Porter Cable manufactures painting power tools that deliver the steady stream of paint you need to complete any painting project. Porter Cable painting power tools are made with sturdy and rugged components so they're built to last. When parts finally wear out or break on your Porter Cable painting power tool, find the repair parts you need to fix the tool at Sears PartsDirect.
Tips to follow when spraying paint with your Porter Cable painting power tool
Wear proper protective equipment such as protective clothing, gloves, eye protection, and respiratory protection when using the painting power tool.
Follow the instructions in the owner's manual for properly setting up and using the painting power tool.
Hold the spray gun perpendicular to the surface with the spray gun tip about 12-inches from the surface when applying paint to avoid uneven paint application.
Move the spray gun at a steady, even pace when applying paint.
Maintenance tips for your Porter Cable painting power tool
Follow the proper shut-down procedure when you complete the painting project.
Don't use oil-based solvents to clean the painting power tool after using it to apply latex paint. Use only warm, soapy water to clean the equipment after applying latex paint.
Wipe inside of the suction filter housing with a rag. Clean the suction filter in a separate container of cleaning fluid or water and then reinsert the filter into the suction filter Housing.
Spray 1 gallon of cleaning fluid or water through the spray gun.
Remove the spray tip and clean the tip with a brush.
Clean and dry the body of the painting power tool.