Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
Low or No Fluid/Pressure Output
Motor runs but pump does not stroke
26
Relieve pressure; page 22.
Mechanical/Fluid Flow
CAUSE
1
Spray tip worn
2
Spray tip clogged
3
Paint supply
4
Intake strainer clogged
5
Intake valve ball and piston ball are not
seating properly
6
Filter clogged
7
Prime valve leaking
8
Verify pump does not continue to stroke
when gun trigger is released. (Prime valve
not leaking.)
9
Leaking around throat packing nut which
may indicate worn or damaged packings.
See page 35
10
Pump rod damage
11
Low stall pressure
1
Displacement pump pin damaged or
missing, page 35
2
Connecting rod assembly damaged,
page 38
3
Gears or drive housing damaged,
page 38
Troubleshooting
SOLUTION
1
Follow Pressure Relief Procedure
Warning, then replace tip. See your
separate gun or tip manual
2
Relieve pressure. Check and clean spray
tip
3
Refill and reprime pump
4
Remove and clean, then reinstall; or do
not use strainer
5
Remove intake valve and clean. Check
balls and seats for nicks; replace if
necessary, page 35. Strain paint before
using to remove particles that could clog
pump
6
Relieve pressure. Check and clean filter;
or do not use filter
7
Relieve pressure. Repair prime valve
8
Service pump. See page 35
9
Replace packings, page 35. Also check
piston valve seat for hardened paint or
nicks and replace if necessary. Tighten
packing nut/wet-cup
10
Repair pump, page 35
11
Do either or both:
a
Turn pressure control knob fully
clockwise. Make sure pressure control
knob is properly installed to allow full
clockwise position
b
Try a new pressure transducer
1
Replace pump pin if missing. Be sure
retainer spring is fully in groove all around
connecting rod, page 35
2
Replace connecting rod assembly,
page 38
3
Inspect drive housing assembly and
gears for damage and replace if
necessary, page 38
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