Troubleshooting Guide

ManualsBrandsGraco ManualsPaintTrueCoat 360 Airless Paint Sprayer

For portable spray applications of water-based and oil-based

non-flammable architectural paints and coatings only.

For Household Use Only.

Not approved for use in explosive atmospheres or hazardous locations.

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Have a Question?

Call toll-free:

1-888-541-9788

Or visit us at:

www.paintsprayersbygraco.com

333394L

Important Safety Instructions

Read all warnings and instructions in this manual and on the

unit, including the power cord. Be familiar with the controls and

the proper usage of the equipment. Save these instructions.

Owners Manual

Project Series Paint Sprayers

WARNING

To avoid fire and explosion, use only

non-flammable or water-based materials, or

non-flammable paint thinners. Do not use

materials which state “FLAMMABLE” on the

packaging. For more information about your

material, request SDS from distributor or retailer.

Use oil based materials outdoors or in a

well-ventilated area with a flow of fresh air.

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Scan QR code or click on link for

operational video.

http://graco.com/tc360opvid

Summary of content (9 pages)

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Owners Manual 333394L EN Project Series Paint Sprayers Important Safety Instructions Read all warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit, including the power cord. Be familiar with the controls and the proper usage of the equipment. Save these instructions. Scan QR code or click on link for operational video. http://graco.com/tc360opvid ti23409b WARNING To avoid fire and explosion, use only non-flammable or water-based materials, or non-flammable paint thinners.
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Important User Information Important User Information Thank You for Your Purchase! Before using your sprayer read this Owners Manual for complete instructions on proper use and safety warnings. Congratulations! You have purchased a high-quality paint sprayer made by Graco Inc. This sprayer is designed to provide superior spray performance with water-based and oil-based (mineral spirit-type) architectural paints and coatings.
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Important Safety Information Important Safety Information The following warnings are for the setup, use, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. The exclamation point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbols refer to procedure-specific risks. When these symbols appear in the body of this manual or on warning labels, refer back to these Warnings. Product-specific hazard symbols and warnings not covered in this section may appear throughout the body of this manual where applicable.
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Important Safety Information WARNING WARNING FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD SKIN INJECTION HAZARD High-pressure spray is able to inject toxins into the body and cause serious bodily injury. In the event that injection occurs, get immediate surgical treatment. Flammable fumes, such as solvent and paint fumes, in work area can ignite or explode. To help prevent fire and explosion: • Sprayer generates sparks. Do not • • spray or flush with flammable liquids.
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Important Safety Information WARNING WARNING PRESSURIZED ALUMINUM PARTS HAZARD EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD Misuse can cause death or serious injury. Use of fluids that are incompatible with aluminum in pressurized equipment can cause serious chemical reaction and equipment rupture. Failure to follow this warning can result in death, serious injury, or property damage. • Always wear appropriate gloves, eye • • • • • • • protection, and a respirator or mask when painting.
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Have a Question? Call toll-free: Check everything in this Troubleshooting Table before you bring the sprayer to an authorized service center. 1-888-541-9788 Or visit us at: www.paintsprayersbygraco.com Sprayer Diagnostics Problem ti24021a Cause Solution Sprayer makes no sound Power supply. when trigger is pulled Motor has overheated. Verify power to sprayer. Wait 20-30 minutes for motor to cool. Electronic control failure. Replace electronic control.
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution On models with a dual speed control switch, set speed control switch to HIGH. On variable speed models, increase speed until unit sprays. No or low material in material cup. Refill FlexLiner with material and prime the pump. See Refilling FlexLiner, page 11. See Unclogging Spray Tip, Sprayer sprays with poor Spray tip is partially clogged. page 20. results Spray tip is not in correct position Rotate spray tip to SPRAY position.
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Troubleshooting Spray Pattern Diagnostics Problem Cause Spray pattern is pulsating: Slow speed of movement. Spray tip is clogged. Unclog spray tip or clean spray tip see Unclogging Spray Tip, page 20. On models with a dual speed control switch, set speed control to HIGH. On variable speed models, increase speed until desired pattern is achieved. Hold sprayer farther away from surface. Switch to black (12”) spray tip. See Installing Spray Tips, page 19.
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause Spray pattern is too narrow: ti15523a ti15523a Sprayer is too close to target surface. Incorrect spray tip for application of material. Spray tip is worn or damaged. Sprayer is too far away from target surface. Incorrect spray tip for application of material. Spray pattern is too wide: Solution Move sprayer away from surface 10 in. (25 cm) Install different size spray tip. See Installing Spray Tips, page 19. Replace spray tip. See Installing Spray Tips, page 19.