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Belanger, Inc.®, does not endorse or condone the use of chemicals that are potentially dangerous to human health, the environment or property. Belanger® recognizes that it is the right and sole decision of the end user operators of our equipment as to the type and dilution ratio of the chemicals used in their facilities. We strongly recommend that the end user does not select products containing any of the chemicals listed above as an ingredient in the wash solutions.
If you do not understand the procedure, call a Belanger, Inc.® representative at 248-349-7010. It is imperative to your safety and the safety of others to understand the procedures before beginning work. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Doing so will prevent unexpected energization, startup, or release of hazardous energy while maintenance and servicing activities are being performed. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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THAT MAY BE A TRIP HAZARD. It is imperative to your safety and the safety of others to always follow safe work procedures. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
The Sudzameleon® Arch has a pair of CTA Foam Bullets® that mount to the leg assemblies. The Multi- Axis™ Mounts enable the Foam Bullets® to be effectively directed at the wheels and the lower panel surfaces on the vehicle. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Lock Washer SS 3/8” 1WASHR-FL498 Flat Washer SS 3/8” 110469 Air Panel Assembly 115037 Sudzer® Coarse Media Pak Kit 115041 Sudzer® 3D Media Pak Kit Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Notify your local distributor or Belanger, Inc.® immediately if shipment is determined damaged or incomplete. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
5/16 Stainless Steel Lock Washer (2 Per Cover) 1FSTNR-HK275 5/16-18 x 5/8 Black Hand Knob (2 Per Cover) 1GRMIT796 1-3/4”ID x 2-1/8”OD Black Rubber Grommit (4 Per Cover) Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
CAUTION A compressed Air System should be set correctly to support 90 PSI necessary to operate equipment, but should never be set to deliver more than 120 PSI air pressure to the Belanger® specified equipment. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681...
Scale 146-1/16” Unit Width 86” 123-1/4” Unit Height 90-7/8” Vehicle Clearance 119-3/8” Vehicle Clearance 141-1/2” Outside of Base Plate to Outside of Baseplate Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
7) Retrieve Accessory Box 111096, this box contains the fasteners needed to assemble and install the Sudzameleon® Arch. 8) Locate and unwrap the driver and passenger side Leg Assemblies. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Mounting Plate Utility Lines 2. LED cables from the Leg & Foam Bullet® 3. Extend & Retract Airlines from the Cylinder Leg Assembly Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Place the Cylinder Retraction Bumper on the shaft and reinstall the Cylinder Bearing and Jam Nut. Cylinder Retraction Cylinder Bumper Bearing Jam Nut Cylinder Shaft BEFORE AFTER Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Union Fitting at the top of the Plate, as shown above. The remaining openings on the Union Fittings will be used to connect the driver side Leg Assembly Utility Lines. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Airlines to the bottom two Union Fittings for the Cylinders The remaining openings on the Union Fitting will be used to connect the driver side Cylinder airlines. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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9) Repeat Steps 1-8 to connect the utility lines for the driver side Leg Assembly. 10) Reinstall the Utility Plate and secure it to the Air Plenum with the knobbed fasteners. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
3) Use the supplied fasteners to secure the Wall Washers to the brackets on the Air Plenum, as shown below. Wall Washer Fasteners Air Plenum Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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6) Insert the quick connector end of the Power Cables into the bottom two Cord Grips on the Air Plenum Utility Plate. Utility Plate Driver Side Wall Washer Power Cable Passenger Side Wall Washer Power Cable Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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11) Wrap the connections with electrical tape to protect them from the car wash elements. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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13) Make sure the Power Supply Cable is free of debris, coil the cable up and store it in the Air Plenum until the Sudzameleon® Arch is installed in the tunnel. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
The Vehicle Clearance Height for the Sudzameleon® is 90-7/8” and this height will be Note: verified when the Sudzameleon® is placed in the tunnel. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Take this measurement at the entrance and exit end of the foot plate to confirm that the leg is square to the conveyor. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Height Clearance Floor Line Conveyor View of the arch facing the ENTRANCE side of the Sudzameleon® and the EXIT side of the tunnel Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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9) Next, position the passenger side foot plate, measure 141-½” from the OUTSIDE edge of the driver side foot plate toward the passenger side of the tunnel and mark a line for this dimension on the floor. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Air Plenum, as shown in the image above. This measurement should be 90-7/8”, shims or plates may be used if necessary to achieve the appropriate height. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Do not hammer the lag bolts all the way down at this time, leave room to raise the foot plate later if necessary. Passenger Side Driver Side ½” Lag Bolts Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Sudzameleon® Tri Nozzle with 3D Mesh Media Disk installed Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Air Plenum and the openings for the Bayonet Spray Nozzles should be facing the exit of the tunnel. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
3.0 gpm. Nozzle 3) Then secure a nozzle onto each of the Bayonet Nozzle Kits, refer to the image below. Nozzle Bayonet Kit Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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When the Bayonet Spray Nozzle is installed properly the spray nozzle will be pointing directly down through the middle of the Sudzameleon® Tri Nozzle. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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7) The Bayonet Nozzles with the tee and elbow fittings are to be installed into the four center Tri Nozzles, as shown in the image above. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Check Cap Helpful Hint The Check Bodies in the Leg Manifolds should be oriented with the Check Cap pointing down toward the ground. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Refer to the Available Nozzle Choices in the Introduction section to confirm the nozzle types needed for the application that you purchased. You may need more than one type of nozzle. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Threaded Hand Knob, Lock Washer and Flat Washer (4 Each per Arch) 2 Each per Leg Assembly Grommet (8 per Arch) 4 per Each Leg Assembly Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
3) Secure the Mount Kit to the Leg Assemblies with the 5/16”-18x3/4” fasteners and washers provided in the kits, refer to the image below. Mount Plate Pivot Mount Clevis HHCS SS 5/16-18x3/4” Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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6) Insert the mounting tab on the Foam Bullets® into the clevis and secure the Foam Bullets® to the Mounts using the provided 3/8”-16 x 1-1/2” fastener, washers and nut. Driver Side Passenger Side CTA Foam Bullets® Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
2) Route the Power Supply Cable to the backroom and connect it to the proper output on the Controller. 3) Using the controller, turn on the Wall Washers to make sure they are working properly. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
5) Wrap the connection with electrical tape to protect it from the car wash elements. 6) Tuck the electrical connection into the Foam Bullet® and reassemble the Foam Bullet®. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Leg Manifold to prevent it from dragging on the tunnel floor. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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6) Route the four (4) Power Supply Cables for the Leg Assembly LEDs and the Foam Bullet® LEDs to the backroom and connect them to the SpinLite® Controller. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Bayonet Nozzles. Main Feed from MixStir® (1/2” Field Supplied) 1/2" x 3/8” Adapter Union Fitting Utility Plate Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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1/2” x 3/8” polyflow adapter Note: The Main Feedline from the MixStir fitting located in the center of the Air Plenum Utility Plate. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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When reinstalling a Bayonet Nozzle rotate it to the right then insert it into the Tri Nozzle and rotate it clockwise to lock it in place. Verify the spray nozzle is pointing downward. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Panel for Bayonet Nozzles Panel for Leg Manifolds Chemical Solution Compressed Air Top Fittings to feed Chemical Solution Leg Manifolds Main Feed Line Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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CTA Foam Bullets®. The MixStir® for the Foam Bullets® is not included with the Sudzameleon® Arch it must be purchased separately. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Cylinder retract port on the Air Plenum Utility Plate. See the images above. Note: Each port on the Cylinder has flow controls to adjust the cylinder actuation speed. See the image above. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
6) After all of the settings have been adjusted run a few test washes on various vehicles to confirm that the desired bubble consistency and volume has been obtained. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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7) Verify that there are no air or water leaks at any of the hose connections or nozzles. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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Loosen the two fasteners connecting the Pivot Mount to the Mount Plate then rotate the Foam Bullet® Mount Plate Foam Bullet® Pivot Mount Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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8) After all of the settings have been adjusted and the Foam Bullets® have been positioned run a few test washes on various vehicles to confirm that the desired bubble consistency, volume and application has been obtained. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Injection System (AFIS) to supply the Foam Bullets® refer to that manual (1MANUL006) for troubleshooting any issues and to diagnose any repair or maintenance issues. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Utility Panel Bullet® LEDs: Not Turning On/Off Short in LED light assembly Replace LED light assembly Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
If you have any questions or concerns regarding how to clean powder coat equipment please call Belanger® Technical Support / Aftermarket Group for additional assistance. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Continue rubbing down and applying light coats, until the edges of the damaged paint have disappeared. Applied properly, at this stage all physical signs of repair can be lost. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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It is always a good practice to mechanically abrade a key by using rubbing down paper, or at least use a non-scratch scrub sponge. A small discrete area should be tested first. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Passenger Side Air Plenum with 111093 Inline Fan Assembly Air Plenum with Vent Assembly Driver Side Air Plenum Logo: 111104 1FSTNR-PH270 (2) 111104 Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
110651: 3D Media Pack 110608: Coarse Media Pack 1NOZZL-PL150 (6) Part #’s: 6 Packs of Media 3D Media Pack 115041 Coarse Media Pack 115037 Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Passenger Side: 111092 Leg Manifold Mounting See the Exploded View on the following pages Leg Manifold Mounting See the Exploded View on the following page Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
If replacement of rail 10014 BENT is necessary the factory will need to bend the parts before shipping. Be sure to specify when placing the order. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Attach Leg Assembly to Air Plenum Air Plenum Ref. 1WASHR-FL498 (4) per Leg 1WASHR-LC291 (4) per Leg 1FSTNR-HH261 (4) per Leg Leg Assembly Ref. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Helpful Hint Information on the available Nozzle options for the Sudzameleon® is given in the Introduction Section on page 11 of this Manual. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
NOTE: A Sudzameleon® Arch has 24V RGB lights in each of the Leg Assemblies; the Leg Assembly Len Covers are only available in the natural color. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Fitting will be used to connect the Length: 12 FT driver side Cylinder airlines. 1AIRLN165 (2) 1/4” Clear Airline for Retracting Cylinder Length: 12 FT Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Do not shorten these lines until after the Foam Bullets® have been installed and their desired position has been determined. Belanger, Inc.® *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
Leg Manifold to prevent it from dragging on the tunnel floor. Belanger®, Inc. *PO BOX 5470 *Northville, MI 48167-5470 * Ph (248) 349-7010 * Fax (248) 380-9681 1MANUL956...
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