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1-800-328-8251
Wagner Technical Service
Register your product online at:
http://www.wagnerspraytech.com
1770 Fernbrook Lane, Plymouth, MN 55447
Technical service hours:
• Form No. 0525800B
0109
Safety Information ................................................... 2
What's in the Box .................................................... 3
Before you Begin ..................................................... 4
Setup ......................................................................5-6
Usage ........................................................................ 8
Spray Technique...................................................... 9
Cleanup - Latex Materials ................................10-11
Cleanup - Oil-based Materials .............................. 12
Cleaning the Components .................................... 14
Reassembly............................................................ 14
Maintenance ........................................................... 15
Replacement parts ................................................ 15
Troubleshooting .................................................... 16
Parts List ...........................................................50-51
Warranty ................................................................. 52
Need Help? Call us first for answers fast.
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comments or problems with this product.
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Selecting the proper spray tip............................. 4
Important preparation tips .................................. 4
Material container setup ..................................... 5
Remote suction set setup ................................... 6
Material thinning ................................................. 7
Priming with remote suction set ......................... 8
Spraying (Overspray) ......................................... 8
Cleaning the material container........................ 10
Cleaning the remote suction set ....................... 11
Cleaning the material container........................ 12
Cleaning the remote suction set ....................... 13
Product registration .......................................... 16
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Product registration .......... 16 Parts List ............50-51 Warranty ..............52 1-800-328-8251 Need Help? Call us first for answers fast. Call Wagner Spray Tech toll-free if you have any Wagner Technical Service Register your product online at: comments or problems with this product. http://www.wagnerspraytech.com...

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    Know the contents of the paints and solvents being sprayed. Read line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. all Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and container labels Wagner Spray Tech accessory extension cords recommended: provided with the paints and solvents. Follow the paint and solvent P/N 0090241 20 foot extension cord.

  • Page 3: What's In The Box

    · Important Safety Information Read all safety information before operating the equipment. Save THeSe InSTRUCTIOnS. Grounding Instructions This product must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an instructions are not completely understood, or if you are in doubt escape wire for the electric current.

  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    If the tip is too tight, it may be damaged. IMPORTanT: Use only Optimus™-labeled spray tips with this sprayer. Other tips are not compatible with this sprayer. Important Preparation Tips: •...

  • Page 5: Setup

    Material Container Setup Remove the material container from the pump housing 2. Remove the suction tube. by turning the pump housing ring counterclockwise. 3. Fill the container with the material to be used. 4. Place a few drops of household oil down the intake (a) and return openings (b) in the pump housing.

  • Page 6: Remote Suction Set Setup

    Remote Suction Set Setup (optional) Remove the material container from the pump housing 2. Remove the suction tube. by turning the pump housing ring counterclockwise. 3. Place a few drops of household oil down the intake (a) 4. Push the dual hose and return (b) openings in the pump housing.

  • Page 7: Flow Control Knob / Practice Spraying

    Flow Control Knob / Practice Spraying Flow Control Knob: The spray pattern is controlled by the Flow Control Knob on the rear of the sprayer, and by the thickness of the material being sprayed. Turning the flow knob counterclockwise increases the amount of material flow.

  • Page 8: Usage

    Usage Title Priming with the Remote Suction Set: • The time needed to prime will vary from 30 seconds to 3 minutes depending upon the thickness of the material you are spraying. • If your sprayer is properly cleaned and oiled and it takes longer than three minutes to prime, your piston and/or pump housing may be worn and will need to be replaced before using your remote suction set.

  • Page 9: Spraying (Overspray)

    Spraying Technique Title Keep stroke Aproximately 1. Keep your arm moving at constant speed and keep the even 10 to 14 inches sprayer at a constant distance from the surface. The sprayer should be triggered at the beginning of the stroke and released at the end of the stroke.

  • Page 10: Cleanup - Latex Materials

    Title Using the Quick Flush Lid (latex materials only) Cleaning the material container: you will need a garden hose to complete the steps below. If you do not have a garden hose available, or if you used oil- based materials, follow the Cleanup for Oil-Based Materials instructions on page 12-13. 1.

  • Page 11: Cleaning The Remote Suction Set

    Title Using the Quick Flush Lid (latex materials only) Cleaning the Remote Suction Set: you will need a garden hose to complete the steps below. If you do not have a garden hose available, or if you used oil- based materials, follow the Cleanup for Oil-Based Materials instructions on page 12-13 . 1.

  • Page 12: Cleanup - Oil-Based Materials

    Cleanup - Oil-based Materials Title Cleaning the Material container: Make sure you clean the sprayer in a well-ventilated area whenever cleaning with flammable solvents. 1. Unplug the sprayer. Pour the remaining material back 2. Fill the container half full of the cleaning solution into the original container.

  • Page 13: Cleaning The Remote Suction Set

    Cleanup - Oil-based Materials Cleaning the Remote Suction Set: Make sure you clean the sprayer in a well-ventilated area whenever cleaning with flammable solvents. 1. Make sure the sprayer is unplugged. 2. Remove the suction tube from the material container and submerge into a container of the solvent appropriate to the type of material you sprayed (warm, soapy water for latex-based materials;...

  • Page 14: Cleaning The Components

    Cleaning the Components - Oil-based materials Title 1. Turn the spray tip 2. Using the spray tip, turn the 3 Slide the pump housing assembly counterclockwise until it is locking nut counterclockwise until off the sprayer. removed. Pull out the atomizer it is removed.

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    Maintenance Lubricating your sprayer prior to storage is important to prolong the life of the pump housing components. 1. Turn the sprayer upside-down while the material 2. Plug in the sprayer. Aim at piece of scrap wood or container is removed. Squeeze a small amount of cardboard and squeeze the trigger of the sprayer for 2 to standard household oil into both the intake (a) and 3 seconds while sprayer is still inverted.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Motor will not run. No power at wall outlet. Electrical problem Try new wall outlet. Take to Authorized Service or defective motor. Center for repair. Motor has a low hum and Control knob turned in too far. Turn control knob counterclockwise.

  • Page 17: Parts List

    Parts list • Liste de pièces • Lista de piezas...
  • Page 18 0500320 Oil lubricant Lubrifiants Lubricante 0525120 Piston repair kit Trousse de réparation de piston Juego de la reparación del émbolo 0525115 Optimus™ spray tip Buse à Optimus™ Punta de Optimus™ 0525116 Round tip Buse ronde Punta redonda 0525117 Stain tip...

  • Page 19: Warranty

    Spray Tip Lifetime Warranty The spray tip you have purchased with your Wagner Power Painter is warranted against wear for the life of the Power Painter. The spray tip warranty does not cover damage resulting from improper use, accidents or user’s negligence.

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