Troubleshooting
Always depressurize the sprayer, remove all chemical solution and clean the sprayer before making repairs.
PROBLEM: Pump works hard or does not pressurize the tank.
CAUSE: Plunger o-ring either not lubricated or damaged.
SOLUTION: Apply petroleum jelly or similar lubricant around outside of plunger o-ring. Check for cracks or other damage and replace if
necessary.
PROBLEM: Spray solution or air leaks into pump cylinder.
CAUSE: Check valve on bottom of cylinder is prevented from sealing by dirt, residue or damage.
SOLUTION: Remove the pump assembly and examine the check valve. Clean if dirty; replace if necessary.
PROBLEM: Hose leaks air at tank connection.
CAUSE: (1)Tank nut is loose or (2) hose insert o-ring is damaged.
SOLUTION: (1) Tighten hose tank nut or (2) replace hose insert o-ring.
PROBLEM: Flow control leaks.
CAUSE: Improper assembly or cracked.
SOLUTION: Refer to "Assembly for Wand" instructions, replace if necessary.
PROBLEM: Bad spray pattern or low spray volume.
CAUSE: (1) Nozzle is clogged or (2) low pressure in sprayer.
SOLUTION: (1) Remove nozzle and clean; remove wand and clean. If wand cannot be unclogged, replace it or (2) repressurize the tank.
PROBLEM: Nozzle leaks when flow control is closed.
CAUSE: Flow control remaining open (lever is locked on).
SOLUTION: Completely disassemble flow control. Inspect all components, clean and lubricate all seals or replace flow control.
PROBLEM: Leak at tank opening.
CAUSE: (1) Pump assembly not sealed tightly into tank or (2) dry or damaged pump cylinder gasket or o-ring.
SOLUTION: (1) Thoroughly clean pump cylinder gasket or o-ring and surrounding area and apply grease or petroleum jelly to pump gasket or
o-ring or (2) Replace gasket or o-ring.
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