Optional Hopper Assembly

CONVERTING SPRAYER FOR HOPPER OPERATION

The hopper assembly consists of the hopper, hopper return tube and hopper screen. To make the conversion:

1.Remove suction tube and return tube and brass return tube fitting from the unit.

2.To convert the cart into its horizontal configuration as shown in Figure 49, reverse the positions of the handle and pail bracket.

3.Screw the hopper directly onto the inlet valve where the suction tube was removed. Make the connection hand tight, just tight enough to prevent paint leakage or air suction around the threads.

Hopper Return Tube

Hopper

Figure 49 - Optional Hopper

4.Screw in the plastic return tube fitting into the paint pump port that the brass fitting was removed from. Attach hopper return tube to the fitting where the suction set return tube was removed. The connec- tion needs to be only hand tight.

5.Fit the hopper screen into the bottom of the hopper, being sure it is properly seated.

NOTE: The hopper screen is essential to trap debris and other foreign objects from entering the pump. Do not operate the sprayer without the screen properly in place.

Cleaning Hopper Unit

To clean the hopper unit:

1.Flush the pump and hose with water or solvent following the same procedure as with the suction tube, being sure the return tube is thoroughly flushed out.

2.Clean the hopper screen with water or appropriate solvent. If necessary use a nylon or natural bristle brush dipped in solvent or soapy water.

3.Wash the hopper thoroughly using soapy water for latex paint, the appropriate solvent with other materials.