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Operating instructions and spare parts list OptiFlex A2 Control system (AS08 type) Translation of the original operating instructions...
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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 publication. Gema Switzerland GmbH 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.
Field of application ....................7 Scope of delivery ....................7 OptiFlex A2 Control system – components ............8 OptiFlex A2 Control system – possible configurations ........... 9 Automatic equipment ................. 9 Automatic equipment with superordinated control unit ......10 Technical Data ...................... 10 Electrical data ..................
General information This operating manual contains all important information you will need to work with the OptiFlex A2 (AS08). 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.
Figure references in the text Figure references are used as cross references in the descriptive text. Example: "The high voltage (H) created in the gun cascade is guided through the center electrode. 4 • About this instructions OptiFlex A2 (AS08)
Safety General information This chapter sets out the fundamental safety regulations that must be followed by the user and third parties using the OptiFlex A2 (AS08) control system. These safety regulations must be read and understood in full before the OptiFlex A2 (AS08) control system is put into operation.
The installation work to be done by the customer must be carried out according to local regulations. – It must be ensured, that all components are earthed according to the local regulations before start-up. For further security information, see the detailed Gema safety . 6 • Safety OptiFlex A2 (AS08)
V 03/17 Product description Field of application The OptiFlex A2 Control system with the Gema automatic powder guns was especially designed to meet the requirements of serial production in industry, where reliability in automated operation, easy to handle operation and security are the most projecting advantages for the user.
V 03/17 OptiFlex A2 Control system – components These components are assembled according to client's plant specifications. Further information about the components will be found in the corresponding operating manuals. OptiFlex A2 control cabinet Function – Equipment main switch –...
Airmover control unit – Fluidization in the powder hopper LM02 Level sensor Function Level detection in the powder hopper OptiFlex A2 Control system – possible configurations Automatic equipment fig. 1: Control units Fluidized powder hopper Reciprocator with guns with injector and Airmover OptiFlex A2 (AS08) Product description •...
50/60 Hz 40 VA per gun control unit Input power value 1.1 VA per axis control unit Temperature range (operation) 10-40 °C / 50-104 °F Protection type (control units) IP54 Approval ATEX zone 22 10 • Product description OptiFlex A2 (AS08)
Depth 697 mm Height max. 1931 mm ICS cabinet dimensions OptiFlex A2 Width 1500 mm Depth 700 mm Height 1931 mm Further specifications will be found in the corresponding manuals of the components! OptiFlex A2 (AS08) Product description • 11...
Configuration A maximum of up to 21 control units can be installed. OptiFlex A2 control cabinets can be laterally lined up without gap, and/or be set up at a wall. Not used openings are covered with blind plates. These are screwed on and can be easily removed, when possible extension of the OptiFlex A2 Control system.
Max. 21 CG08 Gun control units or mixed with: – CR07 Axis control unit – CA09 Pneumatic-fluidizing unit – MagicControl CM30 Master control unit – OptiControl CM22 Master control unit OptiFlex A2 with MagicControl CM30 fig. 4: OptiFlex A2 with MagicControl CM30 14 • Start-up OptiFlex A2 (AS08)
All electrical components are implemented in accordance to IP54 protection type regulations ATTENTION The OptiFlex A2 control system may can be switched on only if the booth is in operation! ► If the booth switches off, the control system must also switch off! OptiFlex A2 (AS08) Start-up •...
V 03/17 Compressed air – The OptiFlex A2 Control system just requires a connection to the main compressed air system – The compressed air values are evident in the technical data section Air requirement with increased powder output The control system offers the possibility to work with increased powder output in sufficiently dimensioned compressed air systems.
When using the spare parts from other manufacturers the explosion protection is no longer guaranteed. If any damage is caused by this use all guarantee claims become invalid! ► Only original Gema spare parts should be used! OptiFlex A2 (AS08) Spare parts list • 17...
259 233 Adapter nipple – 1"-3/4" 1005 128 Hose connector – Ø 25 mm, 3/4" 1011 809 Further specifications will be found in the corresponding manuals and spare parts list of the components! 18 • Spare parts list OptiFlex A2 (AS08)
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