Harbor Freight Tools 43760 operating instructions Solvent Selection, After each use

IMPORTANT: The Spray Gun must be cleaned IMMEDIATELY after use. Improper cleaning is a common reason for the Spray Gun not to work properly. Materials dry quickly which will render the gun useless.

It is extremely difficult to remove dry paint from small passages within the Gun.

Maintenance

SOLVENT SELECTION

Always follow the paint manufacturer’s recommendations for cleaning, solvent type,

and disposing of used solvent.

Latex Paints: DO NOT USE LATEX PAINTS WITH THIS PRODUCT.

Oil Based Paints: Use mineral spirits.

IF A FLAMMABLE SOLVENT NEEDS TO BE USED, ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING:

1.Follow all of the solvent manufacturer’s clean up instructions and safety precautions at all times.

2. Always flush the Spray Gun a full hose length from the air compressor.

3. If collecting flushed solvents into a metal container, transfer into a larger nonmetal container, and flush the metal container.

4. Work far away from any ignition sources in a vapor free area.

After each use:

1.Empty the Paint Cup (43) and clean it with the solvent.

2.Fill the Paint Cup (43) with solvent and spray it through the Gun into a container, while shaking the gun. Once the Paint Cup (43) is empty, repeat the process until the solvent comes out clean.

Disconnect from the air source. After disconnecting, be aware that air pressure may still remain in the Spray Gun. Point the Gun into the spent solvent container and squeeze the Trigger again to make sure no air remains.

3.Remove the Air Cap and soak it in solvent until it is clean. Use an old toothbrush and toothpicks to remove any material. Do not use metal objects to clean the Air Cap or you may damage the drilled passages. Inspect the fluid needle and make sure it is not bent. If it is bent, have it replaced by a certified service technician.

Warning!! Do not immerse the Spray Gun Body in solvent!

4.Use the appropriate solvent (depending on the material sprayed) to wipe down the Gun body.

5.Always lubricate the Spray Gun after cleaning. You may use a non-silicon oil or a light lubricant on all threaded connections prior to storing the unit.

6.Disposal: After cleaning your Spray Gun, properly dispose of your cleaning solutions according to the solution manufacturer’s direction and local hazardous waste standards.

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