Graco Inc. 235465 - Manual (Page 5)

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How to Adjust the Spray Pattern.
1. Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure on page
2. Loosen the retaining nut (B). Turn the tip guard
so the groove in the tip is horizontal (C) for a horiĆ
zontal pattern and vertical (A) for a vertical
pattern. Tighten the retaining nut.
2. The orifice of the spray tip and the angle of the
spray pattern determines the coverage and the
size of the pattern. When more coverage is
needed, use a larger spray tip rather than
increasing the fluid pressure.
CAUTION
The openings in the tip guard reduce paint
buildup on the tip guard while spraying. Any
damage to the sharp edges of the openings
causes paint to collect at that area. Never hang
the gun by the tip guard.
Fig. 3
A
B
C
KEY
A The tip guard is shown in the position for a
vertical spray pattern.
B Retaining nut.
C The tip guard is shown in the position for a
horizontal spray pattern.
How to Clean the Spray Tip
and Clear a Spray Tip Obstruction.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fluid injection or splashing in
the eyes or on the skin, do not hold a hand, body
or rag in front of the spray tip when cleaning or
checking a clogged tip. Point the gun toward the
ground or into a waste container when checking
to see if the spray tip is cleared.
DO NOT try to blow back" paint; this is NOT an
air spray gun.
DO NOT wipe fluid buildup off the gun or spray tip
until pressure is relieved.
Cleaning during the day.
1. Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure, page 2.
2. Clean the front of the tip frequently during the day
to help reduce buildup. Also clean the tip and tip
guard at the end of each work day. Use a solventĆ
soaked brush to clean the spray tip.
Clearing an obstruction.
If the spray tip clogs while spraying, immediately stop
spraying, then:
Gun 235465 - with standard tip guard
1. Engage the trigger safety latch, open the presĆ
sure drain valve.
2. Remove the spray tip and blow out the obstrucĆ
tion by applying air to the front of the spray tip.
Or, let the spray tip and gun nozzle soak to
dissolve the obstruction. If it won't dissolve, jar it
out by tapping the back of the spray tip against a
flat surface.
CAUTION
Never soak the entire gun in solvent. Prolonged
exposure to solvent can ruin the packings.
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