WAGNER Power Painter Owner's Manual - Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
Problem A: Motor will not run
Cause
Solution
1.
No power at wall outlet. Electrical problem or defective
motor.
Try new wall outlet. Take to Authorized Service Center for repair.
Problem B: Motor has a low hum and does not spray
Cause
Solution
1.
Seized piston
Disassemble sprayer, clean and lubricate (follow Cleanup, Cup mode instructions)
Problem C: Motor operates properly but does not spray
Cause
Solution
1. Failure to prime with remote suction set
Oil intake opening (see Reassembly / maintenance section). Hold trigger for at least 3 minutes. Thin
paint. Hold sprayer at even level with paint can.
2. Failure to prime with suction tube
Oil intake opening (see Reassembly / maintenance section). Hold trigger for at least 20 seconds. Thin
paint.
3. Loose or damaged suction tube
Tighten or replace
4. Plugged or worn atomizer valve
Clean or replace as needed
5. Atomizer valve missing
Replace atomizer valve
6. Material selector needs adjusting
Adjust to “PAINT” setting.
7. Speed setting too low
Increase the speed setting (if equipped)
8. Plugged spray tip
Clean tip
9. Filter assembly plugged
Clean filter assembly
10. Material too thick
Thin material
11. Worn piston
Clean and oil, or replace
Problem D: Material spitting or globbing (air has entered the system)
Cause
Solution
1. Low on paint
Refill container
2. Worm atomizer valve
Replace atomizer valve
3. Plugged spray tip
Clean the spray tip (follow Cleanup, Cup mode instructions)
4. Material selector needs adjusting
Adjust to “PAINT” setting.
5. Speed setting too low
Increase the speed setting (if equipped)
6. Worn piston
Clean and oil, or replace
7. O-rings on filter assembly are dirty
Clean and lubricate (follow Cleanup, Cup mode instructions)
8. Material too thick
Thin material
Any attempt to open the motor housing or repair any electrical parts
within the unit by anyone other than an authorized repair technician
could cause serious injury and will void the warranty.