TROUBLESHOOTING - SPRAY PATTERN

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.

The illustrations below resemble symptoms of spray pattern problems.

Refer to the illustration your Spray Gun may be experiencing. Then refer to the

“Possible Causes” and “Possible Solutions” sections.

Problem

 

Possible Causes

 

Possible Solutions

 

1.

Fluid Control Screw (19) is

1.

Open Fluid Control Screw

 

 

partially closed.

 

(19).

 

2.

Fluid is too thick.

2.

Thin material according to

 

 

 

 

manufacturer’s instructions.

 

3.

Air pressure is too low.

3.

Adjust Air Control Lever (13).

 

1.

Air pressure is too high.

1.

Adjust Air Control Lever (13).

 

2.

Not enough fluid.

2.

Refill Cup (27).

 

3.

Fluid Control Screw (19) open

3.

Partially close Fluid Control

 

 

too much.

 

Screw (19).

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

Air Nozzle (4) plugged.

1.

Clean Air Nozzle (4).

 

2.

Air Nozzle (4) loose, or dirty

2.

Clean and tighten.

 

 

Seat.

 

 

 

3.

Dried material on fluid tip.

3.

Use a non-metallic point to

 

 

 

 

clean the Air Nozzle (4).

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

Dirt on one side of the fluid

1.

Clean the fluid tip.

 

 

tip.

 

 

 

2.

Holes on one side of the Air

2.

Use a non-metallic point to

 

 

Nozzle (4) are plugged.

 

clean the Air Nozzle (4).

 

 

 

 

 

Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power supply before service. If the steps above do not solve the problem, or if the repairs involved are too complex, contact a qualified service technician.

SKU 97750

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

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Chicago Electric 97750 operating instructions Troubleshooting Spray Pattern, Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions