3A3208B FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD X5/X7 Models: • 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 Sheet (SDS) from the supplier.
Review Warnings for Important Safety Information Important! Read carefully and practice good safety habits. Review Manual & Watch Videos Scan QR code for Operational Video or go to magnum.graco.com/magop Related Manuals Gun: 312830 (SG) ProXChange™ Pump: 3A3172 (ProX only) Models 3000 psi (207 bar, 20.7 MPa) Maximum Working Pressure...
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.
Use Graco conductive or grounded high-pressure airless paint sprayer hoses. •...
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• Check hoses and parts for signs of damage. Replace any damaged hoses or parts. • This system is capable of producing 3000 psi. Use Graco replacement parts or accessories that are rated a minimum of 3000 psi. • Always engage the trigger lock when not spraying. Verify the trigger lock is functioning properly.
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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.
When unpacking sprayer for the first time or after long term storage perform setup procedure. Assemble Your Sprayer Connect Graco airless hose to fluid outlet. Use wrench to tighten securely. ti25197a Turn pressure control knob all the way left (counter-clockwise) to lowest set- ting.
Start Up Start Up ti25198b Turn pressure control knob to lowest setting. Pressure Relief Procedure Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure whenever you see this symbol. This equipment stays pressurized until ti27493a pressure is manually relieved. To help Put drain tube into a waste pail and turn prevent serious injury from pressurized Prime/Spray valve in PRIME position fluid, such as skin injection or splashed...
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Start Up If you suspect the spray tip or hose is Turn Prime/Spray valve down to clogged or that pressure has not been PRIME position. fully relieved: VERY SLOWLY loosen the tip guard retaining nut or the hose end coupling to relieve pressure gradually.
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Start Up 11. When sprayer starts pumping, flushing NOTE: Some fluids may prime faster if solvent and air bubbles will be purged the ON/OFF Switch is momentarily from system. Allow fluid to flow out of turned off so the pump can slow and drain tube, into waste pail, for 30 to 60 stop.
How to Spray How to Spray ti27143a Spray Tip Installation Spray tip must be pushed all the To prevent spray tip leaks make certain spray way into the tip guard. Turn spray tip tip and tip guard are installed properly. to push down.
Maximum tip hole sizes supported by the sprayer: – X5: 0.015 in. (0.38 mm) – X7: 0.017 in. (0.43 mm) – ProX17: 0.017 in. (0.43 mm) – ProX19: 0.019 in. (0.48 mm) – ProX21: 0.021 in. (0.53 mm)
How to Spray Triggering Gun • Material may need to be thinned. If material needs to be thinned follow Pull trigger after starting stroke. Release manufacturer’s recommendations. trigger before end of stroke. Gun must be Clear Tip Clog moving when trigger is pulled and released. In the event that particles or debris clog the spray tip, this sprayer is designed with a reversible spray tip that quickly and easily...
Cleanup Cleanup Cleaning the sprayer after each use results in Place empty waste and flushing fluid a trouble free start up the next time the pails side by side. sprayer is used. Place suction tube in flushing fluid. Use water for water based paint and mineral spirits or compatible oil-based flushing solvent for oil-based paint.
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Cleanup 11. Turn ON/OFF switch to OFF position. 16. Turn Prime/Spray valve down to PRIME position. NOTE: Step 12 is for returning paint in hose to paint pail. One 50 ft (15 m) hose holds 17. Turn ON/OFF switch to OFF position. approximately 1 quart (1 liter) of paint.
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Cleanup Turn pressure control knob to the 11. Turn ON/OFF switch to ON position. Prime/Clean setting. 12. Open Power Flush attachment valve. 13. Circulate water through sprayer, into waste pail, for 20 seconds. 14. Turn ON/OFF switch to OFF position. NOTE: Step 15 is for returning paint in hose to paint pail.
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Cleanup Install closed (square) end of InstaClean Fluid Filter (C) in sprayer. Screw outlet fitting (B) into sprayer. Tighten outlet fitting and reconnect hose (A) to sprayer. Use two wrench to tighten ti25196b securely. 19. Turn Prime/Spray valve down to PRIME position.
Storage Storage With proper storage, the sprayer will be ready Engage trigger lock. to use the next time it is needed. ti25196b Leave gun attached to hose. Remove tip and guard and clean with Short Term Storage water or flushing fluid and a brush. Wipe paint off outside of gun using a (up to 2 days) soft cloth moistened with water or flush-...
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Storage Turn Prime/Spray valve down to Leave gun attached to hose. PRIME position. Remove tip and guard and clean with water or flushing fluid and a brush. 10. Wipe paint off outside of gun using a soft cloth moistened with water or flush- ing fluid.
Reference Reference Understanding Tip Number The last three digits of tip number (i.e.: Spray Tip Selection 221413) contain information about hole size and fan width on surface when gun is held 12 in. (30.5 cm) from surface being sprayed. Selecting Tip Size First digit when doubled Spray tips come in a variety of hole sizes for 413 tip has...
Instructions (Oil-Based materials), page Instructions (Oil-Based 26, when using oil-based materials. See ProX17 and ProX19 parts list, page 41 or 45. materials) The X5 and X7 must not be used with lacquers. Cleaning Fluid Compatibility The equipment must be grounded to reduce the risk of static sparking and electric shock.
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Reference Always ground a metal pail: connect a To maintain ground continuity when ground wire to the pail. Clamp one end to the sprayer is flushed or pressure is relieved: pail and the other end to a true earth ground hold metal part of spray gun firmly to the side such as a water pipe.
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Reference Quick Reference Page Name Description • Prime/Spray Valve In PRIME position directs fluid to drain tube. • In SPRAY position directs pressurized fluid to paint hose. • Automatically relieves system pressure in over- pressure situations. PushPrime Button Taps the inlet ball when pushed to loosen it. Pressure Control Knob Increases (clockwise) and decreases (counter-clockwise) fluid pressure in pump, hose,...
Replace if worn or damaged. Always replace inlet and outlet valves every second time the pump kit is replaced. • See ProXChange Pump (ProX only), page 48 or consult a Graco/M AGNUM authorized retailer, distributor, or ser- vice center. ti27463a •...
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Maintenance Inlet Valve Removal Slide pump assembly off the mounting pins. An integrated tool is included in the frame to remove the inlet valve assembly from the pump. If you suspect that the inlet valve is clogged or stuck, remove the valve assembly and clean or replace.
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Maintenance Pump Installation Push on pump rod to slide pump assembly back on to mounting pins. Slide pump assembly onto the mounting Swing easy access door closed while pins. pushing the entire door towards the inlet end of the pump. ti27036a Move pump rod up or down until cap is level with the opening in the yoke.
If not frozen, check for hardened paint in pump. If paint has hardened in pump. See page 29. If motor does not turn with pump removed, consult a Graco/ Magnum authorized retailer, distributor, or service center. Motor or control is damaged.
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Suction tube is leaking. Inspect suction tube connection for cracks or vacuum leaks. Outlet valve check ball is stuck. Unscrew outlet valve, remove, and clean assembly. Prime/Spray valve is worn or Take sprayer to Graco/MAGNUM obstructed with debris. authorized service center. 3A3208B...
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Pump is primed, but can not achieve Spray tip may be partially clogged. Clear spray tip clog. See page 18. good spray pattern. Reversible spray tip is in UNCLOG Rotate arrow-shaped handle on spray position. tip so it points forward to SPRAY position.
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Choose spray tip with narrower fan. Make sure gun is close enough to surface. Fan pattern varies dramatically while Pressure control switch is worn and Take sprayer to Graco/M AGNUM spraying. causing excessive pressure variation. authorized service center. Cannot trigger spray gun.
ProX21: 17G181 Stand Sprayer Parts ProX21: 17G181 Stand Sprayer Parts Ref. Torque 140-160 in-lb (16-18 N•m) 30-35 in-lb (3.5-4.0 N•m) 110-120 in-lb (12-14 N•m) See page ti27243a 3A3208B...
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ProX21: 17G181 Stand Sprayer Parts 17G181 Stand Sprayer Parts List Part Description Ref. Qty. Part Description Ref. Qty. 17J035 LABEL, front, ProX21 17K684 MOTOR, 120V 247340 HOSE, cpld, 1/4 in. x 50 16X980 17J869 KIT, gear and yoke 243012 GUN, spray,SG3 17J173 CORD, power 17J870...
Wiring Diagram - 110/120V Wiring Diagram - 110/120V X5/X7: ON/OFF SWITCH BLACK WHITE GREEN BLACK PRESSURE SWITCH MOTOR BLACK ti14050a ProX: ti27233a 3A3208B...
ProX21 0.021 in. 0.53 mm Fluid Outlet npsm 1/4 in. 1/4 in. Generator Minimum 2500 W Power Requirements X5, X7 110–120V, 9 A, 1Ø ProX17, ProX19 110–120V, 8 A, 1Ø ProX21 110–120V, 12 A, 1Ø Dimensions Height 17.9 in. 45.5 cm 37.0 in.
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Technical Specifications Metric Width 12.4 in. 31.5 cm 15.3 in. 38.9 cm ProX17, ProX19 Stand 13.2 in. 33.5 cm ProX21 Stand 13.5 in. 34.3 cm ProX17, ProX19 Cart 17.2 in. 43.7 cm ProX21 Cart 20.6 in. 52.3 cm Weight 16.5 lb. 7.5 kg 26.5 lb.
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.
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 1-800-690-2894 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.
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