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Instructions
™
SDM8
and SDM18
Metered Dispense Valves
For dispensing oil, automatic transmission fluid (ATF), gear oils, antifreeze and
windshield washer solvent.
Not approved for use in explosive atmospheres or hazardous locations. For professional
use only.
See page 6 for model information.
1500 psi (10 MPa, 103 bar) Maximum Working Pressure
Important Safety
Instructions
Read all warnings and instructions
in this manual and related system
manuals before using the
equipment. Save all instructions.
NOTICE
The metered dispense valve is designed to
dispense petroleum-based lubricants,
windshield washer solvent and antifreeze
only. Brake cleaner and/or harsh solvents
may damage the plastic components.
™
3A6711C
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Page 1: Important Safety Instructions
Instructions ™ ™ SDM8 and SDM18 3A6711C Metered Dispense Valves For dispensing oil, automatic transmission fluid (ATF), gear oils, antifreeze and windshield washer solvent. Not approved for use in explosive atmospheres or hazardous locations. For professional use only. See page 6 for model information. 1500 psi (10 MPa, 103 bar) Maximum Working Pressure Important Safety Instructions... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Warnings ......... . . 4 Models . - Page 3 Technical Specification ....... 28 Graco 5-Year Meter and Valve Warranty ....31...
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Page 4: Warnings
Warnings Warnings The following warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. The exclamation point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbols refer to procedure-specific risks. When these symbols appear in the body of this manual or on warning labels, refer back to these Warnings. - Page 5 Warnings WARNING FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD When flammable fluids are present in the work area, such as gasoline and wind- shield wiper fluid, be aware that flammable fumes can ignite or explode. To help prevent fire and explosion: • Use equipment only in well-ventilated area. •...
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Page 6: Models
Models Models Max Volumetric Flow Rate Model Swivel Extension Nozzle Fluid 25M404 1/2 NPT Rigid Automatic 25M405 1/2 NPT Rigid Antifreeze Antifreeze 25M406 1/2 NPT Flexible Automatic 25M407 1/2 NPT Flexible Antifreeze Antifreeze 25M410 1/2 NPT Rigid High Flow 25M411 1/2 NPT Flexible High Flow... -
Page 7: Metered Dispense Valve Overview
Metered Dispense Valve Overview Metered Dispense Header Information Valve Overview The following information appears at the top of the Work Offline and Dispense screens. Display Banner - Unique identification. For instructions for assigning a name to the meter, see Utility Menus, Set-Up, Banner on page 19. -
Page 8: Sleep / Awake Mode
It is not a complete system design. Awake: To wake up metered dispense • Contact your Graco distributor for assistance valve, press any ARROW or the center in designing a system to suit your needs. ENTER button on the metered The metered dispense valve is not designed dispense valve’s navigation pad. -
Page 9: Installation
Installation Installation Grounding Pressure Relief Procedure The equipment must be grounded to Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure reduce the risk of static sparking. Static whenever you see this symbol. sparking can cause fumes to ignite or explode. Grounding provides an escape wire for the electric current. -
Page 10: Pre-Installation Procedure
Installation Pre-Installation Procedure Flushing The equipment was tested with lightweight oil, which is left in the fluid passages to protect parts. To avoid contaminating your fluid, flush the equipment with a compatible solvent before using it. Relieve pressure, page 9. Close shut-off valve (B, F . -
Page 11: Install The Metered Dispense Valve
Installation Install the Metered swivel (6). Use two wrenches to tighten securely (F . 7 ). Dispense Valve NOTE: Make sure you let the sealant cure to according to the manufacturer’s recommendations before circulating fluid through the system. Relieve pressure, page 10. Install the Extension Tube Adjust nut (c) on extension (2) so that the maximum thread engagement of the... -
Page 12: Install The Nozzle
Installation Install the Nozzle NOTICE Thread nozzle (3) onto extension (2) • To prevent damaging nozzle, only . 9). tighten nozzle with wrench on flats of the nozzle bushing as shown in F • Do not disassemble the bushing from the nozzle. Disassembly will affect the performance of the nozzle. -
Page 13: Set Up
Set Up Set Up Calibrate the Metered Select the SET-UP option (F . 12). Dispense Valve NOTE: This calibration procedure requires a 1 quart or 1 liter, calibrated, volumetric flask. When the meter is configured to display fluid volume in pints, quarts or gallons, the calibration procedure will require a 1 quart calibrated volumetric flask be used. -
Page 14: Alternate Calibration
Set Up Alternate Calibration Select ACTIVATE and press the ENTER button. DISPENSE (as shown in F . 15) displays on the screen. NOTE: This alternate calibration procedure is used when a 1 quart or 1 liter, calibrated, volumetric flask is not available. If the system is not fully primed, flush the metered dispense valve. - Page 15 Set Up Select the CALIBRATE option. Calculate the new K-Factor using the following equation: Example: Kcurrent = 169 Volume displayed on metered dispense valve = 0.970 quart Volume dispensed = 1 quart . 19 Use the LEFT or RIGHT ARROWS to Round to the nearest whole number: 163.9 = select +/- and press the ENTER button.
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Page 16: Operation
Operation Operation When the desired amount of fluid has been dispensed, release the trigger to stop the fluid flow. Open nozzle. IF THE METER IS ALREADY AWAKE: On the Main Menu screen, select DISPENSE. IF THE METER IS NOT AWAKE: Wake up the metered dispense valve by pressing any button on the metered dispense valve key pad. -
Page 17: Menu Screens
Menu Screens Menu Screens Total Screen Non-Resettable Totalizer - Lifetime running Main Menu Screen total of the quantity of fluid dispensed through the meter. The unit of measurement This screen provides access to the main displayed is determined by the Unit of Mea- metered dispense valve functions: surement criteria selected in SET-UP (see •... -
Page 18: Device Information
Menu Screens To select one of the Utility Menu screens: On the second SET-UP screen (accessed by selecting the ) LANGUAGE and LOCK Use the UP or DOWN ARROW button to select the desired screen from the list. SETTINGS are also available. This screen also includes a GO BACK option to return to When the screen is highlighted, press the user to the UTILITY Menu screen. -
Page 19: Banner
Menu Screens Use the UP or DOWN ARROW button to select the desired unit of measure from Indicates there are additional functions; the displayed list: PINTS, QUARTS, LANGUAGE, LOCK SETTINGS and GO GALLONS or LITERS. BACK available on the next screen. When the desired unit of measure is LANGUAGE highlighted, press the ENTER button. -
Page 20: Lock Settings
Menu Screens LOCK SETTINGS Prevents unauthorized access to meter settings. To lock the meter: Use the DOWN ARROW button to select LOCK SETTINGS in the list. . 33 Press and hold the LEFT ARROW button. While still holding down the LEFT ARROW button, press the CENTER button. -
Page 21: Service
Service Service Battery Replacement Install 4 new batteries. See labels on the each side of the housing and F . 35 for battery orientation. • Replace batteries with four AA, alkaline batteries. • Be sure to follow the correct polarity as shown on the installation labels located on either side of the metered dispense valve when installing batteries in the... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Replace batteries, page 21. Electronic control is malfunc- Replace the electronic bezel Display does not activate tioning. assembly. Contact your Graco distributor for assistance order- ing this part. Relieve pressure, page 9. Clean or replace filter. If the problem remains, Filter is clogged. - Page 23 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Metered dispense valve leaks Poor seal at metering cover Contact your Graco distributor from cover/control chamber for repair or replacement. Metered dispense valve leaks Nozzle has a damaged seal. Replace nozzle. See Install from the nozzle when the nozzle the Nozzle, page 12.
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Page 24: Error Codes
Ensure that your flow rate is not higher Reed Switch Error: Error occurred with than 18 gpm (68 lpm). For further assis- pick-up in internal gear. tance, contact your Graco distributor. Reed switch malfunction. Replace electronic bezel housing. Error 2... -
Page 25: Recycling And Disposal At End Of Life
Recycling and Disposal at End of Life Recycling and Disposal at End of Life At the end of the product’s useful life, Dismantle and recycle: dismantle and recycle it in a responsible • Remove motors, circuit boards, LCDs manner. (liquid crystal displays), and other electronic components. -
Page 26: Parts
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Page 27: Parts
Parts Parts Part Description Part Description 25M723 TRIGGER, assy VALVE, metered dispense valve (see 129830 COVER, trigger guard models page 4) 16E337 SCREW, cap, sch, sst EXTENSION 131256 SCREW, mach, torx 16Y863 Flex pan hd 255194 Rigid 26C484 KIT, BEZEL, electrical 255854 Gear Lube 131257... - Page 28 3A6711C...
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Page 30: Technical Specification
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications SDM8 and SDM18 Metered Dispense Valve Metric Flow range* 0.25 to 18 gpm 0.9 to 68 lpm *Tested in 10W motor oil. Flow rates vary with fluid pressure, temperature and viscosity. Maximum Working Pressure 1500 psi 103.4 bar Units of Measure (factory set to pints, quarts, gallons... -
Page 31: Graco 5-Year Meter And Valve Warranty
With the exception of any special, extended, or limited warranty published by Graco, Graco will, for a period from the date of sale as defined in the table below, repair or replace equipment covered by this warranty and determined by Graco to be defective. - Page 32 For the latest information about Graco products, visit www.graco.com. For patent information, see www.graco.com/patents. TO PLACE AN ORDER, contact your Graco distributor or call to identify the nearest distributor. Phone: 612-623-6928 or Toll Free: 1-800-533-9655, Fax: 612-378-3590 All written and visual data contained in this document reflects the latest product information available at the time of publication.