Startup
Use this procedure each time you start the sprayer to help ensure the sprayer is ready to operate and that you start it safely.
NOTE: If this is a
1. Open pressure drain valve (A). See Fig. 8.
2. Don’t install spray tip until pump is primed!
3. Put suction hose or tube (C) into paint. If you are pumping from a 1 gallon (5 liter) pail, push drain hose (D) down below top of pail to avoid splashing paint when drain valve is opened.
4.Turn pressure knob (E) to minimum setting.
5.Disengage gun safety latch. See Fig. 4.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of damage to the displacement pump packings, never run the pump without fluid in it for more than 30 seconds.
6.To prime pump, turn sprayer ON/OFF switch (F) ON. Slowly increase pressure until sprayer starts. When fluid comes from pressure drain valve, close valve.
1 Shown in closed, or spray position.
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2 | Open, or drain position | – |
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