Summary of Contents for Graco Magnum TexFinish 246186
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For Water-Based Materials Only Model: 246186 55 psi (3.8 bar) Maximum Fluid Working Pressure Read warnings and instructions. ti3157a Graco Inc. P.O. Box 1441 Minneapolis, MN 55440-1441 Copyright 2003, Graco Inc. is registered to I.S. EN ISO 9001 Conforms to ANSI/UL standard 1450...
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Route hoses away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts and hot surfaces. • Do not expose Graco hoses to temperatures above 130°F (55°C) or below -35°F (-37°C).Store haz- ardous fluid in an approved container. Dispose of hazardous fluid according to all local, state and national guidelines.
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WARNINGS Electric Shock Hazard To reduce the risk of electric shock: • Be sure sprayer is adequately grounded through electrical outlet. • Use only 3-wire, extension cords. • Make sure ground prongs are intact on sprayer and extension cords. Improper installation of ground- ing plug will result in a risk of electrical shock, fire or explosion that could cause serious injury or death.
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Preparation Preparation Pressure Relief Procedure WARNING To reduce risk of injury, follow this procedure page 2 and 3 whenever you see this symbol throughout this manual, Also, perform this procedure whenever you: 120V AC Systems • stop spraying. • This equipment grounded outlets requires a 120V AC,...
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Setup Setup Important • If you are going to stop spraying for more than 5 minutes, turn sprayer off to prevent shortened pump hose life. • Do not allow material to dry inside pump, hoses, gun or spray system. 3. Open air valve. WARNING page 2 and 3 ti2448a...
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Setup 8. Turn power switch ON. Hopper Attachment ti2446a The Hose Plug must be securely fastened to bottom of gun when using the Touch Up 9. Close gun air valve. Hopper. Gun Plug must be removed from top of gun. ti2699a ti2453 10.
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Setup 7. Turn hopper 8. Open gun air valve. gun/spray gun selector switch to HOPPER GUN. ti2448a ti2592a 9. Turn power switch ON. CAUTION ti2446a Failure to change selector switch to Hopper Gun when using hopper gun will damage pump hose. 10.
Mixing Material Mixing Material 5. Observe the ball on the Correct material mixture is essential. The pump READY ADD WATER material. When the mate- will not operate if the mixture is too thick. rial is thin enough to spray the ball will sink com- Mix the material in a separate container before pletely into the mixture.
Spray Techniques Spray Techniques Recommended Nozzle Selection Chart To Get Less Material Application Nozzle Size Air Volume Try one or a combination of these methods: Simulated 6 mm, white medium to high • Open air valve. Acoustic (fine to medium) 8 mm, gray •...
Shutdown and Cleanup Shutdown and Cleanup Keep pump and hose clean when switching between simulated acoustic, knockdown and orange peel applications. A dirty pump can release particles of texture into the finish. CAUTION • Turn off sprayer if you are going to stop spraying for 5 minutes or longer. •...
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Shutdown and Cleanup Removing Material Hopper from Sprayer 3. Fill hopper with clean water. Remove nozzle The material hopper can be removed for cleaning. To from gun and allow water remove material hopper: to flow through and out of gun. 1.
Refer to Grounding and Electrical Requirements, page 5. Gun needle plugged Clean needle and retry. Worn compressor Replace compressor. Contact a qual- ified Graco Service Center. Lines not connected Check all quick disconnect connec- tions to gun and hoses Damaged hose Replace hose...
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Speed of application slow or slower Material too thick Thin material. Nozzle too small Change nozzles to a larger size. See Recommended Nozzle Selection Chart, page 10. Too much air being used. Partially close gun air valve to reduce air flow.
Technical Data Technical Data Main unit power requirements..... . 120V AC, 60 hz, 15A, 1 phase Maximum fluid working pressure ....55 psi, (3.8 bar) Maximum air working pressure .
This warranty does not cover and Graco shall not be liable for general wear and tear, or any malfunction, damage, or wear caused by improper use, accidents, user negligence, use of non-Graco component parts or service or repair performed by anyone other than a Graco authorized service center.
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