Troubleshooting - WAGNER Finish 230 AC Compact Mode D'emploi

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Troubleshooting

Problem
A. The unit does not start up.
B. The pump starts up but does
not draw in paint when the
PRIME/SPRAY valve is set to
PRIME.
C. The pump draws up paint but
the pressure drops when the
gun is triggered.
D. The paint pattern is tailing.
E. The thermal overload tripped
and shut off the pump.
F. Compressor does not start.
G. Compressor starts but not
enough air.
Finish 230 AC Compact
Cause
1. The unit is not plugged in.
2. The ON/OFF switch is set to OFF.
3. A fuse is blown in the unit.
4. Low or no voltage is coming from the wall
plug.
5. The unit was turned off while still under
pressure.
6. The extension cord is damaged or has too low
a capacity.
7. The thermal overload on the unit is tripped.
8. There is a problem with the motor.
1. The pump will not prime properly or has lost
prime.
2. The paint bucket is empty or the suction hose
is not totally immersed in the paint.
3. The suction filter is clogged.
4. The suction hose is loose at the inlet valve.
5. The inlet valve is stuck.
6. The outlet valve is stuck.
7. The PRIME/SPRAY valve is plugged.
8. The inlet valve is worn or damage.
9. There is a problem with the diaphragm.
10. The hydraulic oil level is low or empty.
1. The spray tip is worn.
2. The suction set filter is clogged.
3. The gun or spray tip filter is plugged.
4. The paint is too heavy or coarse.
5. The outlet valve assembly is dirty or worn.
6. The inlet valve assembly is damaged or worn.
1. The fluid pressure is set too low.
2. The air pressure is set too low.
3. The gun, the tip, or the suction filter is
plugged.
4. The suction hose is loose at the inlet valve.
5. The tip is worn.
6. The paint is too thick.
1. The motor overheated.
2. The extension cord is too long or is too small
a gauge.
3. Paint has built up on the motor.
4. The motor was started while the unit was
under pressure.
5. The unit was sitting in the hot sun.
1. The compressor ON/OFF switch is in the OFF
position.
2. Compressor ON/OFF switch is faulty.
3. Compressor is faulty.
4. Relief hole under air regulator is blocked.
1. Air regulator setting is too low.
2. Paint is too thick.
3. Closed air valve on gun.
4. Faulty pressure relief valve.
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Solution
1. Plug the unit in.
2. Turn the ON/OFF switch to ON.
3. Replace the blown fuse with the proper replacement.
4. Properly test the power supply voltage.
5. Turn the PRIME/SPRAY knob to PRIME.
6. Replace the extension cord.
7. Allow the motor to cool and move the unit to a cooler
spot.
8. Take the unit to a Wagner Authorized Service Center.
1. Try to prime the pump again.
2. Immerse the suction hose in paint.
3. Clean the suction set filter.
4. Clean the tube connection and tighten it securely.
5. Clean the inlet valve.
6. Clean the outlet valve and replace any worn parts.
7. Take the unit to a Wagner Authorized Service Center.
8. Replace the inlet valve.
9. Take the unit to a Wagner Authorized Service Center.
10. Take the unit to a Wagner Authorized Service Center.
1. Replace the spray tip with a new tip.
2. Clean the suction set filter.
3. Clean or replace the proper filter. Always keep extra
filters on hand.
4. Thin or strain the paint.
5. Clean or replace the outlet valve assembly.
6. Replace the inlet valve.
1. Increase the fluid pressure.
2. Increase the air regulator setting.
3. Clean the filters.
4. Tighten the suction hose fitting.
5. Replace the spray tip.
6. Thin the paint.
1. Allow to cool for 30 minutes.
2. Allow to cool for 30 minutes and replace the extension
cord with a shorter extension or a thicker gauge cord.
3. Clean the paint from the motor.
4. Restart the unit in the PRIME mode.
5. Move the unit out of the sun.
1. Move the compressor ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
2. Take the unit to a Wagner Authorized Service Center.
3. Take the unit to a Wagner Authorized Service Center.
4. Clean out the relief hole.
1. Increase the air regulator setting.
2. Thin the paint.
3. Open the gun air valve. Refer to gun Owner's Manual.
4. Install a new pressure relief valve.
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