Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 236-531 Graco Inc.
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308–236 Rev . J Supersedes Rev . H First choice when quality counts. 01472A Model 235–463 Model 235–460 01471 INSTRUCTIONS-P ARTS LIST INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important warnings and information.
T able of Contents W arnings 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installation/Operation 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pressure Relief Procedure 5 . . . . . .
W ARNING INJECTION HAZARD Spray from the gun, leaks or ruptured components can inject fluid into your body and cause extremely serious injury , including the need for amputation. Fluid splashed in the eyes or on the skin can also cause serious injury .
4 308-236 W ARNING FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Improper grounding, poor ventilation, open flames or sparks can cause a hazardous condition and result in a fire or explosion and serious injury . If there is any static sparking or you feel an electric shock while using this equipment, stop spray- ing immediately .
308-236 5 Installation/Operation Pressure Relief Procedure W ARNING INJECTION HAZARD The system pressure must be manually relieved to prevent the system from starting or spraying accidentally . Fluid under high pressure can be injected through the skin and cause serious injury .
Installation/Operation How to Use the Gun 1. Connect a grounded fluid hose to the gun inlet. See Fig. 2. 2. With no tip installed, start the pump. Flush the pump according to the instructions supplied with it. Prime the system with the fluid.
Installation/Operation How to Clean the Spray Tip and Clear a Spray Tip Obstruction W ARNING To reduce the risk of fluid injection or splashing in the eyes or on the skin, do not hold a hand, body or rag in front of the spray tip when cleaning or checking a clogged tip.
Installation/Operation How to Check the Gun Diffuser Operation W ARNING The Fine–Finish Gun, Model 235–462, uses a pre–orifice in the seat to develop the type of spray pattern required for fine finishes.
Service CAUTION Do not attempt to install an old style needle in this gun. The front of the new needle is marked with a + below the Graco symbol. Notes: Use Needle Kit 235–475 for Model 235–462 and Repair Kit 235–474 for the other models.
10 308-236 Service 7. Slide the rear of the needle (2c*) into the front of the gun. Slide the tool (B), provided with the repair kit, into the gun, around the needle. Lightly tap the tool with a hammer or lightly press the tool against a flat surface to seat the needle.
308-236 11 Parts 1 2d* 2a* 2b* 2c* 8 9 10 11 12 13 01477A 6 16 17 1 2 Lubricate, then torque to 20-25 ft-lb (27-34 N.m) 3 4 T orque to 30-40 in-lb (3.4–4.
12 308-236 Parts Model 235–462, Series C Includes the Fine-Finish (non-reversing) DripLess t T ip Guard and 2 finger trigger . Includes items 1 to 15.
308-236 13 Accessories FIL TERS 3000 psi (210 bar) Maximum Working Pressure. Adequate filtering is important for a good surface finish and to minimize tip clogging. These filters provide secondary filtering. V arious screen meshes are avail - able. Mounts in hose 213–068 Includes filter body , spring and one 100 mesh screen.
14 308-236 T echnical Data Category Data Maximum fluid working pressure 5000 psi (345 bar) Fluid orifice size Model 235–462: 0.037 in. (0.94 mm) All other models: 0.
308-236 15 Notes.
16 308-236 Graco W arranty Graco warrants all equipment listed in this manual which is manufactured by Graco and bearing its name to be free from defects in material and workmanship on the date of sale by an authorized Graco distributor to the original purchaser for use.
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