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cleanup
Special cleanup instructions for use with flammable
solvents:
• Always flush spray gun preferably outside and at least one
hose length from spray pump.
• If collecting flushed solvents in a one gallon metal container,
place it into an empty five gallon container, then flush solvents.
• Area must be free of flammable vapors.
• Follow all cleanup instructions.
ImPOrTaNT: The sprayer, hose, and gun should be cleaned
thoroughly after daily use. Failure to do so permits material to
build up, seriously affecting the performance of the unit.
always spray at minimum pressure with the gun
nozzle tip removed when using mineral spirits or any
other solvent to clean the sprayer, hose, or gun. Static
electricity buildup may result in a fire or explosion in
the presence of flammable vapors.
1. Follow the “Pressure Relief Procedure” found in the Operation
section of this manual.
2. Remove the gun tip and tip guard and clean with a brush
using the appropriate solvent.
3. Place the siphon tube into a container of the appropriate
solvent. Examples of the appropriate solvent are water for
latex paint or mineral spirits for oil-based paints.
4. Place the return hose into a metal waste container.
5. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve down to its PRIME position.
NOTE: Hold the return hose in the waste container when
moving the PrImE/SPray valve to PrImE in case the
sprayer is pressurized.
RAPID
CLEAN
6. Set the pressure to RAPID CLEAN by turning
the pressure control knob to its RAPID
CLEAN position.
7. Turn on the sprayer by moving the ON/OFF
switch to the ON position.
8. Allow the solvent to circulate through the
unit and flush the paint out of the return hose into the metal
waste container.
9. Turn off the sprayer by moving the ON/OFF switch to the OFF
position.
10. Move the PRIME/SPRAY valve up to its SPRAY position.
11. Turn on the sprayer.
Ground the gun by holding it against
the edge of the metal container while
flushing. Failure to do so may lead to
a static electric discharge, which may
cause a fire.
12. Trigger the gun into the metal waste container until the paint
is flushed out of the hose and solvent is coming out of the
gun.
13. Continue to trigger the spray gun into the waste container
until the solvent coming out of the gun is clean.
NOTE: For long-term or cold weather storage, pump
mineral sprits through the entire system.
For short-term storage when using latex paint,
pump water mixed with Titan Liquid Shield through
the entire system (see the accessories section of this
manual for part number).
14. Follow the “Pressure Relief Procedure” found in the Operation
section of this manual.
15. Unplug the unit and store in a clean, dry area.
ImPOrTaNT: Do not store the unit under pressure.
maintenance
Before proceeding, follow the Pressure relief
Procedure outlined previously in this manual.
additionally, follow all other warnings to reduce the
risk of an injection injury, injury from moving parts
or electric shock. always unplug the sprayer before
servicing!
General repair and Service Notes
The following tools are needed when repairing this sprayer:
Phillips Screwdriver
3/8” Hex Wrench
Needle Nose Pliers
5/16” Hex Wrench
Adjustable Wrench
1/4” Hex Wrench
Rubber Mallet
3/16” Hex Wrench
Flat-blade Screwdriver
5/32” Hex Wrench
5/64” Hex Wrench
1. Before repairing any part of the sprayer, read the instructions
carefully, including all warnings.
ImPOrTaNT: Never pull on a wire to disconnect it. Pulling on a
wire could loosen the connector from the wire.
2. Test your repair before regular operation of the sprayer to be
sure that the problem is corrected. If the sprayer does not
operate properly, review the repair procedure to determine if
everything was done correctly. Refer to the Troubleshooting
Charts to help identify other possible problems.
3. Make certain that the service area is well ventilated in case
solvents are used during cleaning. Always wear protective
eyewear while servicing. Additional protective equipment
may be required depending on the type of cleaning solvent.
Always contact the supplier of solvents for recommendations.
4. If you have any further questions concerning your Titan Airless
Sprayer, call Titan:
Customer Service ................................................ 1-800-526-5362
Fax
................................................................. 1-800-528-4826
