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Operating instructions and spare parts list OptiFeed Fresh powder system (FPS18 type) Translation of the original operating instructions II 3 D...
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To the best of our knowledge and belief, the information contained in this publication was correct and valid on the date of issue. ITW Gema AG makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents or use of this publication, and reserves the right to revise this publication and make changes to its content without prior notice.
Product specific security measures ..............10 About this manual General information ....................11 Function description Field of application ....................13 OptiFeed B Fresh powder system ................13 General information .................13 Function ....................14 Fluidizing the coating powder ..............14 Mechanical structure.....................15 OptiFeed B scope of delivery................15 Accessory....................15...
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Problem fixing ....................... 25 Spare parts list Ordering spare parts..................... 27 OptiFeed B Fresh powder system - spare parts list ..........28 OptiFeed B Fresh powder system - spare parts........... 29 OptiFeed B Fresh powder system - fluidizing/suction unit ........30 OptiFeed B Fresh powder system - filter unit ............
V 04/07 General safety regulations This chapter sets out the fundamental safety regulations that must be fol- lowed by the user and third parties using the OptiFeed B Fresh powder system. These safety regulations must be read and understood before the OptiFeed B Fresh powder system is used.
V 04/07 use. The OptiFeed B Fresh powder system should only be used, maintained and started up by trained personnel, who are in- formed about and are familiar with the possible hazards involved. 4. Start-up (i.e. the execution of a particular operation) is forbidden...
WARNING! We emphasize that the customer himself is responsible for the safe operation of equipment. ITW-Gema is in no way responsible for any resulting damages! Safety conscious working Each person responsible for the assembly, start-up, operation, service and repair of powder spraying equipment must have read and under- stood the operating instructions and the "Safety regulations"-chapter.
2.5 meters around each booth opening. The earthing resistance must amount to maximally 1 MOhm. The resistance must be tested on a regular basis. The condition of the machinery surroundings as well as the 6 • General safety regulations OptiFeed B Fresh powder system...
Gema replacement parts should be used. Damage caused by other parts is not covered by guarantee. Repairs must only be carried out by specialists or in ITW-Gema work- shops. Unauthorized conversions and modifications may lead to injury or damage to machinery. The ITW Gema AG guarantee would no longer be valid.
14. For your own safety, only use accessories and attachments listed in the operating instructions. The use of other parts can lead to risk of injury. Only original ITW-Gema replacement parts should be used. 15. Repairs must only be carried out by specialists and under no cir- cumstances should they be carried out in the operating area.
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Beuth Verlag GmbH, Burgrafenstrasse 4, 1000 Berlin 30 General secretariat, Rue Bréderode 2, B-1000 Bruxelles, or the appro- priate national committee VDE Verlag GmbH, Bismarckstrasse 33, 1000 Berlin 12 OptiFeed B Fresh powder system General safety regulations • 9...
(input and exhaust air) It must be observed, that all components are grounded ac- cording to the local regulations, before start-up 10 • General safety regulations OptiFeed B Fresh powder system...
General information This operating manual contains all the important information which you require for the working with the OptiFeed B Fresh powder system. It will safely guide you through the start-up process and give you references and tips for the optimal use of your new powder coating system.
The OptiFeed B Fresh powder system conveys fluidized coating powder dust free from a powder container to the place of destination. Note: The use of the OptiFeed B Fresh powder system must take place in the areas defined for it! OptiFeed B Fresh powder system...
V 04/07 Function The powder box is placed on the vibrating table of the OptiFeed B Fresh powder system. The coating powder is sucked in by the OptiFeed PP05 Powder pump through the fluidizing/suction unit. Then, the powder is transported through the powder hose, which is fastened to the corre- sponding powder pump connection.
V 04/07 Mechanical structure OptiFeed B Fresh powder system - mechanical structure Suction side Swivel wheel Transport side Rubber wheel Mobile frame with hand rail Compressed air connection OptiFeed PP05 Powder pump Hose holder Fluidizing/suction unit Fluidizing air connection Pressure regulator for fluidiz-...
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V 04/07 16 • Function description OptiFeed B Fresh powder system...
V 04/07 Technical data OptiFeed B Fresh powder system Electrical data OptiFeed B Fresh powder system Nominal input voltage 100-240 VAC Frequency 50/60 Hz Power 120 VA Protection type IP54 Temperature range +10°C - +40°C Pneumatical data OptiFeed B Fresh powder system Max.
V 04/07 Dimensions OptiFeed B Fresh powder system Width 690 mm Depth 800 mm Height 1310 mm Weight 60 kg Max. powder box size (L x W x H) 510 x 480 x 390 mm Note: For further information, see the OptiFeed PP05 Powder pump oper- ating manual! 18 •...
The fluidization and the vibration start by switching on the OptiFeed B Fresh powder system. The fluidizing air is adjusted with the pressure regulator on the OptiFeed B Fresh powder system.
The powder hose rinsing function of the OptiFeed PP05 Powder pump al- lows the cleaning of the powder hoses and the filter elements. Note: For further information, see the OptiFeed PP05 Powder pump oper- ating manual! 20 • Start-up OptiFeed B Fresh powder system...
Blow through the powder hose with compressed air Clean the OptiFeed PP05 Powder pump (see the corre- sponding operating manual) Prepare the OptiFeed B Fresh powder system with the new powder for start-up (see therefore chapter "Start-up") OptiFeed B Fresh powder system...
Longer standstill of the fresh powder system Interrupt the power supply/remove the mains plug Turn off the compressed air main supply Clean the OptiFeed B Fresh powder system thoroughly Cleaning the fluidizing/suction unit Remove the fresh powder pump from the fluidizing/suction...
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V 04/07 Clean the fresh powder pump (see therefore the OptiFeed PP05 Powder pump operating manual) Reassemble the individual parts and reinsert the fresh pow- der pump 24 • Maintenance OptiFeed B Fresh powder system...
(option) not run- tive unit for repair ning Level sensor defec- Send in the level sensor for repair tive Note: For further information, see the OptiFeed PP05 Powder pump oper- ating manual! OptiFeed B Fresh powder system Troubleshooting • 25...
Ø 8/6 mm, 8 mm outside diameter (o/d) / 6 mm inside diameter (i/d) WARNING! Only original ITW-Gema spare parts should be used, because the hazardous location approval will be preserved that way! The use of spare parts from other manufacturers will invalidate the ITW Gema...
V 04/07 OptiFeed B Fresh powder system - spare parts list 1003 679 OptiFeed B Fresh powder system - complete, 230 V-50 Hz 1003 678 OptiFeed B Fresh powder system - complete, 115 V-60 Hz OptiFeed B Fresh powder system - complete, 105 V-50/60 Hz...
Quick release connection - NW5, Ø 6 mm 200 840 Plastic tube - Ø 6/4 mm, black 1001 973 Swivel arm (incl. pos. 10) 1002 045 OptiFeed B Fresh powder system - fluidizing/suction unit 30 • Spare parts list OptiFeed B Fresh powder system...
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