Owners Manual

3A9014B

EN

Project Series Paint Sprayers

Important Safety Instructions

Read all warnings and instructions in this manual, and on the unit, including the power cord, before using the equipment. Be familiar with the controls and the proper usage of the equipment. Save these instructions.

Important Medical Information

Read the medical alert card provided with the gun. It contains injection injury treatment information for a doctor. Keep it with you when operating the equipment.

For portable spray applications of water-based and oil-based non-flammable architectural paints and coatings only. For Household Use Only .

Not approved for use in explosive atmospheres or hazardous (classified) locations.

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Before You Spray

Before You Spray

Review Warnings for Important Safety Information

Important! Read carefully and practice good safety habits.

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Conforms to

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Model

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CAN281

26D282

CAN282

26D283

CAN283

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TrueCoat 360

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Maximum Working

Pressure

120V Single Speed

TrueCoat 360 DS 120V

TrueCoat 360 DSP 120V

TrueCoat 360 VSP 120V

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3A9014B

Important User Information

Important User Information

Thank You for Your Purchase!

sprayer is designed to provide superior spray performance with water-based and oil-based you understand the types of materials that can be used with your sprayer.

your sprayer. Ask for a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) from your supplier. The container label and

SDS will explain the contents of the material and the specific precautions related to it.

Paints, coatings and clean-up materials generally fit into one of the following 3 basic categories:

WATER-BASED: The container label should indicate that the material can be material. Your sprayer is NOT compatible with harsh cleaners such as chlorine

OIL-BASED: The container label should indicate that the material is is compatible with this type of material. Use oil-based material outdoors or in a manual.

FLAMMABLE: This type of material contains flammable solvents such as xylene, toluene, naphtha, MEK, lacquer thinner, acetone, denatured alcohol, and turpentine. The container label should indicate that this material is and CANNOT be used.

NOT compatible with your sprayer

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

• Use only non-flammable or water-based materials, or non-flammable paint thinners. Do not use materials having flash points lower than 100° F (38° C). This includes, but is not limited to, acetone, xylene, toluene, or naphtha. For more information about your material, request Safety Data

Sheets (SDSs) from the supplier.

NOTICE

Your sprayer is NOT compatible with harsh cleaners such as chlorine bleach. Using these cleaners will cause damage to the sprayer.

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Contents

Contents

Before You Spray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Important User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Know Your Sprayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Know Your Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Pressure Relief Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Cup Fill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Spraying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Spray Tip Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Spray Pattern Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Spray Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Aiming Sprayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Triggering Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Reversible Spray Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Spray Tip Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Spray Tip Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Clear Tip Clogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Cup Refills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Pause in Spraying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Cleanup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Fluid Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Static Grounding Instructions (Oil-Based Materials) . . . . . . 21

Cleaning Sprayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Recycling and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

End of Product Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Single Speed, Dual Speed, Dual Speed Premium . . . . . . . . 30

Parts List- Single Speed, Dual Speed, Dual Speed Premium 31

Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Variable Speed Premium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Parts List- Variable Speed Premium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Graco Standard Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

3A9014B

Warnings

Warnings

The following warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. The exclamation point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbols refer to procedure-specific risks. When these symbols appear in the body of this manual or on warning labels, refer back to these Warnings. Product-specific hazard symbols and warnings not covered in this section may appear throughout the body of this manual where applicable.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This product must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.

This product is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and regulations.

• Improper installation of the grounding plug is able to result in a risk of electric shock.

• This product is for use on a nominal 120 V circuit and has a grounding plug similar to the plugs illustrated in the figure below.

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• Only connect the product to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug.

• Do not modify the plug provided. If it does not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

• Do not use a 3-to-2 adapter with this product.

• When repair or replacement of the cord or plug is required, do not connect the grounding wire to either power terminal.

• The wire with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the grounding wire.

• Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman when the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or when in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded.

Extension Cords:

• Use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a grounding plug and a grounding receptacle that accepts the plug on the product.

• Make sure your extension cord is not damaged.

• If an extension cord is necessary, use 12 AWG (2.5 mm 2 ) minimum to carry the current that the product draws. An undersized cord results in a drop in line voltage and loss of power and overheating.

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Warnings

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

Flammable fumes, such as solvent and paint fumes, in work area can ignite or explode. To help prevent fire and explosion:

• Do not spray or clean with materials having flash points lower than 100°F (38°C).

Use only non-flammable or water-based materials, or non-flammable paint thinners. For complete information about your material, request the Safety Data

Sheets (SDSs) from the material distributor or retailer.

• Do not spray combustible materials near an open flame or sources of ignition such as cigarettes, motors, and electrical equipment.

• Paint or solvent flowing through the equipment is able to result in static electricity. Static electricity creates a risk of fire or explosion in the presence of paint or solvent fumes. All parts of the spray system, including the sprayer and objects in and around the spray area shall be properly grounded to protect against static discharge and sparks.

• Verify that all containers and collection systems are grounded to prevent static discharge. Do not use pail liners unless they are anti-static or conductive.

• Connect to a grounded outlet and use grounded extensions cords. Do not use a 3-to-2 adapter.

• Stop operation immediately if static sparking occurs or you feel a shock. Do not use equipment until you identify and correct the problem.

• Do not use a paint or a solvent containing halogenated hydrocarbons.

• Keep spray area well-ventilated. Keep a good supply of fresh air moving through the area.

• Sprayer generates sparks. Keep pump assembly in a well-ventilated when spraying, flushing, cleaning, or servicing.

• Do not smoke in the spray area or spray where sparks or flame is present.

• Do not operate light switches, engines, or similar spark producing products in the spray area.

• Keep area clean and free of paint or solvent containers, rags, and other flammable materials.

• Know the contents of the paints and solvents being sprayed. Read all Safety

Data Sheets (SDSs) and container labels provided with the paints and solvents.

Follow the paint and solvent manufacturer's safety instructions.

• Keep a working fire extinguisher in the work area.

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

This equipment must be grounded. Improper grounding, setup, or usage of the system can cause electric shock.

• Turn off and disconnect power cord before servicing equipment.

• Connect only to grounded electrical outlets.

• Use only 3-wire extension cords.

• Ensure ground prongs are intact on power and extension cords.

• Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.

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Warnings

SKIN INJECTION HAZARD

High-pressure spray is able to inject toxins into the body and cause serious injury that can result in amputation. In the event that injection occurs, get immediate surgical treatment.

• Do not aim the gun at, or spray any person or animal.

• Keep hands and other body parts away from the discharge. For example, do not try to stop leaks with any part of the body.

• Always use the spray tip guard. Do not spray without spray tip guard in place.

• Use Graco spray tips.

• Use caution when cleaning and changing spray tips. In the case where the spray tip clogs while spraying, follow the Pressure Relief Procedure for turning off the unit and relieving the pressure before removing the spray tip to clean.

• Equipment maintains pressure after power is shut off. Do not leave the equipment energized or under pressure while unattended. Follow the Pressure

Relief Procedure when the equipment is unattended or not in use, and before servicing, cleaning, or removing parts.

• Check parts for signs of damage. Replace any damaged parts.

• This system is capable of producing 2000 psi (138 bar, 13.8 MPa). Use Graco parts or accessories that are rated a minimum of 2000 psi (138 bar, 13.8 MPa).

• Verify that all connections are secure before operating the unit.

• Know how to stop the unit and bleed pressure quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.

EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD

Misuse can cause death or serious injury.

• Always wear appropriate gloves, eye protection, and a respirator or mask when painting.

• Do not operate or spray near children. Keep children away from equipment at all times.

• Do not overreach or stand on an unstable support. Keep effective footing and balance at all times.

• Stay alert and watch what you are doing.

• Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

• Do not alter or modify equipment. Alterations or modifications may void agency approvals and create safety hazards.

• Make sure all equipment is rated and approved for the environment in which you are using it.

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Warnings

PRESSURIZED ALUMINUM PARTS HAZARD

Use of fluids that are incompatible with aluminum in pressurized equipment can cause serious chemical reaction and equipment rupture. Failure to follow this warning can result in death, serious injury, or property damage.

• Do not use 1,1,1-trichloroethane, methylene chloride, other halogenated hydrocarbon solvents or fluids containing such solvents.

• Do not use chlorine bleach.

• Many other fluids may contain chemicals that can react with aluminum. Contact your material supplier for compatibility.

TOXIC FLUID OR FUMES HAZARD

Toxic fluids or fumes can cause serious injury or death if splashed in the eyes or on skin, inhaled, or swallowed.

• Read Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) to know the specific hazards of the fluids you are using.

• Store hazardous fluid in approved containers, and dispose of it according to applicable guidelines.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Wear appropriate protective equipment when in the work area to help prevent serious injury, including eye injury, hearing loss, inhalation of toxic fumes, and burns. Protective equipment includes but is not limited to:

• Protective eyewear, and hearing protection.

• Respirators, protective clothing, and gloves as recommended by the fluid and solvent manufacturer.

3A9014B

Know Your Sprayer

Know Your Sprayer

A Prime Knob

B VacuValve TM

C Spray Tip

D Speed Control (available on select models only)

E Trigger

F FlexLiner TM

G Cup Support

H Cup Lid

J Funnel

K Strainer

L Strainer’s Air Tube

M Pump Filter

N Spray Tip Guard

P Spray Tip Holder

Q Power Cord

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Know Your Controls

Know Your Controls

Prime Knob

The Prime Knob directs fluid to either the cup or the Spray Tip. When priming, it is used to purge air from the pump. Your sprayer will not spray with air in the pump.

Turn Prime Knob down to PRIME position to relieve system pressure.

Turn Prime Knob forward to SPRAY position to spray fluid.

VacuValve

The VacuValve is used to evacuate air out of the FlexLiner. This is necessary for the sprayer to prime.

Spray Tip

The Spray Tip is the key to airless spray technology. High pressure paint pumped through the very small hole in the Spray Tip comes out as a spray.

The Spray Tip has the ability to be reversed and quickly clear clogs.

Trigger

The Trigger controls the operation of the sprayer.

Speed Control

The Speed Control* allows you to slow down or speed up when spraying.

*Available on select models only

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Setup

Setup

Pressure Relief Procedure

Follow the Pressure Relief

Procedure whenever you see this symbol.

Cup Fill

This sprayer builds up an internal pressure of 2000 psi (138 bar, 13.8 MPa) during use. Follow this Pressure Relief

Procedure whenever you stop spraying and before cleaning, checking, servicing, or transporting equipment to prevent serious injury.

1. Turn Prime Knob down to PRIME position to relieve pressure.

Use only water-based or oil-based

(mineral spirit-type) materials with a flash point greater than 100° F (38° C).

Do not use materials which state

“FLAMMABLE” on the packaging. For more information about your material, request a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) from distributor or retailer.

When spraying oil-based material, use outdoors or in a well-ventilated indoor area with a flow of fresh air.

Keep spray area well-ventilated.

Keep a good supply of fresh air moving through the area.

If spraying oil-based

materials, review Fluid

Compatibility , page 21, and follow Static

Grounding Instructions (Oil-Based

Materials) , page 21.

1. Insert one FlexLiner into the Cup

Support.

NOTE: Verify there is no damage to the top sealing edge of the FlexLiner, such as a crease or fold. If damaged it will leak air and lose prime.

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Setup

2. Firmly tighten the Cup Lid onto the Cup

Support to ensure an airtight seal.

NOTE: To ensure an airtight seal, the gasket inside the Cup Lid is lubricated by the factory.

If lubrication has washed away, apply Seal

Lube (included) to the gasket.

4. The Strainer’s Air Tube will prevent paint from overfilling the cup. Fill the cup as follows: a. Watching the Funnel (not the cup), slowly pour paint into the Funnel.

When the paint stops draining down, the cup is full.

NOTE: If the paint stops draining but you see the cup is not full, use a stir stick to scrape the captured debris on the top of the Strainer until the paint resumes draining.

3. Insert the Funnel into the Cup Lid, twist to lock. Snap the Strainer into the Funnel to strain your paint as you fill your cup.

Funnel

Strainer

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b. With the Funnel and Strainer still attached to the cup, pour excess paint from the Funnel back into the paint can.

Setup d. Remove the Funnel and Strainer from the cup and hook on edge of paint can.

c. Lift up the Strainer and look to verify you can see crossbars in the bottom of the Funnel. If not, the cup is overfilled. Pour excess paint back into the paint can.

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Startup

Startup

1. Install the cup onto the sprayer as follows: a. Verify Pump Filter is installed and clean.

2. Prime the pump as follows: a. Verify Prime Knob is pointed down to PRIME position.

b. Plug sprayer into a grounded power source.

b. Align VacuValve (on Cup Lid) with

Prime Knob (on sprayer).

c. Push cup assembly onto the sprayer, twist to lock.

c. Open the VacuValve cap and gently squeeze the FlexLiner until no more air bubbles appear in the

VacuValve.

NOTE: Tilt the sprayer such that the

VacuValve is the highest point so that all air in the FlexLiner can be fully evacuated.

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d. Continue to squeeze the FlexLiner while pulling the Trigger for 10 seconds.

Startup

3. Turn Prime Knob forward to SPRAY position. Verify Spray Tip is forward in the SPRAY position.

NOTE: This will purge all air from the pump and cup. Paint will not spray out, but will recirculate through the pump and back into the cup.

e. When no more air bubbles appear in the VacuValve, release the

Trigger and close the VacuValve cap.

4. Point the sprayer into a waste pail and pull the Trigger for 5 seconds to spray out storage fluid.

• To avoid pump damage, if the sprayer does not spray after 5 seconds, STOP and repeat

STARTUP.

You are now ready to spray!

NOTE: For best results, to evacuate all material from the FlexLiner when the material is nearly gone, gently squeeze the bottom of the FlexLiner to push the last of the material up to the Cup Lid.

IMPORTANT! The motor has a built-in feature to protect itself from overuse. If the motor stops, the thermal switch has tripped.

The motor will operate normally after cooling for 20-30 minutes.

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Spraying

Spraying

Spray Tip Orientation

Use only water-based or oil-based

(mineral spirit-type) materials with a flash point greater than 100° F (38° C).

Do not use materials which state

“FLAMMABLE” on the packaging. For more information about your material, request a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) from distributor or retailer.

When spraying oil-based material, use outdoors or in a well-ventilated indoor area with a flow of fresh air.

Keep spray area well-ventilated.

Keep a good supply of fresh air moving through the area.

1. Set the Speed Control to lowest available setting.

To avoid serious injury from skin injection, do not put your hand in front of the Spray

Tip when installing or removing the Spray

Tip and Tip Guard.

NO YES

Adjust the Spray Tip Guard for the desired vertical or horizontal spraying direction.

2. Pointing at a piece of scrap cardboard, pull the Trigger to test the spray pattern.

3. If needed, slowly increase the Speed

Control to the setting that produces a good spray pattern.

NOTE: To minimize overspray, always spray at the lowest speed setting that gives a good spray pattern.

4. Adjust the sprayer’s distance from the surface and your hand speed to achieve the desired surface coverage.

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Spray Pattern Quality

A good spray pattern is evenly distributed without voids or runs. Adjust sprayer Speed

Control (if available), hand speed, and distance from the wall to get a good spray pattern.

If tails persist, material may need to be thinned. If material needs to be thinned, follow manufacturers recommendations.

Spraying

• Flex wrist to keep sprayer pointed straight. Fanning sprayer to direct spray at angle causes uneven finish.

NOTE: How fast you move the sprayer will affect spray application. If material is pulsating, you are moving too fast. If material

drips, you are moving too slow. See

Troubleshooting , page 26.

Spray Angle

Use a piece of scrap cardboard to practice these basic spraying techniques before you begin spraying the surface.

• Hold sprayer 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) from surface and aim straight at surface.

Tilting the sprayer to direct the spray angle causes an uneven finish.

Aiming Sprayer

Aim the sprayer at the bottom edge of the previous stroke, overlapping each stroke by

50%.

Triggering Timing

Pull Trigger after starting stroke. Release

Trigger before end of stroke. Sprayer must be moving when Trigger is pulled and released.

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Spraying

Reversible Spray Tips

Your sprayer is shipped with wide and narrow reversible Spray Tips.

• Blue Spray Tips are for spraying paint and should be used with the blue Pump Filter.

• Green Spray Tips are for spraying stain and should be used with the green Pump Filter (green tips and filter are not included with all models).

Spray Tip Removal

Spray Tip Installation

1. Align Spray Tip locking tab with the locking tab slot in the Spray Tip Guard.

2. Push the Spray Tip all the way into the

Spray Tip Guard.

3. Rotate the Spray Tip to the SPRAY position.

NOTE: Make certain the Spray Tip locking tab is pushed all the way into the slot in the

Spray Tip Guard. You should not be able to remove the Spray Tip from the Spray Tip

Guard when it is in the SPRAY or UNCLOG positions.

NOTICE

The Spray Tip Guard is permanently attached to the sprayer. Removal will result in damage to the sprayer.

To avoid serious injury from skin injection, do not put your hand in front of the Spray

Tip when installing or removing the Spray

Tip and Tip Guard.

1. Turn Prime Knob down to PRIME position to relieve system pressure.

2. Rotate Spray Tip 90 degrees.

3. Pull the Spray Tip straight out of the

Spray Tip Guard.

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Clear Tip Clogs

Spraying

4. Point sprayer into waste pail, turn Prime

Knob forward to SPRAY position. Pull

Trigger for 5 seconds to clear clog.

To avoid serious injury from skin injection, do not put your hand in front of the Spray

Tip when installing or removing the Spray

Tip and Tip Guard.

In the event debris clogs the Spray Tip, the sprayer is designed with a reversible Spray

Tip that quickly and easily clears the particles without disassembling the sprayer.

1. Turn Prime Knob down to PRIME position to relieve system pressure.

2. Reverse Spray Tip to UNCLOG position.

NOTE: If Spray Tip is still clogged, you may have to repeat steps 1-4, or replace with replacement Spray Tip.

5. Turn Prime Knob downward to PRIME position. Rotate Spray Tip back to

SPRAY position. Turn Prime Knob forward to SPRAY position, and resume spraying.

3. Set Speed Control to highest available setting.

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Spraying

Cup Refills

1. Turn Prime Knob down to PRIME position to relieve system pressure.

2. Remove cup assembly from sprayer.

Remove the Pump Filter and clean debris from the filter screen.

Pause in Spraying

Paint will dry quickly and cause clogs in the sprayer. Follow these steps whenever you pause spraying for 5 minutes to 2 hours.

1. Turn Prime Knob down to PRIME position to relieve system pressure.

2. Unplug Power Cord.

3. Turn Spray Tip 90 degrees to seal orifice from drying out.

3. Reinstall the Pump Filter into the pump.

Set sprayer on a rag.

4. Ensure sprayer is fully sealed. Ensure

VacuValve is closed and cup is attached to sprayer with all air evacuated.

4. Refill the cup following Cup Fill , page

11, steps 3 and 4. Then follow Startup , page 14,

instructions to proceed.

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Cleanup

Cleanup

Static Grounding

Instructions (Oil-Based

Materials)

Use only water-based or oil-based

(mineral spirit-type) materials with flash point greater than 100° F (38° C).

Do not use materials which state “FLAMMABLE” on the packaging. For more information about your material, request a Safety Data

Sheet (SDS) from distributor or retailer.

Clean in a well-ventilated area.

Keep a good supply of fresh air moving through the area.

To avoid serious injury or damage to equipment, do not expose the sprayer electronics to cleaning fluids. Keep sprayer at least 10 in. (25 cm) above the rim of the container when cleaning.

The equipment must be grounded to reduce the risk of static sparking and electric shock. An electric or static spark can cause fumes to ignite or explode. An improper ground can cause electric wire for the electric current.

Always use a metal pail for oil-based materials requiring flushing with compatible oil-based flushing solvents when sprayer is flushed or pressure is relieved.

Follow local code. Use only conductive metal pails, placed on a grounded surface such as concrete.

Do not place pail on a non-conductive surface such as paper or cardboard which interrupts grounding continuity.

Fluid Compatibility

Oil or water-based materials

If spraying water-based materials, use water for cleanup. If spraying oil-based materials, use non-flammable mineral spirits for cleanup.

• Switching between water-based and oil-based materials can cause clogging issues in the sprayer. Always clean sprayer thoroughly with appropriate cleaning fluid.

• It is recommended to thoroughly flush the sprayer with non-flammable mineral spirits prior to using oil-based materials.

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Cleanup

Cleaning Sprayer

Cleaning your sprayer properly and after every spray job is of the utmost importance!

Proper care and maintenance will make your paint sprayer last and work for you trouble free.

1. Turn Prime Knob down to PRIME position to relieve system pressure.

2. Remove cup assembly from sprayer, and remove Pump Filter. Set sprayer on a rag.

4. To circulate cleaning fluid, fill clean cup assembly half-full of cleaning fluid and reattach to sprayer.

a. Verify the Prime Knob is pointed down to the PRIME position.

b. Set Speed Control to highest setting available.

c. Turn the sprayer upside down and trigger for 15 seconds.

3. Remove Cup Lid and pour extra paint back into paint can. Clean all parts with warm water.

NOTE: Be sure to clean inside the VacuValve reservoir. If the VacuValve air hole becomes clogged, use a paper clip to clean hole.

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5. To spray cleaning fluid, refill cup assembly half-full of cleaning fluid and reattach to sprayer.

a. Turn the Prime Knob forward to

SPRAY position and Spray Tip to the UNCLOG position.

b. Turn the sprayer upside down and trigger into a waste pail for 15 seconds.

Cleanup c. Turn the Spray Tip to the SPRAY position and trigger into a waste pail for 15 seconds.

6. Repeat Cleanup steps as needed until sprayer is clean.

7. Turn Prime Knob down to PRIME position.

8. Unplug Power Cord.

9. Remove Spray Tip from Spray Tip

Guard.

10. Clean Spray Tip, Spray Tip Guard, and

Pump Filter with warm water and an old toothbrush. Reinstall Spray Tip and

Pump Filter.

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Storage

Storage

NOTICE

Failure to store sprayer with Pump

Armor TM will result in operational problems the next time you spray. Always fill the sprayer with Pump Armor after cleaning.

Water left in the sprayer will corrode and damage the pump.

Pump Armor fluid protects the sprayer while in storage. It helps protect sprayer against startup issues on next use.

• Do not store the sprayer full of water.

• Do not allow water to freeze in sprayer.

• Do not store sprayer under pressure.

• Store sprayer indoors in a cool, dry location.

• Never store sprayer with material in the sprayer or cup.

1. Clean the sprayer and cup assembly.

See

Cleanup , page 21.

2. Turn Prime Knob downward to PRIME position.

5. With the sprayer upside down, pour approximately 2 oz. (60 ml) Pump Armor

(included) into pump opening.

6. Install clean Pump Filter into pump.

7. Keep sprayer upside down and attach cup assembly on to the sprayer.

8. With the sprayer remaining upside down over a waste pail, pull the Trigger until fluid first comes out of the Spray Tip and then immediately let go of the Trigger

(approx. 1 second).

NOTE: Do not spray out all fluid. Pump is now loaded with Pump Armor for storage.

3. Remove cup assembly from sprayer and remove Pump Filter from pump.

4. Turn Prime Knob forward to SPRAY position and Spray Tip to the UNCLOG position.

9. Turn Prime Valve to PRIME position to relieve system pressure and immediately back to SPRAY position for storage. Unplug Power Cord.

10. Replace child-resistant cap on Pump

Armor bottle and tighten securely for next use.

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Recycling and Disposal

Recycling and Disposal

End of Product Life

At the end of the product’s useful life, dismantle and recycle it in a responsible manner.

• Turn Prime Knob down to PRIME position to relieve system pressure.

• Drain and dispose of fluids according to applicable regulations. Refer to the material manufacturer’s Safety Data

Sheet.

• Remove motors, batteries, circuit boards, LCDs (liquid crystal displays), and other electronic components.

Recycle according to applicable regulations.

• Do not dispose of electronic components with household or commercial waste.

• Deliver remaining product to a recycling facility.

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Check everything in this Troubleshooting

Table before you bring the sprayer to an authorized service center.

Sprayer Diagnostics

Problem

Sprayer makes sound but no material is

26

Cause

Spray Tip is clogged

Sprayer is not primed

Solution

See Clear Tip Clogs , page 19.

Repeat Start Up procedure to

Pump Filter is plugged

Prime Knob is in PRIME position

the FlexLiner. See Startup , page

14.

Verify Cup Lid is tight. An under tightened Cup Lid will allow air to seep into the FlexLiner and cause a loss of prime. Add Seal

Lube (included) to the Cup Lid gasket to ensure an airtight seal.

If the sprayer sprays when upside down by not upright, there is likely still an air leak into the cup. Try replacing the

FlexLiner and VacuValve (extra of both included with sprayer).

Make certain there is only one

FlexLiner in the Cup Support.

Make certain there is no damage to or debris on the top sealing edge of the FlexLiner or Cup Lid gasket.

Make certain all the air is out of the FlexLiner and the VacuValve cap is properly closed.

Make certain the cup assembly is properly installed onto the sprayer.

Clean sprayer. See Cleanup , page 21.

Remove the Pump Filter from the pump. Clean both sides of the

Pump Filter. While the Pump

Filter is removed, inspect and ensure no dried paint debris is collected inside the pump inlet.

Turn Prime Knob forward to

SPRAY position.

Spray Tip is not in SPRAY position Turn Spray Tip to SPRAY position.

No or low material in FlexLiner

Refill FlexLiner. See page 11.

Cup Fill ,

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Troubleshooting

Problem Cause Solution

Sprayer sprays with poor results

Power supply

Motor has overheated

Electronic control failure

Spray Tip is partially clogged

Replace electronic control.

See Clear Tip Clogs , page 19.

Spray Tip is not in correct position See Spray Tip Installation , page 18.

Incorrect Spray Tip for application of material plugged into a grounded and functional power source.

Wait 20-30 minutes for motor to cool.

Install a different size Spray Tip.

See Reversible Spray Tips , page 18.

Replace Spray Tip.

Spray Tip is worn or damaged

Material being sprayed is aerated and full of bubbles

Let material settle or change to different material.

Material being sprayed is too cold Warm material.

Paint leaks from sprayer Pump has reached its maximum life Replace pump.

Paint leaks out of the cup threads

Cup not properly seated Verify Cup Lid is tight. An under tightened Cup Lid will allow air to seep into the FlexLiner and cause a loss of prime. Add Seal

Lube (included) to the Cup Lid gasket to ensure an airtight seal.

Make certain there is only one

FlexLiner in the Cup Support.

Make certain there is no damage to or debris on the top sealing edge of the FlexLiner or Cup Lid gasket.

Make certain the Cup Lid is properly threaded to the Cup

Support. There should be no threads visible when tight.

Avoid flexing or pushing on the

Cup Support when you evacuate the air out of the FlexLiner.

Avoid pulling down on the

FlexLiner when you evacuate the air out of the FlexLiner.

Replace FlexLiner.

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Troubleshooting

Spray Pattern Diagnostics

Problem

Spray pattern is pulsating:

Spray pattern has tails:

Spray pattern has dripping/sagging: ti15524a ti15526a

Cause

Spray Tip is clogged

Material is difficult to atomize

Sprayer is too far from target surface

Incorrect Spray Tip for application of material

Speed Control is set too low

Incorrect Spray Tip for application of material

Material not compatible with sprayer

Spray Tip is worn or damaged

Operator is moving too slowly while spraying

Sprayer is too close to target surface

Speed Control is set too high

Spray Tip is worn or damaged

Solution

Slow speed of movement.

See Clear Tip Clogs , page 19.

On models with Speed Control, increase speed until desired

pattern is achieved. See

Spraying , page 16.

Hold sprayer farther away from

16.

Spraying , page

Install a different size Spray Tip.

See Reversible Spray Tips , page 18.

On models with Speed Control, increase speed until desired

pattern is achieved. See

Spraying , page 16.

Install a different size Spray Tip.

See Reversible Spray Tips , page 18.

manufacturer's recommendations.

Change to different material.

Replace Spray Tip.

Move sprayer faster when spraying.

Move sprayer away from surface. See Spraying , page

16.

directions. See Spraying , page

16.

On models with Speed Control, decrease speed until desired

pattern is achieved. See

Spraying , page 16.

Replace Spray Tip.

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Troubleshooting

Problem

Spray pattern “spits” at the end or beginning:

Cause

Excess material has accumulated on Spray Tip

Spray Tip is partially plugged

Spray Tip is not fully

Guard

Spray Tip is worn or damaged

Solution

Clean Spray Tip and Spray Tip

Guard. Clear Spray Tip. See

Clear Tip Clogs , page 19.

See Spray Tip Installation , page 18.

Replace Spray Tip.

Replace pump.

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Replacement Parts

Replacement Parts

Single Speed, Dual Speed, Dual Speed Premium

30 3A9014B

Replacement Parts

Parts List- Single Speed, Dual Speed, Dual Speed Premium

1

2

3

7

8

5

6

9

Ref.

10

12

13a

13b

14

15

16

Sprayer Name

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

Single Speed

Dual Speed

Dual Speed

Single Speed

All

All

All

Order

Part No.

Description

18F756 Complete pump assembly includes 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8

16Y425 O-ring

18A886 Filter, pump, paint

18F209 Filter, pump, stain

117059 O-ring

17A402 Prime Pump/Spray valve includes qty. 1 of ref. 5

17A221 Kit, Prime Pump/Spray knob includes qty. 1 of ref. 8

119236 Screw, T-15 (torque 8-10 in-lb / 0.9-1.1 N•m)

18F520 Kit tips, paint includes 3 (CAN models order CANP20)

18F519 Kit tips, stain includes 3 (CAN models order CANS19)

16X880 Reciprocator assembly

17A224 duct, power cord and switch includes motor, air

17B653 Control, electronic, dual speed, 120V includes motor, air

16X868 Switch, dual speed control

16X869 Plug, single speed

16W846 Support, 32 oz. cup

17A226 Kit, 32oz., FlexLiner (3-pack)

17R821

Kit, cup assembly includes 14, qty. 1 of ref. 15, 16a, 17, qty.

16a

17

18

19

20

22

23

▲

24

25

▲

26

30

31

32

33

- -

▲

- - -

- - -

- - -

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

Single Speed

Dual Speed

All models

All

All

17M879 Plug, cup lid, not shipped with sprayer (not shown)

18F759 Lid, cup includes qty. 1 of ref. 18

17P712 VacuValve cap, 3-pack

17A227 Kit, enclosure includes qty. 13 of ref. 8

16Y680 Label, USA

16Y678 Label, control

16Y636 Label, warning and model number, side (not shown)

18C037 Label, brand, TrueCoat 360

Dual Speed Premium 18C038 Label, brand, TrueCoat 360 DSP

18C040 Label, brand, TrueCoat 360 DS

17A198 Label, warning, cord (not shown)

Dual Speed Premium 18F449 Case, storage

All

All

All

All

All

All

18B057 Kit, funnel, strainer includes qty. 1 of ref. 2

25T467 Lubricant, seal lube

17K515

18B058

179960

17F518

Label, A+ Service (not shown)

Spout, pour

Label, medical alert card (not shown)

243104 Pump Armor, 32 oz. (not shown)

18C045 Tag, hang, tip (not shown) (CAN models order 18F613)

Kit, 42 oz. cup (not shown)

- - All 17F005 Kit, 42 oz. FlexLiner (3-pack) (not shown)

▲

Replacement safety labels, tags, and cards are available at no cost.

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Replacement Parts

Replacement Parts

Variable Speed Premium

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Replacement Parts

Parts List- Variable Speed Premium

1

2

3

7

8

5

6

9

Ref.

10

12

13

14

15

16

16a

17

18

19

20

22

23

▲

24

25

▲

26

27

Sprayer Name

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

Order

Part No.

Description

18F756 Complete pump assembly includes 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8

16Y425 O-ring

18A886 Filter, pump, paint

18F209 Filter, pump, stain

117059 O-ring

17A402 Prime Pump/Spray valve includes qty. 1 of ref. 5

17A221 Kit, Prime Pump/Spray knob includes qty. 1 of ref. 8

119236 Screw, T-15 (torque 8-10 in-lb / 0.9-1.1 N•m)

18F520 Kit tips, paint includes 3 (CAN models order CANP20)

18F519 Kit tips, stain includes 3 (CAN models order CANS19)

16X880 Reciprocator assembly

17F068

Control, electronic, variable speed, 120 V includes motor, air duct, power cord and switch

17D844 Adapter, variable speed control

16W846 Support, cup, 32 oz.

17A226 Kit, 32 oz., FlexLiner (3-pack)

17R821

Kit, cup assembly includes 14, qty. 1 of ref. 15, 16a, 17, qty.

17M879 Plug, cup lid, not shipped with sprayer (not shown)

18F759 Lid, cup includes qty. 1 of ref. 18

17P712 VacuValve cap, 3-pack

17A227 Kit, enclosure includes qty. 13 of ref. 8

16Y680 Label, USA

16Y678 Label, control

16Y636 Label, warning and model number, side (not shown)

18C042 Label, brand, TrueCoat 360 VSP

17A198 Label, warning, cord (not shown)

18F449 Case, storage

17F069

Kit, enclosure, variable speed includes sight glass, includes

29

30

31

32

33

- -

▲

- - -

- - -

- - -

- - -

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

17D843

18B057

25T467

17K515

18B058

179960

243104 Pump Armor, 32 oz (not shown)

18C045

17F518

17F005

Sight glass

Kit, funnel, strainer

Lubricant, seal lube

Spout, pour includes qty. 1 of ref. 2

Label, A+ Service (not shown)

Label, medical alert card (not shown)

Tag, hang, tip (not shown) (CAN models order 18F613)

Kit, 42 oz. cup (not shown)

Kit, 42 oz. FlexLiner (3-pack) (not shown)

▲ Replacement safety labels, tags, and cards are available at no cost.

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Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

TrueCoat 360

U.S.

Metric

Max Working Pressure

Maximum Amperage

Weight

TrueCoat 360, 360 DS/DSP

TrueCoat 360 VSP

Dimensions:

Length (All models)

Width (All models)

Height 360, 360 DS/DSP

Height 360 VSP

Storage Temperature Range ◆❖

Operating Temperature Range ✓

Storage Humidity Range

Electrical Power Requirement

Duty Cycle

Maximum tip orifice

Wetted materials on all models:

2000 psi

2.5 Amps

3.5 lb (18 in.cord)

3.75 lb (18 in.cord)

13.8 MPa, 138 bar

2.5 Amps

1.6 kg (45 cm cord)

1.7 kg (45 cm cord)

12.50 in.

5.25 in.

9.75 in.

11.8 in.

32° to 113° F

40° to 90° F

0% to 95% relative humidity,

31.75 cm

13.34 cm

24.77 cm

29.97 cm

0° to 45° C

4° to 32° C

0% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing non-condensing

120 Vac, 60 Hz, 15A, 1 phase

50%

0.015 in.

50%

0.38mm

stainless steel, brass, polyethylene, carbide, nylon, polypropylene, fluoroelastomer, acetal, aluminum

◆ Pump damage will occur if fluid freezes in pump.

❖ Damage to plastic parts may result if impact occurs in low temperature conditions.

✓ Changes in paint viscosity at very low or very high temperatures can affect sprayer performance.

California Proposition 65

CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS

WARNING: Cancer and reproductive harm – www.P65warnings.ca.gov.

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Graco Standard Warranty

Graco Standard Warranty

Graco warrants all equipment referenced in this document which is manufactured by Graco and bearing its name to be free from defects in material and workmanship on the date of sale to the original purchaser for use. With the exception of any special, extended, or limited warranty published by Graco,

Graco will, for a period of twelve months from the date of sale, repair or replace any part of the equipment determined by Graco to be defective. This warranty applies only when the equipment is installed, operated and maintained in accordance with Graco’s written recommendations.

This warranty does not cover, and Graco shall not be liable for general wear and tear, or any malfunction, damage or wear caused by faulty installation, misapplication, abrasion, corrosion, inadequate or improper maintenance, negligence, accident, tampering, or substitution of non-Graco component parts. Nor shall Graco be liable for malfunction, damage or wear caused by the incompatibility of equipment with structures, accessories, equipment or materials not supplied by

Graco, or the improper design, manufacture, installation, operation or maintenance of structures, accessories, equipment or materials not supplied by Graco.

This warranty is conditioned upon the prepaid return of the equipment claimed to be defective to an authorized Graco distributor for verification of the claimed defect. If the claimed defect is verified, Graco will repair or replace free of charge any defective parts. The equipment will be returned to the original purchaser transportation prepaid. If inspection of the equipment does not disclose any defect in material or workmanship, repairs will be made at a reasonable charge, which charges may include the costs of parts, labor, and transportation.

THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE, AND IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR

IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR

WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE .

Graco’s sole obligation and buyer’s sole remedy for any breach of warranty shall be as set forth above.

The buyer agrees that no other remedy (including, but not limited to, incidental or consequential damages for lost profits, lost sales, injury to person or property, or any other incidental or consequential loss) shall be available. Any action for breach of warranty must be brought within two (2) years of the date of sale.

GRACO MAKES NO WARRANTY, AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF

MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IN CONNECTION WITH

ACCESSORIES, EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS OR COMPONENTS SOLD BUT NOT MANUFACTURED

BY GRACO . These items sold, but not manufactured by Graco (such as electric motors, switches, hose, etc.), are subject to the warranty, if any, of their manufacturer. Graco will provide purchaser with reasonable assistance in making any claim for breach of these warranties.

In no event will Graco be liable for indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages resulting from

Graco supplying equipment hereunder, or the furnishing, performance, or use of any products or other goods sold hereto, whether due to a breach of contract, breach of warranty, the negligence of Graco, or otherwise.

FOR GRACO CANADA CUSTOMERS

The Parties acknowledge that they have required that the present document, as well as all documents, notices and legal proceedings entered into, given or instituted pursuant hereto or relating directly or indirectly hereto, be drawn up in English. Les parties reconnaissent avoir convenu que la rédaction du présente document sera en Anglais, ainsi que tous documents, avis et procédures judiciaires exécutés, donnés ou intentés, à la suite de ou en rapport, directement ou indirectement, avec les procédures concernées.

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Graco Information

For the latest information about Graco products, visit www.graco.com

.

For patent information, see www.graco.com/patents .

TO PLACE AN ORDER, contact your Graco distributor or call 1-888-541-9788 to identify the nearest distributor.

All written and visual data contained in this document reflects the latest product information available at the time of publication. Graco reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Original instructions. This manual contains English. MM 3A9014

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