Introduction Outside Europe / Hors d’Europe / Fuera de Europa For your nearest Nordson office outside Europe, contact the Nordson offices below for detailed information. Pour toutes informations sur représentations de Nordson dans votre pays, veuillez contacter l’un de bureaux ci-dessous.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, can result in minor or moderate personal injury. CAUTION: (Used without the safety alert symbol) Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, can result in damage to equipment or property. A1EN−01−[XX−SAFE]−10 E 2004 Nordson Corporation...
Provide appropriate emergency and first aid equipment. Conduct safety inspections to ensure required practices are being followed. Re-evaluate safety practices and procedures whenever changes are made to the process or equipment. A1EN−01−[XX−SAFE]−10 E 2004 Nordson Corporation...
Receive, equipment- and task-specific training from another qualified individual NOTE: Nordson can provide equipment-specific installation, operation, and maintenance training. Contact your Nordson representative for information Possess industry- and trade-specific skills and a level of experience appropriate to their job function...
Familiarize yourself with the location and meaning of the safety warning labels and tags affixed to the equipment. Refer to Safety Labels and Tags (if available) at the end of this section. If you are unsure of how to use the equipment, contact your Nordson representative for assistance. A1EN−01−[XX−SAFE]−10...
Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the material. If the required installation configuration does not match the installation instructions, contact your Nordson representative for assistance. Position the equipment for safe operation. Observe the requirements for clearance between the equipment and other objects.
Use only new or factory-authorized refurbished replacement parts. Read and comply with the manufacturer’s instructions and the MSDS supplied with equipment cleaning compounds. NOTE: MSDSs for cleaning compounds that are sold by Nordson are available at www.nordson.com or by calling your Nordson representative.
NOTE: Government regulations and industry standards dictate specific requirements for the isolation of hazardous energy sources. Refer to the appropriate regulation or standard. A1EN−01−[XX−SAFE]−10 E 2004 Nordson Corporation...
2. Disconnect the input signal wiring to the gun solenoid valve(s). 3. Reduce the air pressure to the gun solenoid valve(s) to zero; then relieve the residual air pressure between the regulator and the gun. A1EN−01−[XX−SAFE]−10 E 2004 Nordson Corporation...
General Safety Warnings and Cautions Table 1-1 contains the general safety warnings and cautions that apply to Nordson hot melt and cold adhesive equipment. Review the table and carefully read all of the warnings or cautions that apply to the type of equipment described in this manual.
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WARNING: Risk of fire or explosion! Nordson adhesive equipment is not rated for use in explosive environments and should not be used with solvent-based adhesives that can create an explosive HM, CA, PC atmosphere when processed.
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CAUTION: Nordson hot melt equipment is factory tested with Nordson Type R fluid that contains polyester adipate plasticizer. Certain hot melt materials can react with Type R fluid and form a solid gum that can clog the equipment.
3. Do NOT attempt to remove the solidified hot melt from your skin. 4. In case of severe burns, treat for shock. 5. Seek expert medical attention immediately. Give the MSDS for the hot melt to the medical personnel providing treatment. A1EN−01−[XX−SAFE]−10 E 2004 Nordson Corporation...
Adhesive melters of the series VersaBlueR may be used only to melt and convey suitable materials, e.g. thermoplastic hot melt adhesives. Any other use is considered to be unintended. Nordson will not be liable for personal injury or property damage resulting from unintended use.
Risk of damage to cables/lines belonging to the customer, if they were installed such that they come into contact with hot or rotating parts. The safety valve may malfunction due to hardened or charred material. P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
XN Twin 100/100 100 + 100 = 200 NOTE: The following tank extensions are also available: Tank extension for 50-liter tank: 25 liters Tank extension for 100-liter tank: 50 liters VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
They can be adjusted manually within the range of 500 to 9000 kPa 5 to 90 bar 72.5 to 1305 psi One pressure control valve per pump is standardly installed after the filter cartridge. Fig. 2-4 VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
There are air relief valves (1) in the manifold. Their purpose is to allow the air entering the manifold when the filter cartridge is replaced to escape. Fig. 2-6 Material Flow Fig. 2-7 Cross-sectional view of the reservoir − principle drawing P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Interface Standard I/O Component designation: XS 2. Transmits the digital input and output signals between the parent machine and the Nordson melter. Options Level Control / Overflow Protection The long level sensor (1) is connected to the analog level display and transmits filling signals for a filling valve.
In systems consisting only of double-stream pumps, each pump is equipped with two pressure sensors for the pressure display. However, only one each is used for pressure control. VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
LISTED D 21337 Lüneburg − Germany Year Serial No: www.nordson.com Fig. 2-12 Melter designation Order number Configuration code Electrical connection, operating voltage, line voltage frequency, melter fuse protection Serial number P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Lifting (Unpacked Melter) Refer to the section Technical Data for weight. Lift melter only at the chassis using suitable lifting equipment or a forklift. VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Run the melter until empty, separate all connections from the melter, and allow the melter to cool down. Disposing of Melter When your Nordson product has exhausted its purpose, dispose of it properly according to local regulations. Installation Requirements Set up only in an environment that corresponds to the stated Degree of Protection (Refer to section Technical Data).
1597 1374 1597 Height H2 [mm] 2021 2244 2021 2244 2021 2244 2015 W max Fig. 3-3 Type XBN single tank unit with and without tank extension (H = hopper) VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
1597 1374 1597 Height H2 [mm] 2021 2244 2021 2244 2021 2244 2015 W max Fig. 3-4 Type VBN twin tank unit with and without tank extension (H = hopper) P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
1. Lift the melter with a suitable floor conveyor (e.g. fork lift). 2. Detach machine feet. 3. Attach casters. Use the fastening holes for the machine feet to attach the casters. Fig. 3-6 VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
WARNING: Connect external control and signal circuits with suitable cable in accordance with the NEC, class 1. To prevent short-circuiting, lay the cables such that they do not touch printed circuits on PCBs. P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Mains terminals in electri- cal cabinet 200 V 3-phase without neutral (Delta) 230 V 3-phase without neutral (Delta) 400 V 3-phase with neutral (star − WYE) Refer to wiring diagram for connecting arrangement. VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
NOTE: For more than one hose: Every hose connection is allocated to a corresponding receptacle. Do not mistakenly exchange! Refer to wiring diagram for connecting arrangement. Fig. 3-7 Melter (for each tank) Pt 100 Ni 120 -XS17 -XS10 -XS10 -XS17 Fig. 3-8 P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
(approx. 70 °C (158 °F), depending on material). WARNING: Hot! Risk of burns. Wear heat-protective gloves. CAUTION: Close unused hose connections with Nordson port plugs. Fig. 3-11 VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A...
7. Activate the solenoid valve(s) electrically or manually, or pull the trigger of the assembly handgun. Repeat this procedure until no more material flows out. 8. Properly dispose of material according to local regulations. P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
The filling valve is heated either via the VersaBlue melter or via the filling unit (e.g. bulk melter). 4. If heating does not occur via the VersaBlue melter, insert the electrical plug (cordset) into the hose receptacle. VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Ready Unit not ready Fault indication No fault indication * optional Interfaces for Internal/External Pressure Sensors The pressure sensors are connected to the terminal strip XLD. Refer to wiring diagram. P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
/ 2 A − Only with level control with overflow protection − − Tank overfilled NOTE: Potential-free changeover contact for evaluation by customer − Pin 14 to 16 not assigned VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
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CAUTION: Before filling the tank, ensure that the tank and material are clean and free of foreign material. Foreign substances can hinder functioning or even cause damage to the melter or accessories. Fig. 4-1 VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
The level should not exceed 25 mm (1 inch) under the rim of the max1 tank (max1). Adapt the maximum level to the adhesive dispensing speed. Feed adhesives sensitive to temperature quickly to prevent loss of quality. Fig. 4-4 Cross-section of tank P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Operation Daily Startup 1. Set the main switch to I/ON. CAUTION: Do not operate Nordson gear pumps without material. Before switching on the motor, ensure that the tank is filled. 2. Fill the tank if necessary. Daily Switchoff 1. Switch off the motor(s).
Air heater (accessory) Speeds / pressures (Setpoints): Pump [min Sensor A [bar] Sensor B [bar] Sensor [bar] Sensor [bar] Air pressures at gun (accessories): Control air Spray air Notes: Name Date P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Use only a cleaning agent recommended by the hot melt material manufacturer. Observe the Material Safety Data Sheet for the cleaning agent. Properly dispose of cleaning agent according to local regulations. VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Retighten fixing screws Every 500 hours of operation Power cable Inspect for damage Every time the melter is serviced − Air hoses Inspect for damage Every time the melter is serviced − P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
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Check whether Every time pressure sensor is 5-20 hardened or charred removed, more frequently if material is stuck to the necessary membrane; clean separating membrane if necessary VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Remove material residue only with a cleaning agent recommended by the material supplier. Heat with an air heater if necessary. Remove dust, flakes etc. with a vacuum cleaner or a soft cloth. Nordson recommends the orange cleaning agent P/N 771192 (12 spray bottles, 0.5 l each). P/N 7146386A...
WARNING: When damaged parts pose a risk to the operational safety of the melter and/or safety of personnel, switch off the melter and have the damaged parts replaced by qualified personnel. Use only original Nordson spare parts. Safety and Function Tests During power up of the melter, the lights in the light tower are all switched on briefly as a test.
1. Relieve melter of pressure as described in section Installation. 2. Disconnect all hoses. 3. Close hose connections with Nordson port plugs. 4. Mechanical pressure control valves: Measure insertion depth (Fig. 5-3: of setting screw (dimension X) and make a note. This ensures that the insertion depth can be reproduced.
NOTE: Retighten fixing screws only using a torque wrench and when the melter is cold. Fig. 5-5 Connection Thread Torque Tank / melter chassis 25 Nm / 220 lbin Grid (low melt) / reservoir (high melt) 20 Nm / 177 lbin VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
4. Install a new Variseal (2). 5. Slide the flange (3) onto the shaft. 6. Tighten the screws (1). 7. Attach the gear pump again (Refer to section Repair). Fig. 5-7 P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
The gland must then be tightened. NOTE: When the pump shaft seal needs to be replaced, Nordson recommends replacing the pump and sending the old one in to be repaired. Only trained personnel can replace the pump shaft seal.
Capacity The lubricant quantity is indicated on the ID plate. Ensure that the upper gears and rolling bearings are properly lubricated. NOTE: Different types of lubricant may not be mixed. P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Fig. 5-9 Adjusting Setting Screw Adjust the setting screw to the recorded dimension X. − Turn clockwise to increase material pressure Turn counterclockwise to decrease material pressure. Fig. 5-10 VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Guide pressure control valve into the hole when the melter is warm and tighten with torque wrench. Torque: 15 Nm (133 lbin) Refer to Adjusting Setting Screw Attach air hose. − 10. Open compressed air supply again. P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
WARNING: System and material pressurized. Relieve system pressure. Failure to observe can result in serious burns. Removing Filter Cartridge Nordson recommends keeping a supply of filter cartridges on hand to prevent disruptions in production. NOTE: Remove the filter cartridge when the melter is hot and not under pressure.
Torque 14 Nm / 124 lbin. 6. Secure with a locknut; use a torque wrench (size 13). Torque 24 Nm / 212 lbin. NOTE: Nordson recommends using a second wrench to brace the nut and prevent it from turning. Fig. 5-14...
Each kit contains three O-rings, filter sheath, filter screen and high-temperature grease. Required tools: Open-end wrench size 24 and torque wrench size 13 and size 16. Refer to Replacing Filter Cartridge. Fig. 5-16 VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
8. Apply high temperature grease to O-rings and sealing paste to sealing surfaces. Attach O-rings. 9. Screw on safety valve plate. 10. Attach pump (Refer to section Repair). 11. Fill the tank. P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
NOTE: Operate the tank isolation valve only when the melter has reached Size 13 operating temperature. Fig. 5-17 Tank side 0: Closed 1: Open Pump side Fig. 5-18 VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Pollution that has penetrated fitting surfaces and conical nipples can be   removed by unscrewing the entire top piece − without changing the minimum operating pressure. Use a sickle wrench to unscrew. Fig. 5-20 P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
CAUTION: If the material hole is to be cleaned with a hard object, the pressure sensor must first be removed; otherwise the separating membrane would be damaged. Fig. 5-23 Principle drawing VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Fig. 5-24 Air relief hole Replacing Control Module Nordson recommends keeping a supply of control modules on hand to prevent disruptions in production. NOTE: Replace only when the control module is warm and the material is soft (approx. 70 °C / 158 °F, depending on material).
5-21 Maintenance Replacing Filter Cartridge Nordson recommends keeping a supply of filter cartridges on hand to prevent disruptions in production. NOTE: Replace only when the filter cartridge is warm and the material is soft (approx. 70 °C / 158 °F, depending on material).
Maintenance Record Form Unit part Activity Date Name Date Name Visual inspection of melter Test displays and lamps External cleaning of melter Tank Safety valve Gear pump Motor / gear box P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
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Tank isolation valve Pneumatic safety valve Pressure sensor Filling valve (option) Replace control module Filling valve (option) Replace filter cartridge Calibrate level and overflow protection evaluators (Refer to section Repair) VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
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If the information supplied here is not sufficient for solving the problem, please consult the Nordson representative. WARNING: Troubleshooting activities may sometimes have to be carried out when the unit is energized. Observe all safety instructions and regulations concerning energized unit components (active parts).
No Line Speed Signal Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Parent machine not − Start up parent machine operating Polarity of line speed − Reverse polarity voltage input is reversed P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Hose or gun is cold Hose/gun not connected Insert plug into the corresponding electrically receptacle (Refer to wiring diagram for assignment) Hose/gun heater defective Replace hose Replace heater cartridges in gun VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Safety valve or pressure − Replace control valve defective Pressure control valve set − Set to default incorrectly Pneumatic safety valve − Reduce pressure (option) pressurized with too high pressure P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Correct temperature setting set too high LED of Overflow Protection Evaluator Fault Red (LED Full) Flashing Sensor break Sensor plug disconnected Operational ground not connected (Refer to section Repair for correct connection). VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
As soon as the level has fallen below sensor below the sensor, it must be cleaned to prevent material residue from immediately triggering another alarm. P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Relieving Pressure WARNING: System and material pressurized. Relieve system pressure before disconnecting hoses. Failure to observe can result in serious burns. Relieve pressure as described in section Installation, Connecting Hose, Disconnecting. VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Repair Replacing Gear Pump Nordson recommends replacing the pump and sending the old one in to be repaired. WARNING: Hot! Risk of burns. Wear appropriate protective clothing/equipment. Tank Isolation Valve NOTE: Operate the tank isolation valve only when the melter is heated to Tank side operating temperature.
(2) to hang vertically (Refer to Fig. 7-3). Turn the coupling half on the motor shaft to its position by hand. 6. Tighten coupling screws (3). 7. Heat melter to operating temperature and open tank isolation valve again. Fig. 7-3 VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
If the intermediate disk is extremely off-center − meaning that the coupling links are no longer parallel − the coupling may be destroyed upon startup. * = axially aligned ** = within the permitted shaft offset P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
12. Secure power cable with strain relief. Ensure that cable shield and clamp have contact. 13. Verify that the motor is connected properly. The pump should turn clockwise (See arrow). Fig. 7-6 Direction of pump rotation VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
The two shafts must be aligned vertically and horizontally. Then slide the motor back again. 13. Attach the new coupling to the pump shaft without using force (no jolts or pounding). P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
1. Before the safety valve with Reed switch can be detached, the connecting cable must be unscrewed. 2. Refer to Safety Valve for other tasks. 3. Screw the cable onto the new safety valve with Reed switch. Fig. 7-9 VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
5. Apply heat transfer compound to the bottom of the thermostat (Refer to Processing Materials in section Maintenance), then fasten it to the tank again. 6. Attach electrical equipment cover again. Fig. 7-11 P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
(1: in grid or 2: in reservoir) by the connecting wires or with the aid of a pliers. 3. Apply heat transfer compound to new sensor. 4. Insert sensor and reconnect electrically. 5. Attach electrical equipment cover again. VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
3 LED Calibration 8 LED Tank empty (yellow) (white) 4 Jumper Calibration 9 LED Reference section (green) 12 Connection Operating ground 5 Potentiometer 2 13 Signal output 14 Voltage supply (24 V) P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
NOTE: The LED Reference section (9, Fig. 7-12) lights up as soon as the reference section (area between the lower inactive section and the sensor measuring range) is covered with material. VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
They can not be damaged by turning too far. Fig. 7-14 1 LED Operating voltage (green) 3 Potentiometer A 5 LED empty (green) 2 Potentiometer 3 4 Triaxial socket for sensor cable 6 LED full (red) P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
1. Turn potentiometer A clockwise to the switching point (green LED empty off, red LED full on). 2. Turn back from switching point until the green LED empty is on. VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
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Item— Identifies parts that can be obtained from Nordson. Part— Nordson part number for each spare part shown in the illustration. A row of hyphens in the column Part (- - - - -) indicates that this part can not be ordered separately.
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To prevent excessive wear, the motor/pump speed should not continuously fall below 5 min (rpm) or continuously exceed 80 min (rpm). Heatup time < 45 minutes Melting capacity 1 tank full per hour VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
+450 °F Overtemperature shutdown + 260 °C +480 °F by thermostat Max. operating temperature + 230 °C +450 °F of filling valve (option) Ni 120 Pt 100 Fig. 9-1 Hose receptacles P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
81 350 89 900 Max. no. of ext. motor controllers Max. no. of ext. analog pressure inputs Max. no. of ext. digital pressure inputs Max. no. of channels for Air Run-up VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
71,3 142,5 71,3 / 71,3 71,3 / 142,5 142,5/ 42,5 Max. no. of motors Max. no. of pumps Single-stream 4 Double-stream 3 Number of hose 2 per pump stream connections P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
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Accessories: Parts that can be added at anytime without modifying the melter. VersaBlue ADHESIVE MELTER VBN-1002C774F81002C662G8XNAEXB4A2XXFXXPX Nordson Engineering GmbH Lilienthalstr. 6 D 21337 Lüneburg − Germany Year Serial No: www.nordson.com Configuration code box Options Configuration code box Options VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
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(double-stream pumps are equipped with two pressure sensors). The melter outlet pressure is displayed and monitored. Alarms for underpressure and overpressure are displayed. Continued ... P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
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XS 2.1 serves as an extension. W: Four-color light tower. Indicates operating mode of melter. K: The light tower and the interfaces indicate the operating modes of the melter. Spare − − Continued ... VBN w/o Control System P/N 7146386A E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
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A: An additional electrical cabinet (with additional motor and temperature channels) can be connected. B: Heat exchanger and additional electrical cabinet are present. P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...
Liability Nordson is not be liable for danger or damage resulting from the materials. Risk of Burns There is a risk of burns when handling heated materials. Work carefully and wear appropriate protective clothing/equipment.
Thus it is close to the prescribed processing temperature for high material consumption and lower for lower consumption. When materials are processed cold, take into consideration the shear heat and the ambient temperature; cool if necessary. P/N 7146386A VBN w/o Control System E 2008 Nordson Corporation...