MAINTENANCE
NEVER
remove the fluid nozzle assembly
while paint is in the applicator or paint may enter
into the air passages. Clogged or restricted air
passages will cause poor atomization and/or
electrical shorting. Air passages that are clogged
with conductive material can lead to excessive
current output levels and consequent low
operating voltage or long-term electrical damage.
The applicator barrel
MUST
be tilted front down
to remove the fluid nozzle. Failure to do so may
allow paint to enter the air passages, thereby
reducing airflow and damaging the applicator
barrel/cascade. Applicators may be flushed in lieu
of tilting. However, they must be either flushed
or tilted down during nozzle removal!
CAUTION
!
Nozzles from previous Ransburg design
are not compatable with the Ransflex design.
Use of these nozzles could cause equipment
malfunction and possible damage.
CAUTION
!
All repairs should be made on a clean, flat surface. If
a vise is used to hold parts during service or repair,
DO NOT clamp onto plastic parts and always pad the
vise jaws!
The following parts should be thoroughly packed with
dielectric grease (LSCH0009-00) leaving
NO
air space
or voids when assembling:
• All O-Rings (PTFE o-rings do not need lubrication)
• Needle Shaft Assembly
• Packing Tube
• Cascade and Barrel
Equipment Required
• Special Multi-Purpose Wrench (80353-00)*
• Hex Driver (79862-02)*
• Dielectric Grease (LSCH0009-00)*
• 10 mm Wrench
• 15 mm Wrench
• Spanner
* Supplied with applicator
ROUTINE SCHEDULE
Follow these maintenance steps to extend the life of
the applicator and ensure efficient operation:
Several Times Daily
Inspect the air cap for paint accumulation. Clean as
frequently as necessary with a soft bristled brush and
a suitable solvent.
Cleaning Flushing
1. Reference page 24 for flushing procedure. Flushing
should be performed at the end of daily use or prior
to any maintenance.
2. Applicator exterior cleaning at the end of each shift,
wipe the outside of the applicator with a solvent
soaked rag pointing the applicator nose down.
W A R N I N G
!
The flash point of the cleaning solvent shall be at
least 15° C (27° F) above the ambient temperature.
Otherwise, the cleaning process must be carried out
in an area with forced air ventilation. It is the end us-
ers responsibility to insure this condition is met.
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