turn electrostatic function off and remove the battery
from the unit.
Allow the unit to rest for approximately 5 minutes before
attempting to disassemble the nozzle selector to allow
the electrostatic charge to disperse.
To remove the nozzle selector:
Rotate the nozzle selector to disassembly position as
shown.
Remove the nozzle selector from the slot in the top of the
unit.
To remove the nozzles:
After removing the nozzle selector, unscrew the ring on
the front of the selector using the nozzle tool.
Rotate the ring counterclockwise to remove from the
nozzle selector.
Remove the retention plate.
Remove nozzles and o-rings from the nozzle selector.
To install the nozzles:
Insert the nozzles and o-rings into the main body of the
nozzle selector.
Replace the retention plate onto the nozzle selector.
Replace the ring on the front of the selector by rotating
clockwise to tighten. Use the nozzle tool to ensure the
assembly is tight to prevent leaks.
To reinstall the nozzle selector:
Insert the nozzle selector in the slot at the top of the unit.
Insert the nozzle tool into the slots of the threaded ring.
Rotate the nozzle selector to the desired nozzle position.