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Model GX-8
Spray Gun
Operating Manual
32943-1
April 21, 1999
Issue 1
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GUSMER CORPORATION
A Subsidiary of Gusmer Machinery Group, Inc.
One Gusmer Drive
Lakewood, New Jersey, USA 08701-8055
Toll Free 1-800-367-4767 (USA & Canada)
Phone: (732) 370-9000
Fax: (732) 905-8968
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Copyright 1999, GUSMER CORPORATION
http://www.gusmer.com
NOTICE: This manual contains important information for your GUSMER equipment. Read and retain for future reference.
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- Page 1 One Gusmer Drive Lakewood, New Jersey, USA 08701-8055 Toll Free 1-800-367-4767 (USA & Canada) Phone: (732) 370-9000 Fax: (732) 905-8968 ® Copyright 1999, GUSMER CORPORATION http://www.gusmer.com NOTICE: This manual contains important information for your GUSMER equipment. Read and retain for future reference.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Model GX-8 Spray Gun CONTENTS LIST OF FIGURES ......................3 WARRANTY ........................4 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION................5 ..................5 CCEPTABLE QUIPMENT ................6 PERATIONAL AFETY ROCEDURES DESCRIPTION.........................7 ........................7 EATURES ......................9 AJOR OMPONENTS ....................10 QUIPMENT UPPLIED ......................11 ERVICE OPERATION ........................12 .....................12 AFETY OSITION OF ......................12 ANUAL VALVES .....................13... -
Page 3: List Of Figures
Operating Manual Contents LIST OF FIGURES 1. M ....................8 IGURE IXING ODULE 2. M ..................9 IGURE AJOR OMPONENTS 3. C ................9 IGURE ENTERLINE OMPONENTS 4. S ..................10 IGURE TANDARD 5. 1 Q (P/N OP205)............11 IGURE UART ERVICE 6. 3 G (P/N OP206).............11 IGURE ALLON... -
Page 4: Warranty
Gusmer through the sale, lease, or rental of Product in no way expresses or implies a license for the use of, nor encourages the infringement of any patents or licenses. -
Page 5: General Safety Information
Under no circumstances should any acid or corrosive chemicals be used in the unit. Consult GUSMER if there is any doubt about the compatibility of the chemical system to be used in this equipment. -
Page 6: Operational Safety Procedures
Model GX-8 Spray Gun Operational Safety Procedures This safety information will not be repeated in the text of this manual. The symbols pertaining to this information will appear where appropriate to alert the operator to potential hazards. WARNING: T HE SOVENTS AND CHEMICAL USED WITH THIS EQUIPMENT EXPOSE THE... -
Page 7: Description
Gusmer originated over 35 years ago. We believe the GX-8 Spray Gun is the only mechanical purge gun in the world that allows the spraying of polyureas and hybrids at outputs in the 1-2 pound per minute range. -
Page 8: Figure 1. Mixing Module
Be sure to take advantage of their experience and expertise. IMPORTANT: Substitution of parts not designed manufactured, or recommended by Gusmer could result in harm to the user and/or damage to the GX-8 Gun. Any alterations to or substitutions for Gusmer parts will void the warranty provisions set... -
Page 9: Major Components
In keeping with the need to gain a complete and thorough understanding of the equipment, please take time to become familiar with the major components of the GX-8 Gun (Figure 2) and its Centerline Components (Figure 3). This will be helpful later when these items are covered in the manual. -
Page 10: Equipment Supplied
Model GX-8 Spray Gun Equipment Supplied The Standard Tool Kit includes the following tools for use in servicing the GX-8. Figure 4. Standard Tool Kit 10” Adjustable Wrench (P/N 909A) 13. #80 Clean Out Drill (.0135 Dia.) (P/N 0941-45) 6” Adjustable Wrench (P/N 0908) 14. -
Page 11: Gun Service Kits
Operating Manual Description Gun Service Kits Cleaning the GX-8 with the 1 Quart Gun Service Kit (P/N OP205) or the 3 Gallon Gun Service Kit (P/N OP206) is essential to the proper operation of the GX-8. Both kits are available separately. -
Page 12: Operation
AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF PROPERTY DAMAGE OR BODILY INJURY FROM THE ACCIDENTAL OPERATION OF THE GUN Safety Position of Gun The GX-8 has a two position Safety Stop. When engaged, it prevents accidental triggering of the gun during servicing or down time. When disengaged, it allows the gun to dispense. -
Page 13: Air Line Configuration
• 6” Adjustable Wrench (P/N 0908) The GX-8 air line connection can be configured in two different ways. The standard configuration has the air connection at the base of the handle. The optional configuration has the air connection at the rear of the gun. To change to the optional configuration proceed as follows: REMOVE THE 4“... -
Page 14: Shutdown
Disassembling the gun daily for cleaning is not recommended if it IMPORTANT: As an additional safety precaution, the GX-8 air line has quick has been operating properly. disconnect air coupling. Disconnect the air line when transporting the gun with the... -
Page 15: Cleaning Procedure
2) The gun does not have to be disassembled. 3) It can be used as a quick and efficient end of day procedure. The 3 Gallon Gun Service Kit (P/N OP206) is also available for cleaning the GX-8. WARNING: P... - Page 16 Model GX-8 Spray Gun NOTE: CLEAN THE GUN Opening one manual valve at a time will allow flushing of Open either one of the Manual Valves on the Service Block individual chemicals. This is Disengage the Safety Stop by pushing in and turning the Safety Stop...
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Page 17: Servicing Procedures
Operating Manual Servicing Procedures SERVICING PROCEDURES Screen Screw Removal And Service Procedure TOOLS REQUIRED • 3/8” x 5/16” Open End Wrench (P/N 1982A) • 1/8” Dia. (P/N 0927-1/8) Clean Out Drill • 21/64” Dia. (P/N 0927-21/64) Clean Out Drill • Pin Vise W/Collets (P/N 6902A) •... -
Page 18: Centerline Component Removal
Model GX-8 Spray Gun Centerline Component Removal TOOLS REQUIRED • 10” Adjustable Wrench (P/N 909A) • 3/8” x 5/16” Open End Wrench (P/N 1982A • 1/2” Combination Wrench (P/N 1986) • 5/16” Spintite (P/N 0904A) • Lubriplate Grease (P/N 0553-2) - Page 19 Operating Manual Servicing Procedures Important: To free a PCD that appears to be stuck, set the Safety Stop to the Open position, then depress and release the gun trigger to unseat it. REMOVE THE MIXING MODULE- Reconnect the air line. Disengage the Safety Stop and depress the trigger and release.
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Page 20: Centerline Component Installation
Model GX-8 Spray Gun Centerline Component Installation TOOLS REQUIRED • 10” Adjustable Wrench (P/N 909A) • 3/8” x 5/16” Open End Wrench (P/N 1982A • 1/2” Combination Wrench (P/N 1986) • 5/16” Spintite (P/N 0904A) The Center Line Components consist of the following:... -
Page 21: Valving Rod Adjustment
1/2” Combination Wrench (P/N 1986) • 5/16” Spintite (P/N 0904A) The GX-8 Valving Rod should not require adjustment if it was shipped from the factory with the Mixing Module and Spray Tip installed. The Valving Rod will require adjusting in the following instances: •... -
Page 22: Figure 13. Valving Roda
Model GX-8 Spray Gun REMOVE THE GUN FROM THE COUPLING BLOCK- Using the 5/16" Spintite; remove the Coupling Block Mounting Screw. Separate the gun from the Coupling Block. Using a rag soaked with Gun Cleaner wipe clean the face of the Coupling Block to prevent material build-up. -
Page 23: Air Piston O-Ring And Cup Seal Replacement
Operating Manual Servicing Procedures Air Piston O-Ring and Cup Seal Replacement TOOLS REQUIRED • 3/8” x 5/16” Open End Wrench (P/N 1982A) • 1/2” Combination Wrench (P/N 1986) • Retaining Ring 45º Pliers (P/N 32982) • 6” Pliers (P/N 0906) •... -
Page 24: Figure 14. End Cap /Safety Stop
Model GX-8 Spray Gun 10. REMOVE SCREW- Using the 9/64” Ball Point Hex Key remove the rear #8 Socket Head Screw that connects the Air Cylinder to the Handle. Remove only this screw. #8 Socket Head Cap Screw Piston Assembly... -
Page 25: End Cap O-Ring And Cup Seal Replacement
Operating Manual Servicing Procedures 17. REASSEMBLE THE END CAP/SAFETY ASSEMBLY/PISTON SPRING- Center the Piston Spring over the raised portion of the Piston. Line up the raised portion of the End Cap with the inside diameter of the Piston Spring and insert the End Cap into the Air Cylinder. -
Page 26: Figure 15. End Cap /Safety Stop
Model GX-8 Spray Gun REMOVE SCREW- Using the 9/64” Ball Point Hex Key remove the rear #8 Socket Head Screw that connects the Air Cylinder to the Handle. Remove only this screw. #8 Socket Head Cap Screw Piston Spring End Cap/... -
Page 27: Trigger Valve O-Ring Replacement
Operating Manual Servicing Procedures Trigger Valve O-Ring Replacement TOOLS REQUIRED • 5/32” Hex Key (P/N 0902-5/32) • 3/16” Hex Key (P/N 0902-3/16) • 6” Adjustable Wrench (P/N 0908) • 6”Pliers (P/N 0906) • 3/8” x 5/16” Open End Wrench (P/N 1982A) •... - Page 28 Model GX-8 Spray Gun REMOVE THE VALVE SPOOL- In order to replace the O-Rings located on the NOTE: Valve Spool take hold of the end of the Spool and pull it out. Be careful extracting Refer to Figure 16 for steps 6 the Spool as a spring will come out with it.
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Page 29: Appendix
Operating Manual Appendix APPENDIX Specifications Metric 4 lbs./min 1.8 kg/min NOTE: Maximum Output: Actual outputs will be 1 lbs./min .45 kg/min dependent on material Minimum Output viscosities, temperatures, pressures, and Air Cap 3500 psi 240 bar Maximum Operating velocity settings. Pressure: 100-125 psi 7-9 bar... - Page 30 Model GX-8 Spray Gun 32943-1, Issue 1...
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Page 31: Instruction Manual Discrepancy Report
Date of Issue Page Number Discrepancy Instructions: Complete the above fields of the form by following the instructions listed on the reverse side of this sheet and mail to: Gusmer Corporation One Gusmer Drive PO Box 2055 Lakewood, NJ 08701 4/21/99... - Page 32 Model GX-8 Spray Gun Field Field Title Description Number Date Enter date report is submitted. Name Enter name of person making report. IM Number Enter the Part Number of the Instruction Manual from the title page. Issue Number Enter the Issue number of the Instruction Manual from the title page. If there is no issue number enter NONE.
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