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310524
Installation
The installation procedure includes:
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locating and installing the ram. See Form# 310523
for further information.
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grounding the system
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starting up the system
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initially loading material
Installing the Ram
To install the ram, follow the procedure below. Refer to
the Ram Mounting and Clearance Dimensions drawing
(Fig. 14 on page 55) for ram mounting and clearance
dimensions.
1.
Select a convenient location for the equipment.
Check that there is sufficient overhead clearance
for the pump and ram when the ram is in the fully
raised position. Make sure the air regulators for the
pump and ram are fully accessible.
2.
Level the base of the ram, using metal shims.
3.
Using the holes in the base as a guide, drill holes
for 13 mm. (1/2 in.) anchors. Bolt the ram to the
floor anchors, which are long enough to prevent
the unit from tipping. Refer to the Dimensional
Drawing on page 55.
Ground The System
Ground the supply unit as instructed here and in the
individual component manuals.
WARNING
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
When installing the pump, ground the
system as explained below. Also read
the section FIRE AND EXPLOSION
HAZARD on page 4.
To reduce the risk of static sparking, ground the pump,
object being sprayed, and all other spraying/dispensing
equipment used or located in the spraying/dispensing
area. Check your local electrical code for detailed
grounding instructions for your area and type of equip-
ment.
1.
Pump: connect a ground wire and clamp to a true
earth ground as shown in Fig. 2.
a.
Loosen the grounding lug locknut (W) and
washer (X).
b.
Insert one end of a 1.5 mm
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(12 ga) minimum
ground wire (Y) into the slot in lug (Z) and
tighten the locknut securely.
c.
Connect the other end of the wire to a true
earth ground.
To maintain grounding continuity when flushing or
relieving pressure, always hold a metal part of the
spray gun/dispensing valve firmly to the side of a
grounded metal pail, then trigger the gun/valve.
Fig. 2
w
X
Y
Z
2.
Fluid and air hoses: use only electrically conduc-
tive materials and air hoses, and fluid hoses.
3.
Air compressor: follow the manufacturer’s recom-
mendations.
