5 Dispensing
The low level indicator must be set up before a cartridge of product is loaded into the
dispenser. The unit has been factory pre-set but minor adjustment may be needed.
5.1
Setting Up Low Level Indicator
1.
Set hand lever (item 6) down to advance position.
2.
Extend ram (item 8) until ram contacts sleeve cap (item 1).
3.
Connect reed switch (item 5) to Loctite® Single Function Controller 98023.
4.
Loosen barrel clamp on reed switch (item 5) and slide switch down cylinder (item
4), toward dispense end, until LED indicator lights.
5.
Move reed switch (item 5) back up cylinder (item 4) approximately ½” and tighten
barrel clamp.
6.
Fine adjustment of reed switch (item 5) can be accomplished after first cartridge is
emptied.
5.2
Installing a 300 ml Cartridge
1.
Set hand lever (item 6) up to retract position.
2.
Remove sleeve cap (item 1) and plastic washer (item 2).
3.
Prepare cartridge by installing feed tube fitting.
4.
Slide cartridge into cartridge sleeve (item 3).
5.
Install cartridge sleeve cap (item 1) and plastic washer (item 2).
6.
Install appropriate cartridge adapter onto cartridge.
7.
Install feed tube or needle fitting and into the adapter.
8.
Use pressure regulator (item 14) to set cylinder pressure.
Typical regulator settings range from 10 psi to 50 psi. Regulator pressure settings
greater than 50 psi is
not recommended
. If regulator is set at 50 psi and product flow
is insufficient then a larger product feed line should be used.
9.
Move hand lever (item 6) down to cause the ram (item 8) to advance.
5.3 Shut
Down
Move the hand lever (item 6) up toward the air cylinder (item 4) to retract piston.
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Care, Cleaning and Maintenance
If dispensing is to be stopped for a prolonged period of time shut total system
down and remove 300 ml cartridge from sleeve.
Every 3 – 6 weeks, Loctite® ViperLube™ Grease should be pumped into grease
fitting located on cylinder mount/grease reservoir (item 9).
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