PROBLEM
Motor does not run.
Motor overheats.
Motor has a low hum but does not
spray.
Motor seems to be running properly
but doesn't spray.
Sprayed material is spitting or globbing
up.
Paint/stain spray overspray is
excessive.
Paint/stain runs or sags on the work
surface.
Paint/stain is leaking behind the spray
tip.
* Although unlikely, a worn piston is possible. A replacement piston can be purchased by calling customer service at
1-800-525-2579. Follow the instructions in Cleaning the Sprayer for Storage to access the piston for replacement.
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AFTER FRENCH AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS.
TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUSE
Sprayer is not plugged in.
Breaker is tripped.
Piston has seized up.
Extension cord is too long.
Continuous spray operation.
Piston has seized up.
Suction tube and filter are loose or
damaged.
Atomizer valve is clogged or worn
out.
Material being sprayed is too thick.
Plugged spray tip or intake filter;
worn piston.
Paint container volume is getting low.
Material being sprayed is too thick.
Suction tube is loose.
Atomizer valve is clogged or worn
out.
Worn spray tip or piston.
Material being sprayed has been
shaken and has air pockets
Spray tip is too far from the surface
being sprayed.
Proper paint methods not being
observed.
Spray tip is loose.
Atomizer valve is worn or not positioned
properly.
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POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Make sure unit is plugged in.
Reset breaker.
Thoroughly clean the sprayer using long-
term storage cleaning instructions in the
Maintenance section of this manual.
Use only the size extension cord
recommended previously in this manual.
Release trigger at the end of each pass to
allow the motor to cool.
Thoroughly clean the sprayer using long-
term storage cleaning instructions in the
Maintenance section of this manual.
Reinstall or replace suction tube and filter
as needed.
Clean or replace atomizer valve.
Follow material manufacturer's directions
and thin material as needed.
Thoroughly clean the sprayer and, if
necessary, replace piston*, using storage
cleaning instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
Refill paint container.
Follow material manufacturer's directions
to thin material as needed.
Reinstall suction tube securely.
Clean or replace atomizer valve.
Clean or replace spray tip or piston*.
Allow material to sit for approximately 1
hour.
Hold sprayer closer to the surface being
sprayed.
Refer to Operating the Sprayer earlier in
this manual.
Tighten spray tip.
Replace or reposition atomizer valve as
needed.