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Instructions - Parts ® VISCON 309524V High Pressure Fluid Heater For variable heating of fluids. For professional use only. 7250 psi (50 MPa, 500 bar) Maximum Working Pressure See page 3 for model information, including maximum working pressure and approvals. Important Safety Instructions Read all warnings and instructions in this manual.
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Adjusting for Spraying ....16 Graco Information ......30...
480 / 4000 / 8.30 246276 380 / 4000 / 10.5 9902471 Certified to CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 88 Conforms to UL 499 24J787* 240 / 4000 / 16.7 Only for use with Graco NVH systems. Must be controlled by GCA. 309524V...
• For information on the required dimensions of the flameproof joints contact the holder of this certifi- cate (Graco Inc); Flamepath joints are not intended to be repaired. • Special fasteners for securing equipment covers shall have a minimum yield strength of 1,100 MPa and be corrosion resistant and sized M8 x 1.25 x 30.
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Warnings WARNING SKIN INJECTION HAZARD High-pressure fluid from gun, hose leaks, or ruptured components will pierce skin. This may look like just a cut, but it is a serious injury that can result in amputation. Get immediate surgical treatment. • Do not spray without tip guard and trigger guard installed.
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Warnings WARNING PRESSURIZED ALUMINUM PARTS HAZARD Use of fluids that are incompatible with aluminum in pressurized equipment can cause serious chemical reaction and equipment rupture. Failure to follow this warning can result in death, serious injury, or property damage. • Do not use 1,1,1-trichloroethane, methylene chloride, other halogenated hydrocarbon solvents or flu- ids containing such solvents.
Installation Installation Typical Installation Drawing The typical installation drawing is only a guide. Your Graco distributor can assist in designing your system. 05486-524 Key: Bleed-type Master Air Valve Power Cable Back Pressure Valve Air Filter Heater Fluid Shutoff Valve Air Regulator and Gauge...
Component Identification Component Identification Key: A1 Fluid Inlet A5 Temperature Gauge A2 Fluid Outlet A8 Optional Outlet Ports (one on outlet manifold and one on A3 Heater ON Indicator Light opposite side of heater) A4 Temperature Control Knob 309524V...
Component Identification General Information Selecting Tubing Fluid loses some heat through the tubing or hose between the heater and spray gun. Locate heater close to the spray area to minimize heat loss through plumb- ing. • Select system components that meet tempera- ture and pressure ratings listed in Technical The chart in F .
Component Identification Mounting Heater Heater controls must be easily accessible. 6 in. 152.4 mm The mounting surface must be able to support the 5 in. weight of the heater and fluid, and any stress caused 127 mm during operation. Wall Mounting Need wall bracket 192585 or 183982.
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Component Identification Cart Mounting XP and XP-hf Mounting . 5) You need to have 2 each of cart mounting bar 183485 and clamp 183484. See Accessories, page 27, to order. 1. Place clamps (AA) around the cart vertical post (DD) and secure to the heater mounting bars (ZZ) with M8 x 1.25 x 30 mm bolts (6) and lockwasher (5).
Component Identification Electrical Connections Grounding Heater installation must be in compliance with all The equipment must be grounded to reduce the risk applicable local codes and regulations. This equip- of static sparking and electric shock. Electric or static ment must be grounded. Improper grounding, setup, sparking can cause fumes to ignite or explode.
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Component Identification Wall Mounted Wiring Cart Mounted Wiring Mount a 2-pole, explosion-proof electric switch (H) near Connect a plug that meets the electrical codes for your the heater. See F . 9. The switch must meet the electri- location. See F .
Operation Operation Pressure Relief Procedure Initial Flushing Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure whenever you see this symbol. To avoid fire and explosion: • Flush equipment only in a well-ventilated area • Ensure main power is off and heater is cool before flushing This equipment stays pressurized until pressure is •...
Operation Setting Heater Control Adjusting for Spraying (Refer to F . 11) NOTICE Operating the heater at its highest setting of over 1. Set the heater control knob (33) to a trial setpoint of 180°F (82°C) for long periods of time decreases the 4 or 5.
Maintenance Maintenance Flushing Unclogging Fluid Passages . 13) 1. Drain the heater. To avoid fire and explosion: 2. Remove the heater block (3) from the heater hous- • Flush equipment only in a well-ventilated area ing. See Heater Block, page 21. •...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Heater will not heat. No current. Check circuit and fuses. Check continuity of primary thermo- stat (24), backup thermostat (10), and thermal limit sensor (15). Check continuity of thermostat (10) and heater block (3) terminals - Page Burned out heater block (3).
Repair Repair NOTICE To avoid damaging capillary tube (GG), which can cause heater malfunction, do not kink or nick the tube. To avoid shorting out the heater, do not allow capil- lary tube to contact the block terminal (3a). Follow To avoid burns, electric shock, and skin injection, step 10, below.
Repair Thermal Limit Sensor Heater Block 1. Follow Pressure Relief Procedure, page 15. NOTICE To avoid damaging the capillary tube (GG), which can 2. Remove housing cover (18). cause heater malfunction, do not kink or nick the 3. Hazardous Location Heater only: Remove electrical tube.
Accessories Accessories Heater Conversion Kit Cart Bracket Order 2 each of the following: 246302: Includes two fittings to make VISCON HP ports match VISCON 183484: Clamp Mounting Bracket 183485: Mounting bar 192585: European version (see below) 183484 183485 5 & 6 included with heater...
39 lb. (17.6 Kg) Main supply fluctuation not to exceed 10%. Maximum Temperature Rise vs. Flow Rate 4000 watt VISCON HP heater, Test Fluid: 10w Hydraulic Oil 94.16 2300 watt VISCON HP heater, Test Fluid: 10w Hydraulic Oil NOTE: Line shows continuous operation of 1 heater.
Dimensions Dimensions Hazardous Location Heater Non-Hazardous Location Heater 3/4 npt(f) Electrical Conduit Port 1/2 npt(f) Fluid Outlet 1/2 npt(m) Fluid Inlet 7.26 in. 7.04 in. 6.80 in. 17.27 in. 6.375 in. 9.375 in. 8.46 in. 6.5 in. 18 in. 6.375 in. (184 (179 (173...
With the exception of any special, extended, or limited warranty published by Graco, Graco will, for a period of twelve months from the date of sale, repair or replace any part of the equipment determined by Graco to be defective.