CIMLINE MA4 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Linear joint seal melter applicator machine

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Linear Joint Seal Melter Applicator Machine
Owner/Operator Manual
MA4
CIMLINE.COM
2601 Niagara Lane · Plymouth, MN 55447 · (763) 557-1982 · (877) 841-0848 · Fax (763) 557-1971
Part # 302-000-000
Rev C 1/20/20

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  • Page 1 Linear Joint Seal Melter Applicator Machine Owner/Operator Manual CIMLINE.COM 2601 Niagara Lane · Plymouth, MN 55447 · (763) 557-1982 · (877) 841-0848 · Fax (763) 557-1971 Part # 302-000-000 Rev C 1/20/20...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    MA4 Heat Transfer Oil Specs ...............22 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING: MA4 Maintenance Schedule ................... 24 MA4 Maintenance - Changing the Heat Transfer Oil ..........25 MA4 Maintenance - Sealant Material Pump ............26 MA4 Maintenance - Sealant Material Plumbing............27 MA4 Maintenance - Hydraulic Oil Servicing ............28-29 MA4 Maintenance - Tank Burner................
  • Page 3: Serial Number, Model Number, Engine Number

    _________________________________ CONTACTING CIMLINE At Cimline, impressing the customer is one of our core values. We want to make sure you are covered for any general or technical questions you may have on your new CIMLINE equipment. Please use the following information to get the support you need if this manual does not provide the answers you are looking for.
  • Page 4: Personal Safety, Signal Words In Manual

    Personal Safety OPERATOR MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND ENTIRE OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE PROCEEDING. THIS PAGE ONLY PROVIDES AN OVERVIEW OF SAFETY INFORMATION The melter operates at elevated temperature which can cause WARNING burns. Operator and anyone working in close proximity to hot materials must always wear protective clothing.
  • Page 5: Trailer Safety

    Trailer Safety GENERAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS: Operating this machine requires workers to perform work behind the trailer, it is critical to perform the work safely. Communication between the tow vehicle driver and worker is critical. Worker and tow vehicle driver must stay in communication, use an audible device or visual signals to communicate. A worker must never ride on the trailer or position him or herself between the tow vehicle and trailer when the tow vehicle is running.
  • Page 6: Replacement Labels

    Replacement Labels Inspect your labels and replace any that are damaged. Contact your dealer to order replacement labels. PN: 161441 PN: 161808...
  • Page 7: Ma4 Weight And Dimensions

    Maximum Safe Operational Sealant Material Tank Capacity is 307 Gallons NOTICE A sealant material depth gauge is included to assist in monitoring the sealant material level in the MA4. Product specification may change without notice. Images contained in this manual may differ from the actual product.
  • Page 8: Ma4 Feature Overview

    MA4 Feature Overview...
  • Page 9 (or with the key fob remote). See page 20 for more information on the tip control keypad 17) Key Fob Remote Transmitter: The MA4 comes with 1 wireless remote to activate the application of sealant material from the application bar. The key fob remote transmitter also can control which of the 5 spray tips are actively applying sealant material.
  • Page 10: Ma4 Control Panels And Their Functions

    MA4 Control Panels and Their Functions MAIN CONTROL PANEL: The Main Control Panel is used to operate the melter control system. Controls located on the outer cover are for operating in AUTO mode only. OFF: Shuts down power to the control panel, the sealant material pump, agitator and burner.
  • Page 11 MA4 APPLICATOR ELECTRONIC CONTROL DISPLAY: The MA4 Applicator Electronic Control Display is used to control the application rate of the sealant material that is being applied. System status, spray bar position, material readiness, rate of flow and pump RPM are all controlled by this computer control panel.
  • Page 12: Ma4 Manual Sub Control Panel And Its Functions

    MA4 Manual Sub Control Panel and Its Functions...
  • Page 13 OEM heat transfer oil limits for maximum temperature. It is advised to only use heat transfer oil from CIMLINE. See Page 22 for heat transfer oil information and specifications. AGITATOR READY LIGHT (Green): This LED light indicates that the heat transfer oil has reached the preset temperature and if the unit is running in the auto mode, the hydraulic circuit for the agitator will be activated.
  • Page 14: Ma4 Start Up Procedure

    MA4 Start Up Procedure LOAD FRESH SEALANT MATERIAL INTO TANK: All sealant material must be clean. Keep all foreign matter out of melting tank to avoid damage to pump and systems. 1) Open the material door (A) and place the block of sealant material (B) on the open door against the holder (C).
  • Page 15 MA4 Start Up Procedure 4. PREPARE PUMP FOR SEALANT MATERIAL CIRCULATION: When the green “MATERIAL PUMP ENGAGED” light illuminates the sealant material pump should be visibly rotating: A) Open the main tank valve (A) at the pump, turn to fully “OPEN”.
  • Page 16 MA4 Start Up Procedure 8. ACTIVATE THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL DISPLAY: Press the “ACTIVATED/DEACTIVATED” button on the computerized applicator control panel. A) Verify the top left button is set to “ACTIVATED” and the light next to the but- ton is illuminated green.
  • Page 17: Ma4 Clean Out/Shut Down Procedure

    BOX TO “COOL DOWN”: The “Cool Down” function on the control box will shut down all functions on the MA4 except the sealant material agitator. The cool down step should be run for a minimum of 30 minutes. Following this process will allow the sealant material to more evenly cool down and increase longevity of the material re- maining in the tank.
  • Page 18: Ma4 Sealant Material Tank Capacity

    20 Gallons 40 Gallons TO ESTIMATE THE AMOUNT OF MATERIAL LEFT IN THE MA4 TANK: A) Remove the depth gauge plate from the cabinet. B) Open the material door and vertically place the depth gauge just barely touching the top of the sealant material (B).
  • Page 19: Ma4 Automatic Temperature Control Setting

    OTHER MELTER NOTES: On a new CIMLINE Melter Applicator or a unit that has been idle for some time, it is recommended that you slowly raise the oil temperature to 250ºF (121°C) and hold there for approximately 20 to 30 minutes. This will help evaporate any water condensation that may be in the oil chamber.
  • Page 20: Ma4 Key Fob Remote Transmitter Pairing

    This signifies that the transmitter is in teach mode. 3. Turn the MA4 engine key “ON”. The LED lights on the key fob remote will stop flashing after a few seconds. Synchronizing is complete. You can confirm that the key fob remote is communicating with the electronic control unit by observing the “Wi-Fi”...
  • Page 21: Ma4 Fluid And Components Specifications

    NOTICE (Always check your local and state regulations before disposal). These are petroleum based products. CIMLINE recommends that you do not mix oil brands. Mixing any oils (Engine oil, transmission fluid, etc.) adversely affects each manufacturers formula. HEAT TRANSFER OIL EXPANSION TANK...
  • Page 22: Ma4 Heat Transfer Oil Specs

    To insure maximum safety and performance, CIMLINE recommends you purchase your oil through CIMLINE directly. CIMLINE heat transfer oil can be ordered in 5 or 30 gallon (19L and 114L) bulk quantities and is also included when ordering a CIMLINE maintenance kit part #409186 (M4 & MA4).
  • Page 23: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    MA4 Maintenance And Troubleshooting MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING: MA4 Maintenance Schedule ................... 24 MA4 Maintenance - Changing the Heat Transfer Oil ..........25 MA4 Maintenance - Sealant Material Pump ............26 MA4 Maintenance - Sealant Material Plumbing............27 MA4 Maintenance - Hydraulic Oil Servicing ............28-29 MA4 Maintenance - Tank Burner................
  • Page 24: Ma4 Maintenance Schedule

    MA4 Maintenance Schedule Every Manual Every Every Every Every 500 Hrs. Maintenance Schedule / Operation Page 25 Hrs. 100 Hrs. 200 Hrs. Number Yearly Check engine fuel level (add if low) Check engine oil and heat transfer oil (add if low)
  • Page 25: Ma4 Maintenance - Changing The Heat Transfer Oil

    The melter operates at elevated temperatures which can cause WARNING burns. Be sure the heat transfer oil is cool before performing maintenance. Using oil that does not meet CIMLINE Heat Transfer Oil NOTICE specification is cause for a voided warranty. CHANGING/REPLACEMENT OF HEAT TRANSFER OIL: 1) Remove the dipstick (A) and the larger hex head cap (B) on the top of the expansion tank (C).
  • Page 26: Ma4 Maintenance - Sealant Material Pump

    The material pump is sealed by a series of compressible fibrous braded graphite packing rings, If tightening does not reduce the leaking, replace these packing rings. Contact your CIMLINE dealer for packing ring kit and follow the instructions below to replace.
  • Page 27: Ma4 Maintenance - Sealant Material Plumbing

    MA4 Maintenance - Sealant Material Plumbing Material Plumbing Its important to check the torque of the nuts on the plumbing flanges, check the torque of the nuts after the initial 8 hours of run time, then every 200 hours after that.
  • Page 28: Ma4 Maintenance - Hydraulic Oil Servicing

    HYDRAULIC OIL: Use high quality Conoco MV32 or equivalent hydraulic oil. CIMLINE recommends that you do not mix oil brands. Mixing any oils (Engine oil, hydraulic oil, etc.) adversely affects each manufacturers formula. The maximum capacity of the hydraulic reserve tank is 33 gallons (125L).
  • Page 29 (B) into the tank while replacing the filter cup (A) into the return filter base. 9) Place a new filter cartridge (C), Cimline part number 170407, into the filter cup (A) and seat properly all the way into the cup.
  • Page 30: Ma4 Maintenance - Tank Burner

    C. Inspect the diesel supply system. All fittings should be leak-tight. D. Verify the nozzle is the one originally specified by CIMLINE and always replace the nozzle with one having the exact specifications from CIMLINE.
  • Page 31 MA4 Maintenance - Tank Burner TANK BURNER TROUBLESHOOTING: Oil burners that are designed for use on road maintenance equipment are built to take temperature extremes, vibration, and rough handling. When performing the following troubleshooting steps, we assume that the oil burner motor and ignition transformer operate continuously and the oil solenoid valve, which controls oil flow, is cycled by the equipment controls.
  • Page 32 MA4 Maintenance - Tank Burner Igniter Maintenance: The igniter assembly does not require any adjustments beyond making sure the springs and the burner electrode rods make solid contact when the igniter is in the closed position. The sealing surfaces of the gaskets should be checked and replaced at the first signs of any damage or deterioration.
  • Page 33 MA4 Maintenance - Tank Burner Primary Controller: The Beckett ADC tank burner motor is used to drive the blower and pump. The rotational speed of the motor is determined by the voltage supplied and the load placed on the motor. Pump pressure and air settings are the main factors affecting the motor load.
  • Page 34 Remove tank burner mount bolts (A) and pull out burner and mount. Inspect lining (B) for excessive cracking. If cracks exceed guidelines, contact your CIMLINE dealer to purchase a replacement PN# 403400 Burner Chamber Lining Kit.
  • Page 35: Ma4 Maintenance - Trouble Shooting Guide

    MA4 Trouble Shooting Guide Problem Cause Solution Fuse burned out Check 20A fuse at sub control panel Burner relay inoperative Check for 12VDC at relay Burner will not ignite Primary control fuse Check control switch fuse Thermocouple(s) inoperative Replace thermocouple(s)
  • Page 36: Ma4 Melter Applicator Service Parts Kits

    MA4 Melter Applicator Service Parts Kits (Optional) MA4 Spare Parts Kit Part #302-178-000 PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 153621 Pump Thermocouple Bent 403527 Tool Box Assembly 156287 Spray Tip, 1/2 NPT 95-50 172675 4FJ Cap 304-C-4 156286 Gasket, Applicator Valve 172XXX 4 MB Plug MORB-STR 111904 Sprocket, No.
  • Page 37: Ma4 Melter Applicator Service Parts Kits

    MA4 Melter Applicator Service Parts Kits (Optional) MA4 Maintenance Kit Part #409186 Part # Description 403400 Burner Chamber Lining Kit 152487 Heat Chamber Insulation 170169 3” Fuel Filter 403910 5gal Heat Transfer Oil (8 Qty) MA4 Engine/Hydraulic Fluids Service Kit Part #406597...
  • Page 38: Parts And Assembly Diagrams

    PARTS AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAMS: MA4 Trailer Wiring Diagram and Parts ..........39 MA4 Internal Wiring Diagrams ..............40-41 MA4 Control Panel Wiring Diagram and Parts ........42-44 MA4 Combustion Chamber Parts ............45 MA4 Tank Burner Internal Wiring Diagram ..........46 MA4 Tank Burner Parts ...............47 MA4 Hydraulic Manifold Parts ..............48...
  • Page 39: Ma4 Trailer Wiring Diagram And Parts

    MA4 Trailer Wiring Diagram and Parts 60” Trailer Harness Cable PN 156025 Trailer Lights Junction box PN 130503 Temp Control Harness PN 130578 Trailer Light/Brake Harness PN 130998 Ground Speed Encoding Wheel Harness PN 130993 TRAILER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS: Material Description...
  • Page 40: Ma4 Internal Wiring Diagrams

    MA4 Main Wiring Harness Diagram Melter Component Harness - PN 130578 Tank Burner Wiring diagram - All Melters MAIN CONTROL PANEL LOFA (Engine Switch) # Color Function White Hose A.C. Voltage Black Hose A.C. Voltage Red/Black Stripe Burner Power Battery (+)
  • Page 41 MA4 Spray Control Wiring Diagram Display Power From Temperature control box 10 Amp Fuse ECU Controller Pump Spray Bar Speed Sensor Valve Pump Application Speed Bar Sensor Encoder Ground Speed Encoder Start/Stop Receiver Receiver Pump Speed Indicator Power Indicator...
  • Page 42: Ma4 Control Panel Wiring Diagram And Parts

    MA4 Control Panel Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 43 MA4 Control Panel Wiring Diagram Number Color Function MA4 Electronic Control Unit Power (+) Green/Yellow Stripe MA4 Electronic Control Unit Power (-) Red/Black Stripe Burner Power Battery (+) White Burner Enable Micro Panel Accessory Input Green/Yellow Stripe Battery (-) Accessory Relay Output...
  • Page 44 MA4 Control Panel Parts Part # Description 130227 Toggle Switch 130122 Toggle Switch 130222 12V 75A Relay 130113 12V 30A Relay Fuse Block Yellow LED Green LED Terminal Strip 153870 Relay Base 130883 Selector Switch 200597 Material Controller 200596 Oil Controller...
  • Page 45: Ma4 Combustion Chamber Parts

    Combustion Chamber Parts COMPLETE ASSEMBLY (ITEMS 1-11) - Part #404518 PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 403400 Chamber Lining Kit 402898 Burner Mount 402893 Heat Chamber Skin 417041 Inspection Cover 152487 Insulation Heat Chamber 100125 Washer-Flat .31 100093 Washer - Split Lock .38 100092 Washer - Split Lock .31 100068...
  • Page 46: Ma4 Tank Burner Internal Wiring Diagram

    Tank Burner Internal Wiring Diagram COLOR DESCRIPTION COLOR DESCRIPTION Brown Alarm To Controller Violet Fuel Valve Input Lead Violet Fuel Valve To Controller White Fuel Valve Ground Lead Black Fuel Valve Ground To Controller White Secondary Igniter Input Lead Wht/Blu Igniter To Controller Wht/Blu Primary Igniter Input Lead Black Igniter Ground To Controller...
  • Page 47: Ma4 Tank Burner Parts

    152128 Gasket, Burner Flange 152204 Nozzle Tip M2 2.00gph x 90B 152173 Ignition Transformer Assembly 152668 Nozzle / Electrode Set Gauge 15 152445 Nozzle Tip M4 & MA4 2.25gph x 90B 200352 Primary Control Assembly 152106 Electrode Rod Assembly 120443 Air Tube...
  • Page 48: Ma4 Hydraulic Manifold Parts

    MA4 Hydraulic Manifold Parts Part # Description 172371 Hydraulic Manifold 171597 Gauge 172580 Relief Valve (Set at 1200 PSI) 172226 Spool and Coil Kit for Material Pump 172224 Spool for Material Pump 172225 Coil for Material Pump (2 Required) 172589...
  • Page 49: Ma4 Hydraulic Schematic

    MA4 Hydraulic Schematic...
  • Page 50: Ma4 Diesel Engine Components

    MA4 Diesel Engine Components See the included engine manual for additional engine component diagrams and information. PART # DESCRIPTION 425244 Plate, Engine Mount LH 155143 Flexible Exhaust 156057 Hydraulic Pump(s) 430104 Plate Radiator Bracket 111372 Fan Belt 111457 Fuel Filter...
  • Page 51 MA4 Diesel Engine Components See the included engine manual for additional engine component diagrams and information. PART # DESCRIPTION 111838 Engine 422167 Plate, Engine Mount RH 100126 Washer - Flat .38 409037 Exhaust Weld 200543 Battery Box 152047 Rubber Isolator...
  • Page 52: Ma4 Sealant Material Plumbing Parts

    MA4 Sealant Material Plumbing Parts...
  • Page 53 MA4 Sealant Material Plumbing Parts PART # DESCRIPTION 172664 Cylinder Application Tip 156285 Poppet Spray Valve 101245 Spring Pin 156284 Sleeve 156286 Applicator Valve Gasket 101244 Flat Washer 101243 Jam Nut 156287 Spray Tip 95-50 200658 Material Pump With Sprocket...
  • Page 54: Ma4 Hydraulic Reservoir And Diesel Tank Parts

    MA4 Hydraulic Reservoir and Diesel Tank Parts PART # DESCRIPTION 172618 Hydraulic Tank 172619 Diesel Tank 172127 Return Filter Assembly (Non-Compressor) 170407 Element - Return Filter (Non-Compressor) 152044 Filler Cap Assembly 171631 Sight Gauge 172186 Suction Strainer 155396 Fuel Gauge / Cap...
  • Page 55: Ma4 Rear Cabinet Parts

    MA4 Rear Cabinet Parts PART # DESCRIPTION 302-188-004 Door Weld 130984 Pump Speed Encoder 130987 Application Bar Sensor 302-143-004 Plate - Baffle 111904 Sprocket 10MM 302-126-004 Plate - Lower Guard 302-127-004 Plate - Lower Guard 302-100-004 Plate - Pump Guard...
  • Page 56: Ma4 Miscellaneous Components And Parts

    MA4 Miscellaneous Components and Parts...
  • Page 57 MA4 Miscellaneous Components and Parts PART # DESCRIPTION 130402 Clearance Light Red 404842 Spigot Handle 302-158-004 Pour Pot Holder Weld 150214 Red Reflector 130405 Grommet For Tail light 130403 Tail Light LED Oval 130374 Clearance Light Red 120498 Gate Valve...
  • Page 58: Ma4 Agitation System Parts

    MA4 Agitation System Parts PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 404327 Motor Mount 100126 Washer - Flat .38 170602 Motor - 45 CU IN 100093 Washer - Split-lock .38 111087 Sprocket 110294 Key .38 X 2.00 LG 111088...
  • Page 59 Melter Applicator Optional Accessories Available Cimline Sales: Toll Free: (877) 841-0848 • Telephone: 763-694-2665 Corporate Headquarters: 2601 Niagara Lane N, Plymouth, Minnesota 55447 www.cimline.com...
  • Page 60 Warranty period begins at the date unit is first placed in service, or shipped from factory. Upon sale or rental of the equipment by the distributor or Cimline the provided warranty card should be mailed within 14 days starting date the unit is placed in service.

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