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This maintenance manual must be read and understood before any attempt is made to disassemble the equipment described herein. Under no circumstances should any modifications be made to the equipment without prior written approval from Metallisation. MAN-ARC150-MA Related Manuals: Operation Manuals:...
Standard Supplies The standard Supplies Package is 10 and 20 metres in length with all fittings appropriate to connect to the ARC150 Pistol and S500-PLC Energiser. The table below highlights the consumable parts available for these Supplies. Flexible Drive Shaft 7601 or 7601/20 Wire Conduits 7549/10...
30m Supplies pack for power extension trolley (ARC150-PET) SUP150-40EX 40m Supplies pack for power extension trolley (ARC150-PET) Please contact Metallisation if you require any consumable parts for the above Supplies Packs. NB: Extended supplies pack covers are not available for configurations longer than 20m as the cables become too heavy to package together.
Routine Maintenance The following table gives a routine maintenance schedule for the ARC150 Arcspray Pistol. NB: Before commencing repairs or maintenance on any part of the Pistol, ensure that the power supply has been isolated. If possible, work should be carried out in a clean environment, if the system has not been used for a period of time it is strongly recommended that all connections are checked before commencing operation.
Disconnecting the Pistol NOTE: Before attempting to disconnect the Pistol always be sure to isolate the Mains Supply. Uncouple Pistol Release roller tension Control Cable. This by pushing the Pinch connection is found on Release Cam in the the rear of the pistol. direction shown.
CG Spray Head – Checking Contact Tips NOTE: Before attempting to remove the Contact Tips always ensure that the mains power supply is isolated and the wire has been removed from the pistol. already removed, loosen the Pointed Shroud Screw and remove Shroud pulling forward.
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Continue to remove the Contact Tips using the following technique: At this point the Spray Head will look as shown and the Remove the Air Concentrator by pulling forward. Contact Tips will be accessible. Using suitable spanner, remove the Contact Tips check for damage and clean / replace as...
CG Spray Head – Complete Disassembly NOTE: Before attempting to disassemble the Spray Head always ensure that the mains power supply is isolated and the wire has been removed from the pistol. Loosen the Thumb Screw and remove the Hood. Check the If not already removed, loosen the Pointed Shroud Screw ‘O’...
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Taking care not to drop any of the parts, continue to inspect the Spray Head parts using the following technique: Taking care not to drop the any of the Spray Head parts, unscrew and remove the Air Cover. The Air Cover should be easy to unscrew having loosened it whilst attached to the pistol.
CG Spray Head Reassembly Once all Spray Head parts have been cleaned and any damaged parts have been renewed, the Spray Head can be reassembled using the following technique: Press the Transfer Plug into the Contact Tube Support Block until the largest diameter touches the rear of the...
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Before refitting the Spray Head onto the pistol, ensure that the contact areas on the Terminals and Clamp Pads are clean and undamaged. Poor contact in these areas can cause overheating. Place the Spray Head against the front of the pistol. Ensure the Transfer Plug locates in the Contact Tube Support Block and the Contact Tubes locate in the left and right hand Terminals.
Pistol is returned to the nearest Metallisation Factory, Distributor or Agent for repair. If however further disassembly is necessary, the following procedure should be followed but only performed by experienced fully competent maintenance personnel.
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If removing the Side Plates for inspection / replacing of the Front Wire Guides, continue with the following disassembly procedure: Before the Side Plates can be removed, the Switch must be released from the Side Plates. Using suitable pliers pull the Side Plate Switch Clip upwards until it is freed from the Side Plate.
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If inspecting the Trigger Assembly, continue with the following instruction. To inspect the Flywheel go to point 14. Reassembly Pistol Rear Note: The Pinch Roll Pivot Pin MUST be punched out from the left to right to prevent scoring of the internal bore.
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If inspecting the Tension Assembly, go to point 17 and continue the strip down procedure: Reassembly Note: Before replacing the ‘O’ Ring, grease with silicon grease. Removing the Flywheel will expose an ‘O’ ring on the underside This is how the Pistol will appear at this point. If problems are experienced with the Tension Assembly, continue to strip the of the ARC150 Pistol Body.
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Continue to inspect the Tension Assembly following point 19. If problems are experienced with the Wormshaft or gears, go to point 20 and continue the stip down procedure. In order to remove the Pinch Release Cam for inspection or renewal, first remove the 6mm Ext Circlip using appropriate Circlip Pliers. Then push out the Cam Pivot Pin.
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Pistol is returned to the nearest Metallisation Factory, Distributor or Agent Roll Pin for repair. Flex Drive Coupling...
Section 4.9 shows a detailed explosion of the Drive Unit. Further maintenance of the ARC150 DUA Drive unit should be carried out by your Metallisation Distributor as the Unit itself is not generally repairable. Page 22 of 42...
Pistol Troubleshooting It is essential that the Metallisation ARC150 Arcspray Pistol is properly maintained and operated. Faults may occur due to incorrect operation, lack of proper maintenance or incorrect component selection. If the problem still persists, then consult the below tables. These are the most commonly occurring problems, their causes and the action that should be taken to rectify the problem.
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PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Check that wires pull easily from the Wire Conduits. Check that drive tension is adequate and that Roller Guides are not loose, choked or worn. Clean or replace as necessary Roller Guides slipping on wire If wires are jammed in the Spray Head, ensure that Contact Tips are the correct size for the wire being used.
Motor frequency (H3) and Motor Current (Amps). Displayed parameters are not adjustable by end user. Please contact Metallisation for more Information. In order to display the Trip Log (last four faults) follow the below procedure: Display shows…...
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-10°C in order to start the drive Faulty thermistor on heatsink Refer to Metallisation Parameters not saved, defaults reloaded. Internal memory fault Try again. If problem recurs, refer to Metallisation Internal drive Fault Refer to Metallisation Internal drive Fault Refer to Metallisation...
Pistol Overview The illustration below is an exploded view of the Pistol as a whole. For specific assemblies refer to the appropriate Section. Flywheel (4.7) Gearbox & Terminal Blocks (4.3) Tensioning Components (4.5) Trigger Assembly (4.6) Cover Plates & Wire Guides (4.4) CG Spray Head (4.2)
CG Spray Head The CG Spray Head comprises of standard parts that and Contact Tips that vary dependant on the wire being used or the coating required. FIG 1 gives an illustrated view of the Spray Head. Table 1 shows all general parts for the Spray Head. Table 2 shows the Contact Tip variations which are dependant on configuration.
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TABLE 1. Pistol Parts - Standard PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1007 'O' Ring 6713 Pointed Shroud Screw 6836AM Medium Air Cap (AM) 6844A Air Cover 6891A Shroud 7480 Contact Tube Support Block 7481 Air Concentrator 7490 Contact Tip Support Tube 7507 Support Block Seal Tube 7528 Hood...
Push / Pull Wire Drive and Motor Assembly – Explosion Fig 1. Shows a complete exploded view of the ARC150-DUAEV Drive Unit Assembly. Fig 2. Shows the 5600 – RH Drive Unit Assembly 2.3mm/2.5mm Serated ‘V’ and the 5601 – LH Drive Unit Assembly 2.3mm/2.5mm Serated ‘V’...
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FIG 1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 5605 Gearmotor B - Pusher Cover Guard Mount Strip Fixings 5585 Gearbox Mount Plate 2334 M8 Washer 5606 Motor Inverter Plate 2338 M8 Nut 5587 Pusher Spacer Ring Insulator 2339 M8 Spring Washer M8 x 25mm Long Countersunk Socket 5588 Pusher Drive Shaft Assembly 28142...
4.10 Recommended Spares Holding Quantities shown in the following tables are advisable levels only. Dependant on usage, customers may be advised to hold greater stocks. Contact Tips and Roller Tyres part numbers are dependent on the specific system being used. Contact Tip Support Tubes remain the same.
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WIRE DRIVE SPARES PART NO. DESCRIPTION 5583 Roller Tyre 2.3mm/2.5mm Serated 'V' 5584 Roller Tyre 1.6mm/2.0mm Serated 'V' 5592 Pusher Rear Wire Guide 5593 Pusher Central Wire Guide 5594 Pusher Front Wire Guide 6469 Socket Head Cap Screw Page 41 of 42...
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Fax: +44 1384 237196 Email: support@metallisation.com The information in this manual was correct at the time of publication; Metallisation disclaims liability for any inaccuracies or omissions that may have occurred. Periodically, changes are made to the information herein, and Metallisation reserve...
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