Smith Performance Sprayers Industrial & Contractor Series

Questions and Answers

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Megan FreemanSep 10, 2025
What to do if the nozzle tip leaks or has a poor spray pattern on my Smith Performance Sprayers Industrial & Contractor Paint Sprayer?
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  Timothy RangelSep 10, 2025
  If the nozzle tip of your Smith Performance Sprayers Paint Sprayer is leaking, has a poor spray pattern, partial spray, or is completely stopped, consider the following: * If you have SM II Shut-off, replace the flat seal at the extension tip (Kit #12) if it's missing or damaged. * If the spray extension or nozzle is clogged, remove and clean it as detailed in the Nozzle Maintenance section. * Clean any dirty or clogged filters or the mesh strainer. * Clean the nozzle tip with a soft brush.
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John RivasAug 22, 2025
What to do if material overflows through pump barrel of Smith Performance Sprayers Industrial & Contractor?
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  williamhurstAug 23, 2025
  If your Smith Performance Sprayers Paint Sprayer material overflows through the pump barrel, or the pump handle rises when unlocked, it might be due to dirt or debris under the check valve (#3S) on the pump. Clean the check valve (#3S) and the valve sealing surface on the pump. Alternatively, the pump check valve (#3S) could be chipped, torn, or swollen. In this case, replace the check valve (#3S) as described in the Pump Disassembly & Reassembly section.
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Gregory HicksAug 25, 2025
How to fix a hose leak at the tank of Smith Performance Sprayers Industrial & Contractor Paint Sprayer?
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  Paul SmithAug 25, 2025
  If the hose leaks at the tank of your Smith Performance Sprayers Paint Sprayer, try tightening the hose nut at the tank. If the hose is cracked, swollen, or faulty, replace it. If the hose leaks at the shut-off, tighten the hose at the shut-off.
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odavisAug 26, 2025
Why is my Smith Performance Sprayers Industrial & Contractor Paint Sprayer difficult to pump?
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  thomas03Aug 27, 2025
  If your Smith Performance Sprayers Paint Sprayer is difficult to pump, it could be due to a damaged piston o-ring (#3L). Replace the piston o-ring as described in the Pump Disassembly & Reassembly section. Another possible reason is that the piston o-ring (#3L) is dry. Lubricate the piston o-ring as described in the Pump Disassembly & Reassembly section.
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Justin RojasAug 27, 2025
What to do if the nozzle drips on my Smith Performance Sprayers Industrial & Contractor Paint Sprayer?
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  Darren JonesAug 27, 2025
  If the nozzle drips when the shut-off lever is released on your Smith Performance Sprayers Paint Sprayer, it could be due to dirt or debris in the shut-off valve. Clean the shut-off as described in the Shut-off Maintenance section. Alternatively, there may be damaged o-rings or seals in the shut-off (Kit #10). Service the shut-off seals as described in Maintenance service (Kit #10).
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Elizabeth RamirezAug 29, 2025
Why does the nozzle tip leak or have a poor spray pattern on my Smith Performance Sprayers Industrial & Contractor Paint Sprayer?
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  Matthew WrightAug 29, 2025
  If the nozzle tip of your Smith Performance Sprayers Paint Sprayer leaks, produces a poor spray pattern, sprays only partially, or stops completely, it could be due to several reasons. The spray extension or nozzle might be clogged, so remove the nozzle and clean it. The soft seat gasket or seat stem on the XB shut-off could be damaged or dirty; clean the end of the seat stem and the soft seat gasket, and replace the valve spring for the XB shut-off. The filters or mesh strainer might be dirty or clogged; clean them. Finally, the nozzle tip itself might be dirty or clogged; clean it with a soft brush.
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Gabriel ColemanSep 18, 2025
Why is the hose leaking on my Smith Performance Sprayers Industrial & Contractor?
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  Amber JonesSep 18, 2025
  If the hose on your Smith Performance Sprayers Paint Sprayer is leaking at the tank or shut-off, here are a few things to check: 1. If the hose is loose at the tank, tighten the hose nut at the tank. 2. If the hose is cracked, swollen, or faulty, replace the shut-off assembly for SM II shut-off. 3. If the hose is loose at the shut-off, tighten the hose at the shut-off.
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Michael LeeSep 12, 2025
Why is my Smith Performance Sprayers Industrial & Contractor Paint Sprayer leaking at the pump or not building pressure?
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  Darin MoraSep 12, 2025
  If your Smith Performance Sprayers Paint Sprayer leaks at the pump or doesn't build pressure, the following could be the cause: 1. There may be dirt or debris on the pump gasket (#3F) or closure. Clean any dirt or debris from the gasket or closure. 2. The pump gasket (#3F) may be chipped, torn, swollen, or defective. Replace the old gasket with a new one as described in the Pump Disassembly & Reassembly section. 3. The check valve (#3G) at the bottom of the pump assembly may be the problem. Replace it if it is missing or damaged, as described in the Pump Disassembly & Reassembly section. 4. The o-ring (#3D) on the piston may be worn or damaged. Replace it as described in the Pump Disassembly & Reassembly section.
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triciasmithSep 8, 2025
Why is material overflowing from the pump of my Smith Performance Sprayers Paint Sprayer?
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  Andrea FieldsSep 8, 2025
  If sprayer material overflows through the pump barrel or the pump handle rises when unlocked on your Smith Performance Sprayers Paint Sprayer, it could be due to dirt or debris under the check valve on the pump; clean the check valve and valve sealing surface on the pump. Alternatively, the pump check valve could be chipped, torn, or swollen; replace the check valve.
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Shannon GallowaySep 5, 2025
How to stop my Smith Performance Sprayers Paint Sprayer from constantly spraying?
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  Derrick McintoshSep 5, 2025
  If your Smith Performance Sprayers Paint Sprayer starts spraying when pumping, or won't stop when the shut-off lever is released, squeeze the shut-off lever and rotate the lock towards the nozzle. Also check the orientation of the soft seal gasket.