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Original operation manual
AirlessPhoenixGX_BA_en_1803 • 0550010-en • jw
Operation
Worn nozzles lead to excessively high material consumption and
adversely affect the quality of the coating.
5.3 Flushing
Flushing the machine is necessary
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during initial commissioning so that the spraying material is not
adversely affected by the test substance that was used to test
the faultless function of the machine in the factory, the machine
must be flushed with a cleaning agent.
➤
when material is changed
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when work is interrupted and when decommissioning in order to
flush spraying material out of the machine during an interruption
to the spray operation before it hardens.
Observe the pot life of the materials used, in particular when
using 2-component materials (2K).
WARNING
Heating cleaning agents can lead to an explosion.
Serious personal injuries and property damage may result.
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Before flushing the machine, turn off the material fluid heater
(optional) and let it cool off completely.
You will need:
➤
at least 5 l benzine or cleaning agent, that is suitable for the
material processed and is recommended by the material
manufacturer, in an open container
➤
an additional electrically conductive container for the cleaning
agent that is flushed out
These containers are not included in the scope of delivery.
1.
Close and lock the spray gun.
2.
Completely reduce the working pressure on the compressed air
regulator. The pressure gauge must display 0 bar.
3.
Close the compressed air shut-off valve.
4.
Hold the relief hose in the collecting vessel.
5.
Briefly open the relief valve to relieve the pressure.
