Patriot Multi-Color Gelcoater Operations Manual
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10. Replace the pivot pin into the catalyst pump drive.
11. Check atomizing air pressure and adjust as necessary.
12. Lubricate the nozzle O-rings, stud O-rings, and gun front threads.
13. Install the nozzle, catalyst tip, and retaining ring onto the front of the gun.
Daily Start Up – Internal Mix
14. Check all hoses for damage; replace as needed.
15. Check all material supplies and refill or replace as needed.
16. Close the flush tank relief valve.
17. Open the recirculation valve on the catalyst manifold.
18. Open the main air inlet valve on the manifold.
19. Remove the pivot pin from the catalyst drive.
20. Manually pump the catalyst pump with the catalyst drive until you observe the stream
returning to the jug is air free.
21. Close the recirculation valve on the catalyst manifold.
22. Manually pump the catalyst pump with the slave arm drive, bringing the catalyst pressure to
operating pressure between 100 and 200 psi.
23. Check the pump pressure; if adjustment is needed, press and hold the priming button while
adjusting the air pressure.
24. Replace the pivot pin into the catalyst pump drive.
25. Insert the distribution ring into the mix chamber locating rim.
26. Place the mix housing seal into the mix chamber locating rim.
27. Insert the catalyst injector seal into the aperture in the distribution ring and the spring into
the gun block.
28. Place the mix chamber and catalyst injector onto the front of the gun and secure with 2
screws.
29. Apply a small amount of red grease to the threads of the mix chamber.
30. Install the mixer, seal, and air-assist assembly onto the mix chamber.
Daily Shut Down – External Mix
31. Wipe the face of the nozzle and catalyst tip with solvent.
32. Turn off the main air ball valve at the air manifold.
33. Remove the nozzle and catalyst tip and clean with solvent.
34. Wipe the gun face clean with a rag or brush and solvent.
35. Hang the gun with the gun block exit holes facing downward.
