3.3 Model designation and overview ..........20 3.4 Device design ................. 23 3.5 Optional expansions and accessories ........24 Transport and assembly ............26 4.1 Scope of delivery ..............26 4.2 Installation ................26 Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
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6.1.3 Cleaning the push-in filter ..........33 Troubleshooting ..............35 7.1.1 Replacing the packing and valve needle ....... 35 7.1.2 Cleaning the guide sleeve ..........37 7.1.3 Replacing the seals on the gun handle ......39 Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
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The copyright to these operating instructions belongs to WIWA Wilhelm Wagner GmbH & Co. KG Gewerbestr. 1-3 • 35633 Lahnau • Germany Tel.: +49 6441 609-0 • Fax.: +49 6441 609-50 • Email: info@wiwa.de Website: www.wiwa.de These operating instructions are intended exclusively for the preparation, operating and maintenance personnel.
Federation of Institutions for Statutory Accident Insurance and Prevention, BGR 500, chap. 2.29 "Processing Coating Materials", ➤ BGR 500, chap. 2.36 "Working with liquid jet sprayers", both ➤ from the professional association for gas, district heating and water management.
Explanation of symbols Safety information warns of potential accident risks and describes the measures required for accident prevention. In the operating instructions from WIWA, safety information is highlighted and labelled as follows: DANGER Signals a risk of accidents that are very likely to result in serious...
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Signals an instruction to wear safety goggles, in order to prevent eye injuries due to material spray, gases, vapours or dust. Use hearing protection Signals an instruction to wear hearing protection, in order to prevent damage to hearing caused by noise. Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
Material hoses and hose connections must comply with ➤ the maximum operating pressure including the required safety factor. Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
Always use open containers! ➤ Never spray solvents or materials containing solvents into ➤ narrow-mouthed cans or barrels with a bung opening! Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
➤ the container wall. Only use electrically conductive material hoses. ➤ All original material hoses from WIWA are conductive and designed for our devices. WARNING Dirty devices can become electrostatically charged. Fire and explosion can be triggered by severe static discharges.
1.1.1 - trichloroethane, methylene chloride or other solvents that contain halogenated chlorinated hydrocarbons (CFCs). If you wish to process materials Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
➤ correct handling of the device, and on wearing the correct work clothing and protective equipment, must make the user manual accessible to the operating and ➤ Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
Wear protective clothing Always wear the protective clothing stipulated for your work- ing environment (e.g. mining, enclosed spaces etc.) and also observe the recommendations in the safety data sheet of the material manufacturer. Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
When maintaining and repairing the device, only use original ➤ spare parts from WIWA. If spare parts are used, that have not been produced or ➤ supplied by WIWA then the guarantee is voided and all liability shall be excluded. Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
➤ the device - in particular with respect to the operating pressure and the connection variables. WIWA shall not be liable for any damage or injuries arising due to these parts. It is essential to observe the safety provisions applicable ➤...
CE marking Max. material temperat. Fig. 3: Data on the gun body The spray guns of series WIWA 500 can be used in connection with all known airless spraying devices. Intended use The spray guns of series WIWA 500 are intended for applying low- viscosity to high-viscosity materials in the commercial and industrial sector.
➤ (see type plate). Model designation and overview The model designation 500 (= 500 bar max. operating pressure) is specified by the following letters: Swivel joint Push-in filter in the handle...
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" NPSM, WIWA 500 F nozzle protector " UNS nozzle, with shut-off valve 0662602 4-finger trigger with front connection 1/4“ NPSM WIWA 500 F with UNS nozzle connection thread, without nozzle protector Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
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D = 5 mm The spray guns of the model series WIWA 500 FD (Art. no. 0647352, 0644977 and 0658752) with extra large material passages and swivel joint are ideal for high-viscosity materials such as e.g.
Connection for the material hose The obvious difference from the model series WIWA 500 FD and WIWA 500 F to the other spray guns of the series WIWA 500 is the front connection for the material hose. Since the material is not routed through the gun handle, these model series are suitable for processing heated materials.
The following list contains just some of the most common accessories and expansions. You can find the detailed accessory catalogue at www.wiwa.de. For further information and order numbers, you can also contact a WIWA dealer or WIWA customer service. Standard nozzles The standard nozzles can be used for all airless spray guns.
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The spray direction is in the direction of the arrow, opposite of flushing. Observe the separate instructions for the installation of the reversing switch. Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
Thoroughly flush the spray nozzle with a solvent. Unscrew the nozzle protector from the spray gun. Take the seal out of the nozzle protector. Insert the spray nozzle exactly in the recess of the nozzle protector. Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
Tighten the nozzle protector with an open-ended wrench. 4.2.2 Installing the push-in filter in the handle The push-in filters are special accessories for the models WIWA 500 FI and WIWA 500 D-FI. Unscrew the double nipple and the swivel joint from the gun handle, paying attention to the seal while doing so.
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Screw tight the material hose with the union nut to the inlet thread of the spray gun. Hold the spray gun with an open- ended wrench so that the spray gun does not turn. The spray gun is now ready for operation. Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
(90°) to the surface to be sprayed. As soon as you hold correct the spray gun at a different angle, the coating will become uneven and patchy (see fig. 7). Fig. 7: Spray angle Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
When processing 2 component materials or water-based coatings, the spray gun must be flushed together with the spraying device within the pot life specified by the material manufacturer. Clean the spray gun externally at the end of work. Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
Maintenance and repair work on the spray gun may only be ➤ performed by WIWA customer service or personnel trained to do so. Prior to maintenance and repair work: When processing 2 component materials: Flush spray gun together with the spraying device.
Fig. 10: Hole on the guide sleeve and the gun body (see fig. 11). Unscrew the threaded pin using the hexagon socket wrench one revolution. Remove the sealing cap. Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
Clean the push-in filter with a solvent recommended by the material manufacturer. Insert the push-in filter with the long end piece upward into the conical seal of the gun body: Insert this end piece in the conical seal Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
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Maintenance and repair Install the gun handle, the securing bracket and the double nipple and swivel joint in reverse order. Make sure the seals are seated correctly. Damaged seals must be replaced. Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
Ö Replace seal (see and gun body defective chap. 7.1.3) WIWA 500 D) 7.1.1 Replacing the packing and valve needle Fig. 12: Removing the packing and valve needle No. Designation Valve seat Seal Valve needle Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
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Clean all parts with a cleaning agent recommended by the material manufacturer. Check the packing, the valve needle and the seals for wear. Replace worn parts. Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
¼ revolution again. 7.1.2 Cleaning the guide sleeve Fig. 13: Removing the guide sleeve No. Designation Gun body Threaded pin Press-on plug Guide sleeve Threaded pin Pressure spring Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
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Check the spray gun for leak-tightness. In the event of leaks, de-pressurise the spray gun and tighten the packing gland screw ¼ revolution again. Tighten the threaded pin again using the hexagon socket wrench. Original operation manual WIWA 500 SP500_0550001-en_1604 • jw...
Troubleshooting 7.1.3 Replacing the seals on the gun handle Fig. 14: Removing the seals on the gun handle (WIWA 500 and WIWA 500 D) No. Designation Gun body Seal Handle Seal Double nipple or swivel joint Disassemble the material hose from the spray gun.
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Headquarters and production WIWA Wilhelm Wagner GmbH & Co. KG Gewerbestr. 1 - 3 35633 Lahnau, Germany Phone: +49 (0)6441 609-0 Fax: +49 (0)6441 609-2450 info@wiwa.de www.wiwa.de WIWA Partnership USA WIWA LP 107 N. Main St. P.O. Box 398, Alger, OH 45812...
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