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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Customer Product Manual Part 1129048_01 Issued 12/20 This document contains important safety information. Be sure to read and follow all safety information in this document and any other related documentation. NORDSON CORPORATION DULUTH, GEORGIA USA www.nordson.com...
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This is a Nordson Corporation publication which is protected by copyright. Original copyright date 2020. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without the prior written consent of Nordson Corporation. The information contained in this publication is subject to change without notice. Trademarks 4800 INTEGRA, Allegro, Apogee, Artiste, Asymtek, Automove, Avex, BaitGun, BKG, Blue Box, BM-32, BM-58, BM-63, Bowtie, Build‐A‐Part, Canvas, CF, Century, CleanSleeve, CleanSpray, Color‐on‐Demand, ColorMax, Conexis, Connections to Life, Contour,...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System FoamMix Flex Foaming System Safety Read this section before using the equipment. This section contains recommendations and practices applicable to the safe installation, operation, and maintenance (hereafter referred to as “use”) of the product described in this document (hereafter referred to as “equipment”).
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Responsibilities of the Equipment Owner Equipment owners are responsible for managing safety information, ensuring that all instructions and regulatory requirements for use of the equipment are met, and for qualifying all potential users. Safety Information Research and evaluate safety information from all applicable sources, including the owner‐specific safety policy, best industry practices,...
Do not modify the equipment. Do not use incompatible materials or unapproved auxiliary devices. Contact your Nordson representative if you have any questions on material compatibility or the use of non‐standard auxiliary devices. Part 1129048_01 E 2020 Nordson Corporation...
Familiarize yourself with the location and meaning of the safety warning labels and tags affixed to the equipment. Refer to Safety Labels and Tags at the end of this section. If you are unsure of how to use the equipment, contact your Nordson representative for assistance. Installation Practices Install the equipment in accordance with the instructions provided in this document and in the documentation provided with auxiliary devices.
Read and comply with the manufacturer's instructions and the SDS supplied with equipment cleaning compounds. NOTE: SDSs for cleaning compounds that are sold by Nordson are available at www.nordson.com or by calling your Nordson representative. Confirm the correct operation of all safety devices before placing the equipment back into operation.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Equipment Safety Information This equipment safety information is applicable to the following types of Nordson equipment: hot melt and cold adhesive application equipment and all related accessories pattern controllers, timers, detection and verification systems, and all...
General Safety Warnings and Cautions Table 1 contains the general safety warnings and cautions that apply to Nordson hot melt and cold adhesive equipment. Review the table and carefully read all of the warnings or cautions that apply to the type of equipment described in this manual.
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WARNING! Hazardous vapors! Before processing any polyurethane reactive (PUR) hot melt or solvent‐based material through a compatible Nordson melter, read and comply with the material's SDS. Ensure that the material's processing temperature and flashpoints will not be exceeded and that all requirements for safe handling, ventilation, first aid, and personal protective equipment are met.
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WARNING! Risk of fire or explosion! Nordson adhesive equipment is not rated for use in explosive environments and has not been certified for the ATEX directive or as nonincendive. In addition, this equipment should not be used with solvent‐based adhesives that can create an...
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CAUTION! Nordson hot melt equipment is factory tested with Nordson Type R fluid that contains polyester adipate plasticizer. Certain hot melt materials can react with Type R fluid and form a solid gum that can clog the equipment.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Other Safety Precautions Do not use an open flame to heat hot melt system components. Check high pressure hoses daily for signs of excessive wear, damage, or leaks. Never point a dispensing hand-held applicator at yourself or others.
This manual provides information about the installation, connection and setup of the FoamMix Flex System. The following Nordson equipment is required to form the advanced foaming system: Bulk Unloaders 55-gallon drum or 5-gallon pail melters.
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FoamMix Flex 4. FoamMix Flex/VDK controller foaming station 6. FoamMix Flex foaming station with chiller (recommended for some materials) * If using two Bulk Unloaders use a change‐over manifold to connect to the FoamMix Flex. Part 1129048_01 E 2020 Nordson Corporation...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System System Equipment A brief description of the Nordson equipment that make up the FoamMix Flex foaming system is given in this section. Refer to the specific product manual for detailed information about installing and operating the equipment listed in this section.
User Interface The touch screen panel on the VDK controller is connected to a programmable logic controller (PLC), which allows you to monitor and reconfigure the FoamMix Flex foaming system settings, see Figure 3. Part 1129048_01 E 2020 Nordson Corporation...
Bulk Melters Up to two Nordson bulk melters may be used in this system to feed suitable materials. Any other use is considered to be unintended. Make sure to observe the Nordson Safety instructions. Nordson will not be liable for personal injury or property damage resulting from unintended use.
Nitrogen Pressure Regulator (Optional Equipment) A Nordson supplied nitrogen pressure regulator (P/Ns: 1082050 [high] and 1082051 [low]) is provided with the foaming system. The Nordson‐supplied regulator must be used to ensure correct operation of the FoamMix Flex foaming system. Customer Supplied Equipment...
Pro‐Meter VDK dispensing module Pro‐Meter VDK controller FoamMix Flex foaming station Connect the FoamMix Flex Foaming System This section describes how to connect the equipment. For cable part numbers, refer to Parts Lists given at the end of this manual.
DO NOT adjust this knob or foam quality will be adversely affected. NOTE: If the Nordson pressure regulator is used with your system it may be either a 6000 psi high-pressure regulator (P/N 1082050) or a 3000 psi low-pressure regulator (P/N 1082051).
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Connecting the ProMeter VDK Controller WARNING! Risk of equipment damage, personal injury, or death. Disconnect and lock out electrical power. 1. Disconnect and lock out electrical power at the plant circuit breaker. WARNING! Operate only at the operating voltage shown on the ID plate.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System ProMeter VDK Controller Connectors Figure 6 ProMeter VDK controller connectors Cable Connector Type Cable Connector Type Trigger/Volume Interface 1 Sealant Flow Meter 2 Digital/Analog Interface 1 Gas Control Valve Pressure Transducer 1 Melter 1 Motor Enable...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Connecting the FoamMix Flex Foaming Station to the ProMeter VDK Controller Figure 7 FoamMix Flex foaming station to VDK controller connections Cable Connector Details Purpose Cable is connected internally from the VDK dispensing module to Motor power the VDK controller servo drive.
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See Figure 8. Cable Connector Details Cable is connected internally from the FoamMix Flex mixer servo motor to the VDK controller servo drive. Cable is connected from the Inlet Sealant Pressure connection on the FoamMix Flex foaming station to the VDK controller.
FoamMix Flex unit electrical compartment can result in personal injury, including death. The FoamMix Flex foaming station requires an output signal from the bulk melter in order to operate. Standard bulk melter outputs 1, 2, or 3 can be used to provide this signal.
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1 and 2 for 120V units or terminal 1 and terminals 4, 5, or 6. 10. Thread the strain relief onto the side of the FoamMix Flex foaming station and tighten it securely.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Figure 9 120V unit signal cable connection Figure 10 240V unit signal cable connection Part 1129048_01 E 2020 Nordson Corporation...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System About the Main Screen The VDK controller touch screen panel is shipped from the factory with most software settings pre-configured and ready to use. However, there are some settings that you may need to configure and fine tune to best fit your manufacturing process.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Status Area The Status area is always visible at the top of the screen. It displays general system status and the individual status of main components. Touching the Status text area lets you navigate to the Alarms section of the application.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Status Displays The text and color of the status display in the Main Status area changes depending on the system functionalities being used and the system status. Refer to the following table for a description of the different states.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Quick Navigation Area See Figure 11 on page 28. Depending on the actual display, the Quick Navigation area can display any of the following navigation buttons. Quick Navigation Function Button Opens the One Shot AUTO/MANUAL AUTO/ screen for all system components.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Navigation Area The Navigation area lets you access screens for the major component groups, including unloaders, mixer, VDK pump, and FoamMix status. NOTE: If you are already inside a screen group, this area is used to navigate between the screen in the respective group.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Settings and Information Display Area For the Main screen, the Settings and Information Display area displays an overview of the system and values for main process variables. For all other screens, it displays settings and process variables.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Main Screen Buttons See Figure 11 on page 28. The Main Screen buttons change color depending on the equipment state. Bulk Melter 1 and 2 The button colors shown in the following table describe the different states of the bulk melter.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System ProMeter VDK Dispensing Module The button colors shown in the following table describe the different states of the VDK dispensing module. Button Color State Black Inactive/System off Green Ready or running Active fault has occurred: Pressure...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System FoamMix Flex Foaming Station ‐ Mixer The button colors shown in the following table describe the different states of the advanced foaming station. Button Color State Black Inactive/System off Green Running A warning, specifically a pressure related issue with...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Nitrogen Tank The button colors shown in the following table describe the different states of the nitrogen tank. Button Color State Black Inactive Green Ready Yellow Warning Active fault has occurred Part 1129048_01 E 2020 Nordson Corporation...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Programming the System System programming is done using the menu screens in the integrated touch screen panel of the VDK controller. Start the System 1. See Figure 15. Place the MAIN DISCONNECT switch in the ON position.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Menu Screens Once the FoamMix Flex foaming system equipment is powered on, the Main screen displays on the touch screen panel. See Figure 11 on page 28 for more information. This section describes the functionality of the menu screen components.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System AUTO/MAN Screen With the proper rights, equipment functionalities can be set to run Automatic or Manual mode from this screen by touching the All Automatic or All Manual buttons. The actual status of each component is displayed next to it using the (Manual) and (Automatic) symbols.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System System Log In/Log Out To access the menu screen functionalities, enter one of the user accounts and related passwords on the Log In/Log Out screen. User: s...s MIXER DATA OUT OF RANGE Current User: s...s Advanced...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Log In User Accounts The system has two levels of pre‐set user accounts with specific passwords: User account U (User) This user account allows limited privileges. With this account the user can view the system status and the VDK dispensing module, advanced...
Configuration Screen Group The Configuration screen group contains options that let you view or change the configuration of the FoamMix Flex foaming system. Touch the Config button on the Main screen, and then touch the System Config button to access these options.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Item Component Function Pressure Units View or change the pressure units (bar, psi, Kpa, Mpa). Output Mode View or change the output mode (Flow, Volume). Foam Density View or change the desired foam density. View or change the VDK Pump running VDK Pump Mode mode (Automatic –...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System PanelView Setup Screen Touch the Config button on the Main screen, and then touch the PanelView Setup button to access options that let you view or change the panel view. PanelView Setup MIXER MOTOR RUNNING Screen Backlight...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Flowmeters Configuration Screen Touch the Config button on the Main screen, and then touch the Flowmeter Config button to access options that let you view or change the configuration of the various flowmeters. Flowmeter Flowmeter Config.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Gas Flowmeter Configuration Screen Touch the Configure Gas Flowmeter arrow button on the Flowmeters Configuration screen to access options that let you view or change the configuration of the gas flowmeter. MIXER MOTOR RUNNING Zero Status must read “System...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Sealant Flowmeter Configuration Screen Touch the Sealant Flowmeter Config button on the Gas Flowmeter Configuration screen to access options that let you view or change the sealant flowmeter configuration. Sealant Flowmeter Config. MIXER MOTOR RUNNING Status Zero Status must read “System...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Pressure Sensors Configuration Screen Group The Pressure Sensors Configuration screen group contains options that let you view or change the configuration of the pressure sensors. Touch the Config button on the Main screen, and then touch the Pressure Sensors Config button to access these options.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Sealant Input Transducer Configuration Screen (contd) Item Component Function PID CTRL Minimum/ View or change the differential pressure Maximum Delta for the PID controller. NOTE: If the Unloader speed is PID controlled to maintain a sealant pressure...
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Gas Input Transducer Configuration Screen Touch the Gas Input Transducer button on the Pressure Sensors Configuration screen to view or change the gas input transducer configuration. Input Transducer MIXER MOTOR RUNNING Status Minimum Delta: ###.# Gas Transducer Sealant ####.#...
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Mixer Transducer Configuration Screen Touch the Mixer Transducer button on the Pressure Sensors Configuration screen to view or change the Mixer transducer configuration. Mixer Transducer MIXER MOTOR RUNNING Status Mixer Transducer ####.# Range End: Mixer Actual Pressure: NNN.N...
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System VDK Pressure Transducer Configuration Screen Touch the VDK Transducer button on the Pressure Sensors Configuration screen to view or change the VDK transducer configuration. Transducer MIXER MOTOR RUNNING Status ####.# VDK Minimum Pressure: Sealant ####.# VDK Maximum Pressure:...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Unloader Screen Group Touch the Unloader (AltaPail, Versa Drum or Rhino) button in the navigation area on the Main screen to access the Unloader options. NOTE: Depending on the unloader type selected, the screen structure is different for AltaPail/Versa Drum or Rhino.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Item Component Function Status View or change the status of the unloader. Operating Mode View or change the operating mode of the unloader: Manual Auto‐PID Control Type View or change the unloader control type: ON – Active on pressure control.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System AltaPail/Versa Drum Auto PID Configuration Screen Touch the Auto PID Config button on the AltaPail/Versa Drum Main screen to view or change the auto PID configuration. Auto Config. MIXER MOTOR RUNNING NNN.N Status Actual Pressure: ####.# Pressure Setpoint: s...s...
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Rhino Main Screen Touch the Rhino button on the main screen to view or change the Rhino settings. Rhino Rhino MIXER MOTOR RUNNING Rhino 1 Status Status: Operating mode: MANUAL Rhino Rhino LOW LEVEL Control Type:...
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Item Component Function Status View or change the status of the unloader. Enabled Disabled Operating Mode View or change the operating mode of the unloader: Manual Auto-PID Control Type View the control type of the unloader: ON –...
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Rhino Checkout Screen Touch the Rhino Checkout Page button on the Rhino main screen to view or change the current Rhino settings. Rhino Checkout Page MIXER MOTOR RUNNING Status Melter Interface Used: Rhino 1 Rhino Rhino Unit Press.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Mixer Screen Group Touch the Mixer button in the navigation area on the Main screen to access the FoamMix mixer options. FoamMix Main Status Screen Touch the FoamMix Main Status button on the Mixer main screen to view the status of the FoamMix mixer.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Item Component Function Sealant Flow View the sealant flow, if the sealant flowmeter is present. Gas Flow View the gas flow. Press. Min. Delta View the minimum delta between sealant and gas pressure. Pressure Delta View the pressure delta and status:...
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Mixer Motor Configuration Screen Touch the Mixer Motor Config button on the Mixer main screen to view or change the mixer motor configuration. Mixer Motor Config. MIXER MOTOR RUNNING Configuration: Sec. OFF Delay: #### Enable / Status: Drv.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Item Component Function Configuration View or change the following configurations: OFF Delay - View or change the Off delay of the mixer motor after the VDK pump stops. Enable/Status - View or change the current status, as follows:...
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Foam Configuration Screen Touch the Foam Config button on the Mixer main screen to view or change the FoamMix configuration. Foam Config. MIXER MOTOR RUNNING I/P Output: NNN.N Mixer FoamMix Operating Mode: MANUAL Main Motor Status Config.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System VDK Pump Main Screen Touch the VDK pump button in the navigation area on the Main screen to access the VDK options. VDK Main Screen Touch the VDK Main button on the VDK main screen to view or change the VDK pump options.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System VDK Drive Setup Screen Touch the Drive Setup button on the VDK Pump main screen to view or change the VDK drive setup options. Drive Setup MIXER MOTOR RUNNING SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS Status Flow Rate: Total: Pump Drive Config.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System VDK Pump Configuration Screen Touch the Pump Config button on the VDK Pump main screen to view or change the VDK pump configuration options. Pump Config. MIXER MOTOR RUNNING SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS Status ####.# Pump Size (cc/rev): ###.##...
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System VDK Drive Analog Output Configuration Screen Touch the Drive Analog Output Config button on the VDK Pump main screen to view or change the VDK drive analog configuration. Drive Analog Output Config. MIXER MOTOR RUNNING SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS...
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System VDK Drive Analog Reference Configuration Screen Touch the Drive Analog Reference Config button on the VDK Pump main screen to view or change the VDK drive analog reference configuration. Drive Analog Reference Config. MIXER MOTOR RUNNING...
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System VDK Drive Speed Feedback Configuration Screen Touch the Drive Speed Feedback Config button on the VDK Pump main screen to view or change the procedure to adjust drive speed feedback. Drive Speed Feedback Config. MIXER MOTOR RUNNING...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System FoamMix System Status Main Screen Touch the FoamMix Status button in the navigation area on the Main screen to access the FoamMix status options. FoamMix VDK Status Screen Touch the FoamMix VDK Main button on the FoamMix VDK main screen to view the status of the FoamMix system.
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Accumulator Status Screen Touch the Acc Status button on the FoamMix VDK main screen to view the accumulator status. Acc. Status MIXER MOTOR RUNNING Current Gas Flow: VDK Flow: NNNN.N NNNN.N cc/min FoamMix Acc. Ratio: Applied Ratio:...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Operation WARNING! Allow only personnel with appropriate training and experience to operate or service the equipment. The use of untrained or inexperienced personnel to operate or service the equipment can result in injury, including death, to themselves and others, and damage to the equipment.
To create silicone foam, the pressure of the gas introduced into the FoamMix Flex foaming system must be a minimum of 150 psi greater than the inlet pressure. Inlet pressure is indicated on the display of the controller PLC.
1. With the nitrogen gas supply turned off, dispense a fixed volume of solid-formed Silicone until the dispensed adhesive is free of bubbles. Note the FoamMix Flex foaming system inlet pressure. 2. Weigh the dispensed adhesive. 3. Turn on the nitrogen gas supply and adjust to a minimum of 150 psi greater than the advanced foaming system inlet pressure gauge.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Maintenance For equipment maintenance details refer to the following product manuals: Bulk Melter/Unloader Pro‐Meter VDK dispensing module FoamMix Flex foaming station Recommended Maintenance Schedule This is a recommended schedule for maintaining the Pro‐Meter VDK controller: Activity...
4. Remove the two M6 socket head cap screws (5) that secure the check valve block (6) to the FoamMix Flex manifold using a 5 mm Allen wrench. 5. Remove the gas check valve assembly (7) using a 3/8 inch Allen wrench and turning it counter-clockwise.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System 6. Clean any debris and adhesive from the gas port in the manifold (8) after the gas check valve has been removed from the manifold. 7. Clean or replace the gas check valve. For more information, refer to the section that follows.
Nordson representative for technical assistance. FoamMix Flex Foaming Station The following table provides FoamMix Flex foaming station specific troubleshooting guidance. Refer to the melter manual for general melter troubleshooting information.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Alarm Screen Messages The tables depict the messages that appear on the touch screen panel in the event of a system problem. These tables provide typical corrective actions for each message type. VDK Dispensing Module or Controller...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System FoamMix Flex Foaming Station System Alarm Alarm Message Alarm Category Corrective Action Gas Pressure Delta Warning Check the nitrogen Warning gas tank pressure Check the adhesive input pressure. Gas Pressure Low Fault Fault Check the nitrogen gas tank pressure as the tank could be empty.
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Bulk Melters/Unloaders System Alarm Alarm Message Alarm Corrective Action Category Fault Check that the Bulk Melter/Unloader is powered on and operational. Also, refer to the Bulk Melter/Unloader manual for additional information. Bulk Melter/Unloader #1 Warning Pail Low...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Parts Lists To order parts, call the Nordson Customer Service Center or your local Nordson representative. Cable Assemblies For information on making cable connections, refer to Connect the FoamMix Flex Foaming System. Part Description Quantity 1510490...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System Mixer Assembly See Figure 44 on page 90. Item Part Description Quantity 1514884 LID,FOAMMIX FLEX 7116902 PRESSURE SENSOR 100BAR 0-10V 1/2UNF ROHS 1515066 PIN W/HOLE,CLEVIS,.31” DIA X .50” LG 1515067 PIN,HAIR,COTTER,.08” DIA X 1.50” LG 1514885...
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FoamMix Flex Foaming System Mixer Assembly (contd) SEE ”BOTTOM VIEW” ON SHEET 2 FOR MOUNTING HOLE PATTERN Figure 44 Mixer assembly parts E 2020 Nordson Corporation Part 1129048_01...
FoamMix Flex Foaming System FoamMix Check Gas Valve Assembly See Figure 45. Item Part Description Quantity — 1514982 VALVE ASSY,CHECK,GAS,FOAMMIX S POPPET,CHECK VALVE,SFA 1505200 S RETAINER,CHECK VALVE 146561 S O‐RING,VITON,BLK, .188X .313,10408 940085 S LUBRICANT,O‐RING, NSF‐H1,FOOD GRADE,4L 1108372 S O‐RING,VITON,BLK, .239ID X .070W,BR 940101 S BACK‐UP RING,SINGLE,1/4 X 3/8...