TOUCH UP SPRAY GUN 66871 SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools®. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. SAVE THIS MANUAL. Copyright© 2009 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved.
IMPORTANT: Clean the Spray Gun IMMEDIATELY after use. Improper cleaning will cause the Spray Gun not to work.
SAVE THIS MANUAL NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury. Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
tool. Distractions are able to result in the loss of control of the tool. Personal safety a. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the tool increases the risk of injury to persons. b. Avoid unintentional starting. Be sure the trigger is released before connecting to the air supply.
g. Disconnect air supply. Disconnect air hose when not in use, when changing accessories, and during maintenance. h. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that affects the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools. There is a risk of bursting if the tool is damaged. i. Use only accessories that are identified by the manufacturer for the specific tool model.
Symbol spray guns. Many spray guns contain aluminum, which reacts strongly to chlorinated solvents. If you have any doubt about potential chemical reactions, contact the solvent or coating manufacturer. Property or statement WARNING marking concerning Risk of Eye Injury. Wear ANSI-approved eye protection. WARNING marking concerning Risk of Respiratory Injury. Wear NIOSHapproved dust mask/respirator. WARNING marking concerning Risk of Explosion. 5.
approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.) WARNING: The brass components of this product contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive harm). (California Health & Safety code § 25249.5, et seq.) 11. Attach all accessories properly to the tool before connecting the air supply.
refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION Specifications Unpacking Operating Air Pressure 45-60 PSI Paint Capacity 6.75 fluid oz Air Inlet 1/4” - 18 NPS Nozzle Size .06” (1.5 mm) Feed Type Siphon Air Consumption 4.7 CFM @ 45 PSI 6.2 CFM @ 60 PSI When unpacking, make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible.
vice, as shown in the diagram above. An in-line shutoff ball valve is an important safety device because it controls the air supply even if the air hose is ruptured. The shutoff valve should be a ball valve because it can be closed quickly. allow it to build up pressure until it cycles off. 7. Adjust the air compressor’s output regulator so that the air output is enough to properly power the spray gun, but the output will not exceed the spray gun’s Operating Air Pressure at any time.
IMPORTANT: Clean the Spray Gun IMMEDIATELY after use. Improper cleaning will cause the Spray Gun not to work. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. Inspect spray gun before use, looking for damaged, loose, and missing parts. If any problems are found, do not use spray gun until repaired.
IMPORTANT: Clean the Spray Gun IMMEDIATELY after use. Improper cleaning will cause the Spray Gun not to work. Fan Direction Lock Ring Horizontal Fan Air Cap pattern. Turn it Clockwise for a round spray pattern - see Figure 2. 3. Turn the Fluid Control Knob clockwise until it is fully closed. 4. After setting up a piece of scrap material, squeeze the Trigger in short bursts while tuning the Fluid Control Knob counterclockwise and observe the spray patterns until you see the pattern you want.
IMPORTANT: Clean the Spray Gun IMMEDIATELY after use. Improper cleaning will cause the Spray Gun not to work. the Trigger. When you are finished spraying, release the Trigger before you stop moving the Spray Gun. Doing so will eliminate distinct overlaps, producing a blended (feathered) affect - See Figure 4. General Operating Instructions Note: Before spraying, mask all objects you do not want sprayed and lay cloths (not included) on the floors.
IMPORTANT: Clean the Spray Gun IMMEDIATELY after use. Improper cleaning will cause the Spray Gun not to work properly. Materials dry quickly which will render the gun useless. It is extremely difficult to remove dry paint from small passages within the Gun. USER-MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.
IMPORTANT: Clean the Spray Gun IMMEDIATELY after use. Improper cleaning will cause the Spray Gun not to work properly. Materials dry quickly which will render the gun useless. It is extremely difficult to remove dry paint from small passages within the Gun. 4. 5. After disconnecting, be aware that air pressure may still remain in the Spray Gun. Point the Spray Gun into the spent solvent container and squeeze the Trigger again to make sure no air remains.
IMPORTANT: The Spray Gun must be cleaned immediately after use. Improper cleaning is a common reason for the Spray Gun not to work. Troubleshooting Spray Pattern Diagnosis The drawings on the left below resemble symptoms of spray pattern problems. Please refer to the accompanying possible problems and solutions if you are experiencing similar difficulties. Problem Possible Causes 1. The Pattern Control Knob is partially closed. 2. The material is too thick. 3. The air pressure is too low.
IMPORTANT: The Spray Gun must be cleaned immediately after use. Improper cleaning is a common reason for the Spray Gun not to work. Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Likely Solutions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 1. Improper application speed. 2. Improper distance from workpiece. 3. Too much air pressure. Fluid Tip Leakage 1. Dirty tip. 2. Tight Packing Nut. 3. Broken fluid needle spring. 4. Worn or damaged tip. Air Leaking from 1. Dirty air valve/seat. Air Cap 2. Sticking air valve. 3. Damaged air valve spring. 4.
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ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM 14 16 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 15 17 18 4 19 1 2 5 6 3 Record Product’s Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. SKU 66871 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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