Campbell Hausfeld PS240C Product guide

Airless

Paint Sprayers

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Operating and Assembly Instructions

IN424700AV 12/08

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Models PS250B and PS250E

Models PS231B, PS260E, PS261C,

and PS260F

Models PS240C and PS240F

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Airless Paint Sprayers

Description

Airless paint sprayers are capable of spraying a wide variety

of latex, oil-based, and alkyd paints, as well as stains,

preservatives and other non-abrasive finishes.

These sprayers are also powerful and versatile enough to

be used with a variety of options (roller attachment, extra

lengths of hose, etc.) to make it an even more efficient tool.

NOTE: Guns pictured in illustrations may be different than

the one included with your unit.

Description...................................... 2

ApplicationChart................................. 2

SafetyGuidelines................................. 3

General Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

AssemblyInstructions ............................. 6

Preparation...................................... 6

SprayingInstructions.............................. 8

Cleanup........................................ 10

Storage........................................ 14

SprayGunMaintenance .......................... 15

MaintenanceChart .............................. 16

Specifications................................... 17

ReplacementParts............................... 18

Troubleshooting................................. 21

ForceFeedingPump ............................. 23

Warranty....................................... 24

Table of Contents

Application Chart

Coating Can Use Do Not Use Tip Size ** Spray Pressure

Oil Base Stain x .011 - .013” 800 + psi

Wood Sealer x .011 - .013” 800 + psi

Concrete Sealer x .011 - .013” 800 + psi

Enamel x .011 - .013” 1500 + psi

Varnish x .011 - .017” 1500 + psi

Non-Metal Flake Aluminum Paint x .011 - .017” 1500 + psi

Vinyl Latex Paint x .013 - .017” 1700 + psi

Vinyl / Acrylic Latex Paint x .013 - .017” 1700 + psi

Acrylic Latex Paint x .013 - .017” 1700 + psi

Oil Base Paint x .013 - .017” 1700 + psi

Oil and Water Based Primer x .013 - .017” 1700 + psi

V. V/A & A Latex Stain x .013” 1700 + psi

Textured Coatings x N/A

Elastomerics x N/A

Asphalt Coating x N/A

Wood Restorer x N/A

Block Filler x N/A

All Other Materials Not Listed - Call Technical Support at 1-800-626-4401.

**Refer to maximum tip size in the specifications chart (See page 17).

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Safety Guidelines

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This manual contains information

that is very important to know

and understand. This information

is provided for SAFETY and to

PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.

To help recognize this information,

observe the following symbols.

Danger indicates

an imminently

hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, WILL result in death or serious

injury.

Warning indicates

a potentially

hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, COULD result in death or

serious injury.

Caution indicates a

potentially

hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, MAY result in minor or

moderate injury.

Notice indicates

important

information, that if not followed, MAY

cause damage to equipment.

Unpacking

After unpacking the unit, inspect

carefully for any damage that may

have occurred during transit. Make

sure to tighten fittings, bolts, etc.,

before putting unit into service.

Do not operate

unit if damaged

during shipping, handling or use.

Damage may result in bursting and

cause injury or property damage.

General Safety Information

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

This product or its

power cord may

contain chemicals, including lead,

known to the State of California to

cause cancer and birth defects or other

reproductive harm. Wash hands after

handling.

GENERAL SAFETY

1. SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS - To

reduce the risks of fire

or explosion, electrical

shock, and injury to

persons, read and understand

all instructions included in this

manual. Be thoroughly familiar

with the controls and the proper

use of the equipment.

2. Always wear a mask

or respirator and

eye protection when

painting. Be certain

mask or respirator

will provide necessary protection

against inhalation of harmful

vapors.

3. Keep visitors away and NEVER

allow children or pets in the work

area.

4. Do not smoke or eat when spraying

paint, insecticides, or other

flammable substances.

5. Always work in a clean

environment. To avoid injury and

damage to the workpiece, do not

aim the spray gun at any dust or

debris.

6. When spraying and cleaning,

always follow the instructions and

safety precautions provided by the

material manufacturer (Refer to

MSDS).

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD:

●Follow all local electrical and safety

codes, as well as the National

Electrical Code (NEC) and in the

United States, the Occupational

Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

●This product requires a grounded

120V, 15 Amp circuit (See Figure 1).

MANUAL

NOTE: Applies to 120V countries

only.

●If the power receptacles available

will not fit this equipment’s power

cord, then have an appropriate

power receptacle installed by a

certified electrician.

●Only qualified electricians or

service personnel should perform

maintenance on the electrical

components of this equipment.

●Do not modify any of the

electrical components of

this equipment.

●Do not use a power cord

adapter with this equipment.

●If using an extension cord, use only

grounded three wire extension

cords that are in good condition.

●Check with a qualified electrician

or service person if the grounding

instructions are not completely

understood or you are in doubt

as to whether the equipment is

properly grounded.

APPROPRIATE EXTENSION CORD

GAUGE FOR GIVEN LENGTHS

Length of Cord Gauge

25’ 14

25-50’ 12

50-100’ 10

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TEST RESET

Figure 1 - Grounding

Grounding

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SKIN INJECTION HAZARD:

●High pressure spray can inject toxins

into blood stream. If injection

occurs, seek emergency medical

treatment.

Use a face mask/respirator

and protective clothing

when spraying. Always

spray in a well ventilated area to

prevent health and fire hazards. Refer

to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

of spray material for details.

●Never try to stop leaks with any

part of your body.

●This system is capable of producing

3000 psi (20 500 kPa). Use only

Campbell Hausfeld replacement

parts rated at 3000 psi (20 500 kPa)

or higher.

To reduce the risk of

skin injection:

●Do not aim the

gun at, or spray,

any person or

animal.

●Keep hands and other body parts

away from the discharge. For

example, do not try to stop leaks

with any part of the body.

●Do not clean spray tip while it is

attached to the spray gun. Remove

spray tip from gun to clean tip

guard.

●Always use the nozzle tip guard. Do

not spray without nozzle tip guard

in place.

●Do not remove tip while cleaning

the pump.

●Only use a nozzle tip specified by

the manufacturer.

●Use caution when cleaning and

changing nozzle tips. Before

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removing the nozzle tip, follow

the manufacturer’s instructions for

turning off the unit and relieving

the pressure.

●Do not leave the unit energized or

under pressure while unattended.

When not in use turn off the

unit and relieve the pressure in

accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

●High pressure spray is able to inject

toxins into the body and cause

serious bodily injury. In the event

that injection occurs, seek medical

attention immediately.

●Check parts for signs of damage.

Replace any damaged parts.

●This spray gun is rated for 3000 psi

(20 500 kPa). Do not use on systems

designed to produce more than

3000 psi (20 500 kPa).

● Always engage the trigger lock

when not spraying. Verify the

trigger lock is functioning properly.

• To lock (engage): rotate tabs on

lock to horizontal position.

• To unlock (disengage) to spray:

rotate tabs on lock to vertical

position.

NOTE: If gun sprays while in the locked

position follow instructions in Spray

Gun Maintenance section for trigger

lock.

●Verify that all connections are

secure before operating. Do not

use pliers to tighten or loosen high

pressure connections.

●Know how to stop your unit

and bleed pressure quickly. Be

thoroughly familiar with the

controls.

●Motor is equipped with an

automatic thermal overload. Motor

will restart without warning, after

cooling.

Never aim or

spray at yourself

or anyone else or serious injury could

occur.

LOCKED TO UNLOCK

UNLOCKED TO LOCK

excess of those specified by the

manufacturer.

● Do not use the hose as a strength

member to pull or lift the

equipment.

● Always wear appropriate gloves, eye

protection, and a respirator or mask

when painting.

● Always work in a clean environment.

Do not aim the spray gun at any

dust or debris.

● Do not operate or spray near

children. Keep children, pets, and

visitors away from equipment and

work area at all times.

● Do not over reach or stand on an

unstable support. Keep effective

footing and balance at all times.

● Stay alert and watch what you are

doing.

● Do not operate the equipment when

fatigued or under the influence of

drugs or alcohol.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW

THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAN RESULT IN

SERIOUS INJURY

INCLUDING DEATH.

Operating Instructions and Assembly Instructions

Before servicing or resting:

1. Turn the Prime/Spray Control to the

PRIME position.

2. Turn the pressure control to LOW

PRESSURE/HYDRAULIC BLEEDING

position.

3. Turn power switch to OFF position.

4. With gun pointed in a safe direction,

pull the gun trigger, with the

trigger lock disengaged.

5. Engage trigger lock.

●Simply turning off the pump motor

will not relieve pressure from

system. The above procedure MUST

be followed.

FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD:

● Do not use solvents with flash points

less than 70°F (21°C) to clean this

equipment (examples of acceptable

cleaning solvents are water, mineral

spirits, lacquer thinner, Xylene and

high flash napha. A partial example

list of unacceptable cleaning

solvents are low flash napha, mek,

acetone, alcohol and toluene).

●Use only conductive or grounded

high-pressure airless paint sprayer

hoses specified by the manufacturer.

●Verify that all containers and

collection systems are grounded to

prevent static discharge.

●Do not spray pump assembly.

●Have fire extinguisher equipment

present and working.

Do not spray flammable

materials in vicinity of

open flame or near ignition

sources. Motors, electrical equipment

and controls can cause electrical arcs

that will ignite a flammable gas or

vapor. Never store flammable liquids or

gases in the vicinity of the unit.

Do not spray acids,

corrosive materials,

toxic chemicals, fertilizers or pesticides.

Using these materials could result in

death or serious injury.

● Do not use fuels to clean this

equipment.

●Keep spray area well ventilated.

Keep a good supply of fresh air

moving through the spray area.

● Remove all ignition sources (i.e.

Static electricity, pilot lights,

cigarettes and electrical arcing).

● Airless spraying can cause static

electricity. Always ground the pump

and spraying surface. Always use a

3-wire grounded extension cord and

power receptacle.

● Do not use paints or solvents

containing halogenated

hydrocarbons such as methyl

bromine, carbon tetrachloride, and

ethyl iodine.

Keep hose away

from sharp objects.

Bursting hoses may cause injury.

Examine hoses regularly and replace if

damaged.

● Check hoses for weak or worn

condition before each use, making

certain that all connections are

secure.

● Keep area clean and free of paint or

solvent containers, rags, and other

flammable materials.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY:

● Do not spray acids,

corrosive materials, toxic

chemicals, fertilizers, or

pesticides. Using these

materials could result in

death or serious injury.

● Do not kink or over-bend the hose.

● Do not expose the hose to

temperatures or to pressures in

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Preparation

Airless painting systems, unlike most

other power tools, require additional

care to ensure proper working order.

Following these instructions will

significantly increase the likelihood

of having a positive paint experience.

It is important that the painting

equipment is flush/tested EACH

time a new job is started. Each

pump is tested at the factory with a

fluid that must be flushed from the

system prior to painting. It is also

required prior to each successive use

to flush the storage lubricant from

the system. Use the solvent which

will be used to clean the equipment.

Refer to the paint manufacturer’s

recommendations for cleaning fluids.

Pump Assembly

Assembly Instructions

TOOLS REQUIRED:

u3/4 in. or Adjustable Wrench

u5/8 in. or Adjustable Wrench

ASSEMBLY

1. Open packaging and check contents.

2. Remove the equipment and all parts

from the carton.

3. If sprayer is on stand, no further

frame assembly is necessary.

If sprayer is on a cart, install handle

in position shown on cover and

tighten knobs.

4. Attach high pressure hose to pump

and spray gun using a 3/4 inch

wrench (See Figure Below). Do not

attach suction assembly at this time.

FIgure - Attach hose

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Suction

Assembly

Motor

Pressure

Valve

Housing

Outlet

Valve

Hose

Adapter

Prime/Spray

Valve

Suction

Bell

Assembly

Inlet

Valve

Outlet

Prime

Button

By-pass

Hose

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Turn Prime/ Spray

Control

to PRIME

(knob is horizontal)

Turn Pressure

to HIGH

(completely clockwise)

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Use Finger to

Check Inlet Valve

Starting Instructions

While Pulling Trigger,

Direct Fluid Stream Along

Inside of Bucket

Power Switch

Location

Attach

Suction

Assembly

Tip in

CLEANING

Position

Turn Prime/ Spray

Control

to SPRAY

(knob is vertical)

Preparation (Continued)

DO NOT ATTACH THE SUCTION

ASSEMBLY UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO

SO IN STEP 3.

1. Remove inlet valve cap and with

your smallest finger, push on inlet

valve stem to ensure it moves freely.

2. Push outlet prime button three

times to ensure outlet valve is

moving freely.

3. Attach suction assembly and bypass

tube securely and place both suction

and bypass tubes in cleaning solvent.

4. Turn pressure to HIGH (completely

clockwise).

5. Turn prime/spray control to the

PRIME position.

6. Turn power switch to the ON

position. In a few seconds, cleaning

solvent will begin to move up

through the tube. Allow the fluid to

circulate for one minute to ensure

all air has been exhausted from the

pump.

7. Turn prime/spray control to SPRAY

position. Watch for any fluid leaks

(See Troubleshooting Chart if leaks

occur).

NOTE: If unit is building pressure

properly, the pump should produce a

knocking sound, which indicates it has

reached its hydraulic relief pressure.

8. When flushing the system with

cleansing fluid (either prior to

use with paint or during cleaning

process) the spray tip can remain in

the CLEAN position.

9. Point spray gun into an empty waste

bucket and pull trigger. To reduce

splashing, direct the fluid stream

along the inside of the bucket wall

and well above the fluid level.

Push Outlet

Prime Button

Preparation (Continued)

10. After completing the flush/testing

process, purge the pump of fluid.

11. Repeat the preceding steps using

paint instead of cleaning solvent.

NOTE: Strain and thin paint before

using. All paint may have particles that

will clog filter and spray tips. Remove

any skin which may have developed on

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the paint due to air exposure. Follow

paint manufacturers’ recommendations

on thinning paint.

12. When pure paint appears from

spray tip rotate tip to the SPRAY

position. The system is now ready

for use.

CLEAN Position

SPRAY Position

12”

Holding Spray Gun

Thin Coat Thin Coat

Heavy

Coat

Over-

spray

Over-

spray

Result of Flexing Wrist While Spraying

Approx.

10-12”

Start

Stroke

Pull

Trigger

Release

Trigger

End

Stroke

Proper Way to Trigger Spray Gun

INCORRECT

Spraying Instructions

Professional looking results can be

obtained by following the spray tips

below.

1. Keep the gun perpendicular to the

surface.

Always hold the gun perpendicular

to the surface with the tip

approximately 12 inches from the

surface. If held at an angle (up

and down or side to side), paint

will build up unevenly, leave the

work splotchy, and cause excessive

overspray (See Figure to the right).

2. Move with a smooth arm stroke.

Move the gun at a steady, even

pace while keeping the gun

perpendicular to the surface (See

Figures to the right). Do not fan

the gun. Fanning the gun will cause

excessive overspray and uneven

coverage (See Figure to the right).

3. Start moving the gun before

triggering.

To get a smooth overlap and prevent

initial paint buildup, start your

stroke movement before pulling the

trigger. Release the trigger before

stopping at the end of the stroke

(See Figure to the right).

NOTE: To assure uniform paint

coverage, overlap each stroke by 20%

- 30% and use two coats with a cross

pattern (one coat horizontal, second

coat vertical).

Prevent clogged tip

Water

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Spraying Instructions

(Continued)

INTERMITTENT USE

If you are spraying and decide to stop

for several minutes, lock the spray

gun trigger and submerge the tip in

a container of water (See Figure on

page 8). This will prevent paint from

hardening in the tiny spray opening

and clogging the tip. Be sure to release

the pressure in the system and turn the

unit off.

CLEARING CLOGS

REVERSIBLE TIP: (INCLUDED)

1. Rotate the tip to the CLEAN position

(See Figure 1 on page 8).

2. Point gun in a safe direction and

spray. This should clear tip of any

blockage.

3. Rotate the tip back to the SPRAY

position and continue spraying (See

Figure 2 on page 8).

4. If clogging continues, replace gun

filter and consider straining the

paint prior to use.

Equipment damage

can occur if a needle

or sharp object is used to clean the tip.

Tungsten carbide is brittle and can be

chipped.

HOW TO CHANGE SPRAY TIPS

It may be necessary to change spray tips

during a paint job. Follow these steps

for safe, easy tip changes.

1. Depressurize and turn off unit per

manufacturer’s instructions.

2. Engage gun trigger lock.

3. Pull red tip insert

out of spray base

and replace with

different tip, fully

inserting tip into base.

HOW TO ATTACH ROLLER ACCESSORY

1. Depressurize and turn off unit per

manufacturer’s instructions.

2. Engage gun trigger lock.

3. Remove spray base, tip, seal and

washer assembly.

4. Attach roller accessory (AL2275

shown) to airless spray gun. If

needed use thread adapter and

washer between roller and spray gun

as shown.

Figure - Attach roller accessory to spray gun

Cleanup

CLEANUP FOR OVERNIGHT STORAGE

NOTE: Cleaning and maintenance

of the pump are the most important

steps you can take to ensure proper

operation and a long life for your

airless paint sprayer. Please follow the

cleaning instructions carefully and . . .

WEAR ALL NECESSARY

SAFETY GEAR

NECESSARY TOOLS / MATERIALS:

• One (1) bucket

• Water

• Plastic wrap

When reusing the

sprayer with the

SAME PAINT the next day at the SAME

JOB SITE, it is not necessary to ﬂush

the paint from the system. However,

IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP AIR FROM

COMING INTO CONTACT WITH THE

PAINT.

NOTE: Do NOT disconnect any hoses.

1. Turn prime/spray control to PRIME

position.

High pressure

hose may still be

pressurized with prime/spray control

in the PRIME position. With the gun

pointed in a safe direction, pull the

gun trigger to relieve any pressure in

the hose.

2. Engage gun trigger lock.

3. Place spray gun in bucket of water.

There should be enough water to

COVER spray tip. This will prevent

paint from drying or clogging tip.

4. Leave suction and bypass tubes in

bucket of paint. Make sure ends

of suction and bypass tubes are

BELOW surface of paint in bucket.

5. Cover bucket and tubes with plastic

wrap or a damp towel to prevent

film forming on paint. Or, if using

latex paint, pour a very thin layer of

water over top of paint. Stir water

into paint the next morning.

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Turn Prime/Spray

Control to PRIME

Position

Place Gun in

Water

Latex Paint: Use Thin Layer of

Water to Cover Paint

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Engage Trigger Lock

Cover Bucket

Suction and Bypass Tubes

Remain in Bucket with Ends

Below Paint Surface

PAINT

Temporary Cleanup

To Lock Locked

Water

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