B.
Preset pressure control by turning the pressure control knob counterclockwise to lowest setting.
C. Place on-off switch in the off position.
D.
Be sure to fill the Wet Cup 1/3 full with Piston Seal Lubricant.
Step
2E: ELECTRIC MOTOR
A.
Check el.ectrical service. Be sure it is 120V 15 amp minimum and that outlet is properly grounded.
B.
Plug electrical cord into a grounded outlet that is at least 25' from the spray area. Make
certain
that
all
extension
cords
are
a
three
wire,
12
gauge
minimum
cord
with
a
grounded
plug.
Never
remove
third
prong
or
use
an
adaptor.
Never
exceed
150'
of
extension
cord.
C. If a secondary hose and gun is not installed be sure the plug is secure.
D.
Place the suction tube into container containing mineral spirits.
Step
2G:
GAS
ENGINE (Where
Applicable)
A.
Check
the
engine
oil level. For instructions refer to the engine manual
supplied.
B.
Fill
the
gas
tank. Be sure the engine is cool. Refueling a hot engine
could cause a fire. Close the black fuel shut off lever located under the
air cleaner.
Use
unleaded
high
quality
gasoline.
C. If a secondary hose and gun is not installed, be sure the plug is secure.
D.
Place the suction tube into container containing mineral spirits.
E.
Open the fuel shut off lever by pushing it in the direction of the arrow.
F.
Move the throttle lever away from fuel tank.
G. Close the engine choke lever, located beneath the air cleaner.
H. Turn the engine switch on.
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pressure relief prime valve down to
prime position.
Lock position
/
I.
Pull the starter rope. Holding the frame with one hand, pull the rope
rapidly and firmly. Continue to hold the rope as you let
it
return. Pull and
return rope until engine starts.
Remove Tip and Safety Guard
when flushing
Step
3: Flush oil out of new paint pump: Oil is used by the factory for testing and protection. It is necessary to flush out with
mineral spirits before you begin to spray.
A.
Pour 1/2 gallon mineral spirits into a metal container and insert syphon and return tube.
B.
Turn pressure relief prime valve down
to
prime position and tum unit on. Increase pressure slightly. Let solvent
cycle for approximately
30 seconds. Then tilt syphon tube above container and let the sprayer pump itself dry.
Then turn unit off.
If you are going to use water based paints, repeat procedure using water.
Step
4: Prepare the paint according to manufacturers recommendations. Remove any skin that may have formed and stir.
Strain the paint through a fine nylon mesh bag
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remove particles that could clog spray tip.
Step
5: Place syphon and return tubes into paint container.
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pressure relief priming knob, located on side of pump,
down for priming.
Step
6: Turn sprayer on and turn up pressure slightly. Let circulate
on
prime until no bubbles filter up through the paint.
Step
7: Hold gun firmly against a metal container, disengage trigger lock and trigger gun against side of container. Then,
while gun is triggered, turn the pressure relief valve to the spray position. Keep the guri triggered until
all the air is
forced out of the system and the paint flows freely. Release the trigger and engage gun safety lock; set gun down
while unit pressurizes.
Step
8: Check for leaks.
If
any leaks occur, follow the proper pressure relief procedure before tightening.
Step
9: Turn off sprayer and relieve pressure by turning pressure relief prime knob to prime.
Step
10: With gun trigger lock engaged, install tip and guard
as
instructed in separate tip
or
gun manual. ยท
Step
11: Turn sprayer on and rotate the pressure relief prime valve to the spray position.
Step
12: Test oh cardboard to check spray pattern. Adjust pressure just until the spray from gun is completely atomized.
CLEANING PROCEDURE
WARNING:
High
pressure
device
-
Follow
all
safety
warnings
located
on
sprayer
and
in
the
owner's
manual.
Always
clean
using
low
pressure,
with
the
spray
tip
removed.
Always
flush
into
a separate
metal
container
away
from
the
sprayer.
Never
clean
the
exterior
of
the
pump
while
the
pump
is
plugged
in
or
operating.
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