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TB-1016-A

Replaces TB-1016

Technical Bulletin

Professional Gravity  

Feed Spraygun

Gun Repair Kit  

No. 702736

askus@devilbissar.com

800.445.3988

www.autorefinishdevilbiss.com

 


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Table of Contents

Topic  

 

Page

EC Declaration of Conformity

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3

Operational Description

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3

Construction Features, Materials of Construction, 

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Specifications & Technical Data
Safety Precautions

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5

Installation, Operation, Preventive Maintenance & Cleaning, 

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Spray Gun Lubrication
Parts Replacement/Maintenance

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7–12

 

A.  Servicing Air Valve

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7

 

B.  Replacing Air Valve

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8

 

C.  Needle Packing, Fluid Insert, Spreader Valve Assembly

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9

 

D.  Air Separator Seal

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10

 

E.  Chart 1 – Air Caps

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11 

 

 

Chart 2 – Fluid Nozzles & Fluid Needles

 

F.  Exploded View and Parts List

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12

Troubleshooting Possible Problems in Operation

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13–14

Accessories

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14

Warranty 

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NOTE:

When used with the HVLP cap, this gun can be used any-

where—both in mandated HVLP and unregulated areas.

When used with the High Efficiency cap, this gun can be 

used in unregulated areas and certain approved regulated 

areas. See 

www.autorefinishdevilbiss.com

 for a complete 

listing of approved areas and requirements for regulatory 

compliance. 

Consult your local air quality management agency with any 

questions regarding HVLP or compliance requirements in 

your area.

 


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EC Declaration of Conformity

We, Finishing Brands UK, Ltd., Ringwood Rd, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH11 9LH, UK, as the manufacturer of the 

Spray gun model 

TEKNA

, declare, under our sole responsibility, that the equipment to which this document 

relates is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents:

 

BS EN 12100 PARTS 1 & 2: 2010, BS EN 1953: 1998+A1:2009; and thereby conform to the 

protection requirements of Council Directive 98/37/EEC relating to Machinery Safety Directive, and;

 

EN 13463-1:2009, council Directive 94/9/EC relating to Equipment and Protective Systems intended 

for use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres protection level II 2 G X.

This product also complies with the requirements of the EPA guidelines, PG6/34. Transfer efficiency certificates 

are available on request.

D Smith, General Manager

June 2013

Technical Bulletin

TEKNA Gravity Feed Spraygun

IMPORTANT:

 Read and follow all instructions and Safety Precautions before using this equipment. Keep 

for future use.

The TEKNA Gravity Feed Spraygun Kit complies to ATEX regulations 94/9/EC, protection level 

II 2 G X, Suitable for 

use in Zones 1 and 2.

DeVilbiss Automotive Refinishing reserves the right to modify equipment specification without prior notice.

Operational Description

The TEKNA spraygun is a lightweight professional gun designed to handle both water-based and solvent-based 

coating materials. Both HVLP and high efficiency models are available.
High volume, low pressure (HVLP) models are designed to reduce overspray and provide maximum transfer 

efficiency by limiting air cap pressure to 0.7 bar (10 psi) (complies with rules issued by SCAQMD and other air 

quality authorities).
HVLP models will produce approximately 0.7 bar (10 psi) air cap pressure at 1.8 bar (26 psi) gun inlet pressure 

with the trigger pulled. HVLP air cap #202 is designed for optimum basecoat applications. HVLP air cap #909 

is designed for optimum clear coat applications. Two air cap test kits are available (see 

Accessories

) which can 

be utilized to set the exact air cap pressure.
High efficiency models use air cap #7E7. These models are designed to provide optimum atomization of 

virtually all waterborne or solvent-based common coating materials at increased application rates while 

maintaining very high transfer efficiency. High efficiency models, when tested under recommended conditions 

with automotive refinishing materilas, have been found to exceed 65% transfer efficiency.
High efficiency models comply with SCAQMD rules and certain other air quality authorities. Refer to the website 

www.autorefinishdevilbiss.com

 for a complete listing of approved areas and requirements for regulatory 

compliance.

IMPORTANT:

 These guns are not designed for use with highly corrosive and/or abrasive materials and if 

used with such materials it must be expected that the need for cleaning and/or replacement of parts will be 

increased. If there is any doubt regarding the suitability of a specific material, contact your TEKNA Distributor or 

TEKNA direct.

NOTE: This gun is not to be used with halogenated hydrocarbon solvents or cleaning agents such as 
1,1,1,-Trichloroethane or methylene chloride. These solvents can react with the aluminium components 
used in this gun and cup. The reaction can become violent and lead to an equipment explosion.

 


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Construction Features

1 Air Cap (nickel plated brass for long durability)
2 Air Cap Retaining Ring (allows easy rotation of air cap)
3 Fluid Nozzle (not visible, ideal for automotive topcoat systems)
4 Fluid Needle (not visible)
5 Fluid Inlet (3/8 BSP thread – accepts TEKNA & DeVilbiss cups)
6 Air Inlet (universal thread, accepts G 1/4 & 1/4 NPS)
7 Self Adjusting Needle Packing (packing not visible, for long packing life)
8 Trigger (ergonomic for comfort)
9 Trigger Stud & Screw (easy replacement design)

10 Fan Air Adjustment (stepless regulation for flat to round spray)
11 Fluid Adjustment (stepless regulation of fluid volume)
12 Removable Air Separator (not visible, for long gun service life)
13 Interchangeable Colour ID System (4 coloured rings supplied)
14 Forged gun body (ergonomic, good looking & durable, easy to clean)
15 900cc Aluminium Cup (easy clean) (shown) or 20 oz. Acetal Cup (waterbourne) (not shown)
16 Push On Lid w/Drip Free Vent (disposable/easy clean design) (aluminum cup) or screw-on lid w/vent (acetal Cup)
17 Air Valve (design offers low pull force & low pressure drop)
18 Gun acceptable for waterborne and solvent borne applications

Materials of Construction

Gun Body

Anodized aluminium

Air Cap

Nickel plated brass

Fluid Nozzle, Fluid Needle, Fluid Inlet, Trigger Stud

Stainless steel

Air Separator, Air Cap Retaining Ring, Knobs

Anodized aluminium

Springs, Clips, Screws

Stainless steel

Seals, Gaskets

Solvent resistant

Trigger

Chrome plated steel

Handle Plug, Air Inlet, Body Bushing, Spreader Valve Body, Air Valve Nut

Chrome plated brass

Air Valve Assembly

Stainless steel, acetal

Specifications & Technical Data

Air Supply Connection

Universal 1/4" BSP and 1/4" NPS

Maximum Static Air Inlet Pressure

P1 = 12 bar (175 psi)

Nominal Gun Air Inlet Pressure for HVLP Models (with gun triggered)

1.8 bar (26 psi)

Nominal Gun Air Inlet Pressure for High Efficiency Models – (with gun triggered)

1.5 bar (22 psi) (for compliance)

Air Consumption

See Chart 1 on page 11

Fluid Supply Connection

3/8" BSP

Service Temperature

0 to 40°C (32 to 100°F)

Gun Weight (gun only)

478g (16.9 oz.)

1

2

3, 4, 12

5

16

15

9

10

11

14

13

6

17

8

7

 


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Safety Precautions

This bulletin contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to USER SAFETY and PRE-

VENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the following symbols. Please pay particular attention to 

these sections.

  

 

NOTE

Important safety information – A hazard that may 

cause serious injury or loss of life.

Important information that tells how to prevent damage 

to equipment, or how to avoid a situation that may cause 

minor injury.

Information that you should pay special attention to.

The following hazards may occur during the normal use of this equipment. Please read the following chart before using  
this equipment.

HAZARD

CAUSE

SAFEGUARDS

Fire

Solvent and coatings can be highly flammable or 

combustible especially when sprayed.

Adequate exhaust must be provided to keep air free of accumulations of 

flammable vapours.
Smoking must never be allowed in the spray area.
Fire extinguishing equipment must be present in the spray area.

Solvent Spray

During use and while cleaning and flushing, solvents 

can be forcefully expelled from fluid and air passages. 

Some solvents can cause eye injury.

Wear eye protection.

Inhaling Toxic Substances 

Certain materials may be harmful if inhaled, or if there 

is contact with the skin.

Follow the requirements of the Material Safety Data Sheet supplied by your 

coating material manufacturer.
Adequate exhaust must be provided to keep the air free of accumulations of toxic 

materials.
Use a mask or respirator whenever there is a chance of inhaling sprayed 

materials. The mask must be compatible with the material being sprayed and 

its concentration. Equipment must be as prescribed by an industrial hygienist or 

safety expert, and be NIOSH approved.

Explosion Hazard –  

Incompatible Materials

Halogenated hydrocarbon solvents – for example; 

methylene chloride and 1,1,1,-Trichloroethane are 

not chemically compatible with the aluminium that 

might be used in many system components. The 

chemical reaction caused by these solvents reacting 

with aluminium can become violent and lead to an 

equipment explosion.

Guns with stainless steel internal passageways may be used with these solvents. 

However, aluminium is widely used in other spray application equipment – such 

as material pumps, regulators, valves, and cups. Check all equipment items 

before use and make sure they can also be used safely with these solvents. 

Read the label or data sheet for the material you intend to spray. If in doubt as to 

whether or not a coating or cleaning material is compatible, contact your material 

supplier.

General Safety

Improper operation or maintenance of equipment.

Operators should be given adequate training in the safe use and maintenance of 

the equipment (in accordance with the requirements of NFPA-33, Chapter 15). 

Users must comply with all local and national codes of practice and insurance 

company requirements governing ventilation, fire precautions, operation, 

maintenance, and housekeeping. These are OSHA Sections 1910.94 and 

1910.107 and NFPA-33.

Cumulative Trauma disorders 

(“CTD’s”) 

CTD’s, or musculoskeletal 

disorders, involve damage 

to the hands, wrists, elbow, 

shoulders, neck and back. 

Carpal tunnel syndrome  

and tendonitis (such as 

tennis elbow or rotator  

cuff syndrome) are examples 

of CTD’s.

Use of hand tools may cause cumulative trauma 

disorders (“CTD’s”).
CTD’s, when using hand tools, tend to affect the upper 

extremities. Factors which may increase the risk of 

developing a CTD include:
1.  High frequency of the activity.

2.  Excessive force, such as gripping, pinching,  

or pressing with the hands and fingers.

3.  Extreme or awkward finger, wrist, or  

arm positions.

4.  Excessive duration of the activity.

5.  Tool vibration.

6.  Repeated pressure on a body part.

7.  Working in cold temperatures.
CTD’s can also be caused by such activities as sewing, 

golf, tennis, and bowling, to name a few.

Pain, tingling, or numbness in the shoulder, forearm, wrist, hands, or fingers, 

especially during the night, may be early symptoms of a CTD. Do not ignore 

them. Should you experience any such symptoms, see a physician immediately. 

Other early symptoms may include vague discomfort in the hand, loss of 

manual dexterity, and nonspecific pain in the arm. Ignoring early symptoms and 

continued repetitive use of the arm, wrist, and hand can lead to serious disability. 

Risk is reduced by avoiding or lessening factors 1-7. 

WARNING

CAUTION

CA PROP

65

PROP 65 WARNING

WARNING: This product contains 
chemicals known to the State of 
California to cause cancer and birth 
defects or other reproductive harm.

 


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INSTALLATION

For maximum transfer efficiency,

 do not use more pressure than 

is necessary to atomise the material being applied.

1.  Connect the gun to a clean, moisture and oil free air  

supply using a hose size of at least 8 mm (5/16") I.D. hose. 

Do not use 6 mm I.D. hose (8 m x 6 mm hose at 510 LPM 

has a pressure loss of 1.8 bar. 8 m x 8 mm hose at 510 LPM 

has a pressure loss of 0.6 bar. [Do not use 1/4" I.D. hose 

(25' x 1/4" hose at 18 CFM has a pressure loss of 25 psi. 

25' x 5/16" hose at 18 CFM has a pressure loss of 8 psi).] 

Depending on hose length, larger I.D. hose may be required. 

NOTE

 

When gun is triggered on, adjust inlet air pressure 

(for recommended pressures see Chart 1 under Parts 

Replacement) at the gun inlet. (Pressure gauge shown under 

Accessories is recommended for this). 

Do not use more 

pressure than is necessary to atomise the material being 
applied.

 Excess pressure will create additional overspray and 

reduce transfer efficiency.

NOTE

 

If quick connects are required, use only high flow quick con-

nects approved for HVLP use. Other types will not flow enough 

air for proper gun operation.

NOTE

 

If an air adjusting valve is used at the gun inlet, use a DeVilbiss air 

adjusting valve. Some competitive adjusting valves have signifi-

cant pressure drop that can adversely affect spray performance. 

DeVilbiss air adjusting valves have minimal pressure drop.

2.  Attach the gravity feed cup to the material inlet.

NOTE

 

Protective coating and rust inhibitors have been used  

to keep the gun in good condition prior to shipment.  

Before using the gun, flush it with solvents so that these 

materials will be removed from fluid passages.

OPERATION

1.  Mix coating material to manufacturer’s instructions and strain 

material.

2.  Fill the cup with the required amount of material.  

Fill to no more than 19 mm (3/4") from the top of the cup.  

DO NOT OVERFILL.

3.  Attach Cup Lid.
4.  Turn fluid adjusting knob (18) clockwise to prevent fluid 

needle movement.

5.  Turn spreader valve adjusting knob (23) counter clockwise to 

fully open.

6.  Trigger gun on and adjust inlet air pressure (for 

recommended figures see Chart 1 under Parts Replacement) 

at the gun inlet. (Pressure gauge shown under Accessories is 

recommended for this).

7   Turn fluid adjusting knob counter clockwise until first  

thread shows.

8.  Test spray. If the finish is too dry, reduce airflow by reducing 

air inlet pressure.

9.  If finish is too wet, reduce fluid flow by turning fluid adjusting 

knob (18) clockwise. If atomisation is too coarse, increase inlet 

air pressure. If too fine, reduce inlet pressure.

10.  The pattern size can be reduced by turning spreader valve 

adjusting knob (23) clockwise.

11.  Hold gun perpendicular to surface being sprayed. Arcing  

or tilting may result in uneven coating.

12.  The recommended spray distance is 150-200 mm (6"–8").
13.  Spray edges first. Overlap each stroke a minimum of 75%. Move 

gun at a constant speed.

14.  Always turn off air supply and relieve pressure when gun is not 

in use.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE & CLEANING

To clean air cap and fluid nozzle, brush exterior with a stiff bristle 

brush. If necessary to clean cap holes, use a broom straw or 

toothpick if possible. If a wire or hard instrument is used, extreme 

care must be used to prevent scratching or burring of the holes which 

will cause a distorted spray pattern.
To clean fluid passages, remove excess material from cup, then flush 

with a suitable solvent. Wipe gun exterior with a solvent dampened 

cloth. Never completely immerse in solvent as this is detrimental to 

the lubricants and packings.

NOTE

When replacing the fluid nozzle or fluid needle, replace both 

at the same time. Using worn parts can cause fluid leakage. 

See page 11, Chart 2. Also, replace the needle packing at this 

time. Lightly lubricate the threads of the fluid nozzle before 

reassembling. Torque to 18–20 nm (13–15 ft-lbs). Do not over 

tighten the fluid nozzle.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to fluid nozzle (8) or fluid needle (15), be 

sure to either 1) pull the trigger and hold while tightening or 

loosening the fluid nozzle, or 2) remove fluid adjusting knob (18) 

to relieve spring pressure against needle collar.

SPRAY GUN LUBRICATION

Daily, apply a drop of spray gun lubricant at trigger stud (39) and the 

stem of air valve (32) where it enters air valve assembly. The shank 

of fluid needle (15) where it enters packing nut (28) should also be 

oiled. Fluid needle packing (26) should be lubricated periodically. 

Make sure air separator (9) and air cap retaining ring (1) threads are 

clean and free of foreign matter. Before assembling air cap retaining 

ring to air separator, clean the threads thoroughly, then add two 

drops of spray gun lubricant to threads. Fluid needle spring (16) and 

air valve spring (33) should be coated with a 

very light grease, making sure that 

any excess grease will not clog the 

air passages. 
Points of Lubrication

A.   Trigger Points

B.  Packing

C.  Adjusting Knobs

D.  Air Cap Retaining Ring Threads

E.  Air Valve Cartridge

A

C

D

B

E

 


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7-6

7-5

7-9

7-1

7-2

7-3

7-8

7-11

7-7

7-4

7-12

7-10

AIR VALVE BODY

PLASTIC CAGE

ALL POPPET 

HOLES MUST 

BE CLEAR

WIGGLE TO BE SURE 

THAT STEM FLOATS 

IN POPPET

SPRING PAD GOES 

IN FIRST

REAR SEAL IN 

GUN BODY

Parts Replacement/

Maintenance

AIR VALVE INSTRUCTIONS

Servicing Air Valve

Reasons to service air valve:

A)  Air valve not functioning properly  

(may need cleaning).

B)  Routine maintenance.

1.  Remove trigger using a Star (T20) driver. (See 

pictures 7-1 & 7-2)

2.  Unscrew air valve using 14 mm wrench.  

(See picture 7-3)

3.  Remove air valve by gripping stem.  

(See picture 7-4)

4.  Remove spring with spring pad.  

(See picture 7-5)

5.  DO NOT REMOVE REAR SEAL FROM GUN  

BODY. (See picture 7-6)

6.  DO NOT REMOVE PLASTIC CAGE FROM  

AIR VALVE BODY AS THIS MAY DAMAGE  

THE CAGE. (See picture 7-7)

7.  CLEAN

a.  Remove all paint build up.  

(See picture 7-8)

b.  The 4 poppet holes must be clear.  

(See picture 7-9)

c.  Stem must be free to float in poppet.  

(See picture 7-10)

d.  Stem must slide through cage bore  

with slight resistance (due to seal).

e.  Rear seal must look clean and in  

position in the bore. (See picture 7-6)

f.  If any of the above cannot be rectified,  

replace the air valve (See Replacing  

Air Valve).

8.  Replace spring ensuring the end with 

 the plastic bearing pad goes in first.  

(See picture 7-5)

9.  Insert air valve assembly into gun and carefully 

feed through the rear seal  

and over the spring. (See picture 7-11)

10.  Tighten air valve assembly using fingers  

first, then wrench tighten with 14 mm wrench.  

(See pictures 7-12 & 7-3)

11.  Replace trigger. (See pictures 7-2 & 7-1)
12.  If there is an air leak through the gun,  

the air valve may need replacing (See Replacing 

Air Valve).

 


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8-8

Replacing Air Valve

Reasons to replace air valve:

A)  Air leak through the gun.

B)  Air valve not operating properly.

1.  Remove trigger using a Star (T20) driver. (See 

pictures 8-1 & 8-2)

2.  Unscrew air valve using 14 mm wrench.  

(See picture 8-3)

3.  Remove air valve by gripping the stem.  

(See picture 8-4)

4.  Remove spring with spring pad.  

(See picture 8-5)

5.  Hook out rear seal using service tool.  

(See pictures 8-6 & 8-7)

6.  Clean air valve bores in gun body with  

a soft brush.

7.  Place new rear seal onto service tool; grooves 

must fit in service tool form.  

(See picture 8-8)

8.  Push rear seal firmly into hole up  

to shoulder, using service tool.  

(See picture 8-9)

9.  Insert new spring, ensuring the end  

with the plastic bearing pad goes in first.  

(See picture 8-5)

10.  Insert air valve assembly into gun and carefully 

feed through the rear seal and over the spring. 

(See picture 8-10)

11.  Tighten air valve assembly using fingers first,  

then wrench tighten with 14 mm wrench.  

(See pictures 8-11 & 8-3)

12.  Replace trigger. (See pictures 8-2 & 8-1)

8-1

8-2

8-3

8-4

8-5

8-6

8-9

8-10

8-11

GROOVES IN SEAL FIT INTO 
SERVICE TOOL

SPRING PAD 

GOES IN FIRST

 


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Parts Replacement/

Maintenance

NEEDLE PACKING  

REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

1.  Remove trigger using a Star (T20) driver.  

(See pictures 9-1 & 9-2)

2.  Remove fluid adjusting knob and needle  

spring with spring pad from gun.  

(See pictures 9-3 & 9-4)

3.  Remove fluid needle from gun body.  

(See picture 9-5)

4.  Loosen and remove packing nut using a straight 

blade screwdriver. (See picture 9-6)

5.  Discard old packing and packing spring if replacing. 

Clean packing if reusing. Also clean packing spring 

and nut. (See picture 9-7)

6.  Partially insert clean fluid needle into gun  

and place packing nut, spring, and new packing 

onto needle. Be sure tapered end of packing  

goes into gun first. (See pictures 9-7 & 9-8)

7.  Insert fluid needle all the way into gun body  

seating in fluid nozzle.

8.  Tighten needle packing nut by hand, then  

remove fluid needle.

9.  Tighten needle packing nut fully, using a straight 

blade screwdriver. Don’t over tighten.  

(See picture 9-6)

10.  Reinstall fluid needle, needle spring, spring  

pad, and fluid adjusting knob. (See pictures 9-5, 9-4 

& 9-3) A drop or two of lubricant on parts assures 

smooth operation.

11.  Reinstall trigger. (See pictures 9-2 & 9-1)  

A drop of lubricant assures smooth operation.

12.  Trigger gun fully and screw in fluid adjusting  

knob until it stops. Back it off 1/2 turn and gun will 

have full needle travel.

13.  Trigger gun several times to verify  

proper operation.

FLUID INSERT REPLACEMENT/

MAINTENANCE

The fluid insert and seal are NOT replaceable.  

Don’t remove these parts. (See picture 9-9)  

No maintenance is required for these parts other  

than cleaning the internal bore.

SPREADER VALVE ASSEMBLY 

REPLACEMENT/MAINTENANCE

The spreader valve assembly can be replaced if 

damaged (See picture 9-10). Remove using a  

14 mm wrench. The internal seal can be replaced  

and is included in the TEKNA Gun Rebuild Kit.

9-1

9-2

9-3

9-4

9-5

9-6

9-7

9-8

9-9

9-10

DON'T REMOVE FLUID INSERT 
AND SEAL IN GUN BODY

 


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Parts Replacement/

Maintenance

AIR SEPARATOR SEAL 

REPLACEMENT

1.  Remove air cap and retaining ring.  

(See picture 10-1)

2.  Remove fluid adjusting knob, spring, and  

spring pad. (See pictures 10-2 & 10-3)

3.  Remove fluid needle from gun body.  

(See picture 10-4)

4.  Remove fluid nozzle (using 10 mm wrench),  

air separator, and seal.  

(See pictures 10-5 & 10-6)

5.  Remove seal from air separator.  

(See picture 10-7)

6.  Clean front of gun if required, using  

a soft brush, as well as the air separator,  

fluid nozzle, air cap, and retaining ring.  

(See pictures 10-8 & 10-9)

7.  Place a new air separator seal onto the front of the 

gun. The flat on the seal must align with the gun’s 

flat. (See picture 10-10)

8.  Reinstall the air separator, making sure the pin is 

engaged into the hole in the gun body. Reinstall the 

fluid nozzle and torque the fluid nozzle to 18–20 

nm (13–15 ft-lbs). Don’t over torque the fluid 

nozzle. A drop or two of lubricant on the fluid nozzle 

threads and air separator threads insures smooth 

assembly. Reinstall the air cap and retaining ring.

9.  Insert fluid needle all the way into the gun 

body, seating in fluid nozzle.  

(See picture 10-4)

10.  Reassemble needle spring, spring pad,  

and fluid adjusting knob. A drop or two  

of lubricant assures smooth operation.  

(See pictures 10-2 & 10-3)

11.  Trigger gun fully and screw in fluid adjusting  

knob until it stops. Back it off 1/2 turn and  

gun will have full needle travel.

12.  Trigger gun several times to verify  

proper operation.

10-7

10-8

10-1

10-2

10-3

10-4

10-5

10-6

10-9

10-10

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Parts Replacement/Maintenance

Chart 1 – Air Caps

ORDER NO. FOR  

AIR CAP

APPLICATION

NUMBER  

ON CAP

RECOMMENDED 

INLET PRESSURE 

BAR/PSI

AIR FLOW  

LPM/SCFM

RECOMMENDED FLUID 

TIP (MM)

702723  (HVLP)

Basecoats – Solvent & 

Waterborne

202

1.2-1.5 bar 

18-22 psi

382-434 LPM  

13.5-15.5 SCFM

1.2, 1.3, 1.4 – 

Also 1.5 for waterborne only

702724  (HVLP)

Clears, Single Stages, 

Waterborne Basecoats

909

1.5-1.8 bar  

22-26 psi

396-453 LPM  

14-16 SCFM

1.2, 1.3, 1.4 – 

Also 1.5 for waterborne only

703062  (High 

 

Efficiency)

Basecoats – Solvent & 

Waterborne, Clears,  

Single Stages

7E7

1.1-1.5 bar 

16-22 psi

255-312 LPM 

9-11 SCFM

1.2, 1.3, 1.4 – 

Also 1.5 for waterborne only

NOTE 1:

   Guns with HVLP caps must not exceed 0.7 bar (10 psi) air cap pressure with 

gun fully triggered. (Aproximately 26 psi gun inlet pressure.) (See accessories 

for air cap test kits which are available to set the exact cap pressure.)

 

   Compliance with SCAQMD and other air regulatory agencies requires gun inlet 

pressure not to exceed 1.5 bar (22 psi) with gun fully triggered when the high 

efficiency cap is used. Gun inlet pressure may be adjusted as required to any 

desired value in areas not requiring EPA compliance.

NOTE 2:

   When removing air cap from retaining ring, don’t remove slip ring (2)  

or retaining ring seal (5) from retaining ring. Damage to the parts may  

occur. Slip ring and retaining ring seal are not available as replacements. 

Simply wipe parts clean and reassemble with new or clean air cap.

Chart 2 – Fluid Nozzle & Fluid Needles

NO. ON  

FLUID NOZZLE 

TIP SIZE I.D. 

(MM)

NO. ON FLUID NEEDLE 

(TO MATCH FLUID NOZZLE) 

ORDER NO. FOR  

NOZZLE & NEEDLE SET

SN-37-11

1.1

SN-38-11

702711

SN-37-12

1.2

SN-38-12

702712

SN-37-13

1.3

SN-38-13

702713

SN-37-14

1.4

SN-38-14

702714

SN-37-15

1.5

SN-38-15

702715

NOTE:

  When replacing the fluid nozzle or fluid needle, replace both at the same time. 

Lightly lubricate the threads of the fluid nozzle before reassembling. Torque  

to 18–20 nm (13–15 ft-lbs). Don’t over tighten the fluid nozzle. Use 10 mm 

wrench supplied with gun.

 


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REF. NO.

DESCRIPTION

PART NO.

QTY

1

Air Cap Retaining Ring

1

2

Slip Ring

1

3

Air Cap

1

4

Air Cap Retaining Clip

191972

1

5

Retaining Ring Seal

1

6

Air Cap & Ring 

See Chart 1, 

p.11

1

7

Air Cap Retaining Ring & Seals

702725

1

8

Fluid Nozzle

See Chart 2, 

p.11

1

9

Air Separator

1

*10

Air Separator Seal (kit of 2)

702726

1

11

Air Separator & Seal Kit

702727

1

*12

Body Bushing Gasket

1

13

Body Bushing

1

14

Body Bushing & Gasket

702728

1

15

Fluid Needle

See Chart 2, 

p.11

1

*16

Needle Spring

1

*17

Needle Spring Pad

1

18

Fluid Adjusting Knob

1

19

Fluid Adjusting Knob, Spring,  

& Pad Kit

702729

1

*20

Retaining Clip

1

21

Spreader Valve Body

1

*22

O-ring

1

23

Spreader Valve Adjusting Knob

1

*24

Spreader Valve Pin

1

25

Spreader Valve Assembly

702730

1

REF. NO.

DESCRIPTION

PART NO.

QTY

*26

Needle Packing

1

*27

Packing Spring

1

*28

Packing Nut

1

29

Packing, Spring & Packing Nut Kit

702731

1

30

Air Valve Body

1

31

Air Valve Cage

1

32

Air Valve Poppet

1

33

Air Valve Spring

1

34

Air Valve Spring Pad

1

35

Air Valve Seal (Kit of 5)

803307

1

36

Air Valve Assembly

702732

1

*37

Trigger Stud Screw (T20 Star)

1

38

Trigger

1

*39

Trigger Stud

1

40

Trigger, Stud & Screw Kit

702733

1

41

Plug

1

42

Air Inlet

702734

1

43

Colour ID Ring Kit (4 Colours)

702735

1

44

Gun Body

1

OTHER SALABLE PARTS / ACCESSORIES

Wrench (10 & 14mm)

702740

Seal and Pin Kit (Kit of 5)  

(Items 20, 22 and 24.)

192229

Air Adjusting Valve

702737

*  The TEKNA Spray Gun Repair Kit (702736) contains all the parts 

indicated with an asterisk.

30

42

41

43

44

37

38

39

40

20 

23

25

21

22

Air Inlet – Torque to 20 nm (15 ft-lbs)
Use medium strength thread sealant  

(i.e. Devcon #2242 blue, or equivalent)  

on threads

19

16

18

17

36

31

32

33

34 35

12 

15

14

13 

26 27

28

29

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

7

8

9

10

11

Fluid Nozzle
Torque to 18–20 nm (13–15 ft-lbs)

24

 


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Troubleshooting Possible Problems  

in Operation

CONDITION

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Heavy top or  

bottom pattern

Horn holes plugged.

Clean. Ream with non-metallic point.

Obstruction on top or bottom  

of fluid nozzle.

Clean.

Cap and/or nozzle seat dirty.

Clean

Heavy right  

or left side  

pattern 

Left or right side horn holes plugged.

Clean. Ream with non-metallic point.

Dirt on left or right side of  

fluid nozzle.

Clean.

Remedies for the top-heavy, bottom-heavy, right-heavy, and left-heavy patterns:

1.  Determine if the obstruction is on the air cap or the fluid nozzle. Do this by making a test spray pattern. Then, 

rotate the cap one-half turn and spray another pattern. If the defect is inverted, obstruction is on the air cap. 

Clean the air cap as previously instructed. Also check for dried paint just inside the cap center hole opening; 

remove by washing with solvent.

2.  If the defect is not inverted, it is on the fluid nozzle. Clean nozzle. Check for a fine burr on the edge of the fluid 

nozzle. Remove with #600 wet or dry sandpaper.

Heavy centre  

pattern

Spreader adjustment valve set  

too low.

Turn out counter clockwise to achieve 

proper pattern.

Atomising pressure too low.

Increase pressure.

Material too thick.

Thin to proper consistency.

Split spray pattern

Atomisation air pressure too high.

Reduce at regulator or gun handle.

Fluid adjusting knob turned in  

too far.

Turn out counter clockwise to achieve 

proper pattern.

Spreader adjusting valve set too high.

Turn in clockwise to achieve proper 

pattern.

Jerky or fluttering spray

*Loose or damaged fluid nozzle/seat.

Tighten or replace.

Loose or broken cup fluid nipple.

Tighten or replace cup.

Material level too low.

Refill.

Container tipped too far.

Hold more upright.

Obstruction in fluid passage.

Back flush with solvent.

Loose fluid needle packing nut.

Tighten.

Damaged fluid needle packing.

Replace.

Unable to get round spray

Spreader valve not seating properly.

Clean or replace.

Air cap retaining ring loose.

Tighten.

Will not spray

No air pressure at gun.

Check air supply and air lines, blow out 

gun air passages.

Fluid adjusting knob not  

open enough.

Turn out counter clockwise.

Fluid too heavy for gravity feed.

Thin material and/or change to larger 

fluid nozzle size.

Paint bubbles in cup

Fluid nozzle not tight.

Tighten to 18–20 nm (13-15 ft-lbs).

Fluid leaking or dripping 

from cup lid

Cup lid loose.

Push in or replace.

Dirty cup or lid.

Clean.

Cracked cup or lid.

Replace cup and lid.

Starved spray pattern

Inadequate material flow.

Back fluid adjusting knob out or change 

to larger fluid nozzle size.

Low atomisation air pressure.

Increase air pressure and  

rebalance gun.

Excessive overspray

Too much atomisation air pressure.

Reduce pressure.

Gun too far from work surface.

Adjust to proper distance.

Improper stroking (arcing, gun motion 

too fast).

Move at moderate pace, parallel to work 

surface.

Excessive fog

Too much or too-fast-drying thinner.

Remix properly.

Too much atomisation air pressure.

Reduce pressure.

Dry spray

Air pressure too high.

Reduce air pressure.

Gun too far from work surface.

Adjust to proper distance.

Gun motion too fast.

Slow down.

Gun out of adjustment.

Adjust.

Fluid leaking from  

packing nut

Packing nut loose.

Tighten.

Packing worn.

Replace.

*Most common problem.

 


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Troubleshooting Possible Problems in Operation

 (cont'd)

CONDITION

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Fluid leaking or dripping 

from front of gun

Fluid nozzle or fluid needle worn  

or damaged.
Foreign matter in fluid nozzle.
Fluid needle spring broken.

Wrong size fluid needle or  

fluid nozzle.

Replace fluid nozzle and fluid needle. 

Clean.
Replace.
Replace fluid nozzle and fluid needle.

Fluid dripping or leaking 

from bottom of cup

Cup loose on gun.

Tighten

Cup threads dirty.

Clean.

Runs and sags

Too much material flow.

Turn fluid adjusting knob clockwise  

or switch to smaller fluid nozzle and  

fluid needle size.

Material too thin.

Mix properly or apply light coats.

Gun tilted on an angle, or gun motion 

too slow.

Hold gun at right angle to work and adapt 

to proper gun technique.

Thin, sandy coarse finish 

drying before it flows out

Gun too far from surface.

Check distance. Normally approx. 

150–200 mm (6–8").

Too much air pressure.

Reduce air pressure and check  

spray pattern.

Improper thinner being used.

Follow paint manufacturer’s mixing 

instructions.

Thick, dimpled finish 

“orange peel”

Gun too close to surface.

Check distance. Normally approx. 

150–200 mm (6–8"). Too much material 

coarsely atomised.

Air pressure too low.

Increase air pressure or reduce  

fluid flow.

Improper thinner being used.

Follow paint manufacturer’s mixing 

instructions.

Material not properly mixed.

Follow paint manufacturer’s mixing 

instructions.

Surface rough, oily, dirty.

Properly clean and prepare.

Accessories

HAV-512

Adjusting Valve

Use to control air  

usage at gun.

702576  

TEKNA 900cc 

Aluminum Cup

Joins any single 

piece DeVilbiss 

air cap with latest 

version  MBC-368,  

M S A - 1   o r   G T I -

3  retaining rings.  

Helps prevent parts 

loss and provides 

easier assembly.

JGA-156-K10  

191972 

Spring Clips

Easy to use and clean 

design.

40-128 

Twin Cartridge, 

Paint Spray 

Respirator

NIOSH-Certified

(TC84A-1623)  for respira-

tory protection in atmos-

pheres not immediately 

dangerous to life.

GH-505 Gun 

Holder

Gun holders are 

made to hold stan-

dard paint cups, grav-

ity feed guns and 

cups, and paint filters.

702738 HVLP #202  
702739 HVLP #909  

Air Cap Test Kit

The purpose of this test 

kit is to measure air cap 

atomizing air pressure at 

the center air port of the air 

cap.  Used to confirm code  

compliance and as a daily 

quality control measure.

702740 TEKNA Wrench  

Spray Gun Lube

SSL-10 (2 oz. bottle) 

Compatible with 

all paint materi-

als; contains no 

silicone or petro-

leum distillates to 

contaminate paint. 

MSDS Sheet avail-

able upon request.

Automotive Refinish Quick Connects 

For HVLP Guns (Air)

High Flow Type.

HC-4720 Coupler

1/4" NPT(F)

HC-1166 Stem

1/4" NPT(M)

HC-4419 Stem

1/4" NPT(F)

HC-4719 Coupler 

1/4" NPT(M) /NPS(M)

192212 Professional  

Spray Gun  

Cleaning Kit

Contains six preci-

sion tools designed 

to effectively clean 

all DeVilbiss, Binks, 

Finishline and other 

brand spray guns.

192219 

Gun Holder

192218 Scrubs

®

  

Hand Cleaner Towels

Scrubs

®

 are a pre- 

moistened hand cleaner 

towel for painters, body 

men and mechanics that 

go where you go and no 

water is needed.

Gun holder made 

to hold guns with 

gravity cups.

HAF-507 Whirlwind™

In-Line Air Filter

Removes water, oil, 

and debris from the 

air line.

For maintenance use.

HAV-555
DeVilbiss  

Air Adjusting Valve

 

with Gauge

Use to precisely set  

air pressure to gun.

14 mm

10 mm

 


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This product is manufactured in the UK by: 

Finishing Brands UK, Ltd. 

Ringwood Road, 

Bournemouth, 

BH11 9LH, UK
Distributed exclusively in North America by: 

DeVilbiss Automotive Refinishing 

Swanton, OH 43558

WARRANTY
This product is covered by DeVilbiss' 2 Year Limited Warranty.  

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Toll-Free Telephone: 1-800-445-3988 (U.S.A. and Canada only)

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