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Operating instructions and spare parts list OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun 0102 II 2 D...
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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 issue. ITW Gema AG 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.
Round jet nozzle with vented deflector and vented central electrode ..17 Technical Data OptiGun 2-A(X) Automatic powder gun ..............19 Electrical data ..................19 Dimensions ....................19 Start-up Connecting the OptiGun 2-A(X) Automatic powder gun ........21 Function check ......................21 General information .................21 Troubleshooting ..................22 Operation Start-up and powder coating.................23 Table of contents •...
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Spare parts list Ordering spare parts..................... 39 OptiGun 2-A Automatic powder gun - complete........... 40 OptiGun 2-A Automatic powder gun - gun body........... 41 OptiGun 2-A Automatic powder gun - shaft............42 OptiGun 2-AX Automatic powder gun - complete ..........43 OptiGun 2-AX Automatic powder gun - gun body ..........
V 10/04 General safety regulations This chapter sets out the fundamental safety regulations that must be followed by the user and third parties using the OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun. These safety regulations must be read and understood before the OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun is used.
4. Start-up (i.e. the execution of a particular operation) is forbidden until it has been established that the OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun has been set up and wired according to the guidelines for machinery (98/37 EG). EN 60204-1 (machine safety) must also be observed.
Individual safety regulations for the operating firm and/or operating personnel 1. Any operating method which will negatively influence the technical safety of the powder spraying equipment is to be avoided. General safety regulations • 5 OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
If the earthing of the machinery includes the suspension arrangements, then these must constantly be kept clean in order to guarantee the necessary 6 • General safety regulations OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
Repairs must only be carried out by specialists or in ITW-Gema workshops. Unauthorized conversions and modifications may lead to injury or damage to machinery. The ITW Gema AG guarantee would no longer be valid. Safety requirements for electrostatic powder coating 1.
Guidelines for the avoidance of the dangers of ignition due to electrostatic charging (Guideline “Static Electricity”) VDMA 24371 Guidelines for electrostatic coating with synthetic powder - Part 1 General requirements - Part 2 Examples of use 8 • General safety regulations OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
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Beuth Verlag GmbH, Burgrafenstrasse 4, 1000 Berlin 30 General secretariat, Rue Bréderode 2, B-1000 Bruxelles, or the appropriate national committee VDE Verlag GmbH, Bismarckstrasse 33, 1000 Berlin 12 General safety regulations • 9 OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
(input and exhaust air) It must be observed, that all components are grounded according to the local regulations, before start-up 10 • General safety regulations OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
General information These operating manual contains all important information which you re- quire for the working with the OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun. 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 sys- tem.
V 10/04 Function description Field of application The OptiGun 2-A(X) Automatic powder gun is intended exclusively for the electrostatic coating with organic powders. Any other use is considered as non-conform. The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage re- sulting from this; the risk for this is assumed by the user alone.
(e). High voltage generation Circuit The OptiGun 2-A(X) Automatic powder gun is switched on and off by the OptiTronic gun control unit. The control unit allows also the adjustment of low voltage, powder flow and rinsing air to the gun.
The rinsing air adjustment on the control module is explained in the corresponding operating manual. High voltage Rinsing air Round jet nozzle with vented deflector and vented central electrode Structure and function • 17 OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
5 mJ. In these systems, the danger of an electric shock or explosive energy does not exist. The OptiGun 2-A(X) Automatic powder gun may only be connected to the OptiTronic or MultiTronic control unit! Technical Data • 19...
V 10/04 Start-up Connecting the OptiGun 2-A(X) Automatic powder gun 1. Connect the gun plug to gun control unit (see the OptiTronic con- trol unit operating instructions) 2. Connect the rinsing air hose of the control unit to the gun 3.
Troubleshooting In the case of possible faults, see chapter "Troubleshooting guide". Please consider also the control unit operating instructions. 22 • Start-up OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
The adjusted value of the total air volume can be left as it is, as long as the same diameter powder hose is used. If the hose diameter changes, the total air volume must be reset! Operation • 23 OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
(order no. 346 055) 3. The foam cubes can be ordered in sheets of 100 pieces (order no. 241 717) 4. Fit the powder hose again to the hose connection on the injec- 24 • Operation OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
V 10/04 Maintenance General information Regular and conscientious maintenance increases the service life of the OptiGun 2-A(X) automatic powder gun and provides for a longer continuous coating quality! Daily maintenance The OptiGun 2-A(X) Automatic powder gun must be cleaned daily and thoroughly (see in addition the chapter "Cleaning and repair").
Cleaning and repair Cleaning the gun Before cleaning the OptiGun 2-A(X) automatic powder gun, the con- trol unit must be switched off and the gun plug disconnected! The compressed air used for cleaning must be free from oil and wa-...
It is only to be dismantled so far, as the desired part is accessible! Before dismantling the OptiGun 2-A(X) automatic powder gun, the control unit must be switched off and the gun plug disconnected! OptiGun 2-A(X) Automatic powder gun - components...
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V 10/04 Dismantling procedure (cont.) Cleaning and repair • 29 OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
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V 10/04 Dismantling procedure (cont.) 30 • Cleaning and repair OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
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V 10/04 Dismantling procedure (cont.) Cleaning and repair • 31 OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
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V 10/04 Dismantling procedure (cont.) 32 • Cleaning and repair OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
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V 10/04 Dismantling procedure (cont.) OptiGun 2-A(X) Automatic powder gun with extension Cleaning and repair • 33 OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
Dismantling procedure (cont.) Reassembling the powder gun The reassembly of the OptiGun 2-A(X) Automatic powder gun is to be carried out in the reverse order to the procedure shown above. It is to be noted, that the powder tube is pushed in up to the stop.
Apart from the replacement of possibly defective parts, hardly any repairs have to be made. The cascade can be replaced completely unproblem- atic. The repair of the gun cable connection, however, may only be made by an authorized ITW Gema service center. Ask your ITW Gema agency! Powder hose connection The powder hose (11) can be plugged directly into the hose holder (10) and locked by pulling the locking ring back to the stop.
Check the grounding powder, high voltage is grounded available, powder does not adhere to work- piece Additional error descriptions are to be found also in the OptiTronic control unit operating instructions! Troubleshooting guide • 37 OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
WARNING! Only original ITW-Gema spare parts should be used, because the explosion protection will also be preserved that way. The use of spare parts from other manufacturers will invalidate the ITW Gema guarantee conditions! Spare parts list • 39 OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
If the powder gun cable (4) is defective, it is to be completely sent in for repair! 393 568 OptiGun 2-A Automatic powder gun - complete, negative polarity, incl. pos. 1-6 OptiGun 2-A Automatic powder gun - complete, positive polarity, incl. pos. 1-6 393 576...
V 10/04 OptiGun 2-A Automatic powder gun - gun body 1 OptiGun 2-A shaft - complete, negative polarity (see "Shaft" spare parts list) 393 665 393 673 OptiGun 2-A shaft - complete, positive polarity (see "Shaft" spare parts list) 2 Powder tube - complete...
9 Electrode holder, incl. pos. 5 (round jet central electrode) 382 914# # Wearing part Further nozzle versions are described in the "System overview" spare parts list! OptiGun 2-A(X) Automatic powder gun - nozzle combination 46 • Spare parts list OptiGun 2-A(X) (GA02) Automatic powder gun...
V 10/04 OptiGun 2-A(X) Automatic powder gun - SuperCorona SuperCorona - completa, retrofit set, L=215 mm 385 174# Version with extension 150 mm - L=365 mm 394 254# Version with extension 300 mm - L=515 mm 394 289# 1 SuperCorona-Ring - complete, retrofit set...
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