Dispensing system, for use with non-flammable foam and polyurea, not for use in explosive atmospheres, maximum fluid working pressure: 2200 psi. 15.2 mpa, 152 bar
Dispense gun for use with non-flammable foam and polyurea/not for use in explosive atmospheres, 90-110/3000 psi 0.62-0.76/20.7 mpa, 6.2-7.6/207 bar air inlet pressure range, maximum static fluid pressure (30 pages)
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GUARDIAN A6-6000 IP Dispensing System For use with non-flammable foam and polyurea. Not for use in explosive atmospheres. Maximum fluid working pressure: (2200 psi. (15.2 MPa, 152 bar) Important Safety Instructions Read all warnings and instructions in this manual. Save these instructions. U.S.A.
Warnings The following warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. The exclamation point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbol refers to procedure-specific risk. Refer back to these warnings. Additional, product-specific warnings may be found throughout the body of this manual where applicable. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD Improper grounding, setup, or usage of the system can cause electric shock. • Turn off and disconnect power cord before servicing equipment. • Use only grounded electrical outlets. •...
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Warnings WARNING FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Flammable fumes, such as solvent and paint fumes, in work area can ignite or explode. To help pre- vent fire and explosion: • Use equipment only in well ventilated area. • Eliminate all ignition sources; such as pilot lights, cigarettes, portable electric lamps, and plastic drop cloths (potential static arc). • Keep work area free of debris, including solvent, rags and gasoline. • Do not plug or unplug power cords, or turn power or light switches on or off when flammable fumes are present.
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Warnings Isocyanate Hazard To prevent exposing ISO to moisture: • Always use a sealed container with a desiccant dryer in the vent, or a nitrogen atmosphere. Never store ISO in an open container. • Keep the ISO lube pump reservoir filled with Graco Spraying materials containing isocyanates creates Throat Seal Liquid (TSL), Part 206995.
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Warnings Keep Components A and B Changing Materials Separate • When changing materials, flush the equipment mul- tiple times to ensure it is thoroughly clean. CAUTION • Always clean the fluid inlet strainers after flushing. To prevent cross-contamination of the equipment’s wet- • Check with your material manufacturer for chemical ted parts, never interchange component A (isocyanate) compatibility. and component B (resin) partrs. The gun is shipped with the A side on the left. The fluid manifold, fluid hous- •...
Section 1 - Installation: Standard Equipment Model - A6-6000 IP Part Description Number GC1820 A6-6000 IP UNIT, 220V, 1PH, F GC1822 A6-6000 IP UNIT, 220V, 3PH, F GCP2R1* PROBLER P2 GUN GC0393* 48 FT. HEATED HOSE ASSEMBLY 313274 USER MANUAL 206995 FLUID, TSL, 1 AT.
Section 1 - Installation: Specifications Material Ratio: 1:1 (Fixed) Material Viscosity: 200- 2000 Centipoise (Cps) @ AMBIENT Output: Pumps Rated: .042 Gallons Per Cycle .159 Liters Per Cycle Operating Temperatures: 32º F ( 0º C ) - 180º (82 º C ) Maximum Air Working Pressure: 100 psi (0.69 MPa, 6.9 bar) Maximum Fluid Working Pressure:...
GlasCraft system, read and understand all of the relationship typical use. Each assembly should be technical and safety literature provided with GlasCraft directed by a GlasCraft distributor or made from the products. If you do not have the proper or related GlasCraft Assembly instructions provided.
Depending on the electrical setup, it may be Be sure to use PTFE tape on the threads. necessary to install an appropriate plug on the end of the cable. GlasCraft will not supply this plug, as we are unaware of which style will be needed. c. Consult the data sheet for the specific unit being installed to determine the proper breaker size needed.
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Section 1 - Installation: Equipment Assembly Seal component A drum and use desiccant dryer. See transfer pump manual for setup instructions. Remove the metal caps from the material pumps. POLY Material Drum Connect one end of each material hose to the inlet fittings located on the back of the machine. It is highly recommended that you label the (POLY) hose with BLUE tape and the (ISO) hose with RED...
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Section 1 - Installation: Equipment Assembly Connect the other end of the material hoses to there correct transfer pumps. Ensure that they are not reversed and tighten securely. POLY Material Inlet Fitting Attach the other end of the airlines to the far right regulator on the machines air manifold.
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Section 1 - Installation: Equipment Assembly Main power from power source should be disconnected or turned off to console before making hose connections. Trigger Air Connect the hose assembly to the unit. The swivel fittings on the Hose assembly are sized differently and will attach only one way. Connect the “yellow” heat plug to the outlet on the front of the unit.
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GC0705 Extension hose Machine End Continue adding extra hose lengths if necessary. The GlasCraft System is factory assembled. If any questions arise concerning air or electrical connections, please refer to illustrations located in the forward portion of this User Manual or contact your GlasCraft distributor.
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If you do not understand the electrical hook-up described above, consult your local GlasCraft distributor OR a qualified electrician. Electrical connections must be checked on a periodic basis.
Section 2 - Operation: Start-Up Instructions Filling The System Never leave machine unattended while system power is on or system is running. Adjust air regulator to 20 psi to fill system. Air System running is defined as: preheat cycle of the hose motor will cycle slowly to fill pumps, heaters and heat, primary heaters, or any pump operation. hoses and stop.
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Section 2 - Operation: Start-Up Instructions Place separate clean containers under each indi- Clean and lubricate side blocks and seals thoroughly vidual side block. Slowly open material valves and re-assemble on gun. Make certain that the side (black arrow forward) on each side block to allow block screws are tightened securely. trapped air to escape the hose and material to flow into the containers until all air is purged from the Refer to material manufacturers operating instructions material system. for proper preparation of material, i.e, mixers, etc.
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Section 2 - Operation: Start-Up Instructions Turn on the ISO & POLY heater control: Adjust main air regulator to material suppliers a. Push in green power button. specifications. b. Press up or down arrow buttons on the controller until desired temperature setting is achieved. Turn purge air and material valves ON at gun. Straighten hose out flat, to avoid uneven heating and damage to internal wiring of the Hose Assembly.
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Section 2 - Operation: Start-Up Instructions Change Temperature Controller Display Scroll through the Setup Menu by pressing the Units (Fhrenheit or Celsius) button until the display reads “C-F” (press button 3 times). 220 V units are factory set to display temperature readings in degrees Fahrenheit.
Section 2 - Operation: Shut-Down Instructions Daily Shut-Down Procedure Turn off hose and heater controllers. Reduce main air regulator pressure to zero. Turn off main power switch. Visually inspect the entire system for leaks. Turn off main air supply and main power. Flip retract switch to the “retract position” and trigger the gun until pumps are in the down position.
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Section 2 - Operation: Shut-Down Instructions Coil heated hoses with a minimum four foot diameter Use a suitable solvent to flush the fluid circuits. To to avoid kinking and subsequent damage to the determine the compatibility of solvents with material internal electrical wiring. being used. Always check with material supplier. Check and lube top of the fluid section. Increase transfer pump pressure until fluid movement occurs. Wipe off residual material and add a tablespoon If fluid movement does NOT occur @ 100 psi of TSL (throat seal liquid).
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Section 2 - Operation: Shut-Down Instructions Turn off main air supply and disconnect air line from Adjust main air regulator to 20 psi. the system. Adjust transfer pump regulators to approximately 40 psi. Coil the heated hoses with a minimum four foot diameter to avoid kinking and subsequent damage to the internal electrical wiring. For gun shut down, follow the procedure from the gun manual.
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Section 2 - Operation: Shut-Down Instructions Open both side blocks simultaneously into separate containers and dispense approximately 1-1/2 - 2 Before performing any repairs on any part of the system, gallons of material from each side or until all plasticizer is purged from the system. Stop the PLACE ALL CONTROLS ON THE MACHINE AND THE pumps in the down position.
Section 3 - General Information: Assembly Drawings GC1820, GC1822 Unit Assembly 5, 38 10, 36 5, 38 5, 38 40, 39 1, 36 41, 35, 37 1, 36 Detail A supplied with cart assembly See Detail A Some parts have been removed for clarity...
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Section 3 - General Information: Assembly Drawings GC1820, GC1822 Unit Assembly 4, 38 4, 38 3, 38 4, 38 4, 38 3, 38 ISO Heater Assy POLY Heater Assy Receptacle B Receptacle A Receptacle A Receptacle B...
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Section 3 - General Information: Assembly Drawings GC1820 Parts List Ref. Part Description Qty. Ref. Part Description Qty. HOSE, TUBNG, P.E., .500 OD RIVET, BLIND , .188 DIA.X .425 STL NATURAL 15G280 LABEL, WARNING GC2363 LABEL, DECAL, ISO 112925 SCREW, CAP, BTNHD GC2364 LABEL, DECAL, POLY GC0433...
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Section 3 - General Information: Assembly Drawings GC1820 Generic System Schematic...
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Section 3 - General Information: Assembly Drawings GC1820 System Schematic 220V Single Phase...
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Section 3 - General Information: Assembly Drawings GC1820 System Schematic 220V Three Phase...
Section 3 - General Information: Sub Assembly Drawings Cart Assembly IP 154, 155, 156 151, 152, 140, 136 134, 142 Some Parts Removed For Clarity Attach air line for gun here 130,148 130,148 130,148 130,148 See Detail 134,142,144 136,140,143 Some Parts Removed For Clarity Detail A...
Section 3 - General Information: Maintenance Daily Routine Maintenance Visually inspect the system for leaks. Check desiccant dryer ensure proper functioning. Replace dryer beads as necessary. Check and lube top of the fluid section. Wipe off residual material and add a tablespoon of throat seal liquid (TSL). Weekly Maintenance Place a small amount of grease on the air motor shaft.
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Section 3 - General Information: Troubleshooting If a high pressure situation develops, the sensor will detect this and immediately engage the hold-in circuit. Do not place any part of the body in the path of the This will disengage power to the air motor and will also material spray.
Gun. If you do not understand the electrical hook-up de b. If the missing material gauge reads LOWER than scribed above, consult your local GlasCraft distributor normal, there is a STARVATION problem between OR a qualified electrician. the gauge and the material supply system.
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Section 3 - General Information: Troubleshooting A. MATERIAL DRUMS A. GUN 1. Material in drums? 1. Side Block Material Valve turned on? 2. Material temperature? 2. Bore hole of Mixing Chamber clean? a. If the material is to cold, especially at the 3. Filter Strainer Screen clean? bottom of the drum, it will raise the viscosity of 4.
Section 3 - General Information: Options GC0174 Transfer Kit (Supplied with Unit) GC1240 GC1233 GC0479 GC0178 GC1747 GC2208 GC2199 TRANSFER PUMP PURCHASED SEPARATELY The transfer kit attaches the same way for both ISO & POLY side. Use PTFE tape on NPT threads.
Section 4 - Safety Information: Limited Warranty Policy Graco Standard Warranty Graco warrants all equipment referenced in this document which is manufactured by Graco and bearing its name to be free from defects in material and workmanship on the date of sale to the original purchaser for use. With the exception of any special, extended, or limited waranty published by Graco, Graco will, for a period of twelve months from the date of sale, repair or replace any part of the equipment determined by Graco to be defective.
GlasCraft. * If your questions are not urgent, You can e-mail all correspondence to service@glascraft.com For Air Powered Systems: Model: _____________________________...
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