can this be used with oil based paints? some said it does nto handle solvents well so how would that get cleaned up after oil based stain/paint
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It is not recommended that you leave harsh solvents in the machine after cleaning it out. Once you have cleaned it out with whatever the necessary solvent is, then flush it out with fresh water and you are fine to store the machine. There is also a product called "Pump Saver" that's even better to leave in the machine. It keeps all the seals lubricated and such. Dene - Gleem Paint
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I wouldn't recommend it. Test it first if you try: I have had it take paint. I'd try some other cleaner first for painted surfaces.
595702
It does leave an oily residue behind. However, painting over spots with Kilz and then repainting eliminates the problem.
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I put it over water-based stain, and it worked well. I don't think it would work over oil-based products; It would probably bead up.
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no, it does not even work on oil paints as it states!!! buy lowes bonding primer instead>>>
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the operators manual that comes with this unit says the oiler can be turned off I believe it works like a siphon and the shutoff closes the opening to the oil reservoir but is it worth risking a paint job you would still have to have dedicated air hoses for painting as there would be oil residue in your every day hoses. you could use this with confidence if you never put oil in the reservoir, or split your system and put in a stand alone regulator /dryer system parallel to this one
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I believe it may leave some residue, but that can be removed with a little cooking oil, I think. I wouldn't try this on anything painted--the paint will rip right off.
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I use it mostly for oil based paint. but it should work for water based as well
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I tried it on ink mark on the leather bag. It did lighten after we applied it few times. Actually the manufacturer called me and refunded me the amount since it didn't completely remove it. Please use the right type of cloth to wipe it as fiber cloth can further damage the bag. The good thing is it didn't spoil the finish. I am not sure about old oil stain and I haven't not used any other cleaning product.
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I have a jar filled with distilled water ready for when I am done painting. I attach it immediately, and spray until it comes out clear. Then I take it apart, and clean it gently. It isn't any worse than cleaning a paint brush.
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I have used this product to remove many types of stains from grease to ink, however, I have not used it for paint. Sorry I could not be of help.
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I would suggest using a water soluble product and wash the brush with hot/warm soapy water to clean it afterwards. I threw away my directions, so don't remember what it suggested nor it it warned against using oil based products. I don't use products that need paint thinner to clean them off the bristles. Sorry I couldn't be more help...
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I have not used it with those solvents all purpose pressure washer soap is all I have used it with and the brush has held up great with rigorous use
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I was told by the Mityvac rep that if you are planning on using it for simply oil, all the time, that there is no need to clean it, other than emptying it, as the bit of oil left behind will keep the rubber seals moist. Now if you are planning on using it for several different fluid removal that the easiest way to clean it was to put the same kind of goop type hand cleaner used when you are dealing with your oily dirty hands. Put a bit in a cup diluted with water and vacuum it up with the Mityvac. I hope that works; I didn't clean mine since I plan on using it for motor/boat oil at all times; I just emptied it back on the same quarts and took the old oil to a recycle place near by. I was told by the Mityvac rep that if you are planning on using it for simply oil, all the time, that there is no need to clean it, other than emptying it, as the bit of oil left behind will keep the rubber seals moist. Now if you are planning on using it for several different fluid removal that the easiest way to clean it was to put the same kind of goop type hand cleaner used when you are dealing with your oily dirty hands. Put a bit in a cup diluted with water and vacuum it up with the Mityvac. I hope that works; I didn't clean mine since I plan on using it for motor/boat oil at all... » Read More I was told by the Mityvac rep that if you are planning on using it for simply oil, all the time, that there is no need to clean it, other than emptying it, as the bit of oil left behind will keep the rubber seals moist. Now if you are planning on using it for several different fluid removal that the easiest way to clean it was to put the same kind of goop type hand cleaner used when you are dealing with your oily dirty hands. Put a bit in a cup diluted with water and vacuum it up with the Mityvac. I hope that works; I didn't clean mine since I plan on using it for motor/boat oil at all times; I just emptied it back on the same quarts and took the old oil to a recycle place near by. « Show Less
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Don't know, the piece I cleaned didn't have grease or oil stains. I used it to remove the gray patina that happens to teak when left out in the elements!
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I used it once with stain and polyurethane, it works pretty well but will go through a lot of stain very quickly. The trigger is adjustable but for me using it the first time I had to adjust it almost out to the end of the least amount sprayed. I would adjust it out before you start then increase the volume from there. Clean up is pretty simple !! I would buy another one if this one goes bad!
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I returned the one I bought because it did not spray latex paint very well. I tried everything that was suggested, basically thinning the paint until it was practically water, and still the paint came out onto the test surfaces splotchy and spotted. I think it works better with oil based stains that are not very thick.