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Authorized Warranty Depot for
Airlessco, ASM, Allpro, Graco, Titan, Speeflo, Spraytech, and Capspray
Repairs to: Airless, Air Assisted, Pneumatic, Conventional and HVLP.
*Tune-ups and Winter/Long Term Storage specials available
Trouble Shooting Tips
| Sprayer won't pump material |
lower intake valve is plugged
prime/spray valve is plugged
suction system is drawing air
inlet screen is plugged
manifold filter or gun filter is plugged
airlock in outlet valve |
remove and clean out intake valve
open and close valve while flushing unit
tighten all fittings
clean or replace screen
clean or replace filter
take in for service |
| No Motor Activity |
pressure control set too low
electric outlet not working
unit could have been frozen
control board could be damaged |
turn up pressure
try a different outlet
take in for service
take in for service |
| Inconsistent Pressure |
worn tip
clogged filters or screens
intake valve plugged
intake ball is worn
paint around throat seal area
material too heavy for sprayer
inadequate power supply
sprayer not suitable for material
packings/rod/cylinder are worn |
replace tip
clean or replace filters/screens
clean intake valve
replace intake ball
worn /damaged packings - take in for service
thin material as per label recommendation
use heavier gauge cord
use suitable sprayer
take in for service |
FAQ's
What fluid should I clean out my sprayer with
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Clean out your sprayer with the solvent recommended for the product you are using
(Read the label on the paint container) |
How do I store my sprayer for long periods?
(when freezing is NOT a concern)
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Solvent based lacquer units should be stored in lacquer thinner
Water based lacquer units should be stored in pump conditioner
Latex and oil units should be stored in a mixture of paint thinner and motor oil |
How do I keep my sprayer from freezing?
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lacquer units can be stored in lacquer thinner
oil units can be stored in paint thinner
latex & water-bourne lacquer units can be stored in windshield washer anti-freeze |
How do I switch from latex to oil-based paint?
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Thoroughly flush the unit with the correct solvent for the paint you have sprayed then "condition" the unit with the solvent for the material that you are spraying next |
Should I spray solvent based lacquer through a
sprayer that I have sprayed latex or oil with?
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NO! The solvent in the lacquer will eat the layers of paint built up inside the sprayer's suction tube, plugging up valves and filters, and spitting out onto your work surface
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Can I spray latex or oil based paint through a
sprayer that I have sprayed solvent based
lacquer?
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Yes - but the sprayer should not be used for solvent based lacquer after that, and you need to condition the sprayer first with the appropriate solvent for the material you want to spray |
How do I choose the right tip?
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Read the label on the paint container. Often the manufacturer will recommend the correct tip size. Click on the link to "The Primer" and read up on tips |
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