User manual GRACO GX-14 33943-1

[. . . ] 11 INITIAL SETUP PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 DAILY STARTUP PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] The following safety guidelines are generally applicable to the safe and efficient use of the equipment. Acceptable Equipment Uses The equipment is designed for the dispensing of polyurethane foams, two-component coating systems such as polyureas, and some two-component epoxy systems. Under no circumstances should any acid or corrosive chemicals be used in the unit. Consult GUSMER if there is any doubt about the compatibility of the chemical system to be used in this equipment. Any use of this equipment other than as indicated above constitutes misuse unless express written approval is obtained from GUSMER. Your Gusmer equipment incorporates design parameters, features, and functionality developed in over 40 years of plural component equipment design and manufacture. It is manufactured under the stringent standards of ISO 9001, and is backed by the Gusmer Warranty included herein. The use of genuine Gusmer replacement parts is recommended for your equipment. Substitution of parts not designed, manufactured, or recommended by Gusmer may result in reduced performance of, and/or damage to, your Gusmer equipment. Any alterations to, or substitutions for, genuine Gusmer parts shall void the provisions of the Gusmer Warranty. 8/10/04 5 Model GX-14 Pour Head Operational Safety Procedures This safety information will not be repeated in the text of this manual. The symbols pertaining to this information will appear where appropriate to alert the operator to potential hazards. WARNING: THE SOLVENTS AND CHEMICALS USED WITH THIS EQUIPMENT EXPOSE THE OPERATOR TO CERTAIN HAZARDS. ADEQUATE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE MEASURES MUST BE TAKEN SO AS TO AVOID EXCEEDING THE THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE (TLV) OF THE PRODUCTS BEING USED, AS ESTABLISHED BY THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA) OR OTHER QUALIFIED AGENCY. OBTAIN INFORMATION CONCERNING PERSONAL PROTECTION AND PROPER HANDLING FROM THE SUPPLIER OF SUCH SOLVENTS AND CHEMICALS. Solvents and Chemicals WARNING: TO PREVENT SERIOUS BODILY INJURY FROM ELECTRICAL SHOCK, NEVER OPEN THE ELECTRIC CONSOLES OR OTHERWISE SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT AND/OR EQUIPMENT USED WITH IT BEFORE SWITCHING OFF THE MAIN POWER DISCONNECT AND SHUTTING OFF AND LOCKING OUT SUPPLY VOLTAGE AT THE SOURCE. THE ELECTRICAL SERVICE MUST BE INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. High Voltage WARNING: THIS EQUIPMENT HAS, OR IS USED WITH EQUIPMENT THAT HAS, HYDRAULIC AND CHEMICAL COMPONENTS CAPABLE OF PRODUCING UP TO 3500 PSI. TO AVOID SERIOUS BODILY INJURY FROM EJECTION OF FLUID, NEVER OPEN OR SERVICE ANY CONNECTIONS OR COMPONENTS WITHOUT BLEEDING ALL PRESSURES TO ZERO. High Pressure WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, PROPER PROTECTIVE GEAR, APPROPRIATE FOR THE TASK BEING ACCOMPLISHED, MUST BE WORN WHEN OPERATING, SERVICING, OR BEING PRESENT IN THE OPERATIONAL ZONE OF THIS EQUIPMENT. THIS INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO, EYE AND FACE PROTECTION, GLOVES, SAFETY SHOES, AND RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT AS REQUIRED TO PROVIDE PERSONAL PROTECTION FROM SOLVENTS AND CHEMICALS; HIGH PRESSURE RELEASES; HIGH TEMPERATURES; ELECTRIC SHOCK; AND OTHER HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH HYDRAULIC/ELECTRO-MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT. REFER TO THE APPROPRIATE WARNINGS ON THIS PAGE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. Personal Protective Equipment WARNING: THIS EQUIPMENT HAS, OR IS USED WITH EQUIPMENT THAT HAS, HIGH TEMPERATURE COMPONENTS SUCH AS PRIMARY HEATERS AND HEATED HOSES. TO PREVENT SERIOUS BODILY INJURY FROM HOT FLUID OR HOT METAL, NEVER ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE EQUIPMENT BEFORE ALLOWING IT TO COOL. High Temperature WARNING: FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW THE INFORMATION ASSOCIATED WITH THIS SYMBOL MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT. Warning 6 33943-1, Issue 2 Operating Manual Description DESCRIPTION General Description The design of the Gusmer GX-14 Pour Gun represents a milestone in engineering design which is so unique that the GX-14 will stand alone as it sets the standard by which all other guns are measured. The GX-14 was designed for the automotive industry to provide them with a gun offering the following features: · · · · · · Easy to operate and maintain Light weight Ergonomically balanced Hydraulically actuated Non-adjustable Rebuildable Before proceeding with the following procedures, familiarize yourself with the parts of the GX-14 Gun (Figure 1), so that you may relate to them as you read this manual. Figure 1. Proximity Switch Trigger Switch Connector Spacer Covers Coupling Block 8/10/04 7 Model GX-14 Pour Head Although new and unique in many aspects, the mixing chamber utilizes direct impingement mixing while the 1/4" valving rod allows for many hours of self-cleaning use. [. . . ] Cleaning Front Spacer Important: During normal use, debris will build-up behind the mixing chamber. This debris must be removed on a daily bases so that it does not prevent proper operation. Replace spacer covers. 8/10/04 15 Model GX-14 Pour Head SERVICING HYDRAULIC CYLINDER Figure 5. Model GX-14 Hydraulic Cylinder NOTE: all o-rings/seals that utilized in hydraulic cylinder are found in 33121-500-pkg Replacing O-rings in Hydraulic cylinder (Refer to Parts ID 33943-ID) 1. [. . . ]