Table of Contents | Graco 16H243, 262612, 16H241, 16H245, 16H242

Table of Contents

Warnings	. 3	Getting Started with Basic Techniques	14
Grounding Instructions	. 3	Triggering Sprayer	14
Component Identification	. 7	Aiming Sprayer	14
Charging the Battery	. 8	Unclogging Spray Tip/Guard Assembly	15
Charger Status Indicator Lights	. 8	Shutdown and Cleaning	16
Sprayer Status Indicator	. 8	Flushing Sprayer	16
Common Procedures	. 9	Cleaning Sprayer Exterior	18
Trigger Lock	. 9	Fine Finish Tip Wear	18
Prime/Pressure Relief Valve Position	. 9	Storage	18
Pressure Relief Procedure	. 9	Replacement Parts and Kits	19
Spray Tip Position	. 9	Parts List	20
Setting Hi/Lo Switch (Motor Speed)	10	Alternate Priming Method	23
Adjusting Pressure	10	Inlet Valve Removal/Service	24
Setup	11	Outlet Valve Repair	25
Flexible Suction Tube	11	Troubleshooting	26
Sprayer Setup	12	Technical Data	29
Starting a New Job (or Refilling the Cup)	13	Preferred Material Settings Log	30
Reversible Tip Selection Chart	13	Notes	31
Install Tip/Guard Assembly (if not installed)	14	Graco Standard Warranty	32

Important User Information

Before using your sprayer read this Operation Manual for complete instructions on proper use and safety warnings.

DO NOT RETURN THIS SPRAYER TO THE STORE!

If you experience problems, contact Graco Customer Service at www.graco.com.

Congratulations! You have purchased a high-quality paint sprayer made by Graco Inc. This sprayer is designed to provide superior spray performance with all architectural paints and coatings. This user information is intended to help you understand the types of materials that can be used with your sprayer.

Before using this equipment, be sure to read and follow the information on your container label and ask for a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) from your supplier. The container label and MSDS will explain the contents of the material and the specific precautions related to it.

Paints, coatings and clean-up materials generally fit into one of the following 3 basic categories:

WATER-BASED:The container label should indicate that the material can be cleaned up with soap and water. Your sprayer is compatible with this type of material. Your sprayer is NOT compatible with harsh cleaners such as chlorine bleach.

OIL-BASED:The container label should indicate that the material is combustible and can be cleaned up with mineral spirits or paint thinner. The MSDS must indicate that the flash point of the material is above 100° F. Your sprayer is compatible with this type of material. Use oil-based material outdoors or in a well-ventilated indoor area with a flow of fresh air. See the safety warnings in this manual.

FLAMMABLE: This type of material contains flammable solvents such as xylene, toluene, naphtha, MEK, lacquer thinner, acetone, denatured alcohol, and turpentine. The container label should indicate that this material is FLAM- MABLE. Your sprayer is compatible with this type of material. Use flammable materials outdoors or in a well-venti- lated indoor area with a flow of fresh air. See the safety warnings in this manual.

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