Graco Magnum X7 Airless Paint Sprayer - Part 1: Set Up and Spraying

[@bkhoavo]

This is a thousand times better than the tutorial video that Graco provides. Good job Suzy

[@timgrabarz8623]

Many thanks. I just picked one up and this is super helpful

[@DannyBerglund]

Have had the x7 for years, forgot how to use it 🤣. Thank you so much for these vids!!!!!!!! 🙏🏻

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching

[@techthamizh2112]

Excellent video and very clear instructions, watched both the setup and cleaning videos very helpful.thank you!

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

I'm so happy to hear that! Thank you!!

[@NijahovaWorld]

This is why women are amazing 🙌🏾 Clear straightforward no bs THANK YOU

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

❤️ thank you!

[@bobbygriffin9841]

Very good information ... Thanks

[@joelgomezherrera3004]

Great tips Suzy. You have a fan here!!!.

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

Thank you so much!!

[@begelston]

Very helpful - you covered the main tips I needed - thanks!

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

@@begelston you're welcome!

[@SaraNicole2001]

Thank you for this, I wasted a good hour finding a video, with real, true steps on using this machine! For someone who has never used anything other than a brush and roller, this video is it, amazing job explaining ❤ (I had no clue why there was 2 hoses and what the water was for 😂) oh then it stopped almost when I was done and you also explained why!! 😅 thank you so so so much!! ❤

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

You're welcome! I'm so glad I could help. I appreciate your comments ❤

[@innerself3796]

This was a great video. So easy to understand and not rushed but also not slow. I subscribed. You should keep making this type of content. I know it's out there a lot but not as good as yours. I've had this sprayer for a year and have never touched it but now I'm gonna use it today. Thanks

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

Thank you so much! It means a lot. I definitely plan to make more videos soon (...I've just been waiting for temperatures to drop below 100° 😬😭🤣)!

[@greatiampublishingllc4258]

Ditto! I have had it my garage for a long while but now we know how to use it. Great video!!!!

[@tonytruelove5371]

Nice

[@dalemiller5510]

Great instructions

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

Thank you!!

[@djwill9166]

Excellent video! thank you for sharing!

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

Thank you!

[@franktrigoso1318]

Great video. I just got one

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

Thank you!

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

Thank you!

[@lacretiawarren2672]

I am beyond grateful that I came across your page. I have spent countless hours trying to determine which sprayer I wanted to invest in. I purchased a Wagner 3500 today but really wanted to invest in the magnum because I didn’t need to thin my paint before using. I was a little intimidated with the idea of the magnum because it seemed so technical . You my dear have given me the confidence to go to Lowe’s tomorrow and make that purchase. Thank you for taking the time to explain in detail step by step how to use and clean this product. You have a new subscriber and I hope to learn more with you, God bless.

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

This is one of the sweetest comments! Thank you so much ❤

[@fieldsfury]

Great video as i just bought this sprayer today! Thanks for the content!

[@bevfast865]

great video

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

Thank you!

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

Thank you!

[@petergalabuzi2726]

Thank you my sister

[@armandoayala1923]

Thanks for ur video HOOK EM 🤘🤘🤘

[@Edwinmiles-t9s]

Great info. Thanks for step by step 👍 1:21

[@rrodriguez4378]

Second part please, how to clean after done. Or best way to not waist paint when inside the unit. Thanks

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

@@rrodriguez4378 I have it on my video list! If you click my profile or subscribe, you should find it. Thanks!

[@rodrigodasilva2629]

Thanks!

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@Sncedayone]

Thanks

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

You're welcome!

[@makartespinturaprofissiona1177]

Eu tenho uma xr9 de 1998 e nunca fez manutenção..uma que aqui você não encontra peças..e consigo ganhar dinheiro com ela pra comprar outra..máquina fantástica..parabéns pelo seu vídeo..

[@bkhoavo]

Step1- Prime the machine: Pressure knob: START Prime lever: UP (press the button twice to release pressure) Switch ON until water comes out Repeat step1 with paint. Step 2- fill the hose and sprayer with paint: Prime lever: DOWN Spray tip: UNCLOG SQUEEZE and hold sprayer trigger BEFORE switch to ON Release trigger when paint comes out. Turn tip to PAINTING and start testing

[@mijit.859]

Suzy! I was hoping someone would do a video tutorial on the 👉Shogun 1500W airless spray gun - How to properly use it etc 😕🥺😰😕

[@ZenLizard1]

very good tutorial - my only comment - invest in a mic if you plan on doing more of these

[@mikepeters4916]

Agree, couldn't hear her some of the time

[@helloImNK]

Awesome explanation/instructions! Do you have advice on which tip to use for interior walls vs exterior walls vs cabinet doors, etc.?

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

I recommend checking out www.graco.com/us/en/homeowner/how-to-buy/tipselector.html - depending on your paint type, application, and width you want to cover/spray, it will recommend what to use. In this video, I used the 517 (the widest at 10") for interior paint. Usually the 515 and 517 are my go-to, and are also good with most primers and interior or exterior paints.

[@thomasneal7126]

Excellent video ... helped me so much. Graco needs to redo the instruction sheet that the sprayer comes with, it is so confusing.

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

I completely agree! Glad it helped, and thanks for watching!!

[@0Albert1Wesker0]

Hey, i have a question. So when you clean the lines and stuff. How do you get rid of the water thats in the machine? After clearing all the paint out?

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

For short-term storage (up to 2 days), the water stays in the line. But for long-term storage (more than 2 days), you use pump armor storage fluid in the lines instead. This is because water will corrode and damage the pump long-term.

[@0Albert1Wesker0]

@@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy thank you!

[@Texasphotoguy]

Just purchased one and appreciate the video. I followed the steps and everything went well until I tried priming the paint. It wouldn’t do it. Tried pushing the ball valve button while running but no luck. Any thoughts?

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

@Texasphotoguy Can you walk me through what happened? When I primed for paint, I started with water and pressed the ball valve buttom before turning it on. Later when I did the paint, this wasn't necessary as the tube was pressurized with water before it started to suck the paint. Also, I am using a water based paint. Are you using water or oil based?

[@Texasphotoguy]

@@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy I think water based paint. BEHR premium plus. I followed your step by step procedure. Primed with water first. Then paint, but it would suck it up. Filter on hose was clean of debris. Checked all 3 ball valves to make sure they weren’t stuck. Flushed with water per their website. Tried again and the same problem. Water worked fine, but the paint wouldn’t prime.

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

@Texasphotoguy that's very odd that the water would work, but the paint wouldn't given that it's water based! I'll do some digging as to why that could be happening. To confirm, this is before introducing spraying through the gun, right ? Just the priming tube?

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

​@Texasphotoguy when I Google that paint, it comes up at oil based not water based. If so, that's probably the issue! You'll will want to prime with mineral spirits and not water if so.

[@Texasphotoguy]

@@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy this is before spraying through the gun. I’ll look into the paint being oil based. Are you saying dilute paint with mineral spirits or prime it with mineral spirits.

[@thomasneal7126]

Was hoping you might answer a question for me. From your experience, what is the longest you can wait between coats before you worry about the paint drying in the spray tip and tubes etc ... I am going to paint a small boat with mine and I have to wait a minimum 2 hours between coats. Can the sprayer sit idle for 2 hours without causing issues.

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

I would definitely clean it between coats. I think even with a quick drying paint, it would still be too long to let it sit without cleaning the sprayer between coats. It takes a little bit to figure out, but the more you use it, the faster and easier the cleanup gets. In my opinion, it's always better to be on the safe side to ensure you'll have the perfect finish on the second coat. :)

[@shawn_143]

Why the water? Could you prime with the paint .

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

If there is any debris caught in the sprayer, the low viscosity of water will be easier to help clear the piping and prime your system.

[@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy]

I should add: priming with water is for water-based paints. You want to prime with mineral spirits for oil based paints. Additionally - storing the sprayer should be primed with pump armor storage fluid, because water can corrode the pump if left to sit in the machine long-term.

[@shawn_143]

@@DrinksandDIYwithSuzy got it. Thanks for the reply

[@mudslide135]

Neeeded this video so bad lol

[@johnhelms6393]

Graaaayco not Gracko. "Unclog" --aka clean...What are "the gears", buttons, levers, switches, knobs, all the same...

[@websurfer48]

Can't hear what you're saying.

[@Real_Big_Shrimp]

Listen better, turn up the volume, subtitles, there's more you can do besides complain😁