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High Volume/Output RTM Systems

Operations Manual

This manual is applicable to the 
following models:  

RTM-PAT-x 

RTM-HVUPS-x 

Rev. December 2018

Summary of Contents for RTM-HVUPS Seires

Page 1: ...High Volume Output RTM Systems Operations Manual This manual is applicable to the following models RTM PAT x RTM HVUPS x Rev December 2018 ...

Page 2: ... 642 Barbrow Ln Knoxville TN 37932 USA Tel 865 684 4416 TECHNOLOGY CENTER AND MANUFACTURING 1862 Ives Ave Kent WA 98032 USA Tel 253 854 2660 Fax 253 854 1666 E mail info mvpind com For a list of international distributors visit our website at www mvpind com mvp international Use of this product confirms that Magnum Venus Products Inc s standard terms and conditions of sale apply ...

Page 3: ...ons Manual Page 3 Table of Contents Section Page Table of Contents 3 Safety Warning Information 4 Introduction 15 Getting Started 20 Performing a Gel Test 21 Dispensing Material 22 Shutting Down 23 Troubleshooting 23 Specialty Components 25 ...

Page 4: ... HealthAct OSHA Documentation 1910 94 Pertaining to ventilation 1910 106 Pertaining to flammable liquids 1910 107 Pertaining to spray finishing operations particularly paragraph m Organic Peroxides and Dual Component Coatings For Additional information contact the Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA at https www osha gov about html Recommended National Fire ProtectionAssociation NFP...

Page 5: ...abeled otherwise Cured laminate accumulations of overspray and laminate sandings are highly combustible Do not operate or move electrical equipment when flammable fumes are present Ground all equipment If a spark is seen or felt immediately halt operation Do not operate the equipment until the issue has been identified and repaired Contaminated catalyst may cause fire or explosion Containers may e...

Page 6: ...k immediate medical attention Inhalation Move the person to fresh air and seek immediate medical attention Do not remove shields covers or safety features on equipment that is in use Never place fingers hands or any body part near or directly in front of the spray gun fluid tip The force of the liquid as it exits the spray tip can shoot liquid through the skin Keep hands and body parts away from a...

Page 7: ... combustion Indicates the risk of contact with moving components that may lead to serious injury or death Indicates that the system or component should be grounded before proceeding with use or repair Indicates the use of lit cigarettes or cigars is prohibited because the materials being used are susceptible to combustion Indicates that the materials and or the process being performed can lead to ...

Page 8: ...e Component Organ System Target Possible Target Known Possible Health Effect Aramid fibers Skin lungs Skin and respiratory irritation contact dermatitis chronic interstitial lung disease Carbon graphite fibers Skin lungs As noted for aramid fibers Glass fibers continuous filament Skin lungs As noted for aramid fibers Hardeners and curing agents Composite Component Organ System Target Possible Targ...

Page 9: ...plosion is 10 000 psi per second Some forms of MEKP if allowed to reach their SADT will burst even an open topped container This suggests that it is not possible to design a relief valve to vent this order of magnitude of pressure rate of rise The user should be aware that any closed container be it a pressure vessel surge chamber or pressure accumulator could explode under certain conditions Ther...

Page 10: ...NG A hazardous situation may be present in your pressurized fluid system Hydro carbon solvents can cause an explosion when used with aluminum or galvanized components in a closed pressurized fluid system pump heaters filters valves spray guns tanks etc An explosion could cause serious injury death and or substantial property damage Cleaning agents coatings paints etc may contain Halogenated Hyrdro...

Page 11: ... and their not being classified as toxic or carcinogenic substances HHC solvents are very desirable in many respects WARNING Do not use Halogenated Hydrocarbon HHC solvents in pressurized fluid systems having aluminum or galvanized wetted parts Magnum Venus Products is aware of NO stabilizers available to prevent HHC solvents from reaction under all conditions with aluminum components in closed fl...

Page 12: ...l accumulations of overspray Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic FRP sandings etc from the building as they occur If this waste is allowed to build up spillage of catalyst is more likely to start a fire in addition the fire would burn hotter and longer Floor coverings if used should be non combustible Spilled or leaked catalyst may cause a fire if it comes in contact with an FRP product over sprayed cho...

Page 13: ...e liquid as it exits the spray tip can cause serious injury by shooting liquid through the skin NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE GUN SPRAY TIP OR POINT THE GUN AT OR NEAR ANOTHER PERSON DANGER Contaminated catalyst may cause fire or explosion Before working on the catalyst pump or catalyst accumulator wash hands and tools thoroughly Be sure work area is free from dirt grease or resin Clean catalyst sy...

Page 14: ...frequently depends upon the nature of the chemical Emergency Stop Procedure In an emergency follow these steps to stop a UPS System 1 The ball valve located where the air enters the power head of the resin pump should be moved to the OFF or closed position Note The open or on position is when the ball valve handle is parallel in line with the ball valve body The closed or off position is when the ...

Page 15: ...s manual provides information for the operation maintenance and simple repair of the MVP High Volume Output RTM Systems The following procedures are included Step by step assembly and disassembly Installation start up and shut down instructions Step by step operation instructions Please read this manual carefully and retain for future reference Follow the steps in the order given otherwise you may...

Page 16: ...inimum use caution when using quick disconnects they may restrict air flow 3 Preferably the air will be clean dry and oil free Unit Overview Below helps identify the main components and controls the operator needs to know for proper operation for the unit Main Air Inlet Flush Tank Control Box Catalyst Jug Injection Gun Recirculation Gun Resin Pump Catalyst Pump Powerhead Slave Arm Accumulator Char...

Page 17: ...age 17 Unit Overview continued Catalyst Jug Injection Head Mixer Adaptor Flush Tank Mold Pressure Guard MPG Optional Resin Heater Overpressure Valve OPV Injection Head Mixer Adaptor Catalyst Relief Valve Catalyst Manifold Catalyst Pressure Relief Valve ...

Page 18: ... the event of an emergency to place the system in a safe state Twist and pull to release and allow machine operation Pump Pressure Pressure Gauge Displays the air pressure being supplied to the pump Pump Pressure Regulator Adjust this to control the air pressure being supplied to the pump and to set the pump speed EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON PUMP PRESSURE REGULATOR PUMP PRESSURE GAUGE STROKE COUNTER GEL...

Page 19: ... mode Recirculate Button Push Button Press this button to start the machine in recirculation mode Stop Button Push Button Press this button to stop the machine in injection recirculation or flush mode Stroke Count Counter Displays the current number of strokes the pump has performed Stroke Count Preset Count Counter Displays the number of strokes at which the unit will shut down when reached Strok...

Page 20: ...e all hose fittings and connections are tight Note The repair and maintenance of several components will require the use of removable Loctite 243 or equivalent thread lock compound lithium grease Lubriplate 08465 or red grease 6706 2 1 9 Connect to an appropriate air source Note The machine is supplied with an inline filter and should be connected to an unlubricated air supply Ensure you do not ex...

Page 21: ...yst jug at least full of appropriate catalyst 20 Secure the pump inlet to a proper resin supply 21 Place the end of the resin return hose into the resin container 22 Fill the flush tank at least full of appropriate solvent 23 Place an appropriate container under the injection head and test the flush system by pressing the flush button First Time Start Up 24 Turn the pump regulator to zero 25 Adjus...

Page 22: ...n the counter to restart the stroke count 16 Check that the material collected properly cures 17 Properly dispose of the catalyst and resin Dispensing Material Note Follow these steps daily when beginning injection 1 Check all hoses for wear or damage replace as needed 2 Check all material supplies and refill or replaces as needed 3 Open the main air supply slide valve on the back of the control p...

Page 23: ...tion mode press the Recirculation button and allow the unit to recirculate for about a minute 7 Press the Stop button 8 Turn off the main air slide valve on the back of the control box Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Will not start injection or has stopped during injection sequence No air supply Make sure pressurized air line is connected to the machine air inl...

Page 24: ...ion or has stopped during injection sequence Pulse valve has malfunctioned Check internal pulse valve circuit Check 36 for signal should be off Note This valve also resets all circuits to off when air pressure to the system is moved from an off state to on If circuits are not resetting on startup this valve is faulty Catalyst overpressure circuit is engaged indicated on control panel Check for blo...

Page 25: ...ted properly Adjust flow control until gel alarm set correctly Check RGA V02 51 for signal should be off pulsing when pumping and on when not pumping Check RGA V02 output 52 for signal should be off pulsing when pumping and on when not pumping Flush dwell time incorrect FC 05 not adjusted properly Adjust flow control until flush dwell is set correctly Flush not working FC 05 not adjusted properly ...

Page 26: ...ly maintenance free except it will occasionally be necessary to replace the O ring on the pump foot valve Optional Connections When using an Innovator unit with one of the larger fluid sections HO or HV the standard 10 mm feed tube assembly can be a little restrictive and could cause the MPG to activate at higher flow rates It may be necessary to use one of the following options to increase the fl...

Page 27: ...ings 01419 inch Poly Tube Optional inch T Unions 00397 Inch T Ferrule or 06564 Inch T Push Optional Inch Union Connector 00387 Inch Union Ferrule or 06562 Inch Poly Union Push 06968 inch Elbow IVx3 Valve 0462 Female Quick Disconnect 3 8 BSP 00410 Straight Inch Poly x 3 8 NPT 00438 Inch Replacement Ferrule 0462 Female Quick Disconnect 3 8 BSP 06555 Inch Poly Tube ...

Page 28: ...nch poly tubes to the valves The optimum configuration is to use the TAS14 Autosprue Assy 0437 The TAS has the best possible flow using 15 mm feed tube and large orifice nose port 0462 Female Quick Disconnect 00441 Inch T Branch Ferrule or 06573 Inch T Branch Push IVx3 Valve IVx3 Valve 01419 Inch Poly Tube 01419 Inch Poly Tube ...

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