What spray gun malfunction is indicated when paint is leaking around the fluid needle packing?

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AThe packing nut is too loose
BThe fluid tip is too large
CThe air pressure is too high
DThe trigger adjustment is incorrect

✓ Correct answer: A. The packing nut is too loose When paint is leaking around the fluid needle packing, the packing nut is likely too loose. The packing nut compresses the packing material to create a seal around the needle, and if it's loose, paint will leak through this area.

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