Binks GEMS, Maintenance & Repair Manual

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Disconnect and De-energize!
1 : System Depressurization Procedure
With air and pressurized working fluids, the GEMS system is constantly under various states of fluid
pressure. To perform maintenance and repair or shut down for extended periods the system should be
completely depressurized. Follow the instructions below to depressurize and prevent the sudden
unexpected release of fluid or air from the system.
1. Close all material supply valves for paint resin (component A) and hardener (B). Relieve material
pressure from all A+B sources. Do not shut off solvent or flushing air at this time.
2. Shut off atomizing air to the gun(s).
3. From the home screen press the Prime button on the touchscreen. While triggering the gun(s)
into a grounded metal waste container use the Prime function to open all CCVs for the A
components available.
4. Run the Prime function for the B pump for at least one full stroke and direction change.
5. Press the color change button on the HMI. Enter
Color 0
(Solvent) and press GO.
6. Wait for the system to complete the flush sequence and load the solvent. This will remove mixed
material from the fluid lines and the mix manifold. If there is any indication of mixed material in
the fluid lines, load color 0 again, or switch the system to Continuous Flush mode as long as
required to clear any debris from the fluid lines. Always end with a color 0 load to remove air
pockets from the fluid lines.
6. Close flushing air and solvent supply valves. Relieve pressure.
7. While triggering gun(s) return to Prime mode and open valve 0.
8. Shut off the system using the AC lockout switch.
9. Disconnect atomizing and system air pressure.
10. Trigger gun to relieve any pressure remaining in the material line.
11. If disassembling any part of the machine, be sure to verify it is disconnected and locked out from
all power sources.
Before attempting any maintenance or repair it is necessary to ensure the system is
depressurized and disconnected from power. Follow all lockout / tag out procedures
applicable to this machine. The GEMS system uses electrical and pressurized fluid (air
and liquid) power and material sources. Make sure all energy sources are disconnected
and the machine has been de-energized before attempting work of any kind.
WARNING