5
REV 2/08
CARE AND OPERATION
OF PAINT TANK UNIT
DIRECTIONS FOR OPERATING:
1. Remove pump assembly by raising locking lever to vertical position, and turning counter-
clockwise until ends of locking lever reach slots in locking ring; lift out.
2. Mix paint (in pail - not in tank) and strain through cloth or fine sieve. Paint Strainer Fil-
ters packaged 25 per case are available. Use item #PS 25 when ordering.
3. Fill tank 3/4 full, leaving remaining space for compressed air.
4. Replace pump assembly in tank, holding locking lever up in vertical position, turn clock-
wise about halfway, and push locking lever down to seal. Do not force.
NEVER USE TOOL TO
TIGHTEN PUMP ASSEMBLY.
5. Optional method of pressurizing paint tank: You can build pressure by using the handle
of the pump assembly. Pump plunger up and down until sufficient pressure builds up and
spray becomes fine; re-engage pump handle by pushing down against spring and turning
back into retaining slots.
WARNING
1. Release pressure with pressure release valve when not in use. NEVER use any tool to re-
move pump if there is pressure in the tank. Failure to follow this instruction may result in
personal injury or damage.
2. Never stand with head or body over top of tank when operating or removing pump. Fail-
ure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
3. Periodically test hose for strength and make sure all fittings are secure. Replace worn
hose with recommended replacement parts (refer to parts list).
4. We recommend the use of goggles when spraying. Failure to follow this instruction may
result in personal injury.
WARNING: IMPROPER USE OR FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT
IN EXPLOSIVE FAILURE WITH MAJOR INJURIES. FOR SAFE USE OF THIS PROD-
UCT—YOU MUST READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
CAUTION: Do not
leave a pressurized sprayer in the hot sun. Heat can cause pres-
sure 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 as-
sembly 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 prod-
uct except with original manufacturer’s parts.
NEVER SPRAY FLAMMABLE MATERI-
ALS 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), in-
spect interior and exterior of tank for signs of deterioration (i.e. rust, bubbling,and/or
pitting) of body and bottom. Any sign of deterioration indicates possible tank weak-
ening 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, pressurizing and spraying instruc-
tions 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 pres-
sure (see pressure releasing instructions), empty tank, and proceed with filling, pres-
surizing 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 po-
sition 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.
LOCK-
ING LEVER OPEN HEAD STYLE:
Engage handle in locking hooks then lift locking
lever to its most upright position. Turn pump counterclockwise until prongs are lo-
cated 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 container label.
Strain
solution and fill tank to indicated usable capacity, leaving remaining space for com-
pressed 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 funnel. Turn
clamp clockwise to furthest position under bottom slot, then turn handle clockwise
until tightly locked and sealed in place.
LOCKING 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 pressurize 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 protec-
tion 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 injuring 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 up-
right, 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 discharge thor-
oughly. 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 as-
semble (if applicable).
SK-637-5 R0500
PAINT TANK LABEL
