User manual GRACO TX 65

[. . . ] To reduce risk of serious injury, including electric shock and splashing fluid in eyes, follow Pressure Relief Procedure on page 6 before servicing the unit. Route hoses away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts and hot surfaces. Do not expose Graco hoses to temperatures above 130° F (55° C) or below -35° F (-37° C). Dispose of hazardous fluid according to all local, state and national guidelines. [. . . ] Point gun into waste bucket and pull trigger to pump water through the system. Turn on Air compressor and open gun valve to desired setting. ti9775a ti8376a 10. Continue to trigger gun and spray into waste bucket until a steady stream of material sprays out of gun. 13. To achieve uniform spray pattern, adjust air valve and flow adjustment nut on gun. Fluid flow will be restricted if the material hose is kinked. 8 Mixing Material Mixing Material Correct material mixture is essential. Mix the material in a separate container before pouring it into hopper. Use Material Thickness Gauge to determine mixture is thin enough to spray. *The Material Thickness Gauge will only determine if the material is thin enough to pass through the pump. For some applications or for higher speed spraying, your mixture may need to be thinner. (18 kg) bag of texture material to 5-6 gallons (18. 9-22. 7 liters) of clean water as instructed on the bag instructions. After texture material is thoroughly mixed, gently set ball end of Material Thickness Gauge on surface of mixture. For an accurate test, be sure gauge is completely dry and clean every time it is used. When the material is thin enough to spray the ball will sink completely into the mixture. ti2498a 6. If the ball does not sink completely into the mixture within 10 seconds, add more water, agitate and try test again. Slowly add approximately 2 to 4 qts (1. 9 to 3. 8 liters) of water to a 5 gallon (18. 9 liter) bucket of premix. ti2496 ti2498a 2. Agitate to mix, using a half-inch, variable speed drill with mixing paddle, to a smooth, lump-free consistency. 2. Agitate to mix, using a half-inch, variable speed drill with a mixing paddle, to a smooth, lump-free consistency. After texture material is thoroughly mixed, gently set ball end of Material Thickness Gauge on surface of mixture. For an accurate test, be sure gauge is completely dry and clean every time it is used. ti2497#1 3. When the material is thin enough to spray the ball will sink completely into the mixture. If the ball does not sink completely into the mixture within 10 seconds, add more water, agitate and try test again. 9 Spray Techniques Spray Techniques Recommended Nozzle Selection Chart Application Simulated Acoustic Orange peel Splatter coat Knockdown 1 2 · Nozzle Size2 6 mm, white (fine to medium) Air Volume1 medium to high medium to high low to medium low Set air compression at a minimum of 25 psi. Additional air pressure may be needed for thicker materials or when product is applied to ceilings. To Get Less Material Try one or a combination of these methods: · · · Open air valve. [. . . ] THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE, AND IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Graco's sole obligation and buyer's sole remedy for any breach of warranty shall be as set forth above. The buyer agrees that no other remedy (including, but not limited to, incidental or consequential damages for lost profits, lost sales, injury to person or property, or any other incidental or consequential loss) shall be available. Any action for breach of warranty must be brought within two (2) years of the date of sale. [. . . ]