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Table of Contents 2018-03-29 Operating manual PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Part 2 EC Declaration of Conformity Overview - Operation and service Article number of the machine: 00 45 13 36 SWING L FC-230V AIRLESS Article number of the machine: 00 53 14 53 SWING L FC-400V AIRLESS...
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Table of Contents 14.2 Connection cable 230V ......15 1 EC Declaration of Conformity ......6 14.3 Electrical connection 400 V ....15 2 Examination ............7 15 Operating modes ...........
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PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Table of Contents 29 EMERGENCY-STOP button ......24 41.2 Moving the safety lever ......37 41.3 Pressing the trigger......38 30 Preparing the machine ......... 24 42 Setting the spray pattern ......38 31 Connecting the power supply 230V ....
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PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Table of Contents 49 Filter element of SWING airless L ....49 52.2 Remove connection cable ....53 49.1 Cleaning the filter element ....49 52.3 Environmental protection...... 53 49.2 After cleaning ........
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service EC Declaration of Conformity 1 EC Declaration of Conformity Company: Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG Einersheimer Straße 53 97346 Iphofen Germany declares under our sole responsibility that the product:...
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Examination 2 Examination 2.1 Examination by machine operator Prior to each shift, the machine operator has to examine the effectiveness of the control and safety devices as well as the proper fitting of the protection devices.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Technical data 3.2 Keep the manual for future reference The operating manual has to be available during the whole service life of the product. 3.3 Division The operating manual is divided into 2 books:...
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Technical data 4.3 Connection value 230 V Detail Value Unit Electrical details Voltage, alternating current 50 Hz 230 V Power consumption, max. 16 A Power input, maximum 50 Hz...
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Dimension sheet of SWING airless L 5 Dimension sheet of SWING airless L 1430 Fig. 1: Dimension sheet 6 Dimension sheet of SWING airless L with a bag squeezer 1430 Fig.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service EMC test 7 EMC test The machine has been subjected to an EMC test, and it fulfils the stringent requirements specified by the EMC directive (filter class B).
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Assembly of SWING airless L 12 Assembly of SWING airless L 12.1 Overview Fig. 5: Table of the assembly groups 1. Material container cover 7. Side panel 2.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Assembly units 13 Assembly units 13.1 Airless 306 pump unit Airless 306 pump unit with a pressure reducer 1. Upper part of the housing with a pressure reducer 2.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Connections 13.3 Control cabinet 400 V Item number 00531099 Control cabinet SWING L FC 400V AIRLESS: 1. Display 2. Potentiometer for engine speed, material quantity 3. Selector switch direction of rotation, pump motor with control lamp 4.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Operating modes 14.2 Connection cable 230V 1. Connection cable with plug 230 V Fig. 10: Power connection Electrical connection 400 V 14.3 1. Electrical connection 400 V Fig.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Accessories 15.2 Speed controller The potentiometer is used to define the motor speed and the material quantity. Low speed → less material. High speed → more material.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Intended use of SWING airless L 19 Intended use of SWING airless L 19.1 Intended purpose of SWING airless L The tool is conceptualised and designed exclusively for the purpose of use specified here.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Electrostatic charge 20 Electrostatic charge 20.1 The machine must be earthed Danger! Electrostatic charge! Owing to the flow velocity of the coating material when spraying, electrostatic charges may sometimes develop on the device.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Safety rules NOTE! The permissible operating pressure for the spray gun, spray gun accessories and the high-pressure hose may not be above the operating pressure specified below the device.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Transport, packing and storage 25 Transport, packing and storage 25.1 Safety instructions for transport Improper transport ATTENTION! Damage from improper transport! Improper transport may cause substantial property damage.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Transport, packing and storage NOTE! Report any defect as soon as it is detected. Claims for damages can be asserted only within the valid warranty period. 25.3 Transport...
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Packaging 26 Packaging For packaging The individual packages have to be packed in accordance with the transport conditions to be expected. Only environmentally-friendly materials were used for the packaging.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Operation NOTE! Do not use highly sticky adhesive on wall papers and painted base surfaces in order to prevent damage when removing. Remove adhesive tapes slowly and uniformly. Let the surfaces remain glued only as long as absolutely necessary in order to minimise possible residue when removing.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service EMERGENCY-STOP button 29 EMERGENCY-STOP button The emergency-stop button helps in quickly switching the machine to a safe status in the event of a hazard or to avert a hazard.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Connecting the power supply 230V DANGER! When working in rooms: Solvent-containing vapours must not form in the area of the device. Place the device on the side opposite that of the spray object.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Connecting the power supply 400 V 32 Connecting the power supply 400 V 1. Connect machine (1) to three-phase network 400 V. DANGER! Danger of death from electric current!
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service High-pressure hose Safety instructions for handling the Protect the hose lines against damage caused by external hose lines correctly mechanical, thermal and chemical effects. Do not use the hose lines which are marked with a lower operating pressure than that specified on the machine.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service High-pressure hose 33.3 Storage and shelf life Even if hoses and hose lines are stored properly and exposed to permissible stresses, they undergo a natural ageing process.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service High-pressure hose 1. Connect the pressure hose (1) to the pressure reducer (2). NOTE! Ensure clean correct connection tightness of the screwed connection. DANGER! Risk of injury death to injection: Liquid under pressure may escape from leaky screwed connections and cause severe injuries.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Filling the material container with material 33.6 Inserting the reverse nozzle in the nozzle protector 1. Insert the nozzle (1) into the nozzle protector from top (pay attention to the marking (2)).
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Working with the bag squeezer 2. Pour the stirred material into the material container. Fig. 28: Filling the material container 35 Working with the bag squeezer 35.1 Assembling the bag squeezer Assemble the bag squeezer on SWING airless L: 1.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Protective equipment 36 Protective equipment 36.1 Risk due to material spraying Warning! Spraying material that discharges from the sprayer of the gun, leaks or cracked components may penetrate into the body and cause extremely serious injuries.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Switching on SWING airless L 38 Switching on SWING airless L 38.1 Main switch 1. Turn the selector switch (1) of the pump motor to the middle position.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Display function with dry run protection 38.5 Setting the switch-on pressure (Pstart) When the pressure reduces to a set switch-on pressure, the pressure controller switches on the machine again.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Display function with dry run protection 39.3 Activate / deactivate Monitoring 1. By briefly pressing the V-button (1) once, the monitoring deactivated is deactivated for 3 minutes and switches on again after a reactivation time.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Risk of fire and explosion 40 Risk of fire and explosion WARNING! Danger to life due to the risk of fire and explosion Inflammable vapours in the working area, e.g.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Putting the machine into operation Do not smoke in the spraying area. Do not actuate or use light switches, motors or similar spark-generating products spraying area. Ensure that the area is kept clean and does not contain paint or solvent containers, materials or other inflammable materials.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Setting the spray pattern 41.3 Pressing the trigger 1. Hold the spray gun firmly in your hand and direct it in a cleaning bucket. 2. Press the trigger (1) until the material comes out.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Stopping in case of emergency / EMERGENCY-STOP button 42.3 Interruption of work NOTE! Always observe the setting time of the material to be processed: Clean the machine and high-pressure hoses...
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Action in case of power cut 8. If the severity of the emergency permits inform the competent After the rescue operations authorities. 9. Assign specialised personnel with the troubleshooting.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Work on troubleshooting 1. Turn the selector switch of the pump motor (2) to the middle position. DANGER! Overpressure on the machine! When opening machine parts they can open in an uncontrolled manner and injure the operator.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Work on troubleshooting 4. Determine cause for fault. 5. If the rectification of faults requires works in the danger zone, switch off the system and secure against restarting.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Work on troubleshooting 46.5 Table of faults Fault Possible cause Solution Rectification by Power supply not in order Repair power supply Service engineer Machine does not start...
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Work on troubleshooting Fault Possible cause Solution Rectification by The material is too viscous Thin down the material Operator Poor spray pattern The spray nozzle is worn or...
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Removal of clogging in hoses WARNING! Risk of injury due to material spraying! In order to reduce the risk of severe injuries, always ensure that the display does not show any pressure.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Removal of clogging in hoses 47.2 Change the direction of rotation of the pump motor in case of clogging 1. Turn the selector switch of the pump motor (1) briefly anti- clockwise until the pressure on the display (2) has dropped to “0...
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service End of work / clean machine Attention! Never place the entire gun in the solvent. This may damage the gaskets. 47.5 Cleaning the spray nozzle during daily usage...
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service End of work / clean machine 48.2 Pressure-free system/pressure release WARNING! Risk of injury due to material spraying! The system pressure should not show any pressure. Refer to “Change direction of rotation of the pump motor in case of clogging”...
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Filter element of SWING airless L 49 Filter element of SWING airless L 49.1 Cleaning the filter element NOTE! Clean the filter element every day. WARNING! Risk of injury due to material spraying! The system pressure should not show any pressure on the display.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Replacing the pump 50.2 Change pump 1. Place the SWING airless L on the rear-side clamp to ensure easy installation of the pump. 2. Put up the machine on a stable, even surface and secure against unwanted movements.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Replacing the pump 4. Loosen the screwed connection (3) for the pressure switch-off. Fig. 69: Pressure switch-off 5. Remove this by turning the pump. 6. Loosen the three screws (4) of the suction flange.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Switching off SWING airless L 51 Switching off SWING airless L 1. Ensure that the machine is depressurised. 2. Turn the selector switch (1) of the pump motor to the middle position.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Maintenance 52.2 Remove connection cable Electrical system DANGER! Danger of death from electric current! There is danger to life if you come in contact with live parts. Activated electrical components can carry out uncontrolled movements and cause serious injuries.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Maintenance NOTE! Maintenance is limited to a few checks. Thorough cleaning after use is the most important maintenance. Interval Maintenance work To be carried out by Daily Visual and functional inspection of all safety installations.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Disassembly 53 Disassembly After the useful service life has been reached, the device has to be dismantled and disposed of in an environmental-friendly manner. 53.1 Safety Personnel Disassembly must be carried out only by specially trained technical personnel.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Disposal Electrical system DANGER! Danger of death from electric current! There is danger to life if you come in contact with live parts. Activated electrical components can carry out uncontrolled movements and cause serious injuries.
PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Index 55 Index Division ..............8 Accessories ............16 Action in case of power cut......... 40 Earlier damage to the high-pressure hose ..44 Actions after completed maintenance ....54 EC Declaration of Conformity .......
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PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Index Removal of clogging in the spray nozzle ... 45 Main switch ............33 Remove connection cable ........53 Maintenance ............52 Remove filter element ........50 Maintenance plan ..........
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PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service Switching on SWING airless L......33 Turn the nozzle handle 180° .......46 Switching on the display ........33 Turn the selector switch of the pump motor to position ............40...
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PFT SWING L FC 230V – 400V AIRLESS Overview - Operation and service PFT – THE FLOW OF PRODUCTIVITY Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG P.O. Box no. 60 97343 Iphofen Einersheimer Straße 53 97346 Iphofen Germany Phone +49 9323 31-760...
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