Graco AirPro 313516C User manual

313516C
Instructions-Parts
Automatic AirPro®
Spray Guns
Conventional, HVLP, and Compliant guns for spraying paints and coatings.
See page 2 for model information.
100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7 bar) Maximum Working Fluid Pressure
100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7 bar) Maximum Working Air Pressure
Important Safety Instructions
Read all warnings and instructions in this
manual. Save these instructions.
Part 24A749 Conventional Gun shown
mounted on Part 288217 Manifold
Part 24A753 Conventional Gun with fluid control
shown mounted on Part 288223 Manifold.
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Models
2313516C
Contents
Models .............................2
Warnings ...........................3
Selection Charts .....................5
Air Flow ............................8
Installation .........................10
Setup .............................14
Operation ..........................18
Troubleshooting .....................21
Service ............................23
Parts..............................26
Repair Kits .........................28
Accessories ........................34
Dimensions ........................36
Mounting Hole Layouts ...............38
Technical Data ......................43
Graco Standard Warranty .............44
Graco Information ...................44
Models
NOTE: A manifold is required for each gun to be installed. Refer to the Parts section for manifold
information.
Application
Orifice Size
in. (mm) Conventional HVLP Compliant
General Metal 0.020 (0.5) 24B333 24B334 24B335
General Metal 0.030 (0.8) 24A747 24A754 24A761
General Metal 0.042 (1.1) 24A748 24A755 24A762
General Metal 0.055 (1.4) 24A749 24A756 24A763
General Metal 0.070 (1.8) 24A750 24A757 24A764
General Metal with Fluid Control Knob 0.030 (0.8) 24A751 24A758 24A765
General Metal with Fluid Control Knob 0.042 (1.1) 24A752 24A759 24A766
General Metal with Fluid Control Knob 0.055 (1.4) 24A753 24A760 24A767
High Wear 0.059 (1.5) 24A774 24A776 24A778
High Wear 0.070 (1.8) 24A775 24A777 24A779
High Wear 0.086 (2.2) 24B336
High Wear 0.110 (2.8) 24C316
Wood 0.030 (0.8) 24A768 24A770 24A772
Wood 0.040 (1.0) 24A769 24A771 24A773

Warnings
313516C 3
Warnings
The following warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance, and repair of this equip-
ment. The exclamation point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbol refers
to procedure-specific risk. Refer back to these warnings. Additional, product-specific warnings
may be found throughout the body of this manual where applicable.
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:
• Use equipment only in well ventilated area.
• Eliminate all ignition sources; such as pilot lights, cigarettes, portable electric
lamps, and plastic drop cloths (potential static arc).
• Keep work area free of debris, including solvent, rags and gasoline.
• Do not plug or unplug power cords, or turn power or light switches on or off when
flammable fumes are present.
• Ground all equipment in the work area.
• Use only grounded hoses.
• Hold gun firmly to side of grounded pail when triggering into pail.
• If there is static sparking or you feel a shock, stop operation immediately. Do not
use equipment until you identify and correct the problem.
• Keep a working fire extinguisher in the work area.
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Misuse can cause death or serious injury.
• Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Do not exceed the maximum working pressure or temperature rating of the lowest
rated system component. See Technical Data in all equipment manuals.
• Do not leave the work area while equipment is energized or under pressure. Turn
off all equipment and follow the Pressure Relief Procedure in this manual when
equipment is not in use.
• Check equipment daily. Repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately with
genuine manufacturer’s replacement parts only.
• Do not alter or modify equipment.
• Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Call your distributor for information.
• Route hoses and cables away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts, and
hot surfaces.
• Do not kink or over bend hoses or use hoses to pull equipment.
• Keep children and animals away from work area.
• Comply with all applicable safety regulations.
WARNING

Warnings
4313516C
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
Fluid from the gun/dispense valve, leaks, or ruptured components can splash in the
eyes or on skin and cause serious injury.
• Follow Pressure Relief Procedure in this manual, when you stop spraying and
before cleaning, checking, or servicing equipment.
• Tighten all fluid connections before operating the equipment.
• Check hoses, tubes, and couplings daily. Replace worn or damaged parts immedi-
ately.
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 MSDS’s to know the specific hazards of the fluids you are using.
• Store hazardous fluid in approved containers, and dispose of it according to appli-
cable guidelines.
• Always wear impervious gloves when spraying or cleaning equipment.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
You must wear appropriate protective equipment when operating, servicing, or when
in the operating area of the equipment to help protect you from serious injury, includ-
ing eye injury, inhalation of toxic fumes, burns, and hearing loss. This equipment
includes but is not limited to:
• Protective eyewear
• Clothing and respirator as recommended by the fluid and solvent manufacturer
• Gloves
• Hearing protection
WARNING

Selection Charts
313516C 5
Selection Charts
TERMS
Light Fluid: Up to 18 seconds with No. 2 Zahn
cup (20 centipoise)
Medium Fluid:19 to 28 seconds with No. 2
Zahn cup (20-64 centipoise)
Heavy Fluid: Greater than 28 seconds with
No. 2 Zahn cup (greater than 64 centipoise) --
2.8 Volatile Organic Compounds, High-solid
Polyurethanes, Heavy Waterborne Enamels
General Metal Applications
★With Fluid Control Knob (for fine adjustment of fluid flow).
Gun
Assembly
Part No. Type
Includes: Air Cap
Part No.
(without pin,
for reference)
Orifice
Size
in. (mm)
Material Usage
Needle/
Nozzle Kit
Part No.
Air Cap
with Pin
Part No. Viscosity
Flow
oz./min. (l/min.)
24B333 Conventional 24B332 24B544 289773 0.020 (0.5) light 2–6 (0.06–0.18)
24A747 Conventional 24A687 24B544 289773 0.030 (0.8) light 4–10 (0.12–0.30)
24A748 Conventional 24A688 24B544 289773 0.042 (1.1) light-medium 8–14 (0.24–0.42)
24A749 Conventional 24A689 24B544 289773 0.055 (1.4) medium 12–18 (0.36–0.54)
24A750 Conventional 24A690 24B545 289784 0.070 (1.8) medium-heavy 16–20 (0.48–0.60)
24B334 HVLP 24B332 24B539 289041 0.020 (0.5) light 2–6 (0.06–0.18)
24A754 HVLP 24A687 24B539 289041 0.030 (0.8) light 4–10 (0.12–0.30)
24A755 HVLP 24A688 24B539 289041 0.042 (1.1) light-medium 8–14 (0.24–0.42)
24A756 HVLP 24A689 24B539 289041 0.055 (1.4) medium 12–18 (0.36–0.54)
24A757 HVLP 24A690 24B539 289041 0.070 (1.8) medium-heavy 16–20 (0.48–0.60)
24B335 Compliant 24B332 24B540 289042 0.020 (0.5) light 2–6 (0.06–0.18)
24A761 Compliant 24A687 24B540 289042 0.030 (0.8) light 4–10 (0.12–0.30)
24A762 Compliant 24A688 24B540 289042 0.042 (1.1) light-medium 8–14 (0.24–0.42)
24A763 Compliant 24A689 24B540 289042 0.055 (1.4) medium 12–18 (0.36–0.54)
24A764 Compliant 24A690 24B540 289042 0.070 (1.8) medium-heavy 16–20 (0.48–0.60)
24A751★Conventional 24A687 24B544 289773 0.030 (0.8) light 4–10 (0.12–0.30)
24A752★Conventional 24A688 24B544 289773 0.042 (1.1) light-medium 8–14 (0.24–0.42)
24A753★Conventional 24A689 24B544 289773 0.055 (1.4) medium 12–18 (0.36–0.54)
24A758★HVLP 24A687 24B539 289041 0.030 (0.8) light 4–10 (0.12–0.30)
24A759★HVLP 24A688 24B539 289041 0.042 (1.1) light-medium 8–14 (0.24–0.42)
24A760★HVLP 24A689 24B539 289041 0.055 (1.4) medium 12–18 (0.36–0.54)
24A765★Compliant 24A687 24B540 289042 0.030 (0.8) light 4–10 (0.12–0.30)
24A766★Compliant 24A688 24B540 289042 0.042 (1.1) light-medium 8–14 (0.24–0.42)
24A767★Compliant 24A689 24B540 289042 0.055 (1.4) medium 12–18 (0.36–0.54)

Selection Charts
6313516C
High Wear Applications
✠Needle tip and nozzle exit constructed from tungsten carbide.
Wood Applications
Gun Selection
HVLP Guns
An HVLP gun is a high transfer efficiency gun
that limits the air pressure at the air cap to
10 psi (0.07 MPa, 0.7 bar) maximum. In some
areas, an HVLP gun is required for compliance
with environmental standards. See the Air Cap
chart, page 7, for maximum inlet pressures.
Compliant Guns
A compliant gun is a high transfer efficiency
gun that has been tested to have a transfer
efficiency greater than or equal to HVLP guns.
In addition, the compliant air cap consumes
much less air than the HVLP air cap. Graco
compliant guns have no restrictions on air cap
pressures. See the Air Cap chart, page 7, for
maximum inlet pressures.
Gun
Assembly
Part No. Type
Includes: Air Cap
Part No.
(without pin,
for reference)
Orifice
Size
in. (mm)
Material Usage
Needle/
Nozzle Kit
Part No.
Air Cap
with Pin
Part No. Viscosity
Flow
oz./min. (l/min.)
24A774✠Conventional 24A693 24B537 288861 0.059 (1.5) medium 12–18 (0.36–0.54)
24A775✠Conventional 24A694 24B536 289049 0.070 (1.8) medium-heavy 16–20 (0.48–0.60)
24B336✠Conventional 24B358 24B536 289049 0.086 (2.2) heavy >20 (>0.60)
24C316✠Conventional 24C142 24B536 289049 0.110 (2.8) heavy >25 (>0.74)
24A776✠HVLP 24A695 24B541 289115 0.059 (1.5) medium 12–18 (0.36–0.54)
24A777✠HVLP 24A696 24B542 289325 0.070 (1.8) medium-heavy 16–20 (0.48–0.60)
24A778✠Compliant 24A695 24B538 289050 0.059 (1.5) medium 12–18 (0.36–0.54)
24A779✠Compliant 24A696 24B543 289327 0.070 (1.8) medium-heavy 16–20 (0.48–0.60)
Gun
Assembly
Part No. Type
Includes: Air Cap
Part No.
(without pin,
for reference)
Orifice
Size
in. (mm)
Material Usage
Needle/
Nozzle Kit
Part No.
Air Cap
with Pin
Part No. Viscosity
Flow
oz./min. (l/min.)
24A768 Conventional 24A691 24B533 288862 0.030 (0.8) light 4–10 (0.12–0.30)
24A769 Conventional 24A692 24B533 288862 0.040 (1.0) light-medium 8–14 (0.24–0.42)
24A770 HVLP 24A691 24B535 288864 0.030 (0.8) light 4–10 (0.12–0.30)
24A771 HVLP 24A692 24B535 288864 0.040 (1.0) light-medium 8–14 (0.24–0.42)
24A772 Compliant 24A691 24B534 288863 0.030 (0.8) light 4–10 (0.12–0.30)
24A773 Compliant 24A692 24B534 288863 0.040 (1.0) light-medium 8–14 (0.24–0.42)

Selection Charts
313516C 7
Conventional Guns
An airspray gun has excellent atomization and
high production rates typically with some
reduction in transfer efficiency.
Proper Needle/Nozzle Selection
The spray gun's needle/nozzle kits range in
size to provide different fluid flow rates. As a
general guideline, use the fluid nozzle that will
give the required flow with the needle fully trig-
gered at a fluid pressure of 5–20 psi
(0.035–0.14 MPa, 0.35–1.4 bar).
• For low flow rates or light viscosity fluid,
select the smaller nozzle sizes.
• For high flow rates or high viscosity fluid,
select the larger nozzle sizes.
• For abrasive fluids, the high wear gun mod-
els are recommended.
Air Caps
Air Cap
Part
No. Type Application
Nozzle
Orifice
in. (mm)
Atomizing Air
Max. HVLP/Compliant
Manifold Inlet Pressure
psi (MPa, bar)
Fan Air
Max. HVLP/Compliant
Manifold Inlet Pressure
psi (MPa, bar)
289773 Conventional General Metal
0.020–0.055
(0.5–1.4) N/A N/A
289784 Conventional General Metal 0.070 (1.8) N/A N/A
289041 HVLP General Metal
0.020–0.070
(0.5–1.8) 17 (0.12, 1.2) 29 (0.20, 2.0)
289042 Compliant General Metal
0.020–0.070
(0.5–1.8) 29 (0.20, 2.0) 33 (0.23, 2.3)
288861 Conventional High Wear 0.059 (1.5) N/A N/A
289049 Conventional High Wear
0.070–0.086
(1.8–2.2) N/A N/A
289115 HVLP High Wear 0.059 (1.5) 18 (0.12, 1.2) 28 (0.19, 1.9)
289325 HVLP High Wear 0.070 (1.8) 18 (0.12, 1.2) 27 (0.19, 1.9)
289050 Compliant High Wear 0.059 (1.5) 28 (0.19, 1.9) 31 (0.21, 2.1)
289327 Compliant High Wear 0.070 (1.8) 29 (0.20, 2.0) 32 (0.22, 2.2)
288862 Conventional Wood
0.030–0.040
(0.8–1.0) N/A N/A
288864 HVLP Wood
0.030–0.040
(0.8–1.0) 24 (0.17, 1.7) 26 (0.18, 1.8)
288863 Compliant Wood
0.030–0.040
(0.8–1.0) 27 (0.19, 1.9) 42 (0.29, 2.9)

Air Flow
8313516C
Air Flow
See the chart to determine air consumption. Add the air consumption values shown for the atom-
izing air and fan air pressures to get the total air consumption. For example, air cap 24B544 with
20 psi atomizing air pressure uses 3 scfm atomizing air. A 30 psi fan inlet pressure adds 5 scfm
fan air for a total of 8 scfm air consumption.
Air cap
Atomizing Air Fan Air
Manifold Inlet Pressure
psi (MPa, bar)
Air Flow
SCFM
Manifold Inlet Pressure
psi (MPa, bar)
Air Flow
SCFM
289773
10 (0.07, 0.7) 2 10 (0.07, 0.7) 2
20 (0.14, 1.4) 3 20 (0.14, 1.4) 4
30 (0.21, 2.1) 5 30 (0.21, 2.1) 5
40 (0.28, 2.8) 7 40 (0.28, 2.8) 7
50 (0.34, 3.4) 8 50 (0.34, 3.4) 9
289041
10 (0.07, 0.7) 3 10 (0.07, 0.7) 4
20 (0.14, 1.4) 7 20 (0.14, 1.4) 7
30 (0.21, 2.1) 10 30 (0.21, 2.1) 11
40 (0.28, 2.8) 13 40 (0.28, 2.8) 14
50 (0.34, 3.4) 17 50 (0.34, 3.4) 18
17* (0.12, 1.2) 6 29* (0.20, 2.0) 10
288861
10 (0.07, 0.7) 2 10 (0.07, 0.7) 2
20 (0.14, 1.4) 4 20 (0.14, 1.4) 5
30 (0.21, 2.1) 6 30 (0.21, 2.1) 7
40 (0.28, 2.8) 8 40 (0.28, 2.8) 10
50 (0.34, 3.4) 11 50 (0.34, 3.4) 12
289115
10 (0.07, 0.7) 3 10 (0.07, 0.7) 4
20 (0.14, 1.4) 7 20 (0.14, 1.4) 7
30 (0.21, 2.1) 10 30 (0.21, 2.1) 11
40 (0.28, 2.8) 14 40 (0.28, 2.8) 15
50 (0.34, 3.4) 17 50 (0.34, 3.4) 19
18* (0.12, 1.2) 6 28* (0.19, 1.9) 10
289050
10 (0.07, 0.7) 1 10 (0.07, 0.7) 2
20 (0.14, 1.4) 3 20 (0.14, 1.4) 4
30 (0.21, 2.1) 4 30 (0.21, 2.1) 6
40 (0.28, 2.8) 5 40 (0.28, 2.8) 8
50 (0.34, 3.4) 7 50 (0.34, 3.4) 10
28* (0.19, 1.9) 4 31* (0.21, 2.1) 6
288862
10 (0.07, 0.7) 2 5 (0.035, 0.35) 1
20 (0.14, 1.4) 4 10 (0.07, 0.7) 3
30 (0.21, 2.1) 6 15 (0.10, 1.0) 4
40 (0.28, 2.8) 7 20 (0.14, 1.4) 5
50 (0.34, 3.4) 9 25 (0.17, 1.7) 7

Air Flow
313516C 9
* Maximum HVLP/Compliant inlet manifold pressure.
288863
10 (0.07, 0.7) 2 10 (0.07, 0.7) 3
20 (0.14, 1.4) 4 20 (0.14, 1.4) 5
30 (0.21, 2.1) 5 30 (0.21, 2.1) 8
40 (0.28, 2.8) 7 40 (0.28, 2.8) 11
50 (0.34, 3.4) 9 50 (0.34, 3.4) 13
27* (0.19, 1.9) 5 42* (0.29, 2.9) 11
289784
10 (0.07, 0.7) 2 10 (0.07, 0.7) 2
20 (0.14, 1.4) 4 20 (0.14, 1.4) 4
30 (0.21, 2.1) 6 30 (0.21, 2.1) 5
40 (0.28, 2.8) 8 40 (0.28, 2.8) 7
50 (0.34, 3.4) 10 50 (0.34, 3.4) 9
289042
10 (0.07, 0.7) 2 10 (0.07, 0.7) 2
20 (0.14, 1.4) 4 20 (0.14, 1.4) 4
30 (0.21, 2.1) 6 30 (0.21, 2.1) 6
40 (0.28, 2.8) 8 40 (0.28, 2.8) 8
50 (0.34, 3.4) 10 50 (0.34, 3.4) 10
29* (0.20, 2.0) 6 33* (0.23, 2.3) 7
289049
10 (0.07, 0.7) 1 10 (0.07, 0.7) 2
20 (0.14, 1.4) 3 20 (0.14, 1.4) 4
30 (0.21, 2.1) 4 30 (0.21, 2.1) 7
40 (0.28, 2.8) 6 40 (0.28, 2.8) 9
50 (0.34, 3.4) 7 50 (0.34, 3.4) 11
289325
10 (0.07, 0.7) 4 10 (0.07, 0.7) 4
20 (0.14, 1.4) 7 20 (0.14, 1.4) 7
30 (0.21, 2.1) 11 30 (0.21, 2.1) 11
40 (0.28, 2.8) 14 40 (0.28, 2.8) 14
50 (0.34, 3.4) 18 50 (0.34, 3.4) 18
18* (0.12, 1.2) 6 27* (0.19, 1.9) 10
289327
10 (0.07, 0.7) 2 10 (0.07, 0.7) 2
20 (0.14, 1.4) 4 20 (0.14, 1.4) 4
30 (0.21, 2.1) 6 30 (0.21, 2.1) 6
40 (0.28, 2.8) 7 40 (0.28, 2.8) 8
50 (0.34, 3.4) 9 50 (0.34, 3.4) 10
29* (0.20, 2.0) 5 32* (0.22, 2.2) 7
288864
10 (0.07, 0.7) 4 10 (0.07, 0.7) 3
20 (0.14, 1.4) 7 20 (0.14, 1.4) 6
30 (0.21, 2.1) 11 30 (0.21, 2.1) 10
40 (0.28, 2.8) 14 40 (0.28, 2.8) 13
50 (0.34, 3.4) 18 50 (0.34, 3.4) 16
24* (0.17, 1.7) 9 26* (0.18, 1.8) 8
Air cap
Atomizing Air Fan Air
Manifold Inlet Pressure
psi (MPa, bar)
Air Flow
SCFM
Manifold Inlet Pressure
psi (MPa, bar)
Air Flow
SCFM

Installation
10 313516C
Installation
The Automatic AirPro spray gun can spray
most coatings or finishes currently being used
for automotive, industrial, aerospace, marine,
wood, plastic and architectural applications,
while easily operating from paint delivery sys-
tems, such as pressure pots or remote pumps
for production line operation.
The air regulator must have a minimum air flow
capacity of 30 scfm at 100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7.0
bar) air pressure.
Ventilate Spray Booth
• Check and follow all national, state, and
local codes regarding air exhaust velocity
requirements.
• Check and follow all local safety and fire
codes.
Configure Gun and Manifold
The gun is supplied with an internal fluid plug
and seals (19, 20, 21). To use the gun in a cir-
culating system, remove the internal plug. In a
non-circulating system, leave the plug in place
to minimize flush time.
Circulating System
1. Apply anti-seize lubricant to the threads
and mating faces of the manifold (101) and
the elbows (107), supplied unassembled.
2. Install the elbows (107) in both fluid ports of
the manifold (101).
3. Connect the fluid supply line to one elbow
and the fluid return line to the other. The
manifold fluid ports are reversible.
4. Install the gun on the manifold, using the
four screws (13). Start the threads of all
four screws. Tighten the front two screws
first, and then tighten the back two. Torque
all four screws evenly to 65 in-lb (7.3 N•m).
Non-circulating System
1. See FIG. 1. Apply anti-seize lubricant to the
threads and mating faces of the manifold
(101), plug (109), and elbow (107), sup-
plied unassembled.
2. Install an elbow (107) in one fluid port of
the manifold (101), and a plug (109) in the
other port.
3. Install the internal plug (19) in the gun fluid
port on the same side as the manifold plug.
4. Connect the fluid supply line to the fluid
inlet elbow (107).
5. Install the gun on the manifold, using the
four screws supplied. Start the threads of
all four screws. Tighten the front two
screws first, and then tighten the back two.
Torque all four screws evenly to 65 in-lb
(7.3 N•m).
FIG. 1: Non-Circulating Setup Shown (cutaway view)
Remove when used in circulating systems.
1
ti8587b
1
Replace with elbow (107) when used in
circulating systems.
2
2
19
101
107
109
21
20

Installation
313516C 11
Install Air Fittings
1. Install the supplied 1/4 in. tube fitting into
the cylinder (CYL) air port.
2. Install 3/8 in. tube fittings into the atomiza-
tion (ATOM) air port and the fan (FAN) air
port.
Ground System
The following grounding instructions are mini-
mum requirements for a system. Your system
may include other equipment or objects that
must be grounded. Check your local electrical
code for detailed grounding instructions for
your area and type of equipment. Your system
must be connected to a true earth ground.
Ground Pump/Fluid Supply
Ground the pump by connecting a ground wire
and clamp between the fluid supply and a true
earth ground as instructed in your separate
pump instruction manual.
Ground Air Compressors and
Hydraulic Power Supplies
Ground the air compressors and hydraulic
power supplies according to the manufacturer
recommendations.
Ground Spray Gun
Ground the spray gun by mounting the mani-
fold to a properly grounded reciprocator, robot,
or stationary mount. Check the electrical resis-
tance between the manifold and a true earth
ground. The resistance must be less than 1
megohm.
Ground Fluid Supply Container
Ground the fluid supply container according to
local code.
Ground Object Being Sprayed
Ground the object that is being sprayed
according to local code.
Ground Solvent Pails
Ground all solvent pails that are used when
flushing according to local code. Use only
metal pails, which are conductive. Do not place
the pail on a non-conductive surface, such as
paper or cardboard, which interrupts the
grounding continuity.
FIG. 2: Air Fittings
CYL
ATOM
FAN
ti8211a

Installation
12 313516C
Mount Gun
Reciprocating Arm Rod Mount
To mount the gun on a reciprocating arm rod
[0.5 in. (13 mm) diameter maximum]:
1. Insert the mounting bar (A) through the
hole in the manifold as shown in FIG.3.
NOTE: Use the 1/8 in. alignment pin (P) to
assist in orienting the gun.
2. Secure the gun to the bar by tightening the
mounting screw (B).
Stationary Support
To mount the gun on a stationary support
(refer to FIG. 4 and to the correct mounting
hole layout for your manifold, pages 38-42):
1. Align the manifold with the alignment pins.
Locate alignment pins and holes per the
mounting hole layout.
2. Secure the gun to the support with two M5
x 0.8 capscrews (C). The screws must be
long enough to engage the threaded holes
in the gun manifold to a depth of 1/4 in.
(6 mm).
FIG. 3: Reciprocating Arm Mount
B
P
A
ti13587a
FIG. 4: Stationary Support Mount
C
ti13588a

Installation
313516C 13
Retrofit Adapter Plate
The retrofit adapter plate enables the manifold
to be attached to a variety of bolt patterns.
To mount the gun using the retrofit adapter
plate (Kit 288197; See Accessories,
page 34):
1. Mount adapter plate to manifold using the
three screws provided with the kit. (See
FIG. 5 and the mounting hole layout on
page 42.)
2. Bolt plate to mounting surface using four
M5 x 0.8 capscrews. Refer to the correct
mounting hole layout for your manifold,
pages 38-41.
FIG. 5: Retrofit Adapter Plate Mount
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Setup
14 313516C
Setup
Connect Air Line
NOTE:
• You must install an air pressure regula-
tor (F) on each gun air line to control air
pressure to the gun. See FIG.6.
• If your regulated air source does not
have a filter, install an air filter (G) on
each air line to ensure a dry, clean air
supply to the gun. Dirt and moisture can
ruin the appearance of your finished
workpiece. See FIG.6.
• Install a bleed type air shutoff valve (E)
on each gun air supply line, down-
stream of the gun air regulator, to shut
off air to the gun.
1. For manifolds with a separate ATOM and
FAN port, the gun cylinder, fan, and atomi-
zation air must be supplied and regulated
separately. For the manual fan valve mani-
fold, only one supply line is required for
both atomization and fan air.
NOTE: The gun atomizing and fan air inlets
are 3/8 in. O.D. tubing. The cylinder air inlet
accepts 1/4 in. (6.3 mm) O.D. tubing. Use 3/8
in. (9.5 mm) O.D. tubing for fan and atomiza-
tion air to minimize excessive pressure drop in
the hoses.
2. Connect each air hose (D) to a regulated
air supply line (H).
Connect Fluid Hose
NOTE:
• Before connecting the fluid line, blow it
out with air and flush it with solvent. Use
solvent that is compatible with the fluid
to be sprayed.
• Install a fluid regulator (L) on the fluid
line to control fluid pressure to the gun.
• Install a fluid shutoff valve (M) to shut off
the fluid supply to the gun.
• Filter the fluid line of coarse particles
and sediment to avoid clogging the fluid
nozzle and causing finishing defects.
Inline fluid filter 24B707 is available.
See Accessories, page 34.
1. Connect the fluid supply hose (J) to the gun
fluid inlet (S), 1/4 npsm thread. See FIG.8.
2. Connect the other end of the fluid hose (J)
to a regulated fluid supply outlet (M).
3. In a circulating system, connect a
grounded fluid return hose to the gun fluid
outlet (T). See FIG.8.
In a non-circulating system, remove the
gun fluid outlet fitting (T) and plug the outlet
port with the pipe plug supplied. See FIG.8.
FIG. 6: Connect Air Line
ti01990
H
GFED
FIG. 7: Connect Fluid Hose.
M
L
K
J
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Setup
313516C 15
Flush Spray Gun
Before running any paint through the spray
gun:
1. Flush the gun with a solvent that is compat-
ible with the fluid to be sprayed, using the
lowest possible fluid pressure and a
grounded metal container.
2. Perform Pressure Relief Procedure; see
page 18.
Position Air Cap
Air caps are factory-set with the alignment pin
(A) set to a vertical spray pattern. To change
the air cap to a horizontal spray pattern, use a
1/6 in. hex wrench to unscrew the alignment
pin (A) and relocate it to the horizontal spray
pattern hole. When relocating the pin use low
strength thread locker. Torque to 1.5-2.5 in-lb
(0.2-0.3 N•m). Do not overtighten. Refer to
FIG.9.
FIG. 8: Manifold Ports
FAN ATOM
CYL
KEY
N Cylinder Air Inlet: accepts 1/4 in. (6.3 mm) O.D. tubing
P Atomization Air Inlet: 3/8 in, (9.5 mm) O.D. tubing
R Fan Air Inlet: 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) O.D. tubing
S Fluid Inlet: 1/4 npsm
T Fluid Outlet (circulating gun only): 1/4 npsm
N
S (or T)T (or S)
RP
N
S (or T)
T (or S)
RP
ti8096a
ti8097a
Side Mounted Manifold Ports
Bottom Mounted Manifold Ports
FAN ATOM
CYL
FIG. 9: Position Air Cap
Vertical Pattern
Horizontal Pattern
ti8171a
ti8170a
A
ti8172a

Setup
16 313516C
Adjust Spray Pattern
Use the fluid pressure regulator to adjust the
spray gun fluid flow. Some models are
equipped with a fluid control knob to make pre-
cise fluid flow adjustments.
Follow these steps to establish the correct fluid
flow and air flow:
1. To achieve desired flow, adjust the fluid flow
using the fluid pressure regulator (L)
installed in the gun fluid line. Typical indus-
trial flow rates will vary with regulator pres-
sures from 5 to 30 psi (34 to 210 kPa, 0.3 to
2.1 bar). If the fluid pressure is too low at
the desired flow rate, install a smaller noz-
zle. If the fluid pressure is too high, install a
larger nozzle.
For spray guns equipped with the fluid con-
trol knob, you can make flow rate changes
at the spray gun. Rotate the fluid control
knob clockwise to reduce the flow.
NOTE: A larger fluid nozzle at a reduced fluid
pressure will maintain the same flow rate, but
the fluid stream (velocity) will slow down.
When air is applied, the lower velocity allows
the air to act on the fluid longer, which
improves atomization.
2. Using the air pressure regulator (F), set the
fan and atomizing air supply pressure per
Table 1. Use these suggested settings as a
starting point.
Do not exceed 100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7 bar)
maximum fluid and air pressure. Higher
pressures can cause parts to rupture and
result in serious injury.
NOTICE
Use caution when operating the fluid con-
trol knob near the closed position. The
plastic needle tip may be damaged if
forced too hard against the nozzle seat by
the fluid control knob.
FIG. 10: Fluid Pressure Regulator
Table 1: Suggested Starting Settings
Spray Gun Fan Air (psi)
Atomization
Air (psi)
Conventional 35 35
HVLP 25 25
Compliant 25 25
L
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Setup
313516C 17
NOTE: HVLP and Compliant Gun Limits
HVLP Guns: local laws may limit the maximum
pressure to 10 psi (70 kPa, 0.7 bar) at the air
cap for compliance. See the table on page 7
for maximum HVLP/Compliant manifold inlet
pressures. To measure pressure at the air cap,
use the appropriate HVLP Pressure Verifica-
tion Kit. See Accessories, page 34.
Compliant Guns: See the table on page 7 for
maximum HVLP/Compliant manifold inlet pres-
sures.
3. Test the spray pattern atomization while
keeping the gun a consistent distance,
about 6 to 8 inches (150 to 200 mm), from
the test piece.
Check the atomization quality. Increase the
gun atomizing air supply pressure with the
air pressure regulator in 5 psi (34 kPa, 0.3
bar) increments until you obtain the desired
atomization.
NOTE: For the best transfer efficiency, use the
lowest setting needed to achieve desired finish
quality.
4. If the spray pattern is too wide or split,
reduce the fan air pressure (or slightly
close the fan adjustment valve on manifold
288223).
To further control the spray pattern of air-
spray guns only, use an alternate air cap.
For a list of available air caps, refer to
Accessories, page 34.
NOTE: Reducing the fan air pressure to 0 psi
(or fully closing the fan adjustment valve) will
produce a round pattern.
FIG. 11: Air Pressure Regulator
F
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Operation
18 313516C
Operation
Pressure Relief Procedure
1. Turn off all bleed type air valves and all
other air and fluid supplies to the gun.
2. Trigger the gun into a grounded metal
waste container to relieve air and fluid pres-
sure.
Apply Fluid
The spray gun has a built-in lead and lag oper-
ation. When triggered, the gun begins emitting
air before the fluid is discharged. When the
trigger actuation air is stopped, the fluid stops
before the air flow stops. This helps ensure
that the spray is atomized and prevents fluid
buildup on the air cap and tip.
Adjust the system control device, if it is auto-
matic, so the gun starts spraying just before
meeting the part and stops as soon as the part
has passed.
To achieve best results when applying fluid:
• Keep gun perpendicular and 6 to 8 in.
(150 to 200 mm) from object being
sprayed.
• Use smooth, parallel strokes across sur-
face to be sprayed with 50% overlap.
FIG. 12: Pressure Relief
ti8174a
FIG. 13: Correct Spray Method
ti8098a
ti8099a
Correct
Incorrect

Operation
313516C 19
Daily Gun Care
NOTICE
Methylene chloride with formic or propi-
onic acid is not recommended as a flush-
ing or cleaning solvent with this gun as it
will damage aluminum and nylon compo-
nents.
NOTICE
Solvent left in gun air passages could result in a poor quality paint finish. Do not
use any cleaning method which may allow solvent into the gun air passages.
Do not point the gun up while cleaning it.
Do not immerse the gun in solvent.
Do not wipe the gun with a cloth soaked
in solvent; wring out the excess.
Do not use metal tools to clean the air
cap holes as this may scratch them;
scratches can distort the spray pattern.
ti8100a
ti8101a
ti4827a
ti8175a

Operation
20 313516C
General System Maintenance
• Perform Pressure Relief Procedure,
page 18.
• Clean the fluid and air line filters daily.
• Check for any fluid leakage from the gun
and fluid hoses. Tighten fittings or replace
equipment as needed.
• Flush the gun before changing colors and
whenever you are done operating the gun.
Clean and Flush Gun
1. Perform Pressure Relief Procedure,
page 18.
2. Shut off the gun fan and atomizing air.
3. Supply a compatible solvent to the gun fluid
inlet.
4. Point the gun down into a grounded metal
container, and flush the gun with solvent
until all traces of paint are removed from
the gun passages.
5. Perform Pressure Relief Procedure,
page 18.
6. Disconnect the solvent supply.
7. Remove the air cap retaining ring and air
cap.
8. Clean the air cap retaining ring, air cap,
and fluid nozzle with solvent.
9. Dip the end of a soft-bristle brush into a
compatible solvent. Do not continuously
soak the brush's bristles with solvent and
do not use a wire brush.
10.With the gun pointed down, clean the front
of the gun, using the soft-bristle brush and
solvent.
11.Scrub the air cap retaining ring, air cap,
and fluid nozzle with the soft-bristle brush
(see FIG. 15). To clean out air cap holes,
use a soft implement, such as a toothpick,
to avoid damaging critical surfaces. Clean
the air cap and fluid nozzle daily, minimum.
Some applications require more frequent
cleaning.
12.Install the air cap retaining ring and air cap.
13.Dampen a soft cloth with solvent and wring
out the excess. Point the gun down and
wipe off the outside of the gun.
NOTICE
Trigger the gun or remove the piston cap
whenever you tighten or remove the noz-
zle. This keeps the needle seat away from
the nozzle seating surface and prevents
the seat from being damaged.
FIG. 14: Use solvent-dipped soft-bristle brush
FIG. 15: Clean air cap, ring and fluid nozzle
ti4845a
ti8176a