PROCOAT ™ MAX Owner’s Manual Read this manual for complete instructions Français (page 25) / Español (página 49) Contents 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 Important Safety Information What’s in the Box? Proper Use and Functions Assembly Pressure Relief Procedure Load Material Getting Material to Flow Practice Spraying Clear the Spray Tip Clean the Spray Gun Filter 0811 • Form No.
Important Safety Safety Information Read all safety information before operating the equipment. Save these instructions Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. a) To reduce the risks of fire or explosion, electrical shock and the injury to persons, read and understand all instructions included in this manual. Be familiar with the controls and proper usage of the equipment. Grounding Instructions This product must be grounded.
8. Check hoses and parts for signs of damage, a leak can inject material into the skin. Inspect hose before each use. Replace any damaged hoses or parts. 9. This system is capable of producing 2800 PSI / 193 Bar. Only use replacement parts or accessories that are specified by the manufacturer and that are rated a minimum of 2800 PSI. This includes spray tips, nozzle guards, guns, extensions, fittings, and hose. 10. Always engage the trigger lock when not spraying.
Spray Hose What’s in the box? Sprayer Assembly Handle (comes assembled to the spray gun) *Certain parts of the sprayer will not be assembled out of the box. Be sure to read Assembly instructions, page 6. Spray hose holder Spray Gun Spray gun Cart Spray tip assembly ON / OFF switch PRIME/SPRAY knob Remove the plug from inside the hose fitting. Discard. Cart button (2) Spray hose outlet Pail bracket (five-gallon container) Remove the cap on the spray hose outlet. Discard.
Proper use and functions Start Capability: Sprays a variety of paints (oil-based and latex), primers, stains, preservatives and other nonabrasive materials. Do not use materials with flash points below 70° F (21° C) Do not use! This pump should not be used with textured materials, block filler, lacquers, industrial enamels, or asphalt sealer or materials containing HHC.
1. Assembly Start 1 2 3 You will need: • Adjustable wrench important: Do not plug in the power cord until assembly is complete. Note: It will be much easier to attach the hose to the sprayer if you uncoil it first. English 1. To extend the cart handle, push the two cart buttons and pull the handle out until it locks into place. 2. Thread one end of the spray hose to the outlet valve on the sprayer. 3. Tighten the hose with an adjustable wrench. 4 5 5.
Pressure Relief Procedure* *Perform when instructed Start Important Safety Warning Be careful when handling the spray gun so you don’t accidently spray yourself. The high pressure paint stream could pierce your skin causing serious injury. If an accident happens see detail procedures in the Safety Information section on pages 2-3. See physician immediately and bring this instruction manual.
2. Load Material 1 2 3 PRIME (a) Start You will need: (b) ON • The material you plan to spray • Extension cord • Waste bucket 1. Push the red inlet release button to ensure proper inlet valve operation. 2. Unclip the suction hose and return tube. Place suction hose into material container (a). Place return tube into a waste bucket (b). 4 5 l 3. Plug in the sprayer. Turn the PRIME/SPRAY knob to PRIME. Turn the power ON. 6 O OFF 4.
3. Getting Material to Flow Start 1 2 3 ON You will need: • Scrap material / cardboard • Drop cloths to protect floors and furnishings from overspray Note: Motor will cycle ON and OFF while spraying to regulate pressure. This is normal. l SQUEEZE (a) 1. Rotate spray tip forward to SPRAY position (a). Unlock the spray gun trigger. 4 2. Point the spray gun at a piece of scrap material/cardboard. Squeeze and hold trigger for steps 3-5. 5 3. Turn the power ON. 6 SPRAY MAX 4.
4. Practice Spraying Start Tip: Trigger gun after starting the stroke. Release the trigger before ending the stroke. The spray gun should be moving when the trigger is pulled and released. Overlap each stroke by about 30%. This will ensure an even coating. You will need: • Scrap material / cardboard Notes: If the spray pattern becomes distorted or stops completely while the gun is triggered, follow any or all the procedures listed on pages 12-14.
Spray Technique Tip: correct Flex your wrist as you move in order to keep gun parallel to the surface correct inCorrect Start stroke Pull trigger Move steadily Release trigger End stroke Spray Pattern Overlap Your Strokes GOOD SPRAY PATTERN BAD SPRAY PATTERN: TAILING correct 8” - 10” (20 - 25 cm) ! See page 12-14 11 English
Spraying Troubleshooting - 1 2 Clear the Spray Tip Start Note: If spray tip is difficult to rotate, relieve pressure by 1) slowly turn PRIME/ SPRAY knob to PRIME, 2) unlock the spray gun and 3) squeeze trigger while pointing at scrap material/ cardboard. Release trigger, lock the spray gun, and try rotating spray tip again. You will need: • Scrap material / cardboard Do not attempt to unclog or clean the tip with your finger. High pressure fluid can cause injection injury. 1. Lock the spray gun.
Spraying Troubleshooting Clean the Spray Gun Filter Start • • • • 1 2 3 PRIME You will need: Wrench Warm, soapy water for latex material Mineral spirits for oil based materials Replacement spray gun filter (if necessary) important: Never clean the filter by poking it with a sharp object. (a) 1. Peform the Pressure Relief Procedure, page 7. 2. Pull trigger guard from filter housing. 3. Tighten the wrench over the wrench flats (a). Unscrew the filter housing using a wrench.
Spraying Troubleshooting - 1 2 1. Unscrew the inlet filter from the fitting on the end of the suction tube. 2. Clean the filter using the appropriate cleaning solution (warm, soapy water for latex materials, mineral spirits for oil-based materials). Clean the Inlet Filter Start You will need: • Warm, soapy water for latex material • Mineral spirits for oil based materials important: Make sure your floors and furnishings are covered with drop cloths to prevent accidental drips.
Short Term Storage Start • • • • Shutdown 1 2 3 PRIME You will need: OR Water Plastic bag or bucket Rags Stir stick This procedure should be used when taking a short term break or when ending your project for the day. If your break is longer than 16 hours follow Cleanup instructions, page 16. Instructions are for latex materials only Note: If using oil based material follow instructions for Cleanup on page 16. 1. Peform the Pressure Relief Procedure, page 7. 2.
Cleanup MINERAL SPIRITS Start Cleaning notes - read before cleaning • When using latex material, clean sprayer and components with warm, soapy water. For oil based material use mineral spirits.
5 6 7 8 ON PRIME 5. Remove the inlet filter from the suction tube and place it into waste container. 6. Thread pump cleaning adapter onto garden hose. Thread suction tube fitting over the adapter. 9 7. Unclip the return tube from the suction tube and place it into the waste container. Turn the PRIME/SPRAY knob to PRIME. 10 l 8. Turn the water supply to the garden hose on. Turn the pump ON. Water will go into the suction tube and out through the return tube.
Cleanup Oil-Based Materials Start 1 2 3 2. Remove the spray tip and place into an empty waste container. 3. Submerge suction set into a bucket with the appropriate cleaning solution. PRIME You will need: • Mineral spirits if using oil-based material • Warm, soapy water if using latex material • Waste container Follow these steps if you sprayed oil-based materials, or if you sprayed latex materials and do not have a garden hose available.
Cleaning the Spray Gun Components Start • • • • • 1 2 3 PRIME You will need: Soft bristled brush Multi-Purpose Oil Warm, soapy water if using latex material Mineral spirits for oil based material Wrench (a) 1. Peform the Pressure Relief Procedure, page 7. 4 2. Pull trigger guard to separate from filter housing and unscrew housing using a wrench. Note: Tighten the wrench over the wrench flats (a). 5 6 5. Install gun filter taperedend first. Reassemble spray gun. 6.
Long Term Storage 1 2 3 (a) You will need: Start MULTI-PURPOSE OIL • Multi-Purpose Oil • Rags important: Store the unit indoors with the power cord wrapped around the handle. 4 MULTI-PURPOSE 5 5 SECONDS l 4. Cover the outlet valve with a rag. Turn power ON and let the pump run for five seconds. 3. Careully tilt the sprayer upside-down. Squirt approximately 2 ounces of MultiPurpose Oil into the inlet fitting. 2. Remove the suction tube. Using a wrench, remove the spray hose.
Replacing Outlet Valve Cleaning or Replacing Inlet Valve Replacement of the outlet valve may be necessary if spray performance remains poor after following steps in the Fix Spraying Problems section. Replacement valves can be ordered by calling the customer service number found on page 1. Cleaning or replacing the inlet valve may be necessary if spray performance remains poor after following steps in the Fix Spraying Problems section.
Troubleshooting Before servicing, always release system pressure by following Pressure Relief Procedure (page 7). Problem A: The sprayer does not start 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Problem E: The spray gun leaks 1. 2. Cause Gun filter housing is loose Internal parts of spray gun are worn or dirty Solution Tighten handle Take sprayer to Wagner Authorized Service Center Problem F: The spray tip assembly leaks 1. 2. Cause The spray tip was assembled incorrectly Gun seal is worn Solution Check tip assembly and assemble properly see page 20, steps 6-7 Replace the seal* Problem G: The spray gun will not spray 1. 2. 3. 4.
Parts List • Liste de Pièces • Lista de Piezas Sprayer • Pulvérisateur • Rociador 6 7 9 4 8 1 2 5 3 English Français Español 72
Item Article Articulo 1 2 Part No. No de piéce Pieza No.
Parts List • Liste de Pièces • Lista de piezas Spray Gun • Pistolet • Pistola 3 1 5 6 2 4 7 Item Article Articulo Part No. No de piéce Pieza No.
Tip/Filter Accessories • Accessoires de buse/filtre • Accesorios de punta/filtro English - All spray tips and filters listed below are sold separately. Spray Tip Part No. Tip Size* 0501411 411 0501511 511 0501413 413 0501513 513 0501415 415 0501515 515 Spray Gun filters Part No.
Limited Warranty GARANTIE LIMITÉE GARANTÍA LIMITADA AIRLESS PAINT SPRAY EQUIPMENT MATÉRIEL DE PULVÉRISATION DE PEINTURE SANS AIR EQUIPO DE ATOMIZACIÓN DE PINTURA SIN AIRE This product, manufactured by Wagner Spray Tech Corporation (Wagner), is warranted to the original retail purchaser against defects in material and workmanship for one year from date of purchase.
