Harbor Freight Tools 94572 operating instructions Problem Cause, Solution

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IMPORTANT: Improper cleaning is a common reason for the unit not to work properly. Most problems can be avoided or remedied with prompt, thorough cleaning.

Troubleshooting (continued)

Problem

Cause

1.

Low material level

1.

Refill

2. Cup tipped too far

2.

Hold upright

Sputtering Spray

3. Clogged Air Vent

3.

Clean vent hole

Solution

4.

Loose fluid inlet connections

4.

Tighten

 

5.

Dry or loose fluid needle Packing Nut

5.

Lubricate and/or tighten

 

6.

Loose/damaged fluid tip/seat

6.

Adjust or replace

 

 

 

 

 

Will Not Spray

1.

No pressure at gun

1.

Check air hoses

2.

Fluid control not open enough

2.

Open fluid control

 

3.

Fluid too thick

3.

Thin fluid or increase air pressure

 

 

 

 

(within Maximum range)

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

Improper application speed

1.

Move moderately and parallel

Overspray

2.

Improper distance from workpiece

2.

Adjust distance

3.

Too much air pressure

3.

Reduce air pressure

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

Dirty tip

1.

Clean

 

2.

Tight Packing Nut

2.

Loosen Packing Nut

Fluid Tip Leakage

3. Broken fluid needle spring

3.

Replace

 

4.

Worn or damaged tip

4.

Replace tip and/or needle

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

Dirty air valve/seat

1.

Clean

 

2.

Sticking air valve

2.

Lubricate

Air Leaking from

3.

Damaged air valve spring

3.

Replace

4.

Worn/damaged air valve/seat

4.

Replace

Air Cap

5.

Bent valve stem

5.

Replace

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fluid Leaking from

1.

Packing Nut loose

1.

Tighten without restricting

2.

Packing worn or dry

2.

Replace or lubricate (non-silicone)

Packing Nut

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts.

If the steps above do not solve the problem or if the repairs involved are too

complex, contact a qualified technician.

SKU 94572

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Contents PC. Hvlp Spray GUN KIT For technical questions and replacement parts, please callContents Safety Warnings and Precautions SpecificationsRead all instructions before using this tool Save This ManualSKU For technical questions, please call Troubleshooting section at end of manual Unpacking Air Connection Control Layout General tips for Preparation Comparison Conventional versus Hvlp Spray GunsPreparation Fan Direction Fan Direction and Pattern AdjustmentPattern Adjustment To test the viscosity of a material ViscosityTechniques After each use MaintenanceAssembly Diagram And Parts List For 1.4mm Spray Gun Troubleshooting section at end of manual Assembly Diagram And Parts List For 1.0mm Spray GunSpray Pattern Diagnosis ProblemSolution Problem CauseLimited 2 Year Warranty