Owners Manual 333394E EN Project Series Paint Sprayers Important Safety Instructions Read all warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit, including the power cord. Be familiar with the controls and the proper usage of the equipment. Save these instructions. Scan QR code for operational video. WARNING WARNING To avoid fire and explosion, use only water-based or oil-based (mineral spirit-type) materials with flash point greater than 100° F (38° C).
Contents Contents Important User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Component Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Start Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Important User Information Important User Information Thank You for Your Purchase! Before using your sprayer read this Owners Manual for complete instructions on proper use and safety warnings. Congratulations! You have purchased a high-quality paint sprayer made by Graco Inc. This sprayer is designed to provide superior spray performance with water-based and oil-based (mineral spirit-type) architectural paints and coatings.
Important Safety Information Important Safety Information The following warnings are for the setup, use, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. The exclamation point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbols refer to procedure-specific risks. When these symbols appear in the body of this manual or on warning labels, refer back to these Warnings. Product-specific hazard symbols and warnings not covered in this section may appear throughout the body of this manual where applicable.
Important Safety Information WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD SKIN INJECTION HAZARD High-pressure spray is able to inject toxins into the body and cause serious bodily injury. In the event that injection occurs, get immediate surgical treatment. Flammable fumes, such as solvent and paint fumes, in work area can ignite or explode. To help prevent fire and explosion: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Sprayer generates sparks. Do not spray or flush with flammable liquids.
Important Safety Information WARNING WARNING EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZZARD • • • • • • • • Misuse can cause death or serious injury. Always wear appropriate gloves, eye protection, and a respirator or mask when painting. Do not operate or spray near children. Keep children away from equipment at all times. Do not overreach or stand on an unstable support. Keep effective footing and balance at all times. Stay alert and watch what you are doing.
Component Identification Component Identification P M N A B J Prime Pump C Spray D L F E H G K ti23339a A B C D E F G H Cup Cover FlexLiner Cup Support VacuValve Cap VacuValve Air Hole VacuValve Reservoir Strainer Spray Tip Holder 333394E J K L M N P Prime Pump/Spray Knob Power Cord Sprayer Trigger Dual Speed Control, HIGH/LOW Switch (Not available on all units) Spray Tip, Black (12-inch pattern) Spray Tip, Gray (4-inch pattern) Spray Tip Guard 7
Start Up Start Up 2. Use only water-based or oil-based (mineral spirit-type) materials with a flash point greater than 100° F (38° C). Do not use materials which state “FLAMMABLE” on the packaging. For more information about your material, request MSDS from distributor or retailer. When spraying oil-based material, use outdoors or in a well-ventilated indoor area with a flow of fresh air. Keep spray area well-ventilated. Keep a good supply of fresh air moving through the area.
Start Up 5. Gently squeeze FlexLiner to evacuate air through VacuValve just until you see material in the VacuValve reservoir. NOTE: To evacuate the maximum amount of air out of the FlexLiner, slightly tilt the sprayer so the VacuValve is the highest point. ti23354a 9. Turn Prime Pump/Spray knob forward to spray position. Spray ti23345b 6. Stop squeezing the FlexLiner and snap the VacuValve cap closed. You will hear the cap click when it is closed properly. ti23288a 10.
Start Up • Make sure all the air is out of the FlexLiner and the VacuValve cap is properly closed. • Make certain the Prime Pump/Spray knob is in the Spray position. Spray Refilling FlexLiner If sprayer runs out of paint simply separate the cup support from the cup cover/sprayer and refill the FlexLiner. 1. Unplug sprayer from power source. 2. Separate the cup support from the cup cover/sprayer. Set the sprayer upside down on a flat surface. This will keep the wet paint in the cup cover.
How to Spray How to Spray Take a few moments prior to spraying and review these simple tips to ensure your spraying project is a success. Dual Speed Control (Not available on all units) The speed control feature allows you to slow down or speed up when spraying. • Turn the dual speed control to LOW to slow down the speed of application when first learning to spray or when spraying small items that require more control.
How to Spray Triggering Sprayer Pull trigger after starting stroke. Release trigger before end of stroke. Sprayer must be moving when trigger is pulled and released. When spraying vertical corners turn spray tip guard to the horizontal orientation and move sprayer up and down. Spray Pattern Quality A good spray pattern is evenly distributed as it hits the surface. If tails persist, material may need to be thinned. If material needs to be thinned follow manufacturers recommendations.
Cleanup Cleanup Use only water-based or oil-based (mineral spirit-type) materials with flash point greater than 100° F (38° C). Do not use materials which state “FLAMMABLE” on the packaging. For more information about your material, request MSDS from distributor or retailer. Clean in a well-ventilated area. Keep a good supply of fresh air moving through the area. To avoid serious injury or damage to equipment, do not expose the sprayer electronics to cleaning fluids. Keep sprayer at least 10 in.
Cleanup 3. Set the sprayer upside down on a flat surface. This will keep the wet paint in the cup cover. Return excess material to original container. Hold the FlexLiner in place when pouring. 8. Make certain the Prime Pump/Spray knob is in the Prime Pump position (pointed down). On models with a dual speed control switch, set speed control to HIGH. ti23384a 9. ti23387a 4. You can either dispose of the used FlexLiner and install a new FlexLiner or clean a used FlexLiner. 5.
Cleanup eral spirits). A soft brush can be used to loosen and remove dried material if needed. NOTICE The spray tip guard is permanently attached to the sprayer. Removal will result in damage to the sprayer. ti23389a 13. Release the trigger. While holding sprayer upside down over a waste pail open the VacuValve cap. Gently squeeze FlexLiner until cleaning fluid comes out of the VacuValve reservoir. ti23404a 17. Use a soft cloth to clean the cup support and cup cover. 14.
Cleanup Cleaning VacuValve The VacuValve is an important part of your sprayer and it should be cleaned after every use. 1. Remove VacuValve cap from cup cover and clean it. 2. Clean VacuValve reservoir in lid. 3. Clean VacuValve air hole. If VacuValve air hole becomes clogged, use a paper clip to clean the hole.
Storage Storage NOTICE Failure to store sprayer with Pump Armor will result in operational problems the next time you spray. Always circulate Pump Armor through the sprayer after cleaning. Water or solvents other than mineral spirits left in the sprayer will corrode and damage the pump. Pump Armor fluid protects the sprayer while in storage. It helps protect sprayer against freezing and corrosion when not in use. 1. Clean the sprayer and cup assembly. See Cleanup, page 13. 2.
Common Procedures Common Procedures Installing Spray Tips 3. Pull the spray tip straight out of the spray tip guard. Install Spray Tip 1. While holding the spray tip 90 degrees from either the SPRAY or UNCLOG position, align spray tip locking tab with the locking tab slot in the spray tip guard. Two spray tips are available for use with this sprayer. The black tip produces a 12-inch wide spray pattern. The gray tip produces a 4-inch wide spray pattern. 2.
Common Procedures Unclogging Spray Tip 4. On units with speed control switch, move speed control switch to HIGH setting. In the event that particles or debris clog the spray tip, this sprayer is designed with a reversible spray tip that quickly and easily clears the particles without disassembling the sprayer. 1. Perform Pressure Relief Procedure, page 13. 2. To unclog spray tip, turn Prime Pump/Spray knob down to Prime Pump position. ti23359a 5.
Common Procedures Flushing a New Sprayer This sprayer arrives from the factory with a small amount of test material in the system. It is important that you flush this material from the sprayer before using it for the first time. 1. Remove cup assembly from the sprayer by turning counter clockwise and pulling down. ti23361a 4. Fill FlexLiner with water. ti23249b 2. Unscrew cup cover from the cup support. ti23383a 5. Securely tighten cup cover onto cup support.
Common Procedures 6. Align VacuValve on cup cover with Prime Pump/Spray knob. Push cup assembly onto sprayer and twist clockwise to lock. 10. Turn Prime Pump/Spray knob forward to SPRAY position. Rotate spray tip 180 degrees to UNCLOG position. ti23258b 7. Plug sprayer into power source. 8. Make certain the Prime Pump/Spray knob is in the Prime Pump position (pointed down). On models with a dual speed control switch, set speed control to HIGH. 9.
Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Models 16Y385, 16Y386, 17A466 13b 8 13a 19 10 12 9 6 5 1 4 2 24 3 18 15 22 17 7 8 20 19 16 14 ti23460a 26 ti23568a 22 333394E
Replacement Parts Parts List- Models 16Y385, 16Y386, 17A466 If you have this model sprayer Ref. Order Part Number Description 1 Kit, pump Complete pump assembly includes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Pump housing includes 2, 3, 5 Complete pump assembly includes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Pump housing includes 2, 3, 5 2 O-ring 3 Strainer 4 Kit, needle assembly includes 5 and spray tip 17A222 5 Kit, pump outlet 6 Prime Pump/Spray valve 7 Kit, Prime Pump/Spray knob includes qty. 1 of ref.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Have a Question? Check everything in this Troubleshooting Table before you bring the sprayer to an authorized service center. Call Us Toll-Free: 1-888-541-9788 or visit us at: www.graco.com Sprayer Diagnostics Problem Cause Solution Sprayer makes no sound Power supply. when trigger is pulled Motor has overheated. Verify power to sprayer. Wait 20-30 minutes for motor to cool. Electronic control failure. Replace electronic control.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Sprayer sprays with poor Spray tip is partially clogged. results Spray tip is not in correct position See Unclogging Spray Tip, page 19. Rotate spray tip to SPRAY position. Incorrect spray tip for application of Install different size spray tip. material. See Installing Spray Tips, page 18. Spray tip is worn or damaged Replace spray tip. See Installing Spray Tips, page 18. Material being sprayed is aerated Do NOT shake material. Stir the because it was shaken.
Troubleshooting Spray Pattern Diagnostics Problem Cause Spray pattern is pulsating: Spray pattern has tails: ti15526a Spray pattern has dripping/sagging: Spray pattern is too narrow: ti15523a ti15523a Spray pattern is too wide: Solution Operator is moving too fast while spraying. Slow speed of movement. Spray tip is clogged. Unclog spray tip or clean spray tip see Unclogging Spray Tip, page 19. Speed control switch is set to LOW.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Spray pattern “spits” at the end or beginning: ti15525a ti15525a Spray tip continues to drip or ooze material after trigger is released: Excess material has accumulated on spray tip guard assembly or spray tip is partially clogged. Spray tip not inserted completely into spray tip guard. Spray tip is worn. Spray tip is worn. Spray tip not inserted completely into spray tip guard. Solution Clean spray tip guard. See Unclogging Spray Tip, page 19.
Technical Data Technical Data Hand-Held Sprayer U.S. Max Working Pressure TrueCoat 360 TrueCoat 360 DS/DSP Maximum Amperage Weight Dimensions: Length Width Height Storage Temperature Range ◆❖ Operating Temperature Range ✔ Storage Humidity Range Power Cord Electrical Power Requirement Duty Cycle Maximum tip orifice Metric 1200 psi 1300 psi 2.5 Amps 3.5 lb (18 in.cord) 8.3 MPa, 83 bar 9 MPa, 90 bar 2.5 Amps 1.6 kg (45 cm cord) 12.50 in. 5.25 in. 9.75 in.
Graco Limited Warranty Graco Limited Warranty Graco warrants to the original purchaser that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase when operated and maintained in accordance with Graco's written recommendations and instructions. This product is designed and intended for personal, non-income producing, household purposes only.
All written and visual data contained in this document reflects the latest product information available at the time of publication. Graco reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice. Original instructions. This manual contains English. MM 333394 Graco Headquarters: Minneapolis International Offices: Belgium, China, Japan, Korea GRACO INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES • P.O. BOX 1441 • MINNEAPOLIS MN 55440-1441 • USA Copyright 2014, Graco Inc.
