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cleanup
Special cleanup instructions for use with
flammable solvents:
• Always flush spray gun preferably outside and at least one
hose length from spray pump.
• If collecting flushed solvents in a one gallon metal
container, place it into an empty five gallon container, then
flush solvents.
• Area must be free of flammable vapors.
• Follow all cleanup instructions.
IMPORTaNT: The sprayer, hose, and gun should be cleaned
thoroughly after daily use. Failure to do so permits material
to build up, seriously affecting the performance of the unit.
always spray at minimum pressure with the gun
nozzle tip removed when using mineral spirits or
any other solvent to clean the sprayer, hose, or
gun. Static electricity buildup may result in a fire
or explosion in the presence of flammable vapors.
1. Follow the “Pressure Relief Procedure” found in the
Operation section of this manual.
2. Remove the gun tip and tip guard and clean with a brush
using the appropriate solvent.
3. Place the siphon tube into a container of the appropriate
solvent. Examples of the appropriate solvent are water for
latex paint or mineral spirits for oil-based paints.
4. Place the return hose into a metal waste container.
5. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve down to its PRIME position.
NOTE: hold the return hose in the waste
container when moving the
PRIME/SPRay valve to PRIME in
case the sprayer is pressurized.
RAPID
CLEAN
6. Set the pressure to RAPID CLEAN by
turning the pressure control knob to its
RAPID CLEAN position.
7. Turn on the sprayer by moving the ON/
OFF switch to the ON position.
8. Allow the solvent to circulate through the unit and flush the
paint out of the return hose into the metal waste container.
9. Turn off the sprayer by moving the ON/OFF switch to the
OFF position.
10. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve up to its SPRAY position.
11. Turn on the sprayer.
Ground the gun by holding it
against the edge of the metal
container while flushing. Failure to
do so may lead to a static electric
discharge, which may cause a fire.
12. Trigger the gun into the metal waste container until the
paint is flushed out of the hose and solvent is coming out
of the gun.
13. Continue to trigger the spray gun into the waste container
until the solvent coming out of the gun is clean.
NOTE: For long-term or cold weather storage, pump
mineral sprits through the entire system.
For short-term storage when using latex paint,
pump water mixed with Titan Liquid Shield
through the entire system (see the accessories
section of this manual for part number).
14. Follow the “Pressure Relief Procedure” found in the
Operation section of this manual.
15. Unplug the unit and store in a clean, dry area.
IMPORTaNT: Do not store the unit under pressure.
Maintenance
Before proceeding, follow the Pressure Relief
Procedure outlined previously in this manual.
additionally, follow all other warnings to reduce
the risk of an injection injury, injury from moving
parts or electric shock. always unplug the sprayer
before servicing!
General Repair and Service Notes
The following tools are needed when repairing this sprayer:
Phillips Screwdriver
3/8” Hex Wrench
Needle Nose Pliers
5/16” Hex Wrench
Adjustable Wrench
1/4” Hex Wrench
Rubber Mallet
3/16” Hex Wrench
Flat-blade Screwdriver
5/32” Hex Wrench
5/64” Hex Wrench
1. Before repairing any part of the sprayer, read the
instructions carefully, including all warnings.
IMPORTaNT: Never pull on a wire to disconnect it. Pulling
on a wire could loosen the connector from the wire.
2. Test your repair before regular operation of the sprayer
to be sure that the problem is corrected. If the sprayer
does not operate properly, review the repair procedure
to determine if everything was done correctly. Refer to
the Troubleshooting Charts to help identify other possible
problems.
3. Make certain that the service area is well ventilated in
case solvents are used during cleaning. Always wear
protective eyewear while servicing. Additional protective
equipment may be required depending on the type of
cleaning solvent. Always contact the supplier of solvents
for recommendations.
4. If you have any further questions concerning your Titan
Airless Sprayer, call Titan:
Customer Service (U.S.) .......................
1-800-526-5362
Fax ................................................
1-800-528-4826
Customer Service (Canada)..................
1-800-565-8665
Fax .................................................
1-800-856-8496
