HOW TO CLEAN A GRACO ULTRA/ULTIMATE SPRAYER

In this video we will show you how to clean the Graco Ultra Cordless Handheld Sprayer
By using three buckets you eliminate the need to have running water, which is helpful when working on a new site or one under extensive remodelling.

[@phillipmccarter7471]

I've found that if you just hold the gun upside down when cleaning it makes it easier dont have to squeeze the liner air out to prime and also you can just fill the liner about 1/2 each time to conserve water if you need too . Also I usually just throw the used liner in a bucket to soak and have a clean one to use when I start to clean mine. It just speeds up the process a little and you can rinse out the old used one when your cleaning up later it seems to work good for me .

[@sweetpapa]

Wow you have the cleanest sprayer. Nice job cleaning! Good tip with the green sponge for the overspray. I was taking way too long cleaning getting the water crystal clear. Good to see it's OK to have it a bit milky when you're done cleaning.

[@coastdaze748]

Very helpful, thanks. I had just decided not to buy this Grayco after seeing another video that looked way too complicated in the cleaning. Now I've changed my mind again...the cleaning is simpler than I thought, esp. with limited water supply.

[@reemstateofmind2992]

Direct how to video and simple explanation. Thank you so much.

[@edwardce8341]

Thanks for making this informative video. There are many videos that shows you how to use it but your cleaning video is excellent.

[@jasonwiseman8324]

Good job ! I always add 2 ounces of pump armore for storage

[@EM-fi2qg]

One thing I have come across with mine is that if you run the prime position longer, you can flush the pump more effectively. When in prime mode, you can see the paint flow into the clean water much more. I cut my cleaning time down by 25 percent. 👍

[@pxods]

How long it’s been since you have the sprayer! I’m a bit scary since I have see so many ppl complaining about replacing the pump the cost 200 dollars! Do you use very often or just ones in a wild?

[@EM-fi2qg]

@@pxods Hi. I have had mine for over 2 years, maybe 3. I had the pump replaced once under warranty, in the first week. It was putting out a ton of overspray and Graco just sent me a free pump. It didnt solve the over spray issue, but I think it was just the tip being too large. I use it once or twice a month to paint doors, interior molding and other miscellaneous small items. I would reccomend the gun because its easy to use, tons of available tips and does a fairly good job of laying smooth coats. I don't see me having any issue with the pump for quite a while. Also, Graco customer service is pretty good. I would buy it from Sherwin Williams or another respectable company.

[@mrtv777]

@@EM-fi2qg what size of tip would you use for doors using Advance or Scuff X paint?

[@michaelzientara668]

Thanks for the cleaning tips. I just bought one and cleaning is one of the things that makes me nervous about paint sprayers.

[@markbrydson3212]

Excellent video. Clear and concise. Thanks.

[@dimitardimitrov9781]

Thanks.. Best footage so far !

[@JoeProDecor]

Great video 👌 and I also use the 3 bucket cleaning method...but the only thing I do differently is I flush the pump through with the clean water before flushing through the tip...just to make sure its clean water going through the tip.

[@shrikantpuranik6264]

U r very studious.very ACTIVE.

[@termitehards]

masha Allah, a very good demo of how to clean in a real world situation, highlighting the critical areas, thank you brother, subbed 😉

[@mhealeys3]

Thanks for the info bro!! I just brought one and I'm getting used to it !!!

[@seanmcaleavy2369]

Nice and informative! I was wondering about the cleaning of the unit. Thanks!

[@Steve42098]

Great video! Way to respect your equipment. I would hire you based on this.

[@poloplop11]

Yeah, definitely should show the pump armour part. Anyway, folks be sure to add pump armour as the last part of cleaning. Another video can show you how. Other than that great video.

[@JeffPollastro]

Perfect. Thanks for this video, as still photos in the manual are limited.

[@Mowers11]

Great video. I just bought one and I see that you don't tip the unit over like the maual shows but your method is quick and effective.

[@JuanRodriguez-qd9qm]

Gran video, gracias, thanks👍👍

[@michaeljvandyke]

Nice Job

[@yorkrojas1452]

Great job Dude!! Thanks!!

[@nestormejia2692]

Good job

[@king_cobra5492]

thanks much

[@hhprogressiveconstruction1140]

Thanks for the tips . 👍👍

[@johnboy0008]

I heard the pumps have a short life span, so less (running it to clean) the better I assume? Wish I knew that they only last around 50 gl. of paint before I made the purchase. Nice informative video, thx….

[@ollopa1]

What about pump armor afterwards? According to the manual you shouldn't leave water in the pump as it may corrode or rust internal parts.

[@jmlcolorado]

Sooooo what they want you to do is buy their expensive product and use it every time? Strange. I use mine about twice a month. Never had any issues. Just don’t let it freeze if you don’t want to buy armor, use every antifreeze.

[@phillipmccarter7471]

It's actually a anti freeze and a lubricant for your internal parts the ball valve that opens up for the pump to switch from prime to.spray can become corroded over time and will give you fits trying to use it if you dont use pump armor to store it also storing it in the upright position is a must also as the ball valve will be seated if left not in a upright position and can become stuck as corrosion will occur if you dont have some type of lubricant ran into the internal pump . You can also use mineral spirits to store the unit as it says in the owner's manual . I highly recommend not using anything not certified as a internal pump parts product as you can cause parts to prematurely become inoperable.

[@Dav2Kink]

How do I clean it if I'm using OIL based paint ?

[@thomasflynn6307]

Great vid yea u can’t use it and then get lazy or it’s over

[@Koladjokaj]

Hi there thanks for sharing this video, why my gun spray paint perfect, and I try to clean it doesn’t spray water🤔thanks for understanding me??

[@edmangini8475]

This may seem like a weird question but is it possible to hook up an inlet hose to this to draw from a reservoir? I've used an airless sprayer for years but I don't use it to paint, I use it to spray disinfectants because the atomization from airless paint sprayers and fine mist tips really helps stretch the product evenly and adequately to get the best penetration and coverage. however I'd love a more portable solution. We only use 1 to 2 gallons at a time but fighting with the high pressure hose is somewhat annoying Would love to throw a 75' feeder tube onto the inlet and into our disinfectant (practically water) and be able to go to town with a flexible hose instead of the stiff high pressure hose associated with traditional airless sprayers. I'm so close to going to home Depot and giving it a try but it's a rather expensive experiment. Thanks!

[@tinoj3834]

Gracias bro!!

[@MCGDEC]

I use RV antifreeze instead of pump armor, 3 bucks instead of 35 per gallon.

[@phillipmccarter7471]

I wouldnt reccomend using that in your pump it will cause corrosion and chemical reactions to the paint on the internal parts as it's not intended to be used on paint pumps as pump armor and mineral spirits are what they recommend in the manual . Mineral spirits is much cheaper than pump armor

[@builttoughtooltalk]

👍🏻

[@cubanstly]

Hi there i have the handheld sprayer and yesterday i was cleaning the the two outlet valves. Do put the two lower plugs tight into the sprayer as shown on picture?.

[@camdecorations9779]

leo perez no if you put it in tight you will never get them out again

[@angelicoutcry3478]

would not a quick connect attachment just like the paint pail has to a garden hose work way quicker and more efficiently?

[@marknastalski275]

Do you have to clean it between each coat or can it sit for an hour or two?

[@williamweathersby2345]

It can sit

[@russellpeterson9216]

It's too expensive to risk not cleaning in between coats. Thicker paints and primers are harder on the internals.

[@bwojak3226]

So you don’t take the battery out to clean it?

[@Subtokeep]

So 3 bucket system :) approved by USPH 🤣

[@GG-ou2tz]

What if you forgot to clean it one time is the inside screwed?

[@josemj059]

So is ok to get the battery wet?

[@mm-xk7pg]

Battery should not get wet

[@mm-xk7pg]

Those blaklader pants?

[@strongholds12]

Overpriced garbage with expensive replacement part that need servicing religiously

[@ithinkthonkthunk5333]

I’m interested, What would you suggest like this - that’s not garbage?

[@williamweathersby2345]

False I've had mine for like a year and never had to change pump once don't go dogging something you probably didn't know how to care for correctly

[@mrtv777]

@@williamweathersby2345 Exactly, I’ve seen people trying to spray entire houses with these guns.

[@johnbumpus7138]

This is a great little portable airless sprayer while true it’s not designed to pump 300 gallons a year of latex through it you should get years of service using it for small jobs around 70 gallons a year be sure to thoroughly clean it after every use and you shouldn’t experience any issues I absolutely love my TC pro

[@williba24]

Remove battery FIRST.

[@Toolaholic]

Brian Williams you need the battery to run the pump and flush it out. It can get wet.