Graco 3A2587H manual

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    3A2587H Operation - Repair - Parts Electric Hand-Held Paint Sprayers - For portable spray applications of ar chitectural paints and coatings only - - Not approved for use in expl osive atmosphere locations - All Models: Maximum Working Pressure 2000 psi (14 MPa, 138 bar) IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all warnings and in structions in this manu[...]

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    Table of Contents 2 3A2587H Table of Contents Important User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Before using your sprayer re ad this Operation Manual for complete instruction s on proper use and safety warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Compon[...]

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    Warnings 3A2587H 3 Warnings The following warnings are fo r the setup, use, maintenanc e, and repair of this equipment. The exclamation point symbol alerts you to a general warn ing and the hazard sy mbols refer to procedure-specific risks. Wh en these sym- bols appear in the body of this manual or on war ning labels, refer back to these Warnings. [...]

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    Warnings 4 3A2587H FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Flammable fu mes, such a s solvent an d paint fume s, in work area can ignite or explode. To help prevent fire and expl osion: • Sprayer generates sparks. Do not spray or flush with flammable liqui ds. • Use only water-b ased or oil-based (min eral spirit -type) materials with a flash point greater t[...]

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    Warnings 3A2587H 5 EQUIPMENT MI SUSE HAZARD Misuse can cause death or serious injury. • Always wear appropriate gloves, eye pr otection, and a respirator or mask when pa inting. • Do not operate or spray near child ren. Keep children away from equipment at all times. • Do not overreach or stan d on an unstable support. Keep effective footing [...]

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    Component Identification 6 3A2587H Component Identification *NOTE: Spray tip filter is reve rse-threaded. Tur n left (or count er-clockwise ) to tighten, turn right (or clockwise) to loosen. H C *B F A K D M N J E R P ti18911a G L S T A Spray Tip/Guard Assembly *B Spray Tip Filter (Reverse Threaded) C Air Vent Valve D Flexibl e Suction Tube E Pump [...]

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    Using Electrical Cords 3A2587H 7 Using Electrical Cords Grounding and Electrical Requirements This 120 Vac sprayer requ ires a 120 Vac, 60 Hz, 15A circuit with a g rounding receptacle. Never use an outlet th at is not grounded or an adapter. Do not use the sprayer if the electrical cord has a da m- aged ground prong. Power Cord Extension Cord Requi[...]

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    Common Procedures 8 3A2587H Common Procedures Trigger Lock Prime/Spray Valve Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure whenever you see this symbol. Pressure Relief Procedure 1. Engage trigger lock. 2. Put prime/spray valve UP to release pressure . Always engage the trigger lo ck when you stop spraying to prevent th e sprayer fr om being trig gered acci[...]

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    Common Procedures 3A2587H 9 Reversible Spray Tip In the event that particles or debris clog the spray tip, this sprayer is designed with a reve rsible spray tip that can be used to qu ickly and easily clear th e particles and resume sp raying as qui ckly as po ssible. • Always point the reversible spray tip forward when spraying . • When partic[...]

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    Overheating Protection 10 3A2587H Overheating Protection The motor has a built-in fea ture to protect itself from overuse. If the moto r stops , the thermal switch has tripped. Do not return sprayer to store. The motor will operate normally after co oling for 20-30 minu tes. For best results, do not sp ray mo re than one cup of water through the ti[...]

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    Starting a New Job (o r Refilling the Materia l Cup) 3A2587H 11 Starting a New Job (or Refilling the Material Cup) 1. Engage trigge r lock and p ut prime/spra y valve UP to release pressure . 2. Install material cup lin er, fill with ma terial, and thread on to sprayer. 3. To fill sprayer with fluid, disengage trigger lock and trigger sprayer for 1[...]

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    Choosing the Correct Tip 12 3A2587H Choosing the Correct Tip Understanding Tip Number The last three digits of tip number (i.e.: X XX515 ) con- tains information about hole size a nd fan width on sur- face when gun is held 12 in. (30.5 cm) from surface being sprayed. Example: For a 10 - 12 in. (254 - 305 mm ) fan width and a 0.015 in (0.38 mm) hole[...]

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    Install Spray Tip/Guard Assembly (i f not installed) 3A2587H 13 Install Spray Tip/Guard Assembly (if not installed) 1. Engage trigger lock and put prime/spray valve UP to release pressure. 2. Install spray tip filter to spray tip/guard assembly. NOTE: Spray tip filter is reverse-threaded. Turn left (or counter-clockwise) to install. Turn right (or [...]

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    Unclogging Spray Ti p/Guard Assembly 14 3A2587H Aiming Sprayer Aim spray tip of sprayer at bottom edge of previous stroke, overlapping each stroke by half. Spray Pattern Quality A good spray pattern is evenly distributed as it hits the sur- face. Adjust pressure control knob so pressure is just high enough to spray without “tails”. If tails per[...]

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    Shutdown and Cleaning 3A2587H 15 Shutdown and Cleaning The motor has a built-in featur e to protect itself from overuse. If the motor stops, the thermal switch has tripped. Do not return sprayer to store. The motor will operate normally after cooling for 20-3 0 minutes. For best results, do not spray more than one cup of water through the tip while[...]

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    Shutdown and Cleaning 16 3A2587H 8. Disconnect trigger lock and trigger sprayer for approxi- mately 15 seconds. Engage trigger lock. 9. Discard contaminated fluid and refill with appropriate flushing fluid. 10. Disengage trigger lock, reverse spray tip to UNCLOG position, and pull trigger for 5 seconds to prime sprayer. 11. Put prime/spray valve DO[...]

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    Storage 3A2587H 17 Cleaning Sprayer Exterior • Wipe paint off outside of sprayer using a soft cloth moistened with water o r flushing fluid. Do NOT submerge the spr ayer. Do NOT use solv ents with a flash point greater than 100° F (38° C). Storage 1. Lift valve UP to the pr ime position. Remove material cup and flexible suc tion tube. 2. Remove[...]

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    Replacement Parts 18 3A2587H Replacement Parts Models 16N658, 16N6 59, 16N673, 17C810 ti19438c 3 51 52 53 23 22 21 20 1 2 54 55 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 19 18 5 6 7 8 9 10 24 25 32 34 50 31 58 30 29 28 27 26 37 33 36 35 40 41 59 32 38 47 42 43 44 45 49 48 45 44 7 60 34 61 ti19438a 23 23[...]

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    Replacement Parts 3A2587H 19 Parts List - Models 16N658, 16N659, 16N673, 17C810 Ref. If you have this model sprayer (model number is the same as the part number, which is below the handle) Order Part Number: Description 1 All models 243103 Pump Armor (32 oz) 2 All models 16M816 Startup/Storage Kit 3 Model 16N673, 17C810 24F078 Storage Case (Not inc[...]

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    Replacement Parts 20 3A2587H Parts List - Models 16N658, 16N659, 16N673, 17C810 (Continued) Ref. If you have this model sprayer (model number is the same as the part number, which is below the handle) Order Part Number: Description 28 All models 16M864 Reciprocator Assembl y Kit (includes parts 20, 2 8, 44, 55) 29 All mod els 115263 Motor Mount Scr[...]

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    Inlet Valve Fitting Removal/Service 3A2587H 21 Inlet Valve Fitting Removal/Service 1. Engage trigger lock and pull prime/spray valve UP to release pressure. 2. Remove material cup, flexible suction tube, and unplug. 3. Hold sprayer upside-down and use wrench to loosen and remove inlet valve fitting, inlet valve, and spring. NOTE: Make sure the spri[...]

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    Outlet Valve Fitting Rep air 22 3A2587H Outlet Valve Fitting Repair NOTE: Before doing any repair to pump, perform Flushing Sprayer procedur e, page 15. Removal 1. Engage t rigger loc k and pull prime/spray valve UP to release pressure. 2. Unplug sp rayer. 3. Remove outlet valve fitting access plug. 4. Use tool (supplied) to loosen an d remove outl[...]

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    General Service 3A2587H 23 General Service See manual 3A1884 (available at www.graco.com) for complete instructions on properly servicing your spraye r. If you have opened the sprayer clamshell and do not have access to manual 3A1884, follow the instructions below to reduce the risk of errors when assembling the sprayer clamshell. Wiring Align swit[...]

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    Troubleshooting 24 3A2587H Troubleshooting Check everything in this Troubleshooting Table before you bring the sprayer to an authorized service center. This equipment stays pressuriz ed until pressure is manually relieved. To help prevent serious injury from pressurized fluid, such as skin injectio n, splashing fluid and moving parts, follow the Pr[...]

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    Troubleshooti ng 3A2587H 25 Spray Pattern Diagnostics Sprayer sprays with poor results Spray tip is partially clogged See Unclogging Spray Tip/Guard Assembly , page 14. Spray tip is not in correct position Rotate spray tip to SPRAY position. Incorrect spray tip for application of material. See Reversible Sp ray Tip Selection Chart, page 12. Spray t[...]

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    Troubleshooting 26 3A2587H Spray pattern is too narrow: Sprayer is too close to target surface. Move sprayer away from surface 10 in. (25 cm) Incorrect spray tip for application of mater ial. See Reversible Spray Tip Selection Chart, page 12. Spray tip is worn or damaged. Replace spray tip. See Install Spray Tip/Guard Assembly , page 13. Spray patt[...]

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    Troubleshooti ng 3A2587H 27 Troubleshooting Leaks Problem Cause Solution Sprayer is leaking fluid at Points A Spray/tip guard assembly is loose. Tighten spray/tip gua rd assembly. O-ring inside needle assembly is worn out. Replace o-ring (108 195). Sprayer is leaking fluid at Point B O-ring on rear of needle assembly is worn out. Replace o-ring (10[...]

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    Technica l Data 28 3A2587H Technical Data Hand-Held Sprayer ( Models: 16N673, 16N659) U.S. Metric Adjustable Pressure Range 1000 - 2000 psi 7 - 14 MPa, 69 - 138 bar Maximum Amperage 4 Amps 4 Amps Weight 6.04 lb 2.74 kg Dimensions: Length 12.75 in. 32.4 cm Width 5.5 in. 14.0 cm Height 10 .75 in. 27.3 cm Storage Temperature Range  32° to 113°[...]

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    Technical Data 3A2587H 29 Hand-Held Sprayer (Model: 16 N658) U.S. Metric Fixed Pressure 1300 psi 9.9 MPa, 89.6 bar Maximum Amperage 4 Amps 4 Amps Weight 6.86 lb (15 ft cord) 3.11 kg (4.6 m cord) Dimensions: Length 12.75 in. 32.4 cm Width 5.5 in. 14.0 cm Height 10. 75 in. 27.3 cm Storage Temperature Range  32° to 113° F 0° to 45° C Operati[...]

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    Preferred Material Settings Log 30 3A2587H Preferred Material Settings Log Date Item Sprayed Material Sprayed Spray Tip Pressure Se tting (Mark Dial) 03/24/2011 Crown molding Water-based XWD 515 EXAMPLE[...]

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    Notes 3A2587H 31 Notes[...]

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    All written and visual data contained in this document r eflects the latest product info rmation available at the time of publica tion. Graco reserves the right to make changes at any time without not ice. For patent information, see www.gr aco.com/patents. Original instructions. This manual contains English. MM 3A2587 Graco Headquarters: Minne apo[...]