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PHOENIX GX SERIES
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  • Page 1 Operation Manual PHOENIX GX SERIES Serial No.: 1alpg_BA_en_bb-0550010 ✓...
  • Page 2 EC declaration of conformity in accordance with Annex II, No. 1 A of Machine Directive 2006 / 42 / EC, as amended by 2009 / 127 / EC The company WIWA Wilhelm Wagner GmbH & Co. KG 35633 Lahnau Gewerbestraße 1–3 Germany...
  • Page 3 EU declaration of conformity in accordance with ATEX Directives The company WIWA Wilhelm Wagner GmbH & Co. KG 35633 Lahnau Gewerbestraße 1–3 Germany hereby declares that the ma- PHOENIX GX SERIES chine type with serial no. conforms with the provisions of Directive 2014 / 34 / EU.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents 1 Foreword 2 Safety 2.1 Explanation of symbols ....2.2 Safety notes ......2.2.1 Working pressure .
  • Page 6 Contents 4 Transport, installation, and assembly 4.1 Transport ......4.2 Installation site ..... . 4.3 Assembly .
  • Page 7: Foreword

    If questions should arise, we would be happy to assist you. We wish you excellent working results with your machine WIWA Wilhelm Wagner GmbH & Co. KG Original Operation Manual ✓, Status: 2021/07/23 1alpg_BA_en_bb-0550010...
  • Page 8 WIWA Wilhelm Wagner GmbH & Co. KG Gewerbestraße 1–3 • 35633 Lahnau • Germany Phone: +49 (0)6441 609-0 • Fax: +49 (0)6441 609-2450 • Email: info@wiwa.de • Website: www.wiwa.de This operation manual is intended exclusively for the preparation, operating and maintenance personnel.
  • Page 9: Safety

    We recommend that the machine owner have this confirmed in writing. 2.1 Explanation of symbols Safety notes warn of potential accident risks and describe the mea- sures required for accident prevention. In the WIWA operation manu- als, safety notes are highlighted and labeled as follows: DANGER...
  • Page 10 Safety CAUTION Signals a risk of accidents that may result in injuries, if the safety note is not observed! Signals important information for proper handling of the machine. A failure to observe this may result in damage to the machine or its environment.
  • Page 11 Safety Risk of burning due to hot surfaces Risk of freezing due to cold surfaces The first line of the safety instructions indicates the personal protective equipment that must be worn. This is also highlighted and labeled as follows: Wear protective clothing Signals an instruction to wear the prescribed protective clothing, in order to prevent skin injuries due to the processing material or gases.
  • Page 12: Safety Notes

    Safety Wear safety shoes Signals an instruction to wear safety shoes, in order to prevent foot injuries due to falling, toppling or rolling objects, as well as slipping on slippery floors. Signals references to directives, work instructions and operation manuals that contain very important information and must be ob- served.
  • Page 13: Working Pressure

    Safety 2.2.1 Working pressure WARNING Parts that are not designed for the maximum permissible working pressure may rupture and cause serious injuries. It is essential to observe the prescribed maximum working pres- sures for all parts. With varying working pressures, the lowest value always applies as the maximum working pressure for the complete machine.
  • Page 14: Risks Due To Electrostatic Charge

    Never spray solvents or materials containing solvents into narrow- mouthed cans or barrels with a bung opening! Only use electrically conductive material hoses. All original ma- terial hoses from WIWA are conductive and designed for our devices. Only use electrically conductive accessories/accessory parts.
  • Page 15: Risks Due To Hot Or Cold Surfaces

    10°C. Wear suitable protective gloves! 2.2.5 Explosion protection The following short designations are used in the instructions of WIWA: Ex protection: Explosion protection Ex area: potentially explosive or non-explosion protected area Non-Ex area: non-explosive or explosion protected area...
  • Page 16 Safety When using the machine in Ex zones, the specialist personnel must have knowledge of ATEX. Explosion-protected machines meet the requirements of the ATEX Directive for the device group, device category and temperature class cited on the type plate or in the declaration of conformity. The owner is responsible for designating the zoning in accordance with ATEX Directive, Appendix II, No.
  • Page 17: Health Risks

    Safety 2.2.6 Health risks CAUTION Depending on the materials being processed, solvent vapors may arise, which could cause damage to health and property. Make sure the workplace is sufficiently ventilated and aired. Always observe the safety data sheets and processing instruc- tions of the material manufacturer.
  • Page 18: Safety Signs

    (see For your safety • Pour votre sécurité Por razones de seguridad • Для вашей безопасности Güvenliğiniz için • Dla Twojego bezpieczeństwa www.wiwa.de För din säkerhet • Para a sua segurança www.wiwa.com Fig. 1), indicate possible hazard points and...
  • Page 19: Safety Features

    Safety 2.4 Safety features WARNING If one of the safety features is missing or is not fully functional, the operating safety of the machine is not guaranteed! Put the machine out of operation immediately if you detect safety feature defects or any other faults on the machine. Only put the machine back into operation once the faults have been fully rectified.
  • Page 20: Safety Valve

    Safety Checklist on the pressurized machine after all cleaning, mainte- nance, and repair work: Function of the safety valve OK? (For function test, section 6.3 on page 47.) When checking additional safety features, observe the operation manuals for the optional accessories. 2.4.1 Safety valve A safety valve is located on the air motor on the machine (for example, see Fig.
  • Page 21: Compressed Air Shut-Off Valve

    Safety 2.4.2 Compressed air shut-off valve The compressed air shut-off valve on the maintenance unit interrupts the air supply to the entire machine. The machine immediately stops and the compressed air is released. The functional principle: To open/opened ⇒ Position in flow direction Fig.
  • Page 22: Ground Cable

    Safety 2.4.3 Ground cable The ground cable serves to prevent elec- trostatic charging of the machine. The ground cable is already connected to the machine at the time of delivery (e. g. to the high pressure filter, the frame, the grounding rail, or the like).
  • Page 23: Personnel Qualifications

    Safety 2.5.2 Personnel qualifications Differentiation is made between two groups of personnel, depending on their qualifications: Instructed operator has received verified instruction from the owner regarding the tasks entrusted to him and the possible risks in the event of incorrect conduct. Trained personnel have received instruction provided by the manu- facturer and are capable of carrying out maintenance and repair work on the machine, independently recognizing possible dangers...
  • Page 24: Warranty And Liability

    Except when otherwise stipulated, our General Terms and Conditions (GTC) apply for deliveries within Germany, our Orgalime SE 01 apply for deliveries to all other countries. You can check and download them at www.wiwa.de. Original Operation Manual ✓, Status: 2021/07/23 1alpg_BA_en_bb-0550010...
  • Page 25: Spare Parts

    WIWA must be used. If spare parts are used that have not been produced or supplied by WIWA, the warranty is void and all liability shall be excluded. 2.6.2 Accessories If you use original WIWA accessories, their suitability for use in our machines is guaranteed.
  • Page 26: Leakage

    Safety This process is not suitable for decommissioning. The machine is not flushed. For controlled decommissioning, observe section 5.7 on page After remedying the emergency situation, the machine must be flushed (see section 5.3 on page 38). Observe the pot life of the materials used.
  • Page 27: Description

    Description 3 Description The WIWA Phoenix series spray devices are intended for both air- less spraying (in the airless design) and air-supported spraying (in the AirCombi design) of coating materials and additives in surface technology. Airless spraying Airless indicates a spray process in which the processing material is applied to the surface under high pressure without an additional air supply.
  • Page 28: Intended Use

    (in the airless version) and air-supported spraying (in the AirCombi version) of coating materials and additives in surface technology. The Phoenix GX series was especially developed for the wood and metalworking sector in industry and trade. The Phoenix GX series is suitable e. g. for processing...
  • Page 29: Erroneous Use

    WIWA (see section 2.6.1 on page 19), accessories are used that are not suitable for the machine (see section 2.6.2 on page 19),...
  • Page 30: Machine Design

    Description 3.3 Machine design Fig. 8: Phoenix GX (here with air motor 140) on cart Designation Further information Muffler Compressed air shut-off section 2.4.2 on page 15 valve Compressed air regulator Filler opening for release section 6.4.2 on page 50 agent Original Operation Manual ✓, Status: 2021/07/23...
  • Page 31: Machine Design Variants

    Description High pressure filter Ground cable section 2.4.3 on page 16 Suction hose with suction tube and suction screen Relief valve Connection for spraying section 4.3.1 on page 32 hose Relief hose Fluid pump Folder for operation manual Air motor (140 or 200) Cart 3.3.1 Machine design variants Fig.
  • Page 32: Optional Expansions And Accessories

    The following list contains just some of the most common accessories and expansions. The detailed accessory catalog can be found at www.wiwa.de. For further information and order numbers, you can also contact a WIWA dealer or WIWA customer service. 3.4.1 Spraying accessory kits The spraying accessory is not part of the scope of delivery by default, since the materials used and the application areas are too diverse.
  • Page 33: Hose Holder Attachment Kit

    Description Observe and adhere to the separate operation manual for the spray gun. 3.4.2 Hose holder attachment kit The optional hose holder enables the space-saving storage of the spraying hose on the device. Fig. 13: Winding the hose Fig. 12: Installing the hose holder Original Operation Manual ✓, Status: 2021/07/23...
  • Page 34: Aircombi Attachment Kit

    Description 3.4.3 AirCombi attachment kit In addition to the compressed air regulator for the air inlet pressure of the pump, AirCombi devices are equipped with an additional compressed air regulator to regu- late the atomizer air pressure. The 2nd compressed air regulator for the AirCombi operation can be retrofitted as an attachment kit.
  • Page 35: Transport, Installation, And Assembly

    Transport, installation, and assembly 4 Transport, installation, and assembly Only carry out the transport, installation, and assembly of the ma- chine if you are equipped with the prescribed protective equipment. Details on this can be found in section 2.5.4 on page 17. The machine left the factory in faultless condition, packaged correctly for transport.
  • Page 36: Installation Site

    Transport, installation, and assembly Attention: danger of tipping! Ensure the load is evenly distributed, in order to prevent the machine from tipping. Do not transport any unsecured objects (e.g. material drum, tools) with the machine. Never stand under suspended loads or in the loading area. There is a risk of death here! Secure the load on the transport vehicle to prevent sliding and falling.
  • Page 37: Assembly

    Transport, installation, and assembly Position the machine horizontally on a floor that is level, firm and free of vibrations. The machine may not be tilted or tipped. Make sure that all controls and safety features are easy to reach. Safety measures at the installation site: Stability and sufficient free space for safe operation of the machine must be ensured.
  • Page 38: Connecting The Spraying Hose And Spray Gun

    It must be greater than or equal to the maximum working pressure stated on the type plate. Only use conductive material hoses. All original material hoses from WIWA are conductive and designed for our machines. Original Operation Manual ✓, Status: 2021/07/23...
  • Page 39: Grounding The Machine

    Transport, installation, and assembly 1. Connect the spraying hose to the material outlet on the high pressure filter (Fig. 15). 2. Connect the other end of the spraying hose to the spray gun. Fig. 15: Connecting the spraying hose to the high pressure filter Observe and adhere to the separate operation manual for the spray gun.
  • Page 40 Transport, installation, and assembly Operation with contaminated or moist compressed air leads to dam- age in the machine’s pneumatic system. Use only dried, oil-free and dust-free compressed air, which corresponds to purity class [7:5:4] according to DIN ISO 8573- 1:2010! 1.
  • Page 41: Operation

    Operation 5 Operation Only put the machine into operation if you are equipped with the prescribed personal protective equipment. Details on this can be found in section 2.5.4 on page 17. The machine must be correctly installed and fully assembled. The air inlet pressure can be found in the information on the type plate (section 8.1 on page 60).
  • Page 42: Spraying

    Operation Are the machine and the object to be coated correctly grounded (see section 4.3.2 on page 33)? Check the release agent level in the pump and top it off if necessary (see section 6.4.1 on page 49). Flush the machine (see section 5.3 on page 38) in order to flush out the factory-made test substance (during initial commissioning) or the remains of the previous processing material.
  • Page 43: Setting The Spraying Pressure

    Operation 8. Install a spray nozzle suitable for the material used and the nozzle protector. Observe the operation manual for the spray gun. It contains a table for selecting the spray nozzle and explanations for the correct installation. 9. Open the compressed air shut-off valve and adjust the spraying pressure on the compressed air regulator of the pump (see ‘Setting the spraying pressure’...
  • Page 44: Tips For Good Coatings

    Operation 5.2.2 Tips for good coatings Hold the spray gun at a right angle (90°) to the surface to be coated. As soon richtig as you hold the spray gun at a different right correct angle, the coating will become uneven and patchy (see Fig.
  • Page 45 Operation when work is interrupted and when decommissioning in order to flush processing material out of the machine during an interruption to the spray operation before it hardens. Observe the pot life of the materials used, in particular when using a multi-component material.
  • Page 46 Operation 3. All pressure gauges must display 0 bar. 4. Close the compressed air shut-off valve. 5. Hold the relief hose in the collecting vessel. 6. Briefly open the relief valve to relieve the pressure. CAUTION If parts of the machine are blocked (e.g. spray nozzle, material filter for the spray gun, material hose, high pressure filter, suction screen, etc.), the pressure can not be completely relieved.
  • Page 47: Material Change

    The machine has been specially configured for your application case. It is necessary to check compatibility of the materials used with other materials in each individual case. WIWA is happy to help determine the suitability of your machine for another material.
  • Page 48: Work Interruption

    Operation WARNING If parts of the machine are blocked (e.g. spray nozzle, material filter for the spray gun, material hose, high pressure filter, suction screen, etc.), the pressure can not be completely relieved. Material can escape under high pressure and injure you. Protect yourself against suddenly escaping material by covering threaded connections with a cloth while loosening them.
  • Page 49: Storage

    Operation 2. Do not empty the machine completely. As soon as clean solvent runs out of the spray gun or the relief hose on the high pressure filter, turn down the working pressure completely (0 bar). 3. Close the compressed air shut-off valve. 4.
  • Page 50: Disposal

    Operation 5.9 Disposal Residues of processing material, flushing agents, oils, greases and other chemical substances must be collected according to the legal regulations for recycling or disposal. The official local waste water protection laws apply. At the end of the machine’s use it must be put out of use, disassembled and disposed of according to the legal regulations.
  • Page 51: Maintenance

    Maintenance and repair work on electrical parts may only be performed by specialist personnel with electrical qualifications,all other maintenance and repair work may only be performed by WIWA customer service or specially trained personnel. WARNING W021-D During maintenance work, ignition sources may arise (e.g.
  • Page 52: Regular Testing

    The test certificate or a copy of this must be available at the machine’s place of use. Have repair work carried out exclusively by WIWA Service or trained specialist personnel (in/from authorized workshops if necessary). When using the machine in Ex zones, the specialist personnel must have knowledge of ATEX.
  • Page 53: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance 6.2 Maintenance schedule The information in the maintenance schedule constitutes recom- mendations only. The time frames may vary depending on the characteristics of the materials used, as well as external influences. Time frame Activity for further reading Prior to each com- Check the release section 6.4.2 on missioning...
  • Page 54 Maintenance Depending on the size of the pump used and the required working pressure, safety valves with a ” or ” connection are used. ② ① ① Fig. 21: ” connection safety valve Fig. 22: ” connection safety valve Description Hexagon nut Knurled nut This is how to check the function of the safety valve:...
  • Page 55: Replacing The Safety Valve

    Maintenance 3. After this check, retighten the knurled nut clockwise. 6.3.2 Replacing the safety valve Before replacing the safety valve, observe the following: the machine must be switched off and relieved of pressure, the data noted on the new valve must correspond to the data specified on the machine card.
  • Page 56: Filling The Release Agent And Checking The Fill Level

    6.4.2 Filling the release agent and checking the fill level Prior to every commissioning, check the release agent level if possible. Top off the release agent if necessary. We recommend using the release agent from WIWA (order no. 0163333). Description To fill the release agent, slide the cover ①...
  • Page 57 Maintenance WARNING If the pressure in the machine is not relieved when the high pressure filter is opened, material can escape under very high pressure and cause serious injuries. Fully relieve pressure in the machine before opening the high pressure filter (see section 5.5 on page 41) Designation Hook wrench Stud bolt...
  • Page 58: Filter Elements For High Pressure Filters

    Insert the filter element suitable for the spraying material and the spraying nozzle into the high pressure filter. The mesh size should always be slightly finer than the bore of the nozzle used: Filter element Nozzle size WIWA WIWA art.no. art.no. type 11 +...
  • Page 59: Checking The Compressed Air And Material Hoses

    The duration of use of a hose line, including any possible storage duration, may not exceed six years. The manufacturing date of a hose line (month/year) is stamped on the ferrule. 6.7 Recommended operating fluids Only use original operating fluids from WIWA: Operating fluid WIWA order number Release agent, yellow, standard (0.5 l)¹...
  • Page 60 Maintenance ¹ Plasticizer for filling the release agent vessels of e. g. the proportion- ing pump, feed pump and flush pump as well as the dosing valves ² On the model with maintenance unit ³ Materials required during maintenance and repair work (see infor- mation in the spare parts lists) The release agent and pneumatic oil are also available in larger con- tainers on request.
  • Page 61: Eliminating Operational Faults

    Replace relief hose or relief ball valve. Contact WIWA ser- vice if necessary. Original Operation Manual ✓, Status: 2021/07/23 1alpg_BA_en_bb-0550010...
  • Page 62 Relief hose or ball valve Clean relief hose or ball clogged. valve, replace if necessary. Air motor defective. Repair air motor using the spare parts list — if necessary contact WIWA customer service. Original Operation Manual ✓, Status: 2021/07/23 1alpg_BA_en_bb-0550010...
  • Page 63 Eliminating operational faults fault possible cause remedy Pump is running, but Suction screen Clean the screen, no spraying material is clogged. replace if necessary being conveyed to the Suction hose blocked. Replace hose. gun. The ball in the bottom Open the spray gun valve does not lift without nozzle.
  • Page 64 Eliminating operational faults fault possible cause remedy Pump running Air pressure is too low Increase the air smoothly, but the re- or too little air. pressure on the quired spraying pres- compressed air sure is not achieved. regulator or check the air line for the correct cross-section.
  • Page 65 Eliminating operational faults fault possible cause remedy Pump does not run Viscosity of the Dilute spraying mate- consistently (recogniz- spraying material is too rial. able by the different high (loss of suction). Use a larger pump. stroke speeds of the Improve fluidity e.g.
  • Page 66: Technical Information

    The QR code is located on the cart and on the back of this operation manual and contains a link which will direct you to machine support for your device type on the WIWA website. You can find further information for your device there, such as e.g.
  • Page 67 Technical Information Ambient temperature -30 °C to +50 °C (-22 °F to +122 °F) Max. operating temperature 80 °C (176 °F Original Operation Manual ✓, Status: 2021/07/23 1alpg_BA_en_bb-0550010...
  • Page 68: Technical Data

    Technical Information 8.4 Technical data Manufacturer WIWA Wilhelm Wagner GmbH & Co. KG 35633 Lahnau, Germany Designation PHOENIX GX SERIES Type ..........
  • Page 69 Technical Information Original Operation Manual ✓, Status: 2021/07/23 1alpg_BA_en_bb-0550010...
  • Page 70 Technical Information Original Operation Manual ✓, Status: 2021/07/23 1alpg_BA_en_bb-0550010...
  • Page 71 Technical Information Original Operation Manual ✓, Status: 2021/07/23 1alpg_BA_en_bb-0550010...
  • Page 72 Gewerbestraße 1–3 35633 Lahnau Germany Phone: +49 (0)6441 609-0 Fax: +49 (0)6441 609-2450 Email: info@wiwa.de Website: www.wiwa.de WIWA subsidiary USA LLC – USA, Kanada, Lateinamerika 107 N. Main St. P.O. Box 398, Alger, OH 45812 Phone: +1-419-757-0141 Fax: +1-419-549-5173 Email: sales@wiwa.com Website: www.wiwausa.com...

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