Harbor Freight Tools 2_1/2 gal. Air Pressure Paint Tank Product manual
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1. Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead MAINTENANCE Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts Item 66839 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 11 Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities criminal activity improper installation normal wear and tear or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepa2. and Diagram cccceee 11 SOUP tei its E 6 WOITAIMY ere n stcteeenncreeesacddeeliiaties 12 Operation esceeas deli cduels Siena 8 wn gt A m lt WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS This is the safety alert symbol Itis used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death e w a w CAUTION Addresses practices not related to personal injury Symbol Property or statement Property or statement PSI Pounds per square inch of pressure WARNING marking concerning Risk of Eye Injury Cubic Feet per Minute flow Wear ANSI approved eye protection WARNING marking concerning SCFM aie palates now Risk of Respiratory Injury Wear NIOSH approved dust mask respirator National pipe thread tapered WARNING marking concerning NPS National pipe thread straight Risk of Explosion IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS WARNING When using tools basic precautions should always be followed including the following General To reduce the risks of electric shock fire and injury to persons read all the instructions before using the tool Work Area 1 Keep the work area clean and well lighted 2 Keep bystanders children and visitors away Cluttered benches and dark areas increase the while operating the tool Distractions are able risks of electric sho
3. are found do not use tool until repaired Tool Set Up 1 Relieve all air pressure in the Tank 1 by 6 Pour the prepared and strained paint into the Tank pulling the ring on the Safety Valve 9 until the pressure bleeds down Note As an alternative an entire can of properly thinned and strained paint can be placed inside the tank 2 Loosen the Lid Screws 13 and This method reduces the need for cleanup swing the Clamps 14 open Do not move the tank if using this method to limit spilling 3 Set the Lid 3 aside 7 Replace the Lid 3 close the Clamps 14 and Lid Screws 13 4 Mix and prepare the paint coating according to the manufacturer s directions 8 Connect the air supply hose to the air inlet fitting on the Tank regulator 5 Strain the paint using a fine mesh screen to keep foreign matter and lumps from 9 Attach the sprayer air hose to the air outlet fitting clogging the Tank s passageways which is directly opposite the air inlet fitting WARNING The equipment connected to the Tank or hose outlet must have a higher pressure rating than the regulated air pressure in the Tank x Workpiece and Work Area Set Up A gt 1 Designate a work area that is clean and well lit 3 Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps The work area must not allow access by children not included to prevent movement while working 2 or pets to prevent distraction and injury Z 4 There must not be hazardous object
4. as soon as work is finished for the day Cleaning 1 Turn OFF the main air supply to the Paint Tank 8 Empty and clean the Paint Tank and clean the parts that come into contact with 2 Relieve all pressure from the Paint Tank by the paint Use a suitable solvent turning the regulator T handle counterclockwise and then pull the ring on the safety valve 9 Pour the solvent into the Paint Tank until the pressure bleeds down 10 Replace the lid and tighten the 3 Loosen the Lid Screws and tip the lid clamps back Lid screws and clamps 4 Tip the Paint Tank lid to one side 11 Spray until clean solvent appears 5 Loosen the spray gun air cap retaining 12 Repeat steps 4 through 7 ring about three turns lt 13 Ensure that the ports to the safety valve gauge and 6 Turn on the air supply outlets are free of hardened paint or other materials a which could prevent the free movement of air fo 7 Cup a cloth over the spray gun air cap and pull the trigger This forces the paint back Note Occasionally check the gauge through the hose and into the Paint Tank The needle should return to zero with the pressure off CENTRAL Item 66839 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 9 2 Z par m Z gt Z O m User Maintenance Instructions Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician AWARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENT
5. AL OPERATION Detach the air supply and pull on safety valve until all pressure is released before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE Do not use damaged equipment If abnormal noise vibration or leaking air occurs have the problem corrected before further use Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication Note These procedures are in addition to the regular checks and maintenance explained as part of the regular operation of the air operated tool BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of the tool Check for e loose hardware or housing e misalignment or binding of moving parts e cracked or broken parts and e any other condition that may affect its safe operation Troubleshooting Possible Cause Possible Solution Air escapes from the port A broken or damaged diaphragm Replace the diaphragm on the regulator cap Pressure drops slowly on the gauge A dirty or worn valve Clean or replace the valve seat seat in the regulator Paint tends to settle in tank rapidly Insufficient mixing of the paint Mix or thin the paint according to the manufacturer s instructions before spraying Fluid or air leaks from the lid gasket A defective lid gasket or Replace the gasket or loosened Lid screw tighten the Lid screw Safety valve is stuck does not operate Damaged valve Replace the safety valve freely or does not relieve pressure Safety valve poppi
6. Owner s Manual amp Safety Instructions Save This Manual 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 CENTRALPNEUMATIC 2 1 2 gallon pressure paint tank Sorta 2 ce eh Cae Visit our website at http Iwww harborfreightcom Ma ty REV 12i Email our technical support at tech harborfreight com i l When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken AWARNING please call 1 800 444 3353 as soon as possible Copyright 2009 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in Read this material before using this product any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Failure to do so can result in serious injury Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing SAVE THIS MANUAL improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Tools required for assembly and service may not be included Table of Contents DON GLY aAa 2 MaINtGNANCe cn 10 Specifications ee eeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 5 Parts List
7. ck fire and injury to persons to result in the loss of control of the tool Page 2 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 66839 Personal Safety 1 Stay alert Watch what you are doing and 4 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 5 2 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair increases the risk of injury to persons as 6 a result of being caught in moving parts 3 Avoid unintentional starting Be sure the switch is off before connecting to the air supply 7 Do not carry the tool with your finger on the switch or connect the tool to the air supply with the switch on Tool Use and Care 1 Do not force the tool Use the correct tool for the 4 application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which the tool is designed 2 Disconnect the tool from the air source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool unintentionally Turn off and detach the air supply safely discharge any residual air pressure and release the throttle and or turn the switch to 6 its off posit
8. d lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles California Health amp 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 amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq Do not spray near open flames pilot lights stoves heaters the air compressor or any other heat source Most solvents and coatings are highly flammable particularly when sprayed Maintain a distance of at least 25 feet from the air compressor If possible locate the air compressor in a separate room Paints and solvents may be harmful or fatal if swallowed or inhaled Avoid prolonged skin contact with solvents or paints as they will irritate skin After any contact immediately wash off exposed area with hot soapy water Attach all accessories properly to the tool before connecting the air supply A loose accessory may detach or break during operation Install an in line shutoff valve to allow immediate control over the air supply in an emergency even if a hose is ruptured 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Air hose fitting
9. fore using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools There is a risk of bursting if the tool is damaged Use only accessories that are identified by the manufacturer for the specific tool model Use of an accessory not intended for use with the specific tool model increases the risk of injury to persons When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Use only authorized parts Never use oxygen carbon dioxide combustible gases or any bottled gas as an air source for the tool Such gases are capable of explosion and serious injury to persons A SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Item 66839 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 3 wn gt A m lt Specific Safety Instructions 1 Page 4 The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treate
10. fter the air supply is disconnected off and detach the air supply safely discharge any residual air pressure and release the trigger to prevent accidental operation Inspect the air connections for leaks Repair any leaks found Note Air flow and therefore tank performance can be hindered by undersized air supply components The air hose must be long enough to reach Note It is a good safety measure to attempt to discharge the work area with enough extra length to the tank in a safe fashion after disconnecting to ensure allow free movement while working that the tank is disconnected and not powered Page 6 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 66839 dNLas Figure A Portable Air Supply Setup o Description A Air Hose C S SCC_ Connect air to tool B Fiter Prevents dirt and condensation from damaging tool or workpiece C Air Cleaner Dryer Prevents water vapor from damaging workpiece D Regar Adjusts air pressure to too E CouplerandPlug Provides quick connection and release Pe Artank G Paint Spray Gun oo S For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 7 Item 66839 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 tool before use looking for damaged loose and missing parts If any problems
11. id Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection verifies the defect we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement We will return repaired products at our expense but if we determine there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty then you must bear the cost of returning the product This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state CENTRAL 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353
12. ion before leaving the work area 3 Store the tool when it is idle out of reach of children and other untrained persons A tool is dangerous in the hands of untrained users Service 1 Tool service must be performed only 2 by qualified repair personnel Air Source 1 Never connect to an air source thatis 2 capable of exceeding 200 psi Over pressurizing the tool may cause bursting abnormal operation breakage of the tool or serious injury to persons Use only clean dry regulated compressed air at the rated pressure or within the rated pressure range as marked on the tool Always verify prior to using the tool that the air source has been adjusted to the rated air pressure or within the rated air pressure range Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations Use safety equipment A dust mask non skid safety shoes and a hard hat must be used for the applicable conditions SAFETY Always wear eye protection Wear ANSI approved safety goggles Always wear hearing protection when using the tool Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise is able to cause hearing loss Maintain the tool with care A properly maintained tool is easier to control 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 be
13. ng Tank pressure too high Reduce tank pressure Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool Disconnect air supply before service Accessories The following accessories are available for use with the Pressure Paint Tank A Rubber Lid Gasket can be used when the material An Intake Strainer connects to the fluid inlet being sprayed is not compatible with the supplied gasket tube preventing lumps and foreign matter from entering the fluid lines Page 10 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 66839 PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO Parts List and Diagram Part Description _ Qty 6 Regulator 1 8 T Connector 1 9 Safety Vave 1
14. oxide combustible gases or any other bottled gas as a power source for this tank 1 Incorporate a filter regulator with pressure gauge in 3 Release the spray gun s trigger line shutoff valve and quick coupler for best service as shown on Figure A on page 7 An in line 4 Close the in line shutoff valve between shutoff ball valve is an important safety device the compressor and the tank 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 an Turn on the air compressor according to the manufacturer s directions and allow it to build up pressure until it cycles off 2 Attach an air hose to the compressor s air outlet Connect the air hose to the air inlet of the tank Other components such as a coupler plug and quick coupler will make operation more efficient but are not required 6 Adjust the air compressor s output regulator so that the air output is enough to properly power the tank but the output will not exceed the tank s maximum air pressure at any time Adjust the pressure gradually while checking the Awarninc TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY air output gauge to set the right pressure range FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION 7 Do not install a female quick coupler on the tank Such a coupler contains an air valve that will allow the tank to retain pressure and operate 8 Ifthe tank will not be used at this time turn accidentally a
15. s 2 Route the air hose along a safe route to reach such as utility lines or foreign objects nearby the work area without creating a tripping hazard that will present a hazard while working or exposing the air hose to possible damage The air hose must be long enough to reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working CENTRAL Page 8 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 66839 General Operating Instructions 1 Turn ON the air supply to the desired spray gun 6 If the Paint Tank is not operating properly PSI but do not exceed the maximum tank PSI refer to Troubleshooting on page 10 2 Adjust the paint pressure by turning the CAUTION TO PREVENT INJURY T handle adjusting screw on regulator Do not exceed the tool s clockwise to increase pressure and maximum air pressure rating counterclockwise to decrease the pressure 7 To prevent accidents turn off the tool detach 3 Adjust the atomization air for the spray by the air supply safely discharge any residual air using the regulator on the Paint Tank pressure in the tool and release the throttle and or turn the switch to its off position after use 4 Operate the spray gun according to Clean external surfaces of the tool with clean the manufacturer s instructions dry cloth and apply a thin coat of tool oil 5 Clean the Paint Tank paint hose and spray Then store the tool indoors out of children s reach gun
16. s may get hot during use Allow fittings to cool before disconnecting Coatings can produce eye irritation When cleaning tools exercise caution when using solvents They can be forcefully ejected from the tool s nozzle and air passages Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around chemical mist Do not exceed the maximum pressure Exceeding the maximum pressure will cause the safety valve to release air to prevent the tank from exceeding its maximum pressure Exceeding the Tank s maximum pressure can cause the pressure tank to rupture or explode During each use pull the ring on the safety valve to check that it operates freely and relieves air pressure If the safety valve is stuck does not operate freely or does not relieve air pressure replace the valve Do not discard or make any alterations to the safety valve Tampering with welding or drilling the tank can weaken it Do not use abrasive or corrosive materials or materials that can cause rust with this tank It is not designed for those materials To use them can damage the tank s internal parts Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements Read all information concerning coating products and cleaning solvents Chlorinated solvents such as 1 1 1 Trichloroethane and Methylene Chloride also known as methyl chloride can chemically react with aluminum and explode Many paint sprayers contain aluminum If you are in doubt abou
17. t potential chemical reactions contact the coating or solvent manufacturer Check all seals before connecting the spray tool to the air supply Make sure that the lid is fully attached to the tank before pressurizing Do not release the lid while the tank is pressurized Do not use wrenches pliers or other tools to tighten Paint Tank clamps Use your hands only If gasket leaks clean it or replace it A SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 66839 Functional Description Specifications Air Inlet 1 4 18 NPT Tank Capacity 2 5 Gallons Components and Controls Hook 10 Gauge 5 Air Outlet TO SPRAYER Safety Air Inlet a Fluid Outlet 18 FROM COMPRESSOR it Valve 9 TO SPRAYER Lid Screw 13 Regulator 6 knob Clamp 14 Tank 1 CENTRALPNEUMATIG Item 66839 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 5 Initial Tank Set Up Assembly 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 Note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual Air Supply AWARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM EXPLOSION Use only clean dry regulated compressed air to power this tank Do not use oxygen carbon di
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