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Part 1612502−01 Issued 8/18 For parts and technical support, call the Industrial Coating Systems Customer Support Center at (800) 433-9319 This document is subject to change without notice. Check http://emanuals.nordson.com for the latest version. NORDSON CORPORATION • AMHERST, OHIO • USA...
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Change Record Change Record Revision Date Change 8/18 New Release Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
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Change Record Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
Regulations and Approvals Make sure all equipment is rated and approved for the environment in which it is used. Any approvals obtained for Nordson equipment will be voided if instructions for installation, operation, and service are not followed. All phases of equipment installation must comply with all federal, state, and local codes.
Clean, maintain, test, and repair equipment according to the instructions in your equipment documentation. Use only replacement parts that are designed for use with original equipment. Contact your Nordson representative for parts information and advice. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
Disconnect and lock out electrical power. Close pneumatic shutoff valves and relieve pressures. Identify the reason for the malfunction and correct it before restarting the equipment. Disposal Dispose of equipment and materials used in operation and servicing according to local codes. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
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Encore Automatic PE Powder Spray Gun Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
The guns have a straight-through powder path to minimize impact fusion. The guns are used with the Nordson Encore iControl System or Encore LT Automatic Controllers, which provide electrostatic voltage control, electrode air-wash air, and powder pump air.
Ambient Temperature Rating: +15 to +40 _C (59−104 _F) This applicator is used with Porcelain Enamel powders which are non-flammable. Dimensions and Weights Encore PE Bar-Mount Gun Weight: 897 grams (1.98 lbs) 40.4 cm (15.93 in.) 5.8 cm (2.28 in.) 37 cm (14.57 in.) to pivot center...
(6). 3. Bundle the powder hose, 4-mm clear electrode air-wash tubing, and gun cable together and secure them to the adjusting rod with Nordson Velcro straps. Connect them to the spray gun as shown in Figure 5. Figure 3 Standard Articulated Bar-Mount Gun Mounting 1.
Connect them to the spray gun as shown in Figure 5. Articulating Bar Mount Fixed Bar Mount Figure 4 Optional Gun Bar Mount Kits 1. Adjusting rod 3. Bar mount bracket 5. Knob 2. Tube adapter 4. Washer Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
3. Connect the gun cable (3) to the receptacle and tighten the cable nut securely. Standard Bar Mount Connections Optional Bar Mount Connections Figure 5 Gun Connections 1. Powder hose 3. Gun cable 4. Hose clamp 2. Electrode air wash tubing Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
1. Before installing the ion collector rod on the gun, coat several parts. Note the current (μA) shown on the control unit display when coating the parts. Cure the coatings. 2. Install the ion collector kit on the gun. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
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6. If the desired improvement in the surface finish has not been obtained, loosen the set screw and slide the rod forward approximately 1-in. Tighten the set screw. 7. Repeat step 5 until the desired improvement in surface finish is obtained. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
(7, 8, 10, and 11) into the spray gun. 9. Install the flat spray or corner spray nozzle (9) onto the electrode support (8), then install the new nozzle nut on the spray gun. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
Automatic and manual control of electrostatic output, air-wash air flow, and pump air flow, are provided by the Nordson iControl System or the Encore LT Automatic Controllers. spray gun triggering and positioning are provided by the iControl System, a Nordson Axis Controller, or a PLC supplied either by Nordson or the customer.
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5. Nozzle nut 8. Electrode support assembly (XD Shown) 3. Pattern sleeve 6. Electrode holder (See Note) Note: The electrode holder used with a Conical spray nozzle is not interchangeable with Flat/Corner spray nozzles. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
5. Electrode 2. Flat spray nozzle 4. Electrode holder (See Note) 6. Electrode support assembly (XD Shown) Note: The electrode holder used with a Flat/Corner spray nozzle is not interchangeable with a Conical spray nozzle. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
(8) from the gun. 4. Pull the electrode support (7) out of the gun. 5. Disconnect the powder hose from the gun. 6. Blow out the gun from the powder hose connector toward the front end. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
Replace the power supply, electrode support resistor, or both, if the resistance readings do not fall within the specified ranges. Refer to Continuity and Resistance Checks in the Troubleshooting section for more information. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
Refer to the Encore iControl Hardware Manual for control-related problems. If you cannot solve a problem with the information provided in these manuals, contact your local Nordson representative for help. NOTE: iFlow modules are used in the iControl controller to control pump air flow.
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Powder build up on orifice. Check the air-wash tubing, the electrode tip and check for flow at the output fitting when the gun is triggered on. Refer to your controller manual for more troubleshooting information. Continued... Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
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Total air set to zero If the total air is set to zero the flow 10. Gun flow % does not percent cannot be adjusted. Change increment, always 0 the total flow to a positive value. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
The resistance should be 19−21 meg ohms. If the resistance is out of this range repair or replace the electrode support assembly . Refer to Electrode Support Repair on page 29 to repair the electrode support assembly. 19−21 Megohms Figure 11 Electrode Support Resistance Test Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
2. Insert the powder tube into the end cap and through the gun bodies, then thread the adapter into the end cap and finger tighten securely. Figure 15 Powder Tube Replacement 29. Hose adapter with powder tube 28. End cap Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
Discard the nut that is included with the new barbed fitting, then with the lock washer installed on the fitting, install it through the rear gun body and thread it into the end cap. Tighten the fitting securely. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
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13. Check the bulkhead gasket (18). If it is damaged, remove it and replace it with a new one. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
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Body Studs Figure 18 Gun Disassembly − Power Supply Replacement 16. Body 18. Gasket 20. Screw plate 16A. Filter assembly 19. Bulkhead 21. Nuts 17. Power supply Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
3. Install the electrode into the electrode holder, then screw the electrode holder into the ceramic spider. Figure 19 XD Electrode Support Assembly Replacement. 1. Electrode holder 3. O-ring 4a. Ceramic spider 2. Electrode 4. Electrode support assembly 4b. PU seal Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
Alignment Holes for Spring Alignment Keyways Figure 20 Electrode Support Sleeve Replacement 1. Electrode holder 3. Ceramic spider 5. Compression spring 2. electrode 4. Sleeve 6. Electrode support assembly Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
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Encore Automatic PE Powder Spray Gun Parts To order parts, call the Nordson Industrial Coating Systems Customer Support Center at (800) 433-9319 or contact your local Nordson representative. Parts can also be ordered on the Internet at http://www.enordson.com. Spray Gun...
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Item Part Description Quantity Note − 1601417 SPRAY GUN, auto, bar mount, Encore PE 1601811 S RETAINER, deflector, 38 mm, Encore PE 245523 S DEFLECTOR, 38 in. diameter, ceramic 945016 S S O-RING, silicone, 0.251, x 0.400 x 0.074 in.
Part Description Quantity Note 1612354 SUPPORT ASSEMBLY, electrode, Encore PE XD 1612461 S O−RING, Buna N, 24 mm x 1 mm NOTE A: XD Electrode Support Assembly ships with new spray guns. SD Electrode Support Assembly − Option Figure 23 SD Electrode Support Assembly See Figure 23.
CABLE, auto, Encore, 12 meter (39.4 ft) 1097540 CABLE, auto, Encore, 16 meter (52.5 ft) 1601344 CABLE, extension, Encore auto, 4 meter (13.1 ft) NOTE A: Use between spray gun and 8, 12, or 16 meter cable. Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
S SLEEVE, locking, 1.25 in. diameter 248669 S BODY, adjust mounting 248957 S HANDLE, adjust, −16 x 1.77 in. 249074 S HANDLE, adjust, −16 x 2.75 in. 983061 S WASHER, flat, 0.406 x 0.812 x 0.065 in., zinc Part 1612502−01 E 2018 Nordson Corporation...
−16 x 2.75 in. 983061 S WASHER, flat, 0.406 x 0.812 x 0.065 in., zinc 1601432 S ADAPTER, tube, mount, bar, Encore PE 1097545 S BALL, chrome steel, 6.5 mm dia., 25, C63 345385 S SCREW, set, flat, M8 x 20, fastener Part 1612502−01...
345385 S SCREW, set, flat, M8 x 20, fastener 1097545 S BALL, chrome steel, 6.5 mm dia., 25, C63 1601432 S ADAPTER, tube, mount, bar, Encore PE 1601444 S ROD, adjusting, stainless steel, 1.25 in. OD x 4 ft 1103254...
-−−−−− S TIP, ion collector, multi-point 1097543 S SCREW, set, nylon tip, M5 x 8, black −−−−−− S BLOCK, ion collector, Encore PE 983401 S WASHER, lock, split, M5, steel, zinc 982636 S SCREW, button, socket, M5 x 12, zinc Part 1612502−01...
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EU DECLARATION of Conformity Product: Models: Encore PE – HD Automatic Applicators for use with Encore HD iControl 2 Controllers. Or, in Robot applications the Encore PE – HD can be used with an Encore HD/XT Manual Interface and its associated Power Supply Cabinet.
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