Why is my Graco sprayer losing pressure?

If this is the issue you experience the most likely cause is that the transducer is worn out. The transducer signals to the airless pump that pressure is needed and signals to run the pump to build pressure. Failure to build pressure often indicates that you need to replace the transducer.

Why will my Graco paint sprayer spray water but not paint?

My sprayer sprays water but not paint? Debris is caught in the sprayer. Let sit for 5 minutes and then remove the spray tip and spray the material out the front of the sprayer (make sure your Prime/Spray Valve is at Spray). If these steps do not resolve the problem, contact Graco Technical Support at 1-888-541-9788.

Why does my airless paint sprayer keeps clogging?

This can be caused by the air pressure being too weak, which can stop the liquid from atomizing, or due to the liquid being of a type that quickly hardens once in contact with the air. The second form of clogging is due to spray pressure being too high.

Do airless sprayers use more paint?

Airless paint sprayers are extremely popular, but also tend to waste more paint on average than other types of spray guns. Your run-of-the-mill airless paint sprayer will waste up to 40% of the paint that you use, and even more if you aren’t operating the spray gun properly.

What should I do if my Graco airless sprayer is not working?

Turn off the power to your sprayer if it still won’t build pressure. Release the prime spray valve briefly, then check the intake filter. Remove the filter housing and see if the filter is clogged. If it’s plugged with dried paint and can’t be rinsed, replace it. Remove the housing with the Graco tool kit.

Why is my Graco Ultra not working properly?

Another malfunction of the Graco Ultra and UltraMax handheld spray guns may be caused by damage to the rubber seal in the lid. If the seal is damaged and does not seal properly, air may also enter the cup. The seal is glued to the lid, so in case of damage the entire lid should be replaced.

What are the problems with an airless paint sprayer?

1. The pressure setting is too low. Increase the pressure. 2. The displacement is seized by dried paint. Service the pump. The motor and displacement pump operates, but paint pressure is too low, or none. 1. The pressure setting is too low. Increase the pressure. 2. The tip or gun filter is clogged. Remove the tip and/or filter and clean them. 3.

What does a Graco ultra paint sprayer do?

Above the cup of the Graco Ultra and UltraMax sprayers sits a sieve that filters out debris in the paint and the paint sprayer is to protect against damage by sucked foreign bodies. It collects impurities and paint and paint residues.

Can a Graco airless paint gun be grounded?

All parts of the spray system, including the pump, hose assembly, spray gun, and objects in and around the spray area shall be properly grounded to protect against static discharge and sparks. Use Graco conductive or grounded high-pressure airless paint sprayer hoses.