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Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo Extrude Gun Customer Product Manual Part 106696A NORDSON CORPORATION AMHERST, OHIO...
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Amherst, OH 44001 Notice This is a Nordson Corporation publication which is protected by copyright. Original copyright date 1998. 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.
II Hi-Flo Extrude Gun Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo Extrude Gun This section contains general safety instructions for using your Nordson 1. Safety equipment. Task- and equipment-specific warnings are included in other sections of this manual where appropriate. Note all warnings and follow all instructions carefully.
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Failure to observe this warning may result in serious injury or death. CAUTION: Failure to observe may result in equipment damage. CAUTION: Hot surface. Failure to observe may result in burns. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
Unintended uses may result from taking the following actions: making changes to equipment that have not been recommended or described in this manual or using parts that are not genuine Nordson replacement parts failing to make sure that auxiliary equipment complies with approval...
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Protect equipment with safety devices as specified by applicable safety regulations. If safety devices must be removed for installation, install them immediately after the work is completed and check them for proper functioning. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
Read all component manuals before operating your Nordson equipment. A thorough understanding of components and their operation will help you operate the system safely and efficiently.
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Make sure the liquid in the heater is circulated to the external circuit when the heater is operating. Do not use fluids that will corrode the equipment. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
Do not service or adjust any equipment unless another person trained in first aid and CPR is present. Use only genuine Nordson replacement parts. Using unapproved parts or making unapproved modifications to equipment may void agency approvals and create safety hazards.
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If a “power on” test is required, perform the test carefully and then shut off and lock out power as soon as the test is over. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
A jet of high-pressure fluid can act like a knife or needle, penetrate skin and muscle, and inject itself into your body. Injected fluids can cause toxic poisoning. 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
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Manufacturers Association (NSEMA) wallet card to give to emergency medical staff in the event of an injection injury. These cards are supplied with the equipment. Additional cards are available free from Nordson Corporation. WARNING: Injection hazard. Do not go near a known leak in a hose or fitting, and stay clear of all dispensing device nozzles or orifices.
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Contact your coatings, solvent, or adhesive supplier for a nonhalogenated solvent to thoroughly flush the entire system before operating it. If you must use halogenated hydrocarbon solvents, consult your Nordson representative about compatible Nordson components. 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation...
Methylene Chloride Propyl Iodide 1-1-1 Trichloroethane Monochlorobenzene Orthodichlorobenzene Perchloroethylene Trichloroethylene Dispose of equipment and materials used in operation and cleaning 2. Disposal according to your local regulations. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
Extrude gun with 120 V heater Extrude gun with 240 V heater Extrude gun with temperature conditioning manifold The Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo extrude guns are typically used in robotic applications for precise, proportional dispensing of ambient temperature and heated adhesives and sealants.
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Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo Extrude Gun 3. Description (contd.) 2613001A Fig. 1 Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo basic extrude gun, typical 1. Cordset 4. Piston 6. Trimset valve 2. Pressure transducer 5. Bonnet assembly 7. Servo valve 3. Pneumatic actuator Note: See the system drawings included with unit for Pro-Flo guns used in your application.
Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo Extrude Gun Additional Components In addition to the guns, Nordson offers components necessary to connect the guns to a delivery system. However, these components depend on your application requirements. Contact your Nordson sales representative for more information on the following items:...
Observe and follow the safety instructions in this document and all other related documentation. This section provides robot interface requirements. It also provides inspection and installation procedures for the Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo extrude guns. Robot Interface Requirements Refer to the Pro-Flo Controller manual for the proper input signals for your application.
Fig. 2 Extrude gun mounting dimensions, typical 1. Dowel pin ( -in.) 2. Mounting bolt ( -20) Note: See the system drawings included with unit for Pro-Flo guns used in your application. 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
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Fig. 3 Extrude gun with heater or with temperature conditioning manifold mounting dimensions, typical 1. Dowel pin ( -in.) 2. Mounting bolt ( -20) Note: See the system drawings included with unit for Pro-Flo guns used in your application. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
2. Route the gun control cable along the robot arm to the controller. 3. See Figure 5. If installing an extrude gun with a heater, connect the heater cable (1) to the heater connector. 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
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1. Gun control cable connection 3. Control air supply inlet 2. Material supply inlet Note: See the system drawings included with unit for Pro-Flo guns used in your application. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
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Fig. 5 Heater and temperature conditioning manifold connections, typical 1. Heater cable connection 3. Coolant inlet 2. Coolant outlet Note: See the system drawings included with unit for Pro-Flo guns used in your application. 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
(3) and outlet fitting (2) of the temperature conditioning manifold. Nozzles Your Nordson sales representative can help you select the correct nozzles for your application. Nozzle selection depends on the type of material being dispensed, the desired bead size, and your production rate requirements.
Observe and follow the safety instructions in this document and all other related documentation. Introduction The Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo guns have no operating controls of their own. Gun operation is controlled by a Pro-Flo Controller along with a robot controller.
Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo Extrude Gun The Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo guns are designed to provide efficient operation 6. Maintenance when a basic maintenance schedule is followed. Perform the following checks and procedures at the specified intervals to prevent inefficient system operation and unnecessary downtime.
This section contains troubleshooting procedures. These procedures cover only the most common problems that you may encounter. If you cannot solve the problem with the information given here, contact your local Nordson representative for help. Problem Page Gun does not dispense material...
Verify air is present at gun and at correct pressure. Replace spring closure assembly if defective. Trimset valve blocked Remove and clean the trimset valve. 3. Gun does not dispense material but opens fully Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
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Replace the trimset valve. 7. Dispensing starts late Gun On signal from robot controller to Set the proper timing sequence. Nordson controller timed improperly (digital controller only) Stem binding (packing bonnet only) Loosen the bonnet screw. 8. Bead deposition wiggles Nozzle too high above workpiece Lower the nozzle.
3. Shut off and lock out all power to the system. 4. Remove the nozzle retaining nut and nozzle. Clean the nozzle thoroughly with an appropriate solvent. 5. Reinstall the nozzle. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
3. Disconnect the gun control cable from the gun cable connection (1). 4. See Figure 5. For heated gun control applications, disconnect the heater cable from the heater connection (1). 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
NOTE: Note the trimset valve mounting orientation to the actuator to ensure the correct positioning upon installation. 10. Separate the trimset valve and the actuator. 11. Carefully pull the bonnet assembly from the trimset valve. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
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4. Bonnet assembly 9. Pressure transducer cover 13. Coupling 5. Screw (4) Note: See the system drawings included with unit for Pro-Flo guns used in your application. 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
2. Terminal block 5. Actuator 8. Servo valve 3. Standoff (2) 6. O-ring (4) Note: See the system drawings included with unit for Pro-Flo guns used in your application. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
(16). Do not remove the set screws. 10. Carefully pull the piston assembly from the actuator. 11. Remove the O-ring (13) and glide ring (14) from the actuator. 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
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15. Upper coupling set screw (2) 5. Coil assembly 11. Glide ring 16. Coupling 6. Screw (4) Note: See the system drawings included with unit for Pro-Flo guns used in your application. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
(1) and secure it and the cylinder head (8) with the screws. Tighten the screws to 0.45–0.68 Nm (4–6 in.-lb). 14. Attach the gun to the robot using the Installing the Gun on the Robot procedure. 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
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17. Bonnet assembly valve stem 6. Screw (4) 12. Actuator 18. Piston assembly fixture Note: See the system drawings included with unit for Pro-Flo guns used in your application. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
0.43 to 0.88 mm (0.017 to 0.035 in.) 2613010A Fig. 10 Armature clearance 1. Top of piston assembly rod 3. Armature 2. Jam nut 4. Cylinder head 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
(3), actuator lead cover (1), and screws. Tighten the screws to 0.45–0.68 Nm (4–6 in.-lb). 5. Attach the gun to the robot using the Installing the Gun on the Robot procedure. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
6. Apply anti-seize compound to the four screws (5). Install the screws and tighten to 47.5 Nm (35 ft-lb). 7. Fully seat the bonnet assembly valve stem against the piston assembly rod in the coupling. 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
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17. Attach the gun to the robot using the Installing the Gun on the Robot procedure. 18. Purge the gun before using. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
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11. Pressure transducer cordset 16. Upper coupling set screw (2) 6. Trimset valve Note: See the system drawings included with unit for Pro-Flo guns used in your application. 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
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GREY GREY BLACK BLACK GREEN GREEN WHITE WHITE 2612014A Fig. 12 Pressure transducer cordset wiring 1. Servo valve 3. Coil assembly 4. Pressure transducer 2. Terminal block Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
Transducer End Pin Wire Color Connector End Pin 45 counterclockwise from notch 135 counterclockwise from notch Blue 135 clockwise from notch Grey 45 clockwise from notch Black 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
7. Turn on the material supply pump and check for leaks in the hoses and fittings. 8. Purge the gun to remove trapped air from the hoses and gun. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo Extrude Gun To order parts, call the Nordson Customer Service Center or your local 9. Parts Nordson representative. Use this five-column parts list, and the accompanying illustration, to describe and locate parts correctly. Using the Illustrated Parts Numbers in the Item column correspond to numbers that identify parts in illustrations following each parts list.
D: Apply threadlocking compound, part 900424, to these parts. F: The Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo basic extrude gun, part 163494, uses 6 of these screws. The Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo extrude gun with temperature conditioning manifold, part 220363, uses 8 of these screws.
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S S Backup ring, single, 940166 940166 S S O-ring, Viton, blk, 0.625 x 0.750 163478 163478 S Valve, trimset - - - - - - S Manifold, Pro-Flo II, analog 156208 156208 S Key, locking swivel 325104 325104 S Nut, nozzle, NPSM...
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Basic and Temperature Conditioning Manifold Gun (contd) DETAIL A DETAIL A 2613013A Fig. 14 Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo guns, typical Note: See the system drawings included with unit for Pro-Flo guns used in your application. Manual 26-13 106 696A E 1998 Nordson Corporation...
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Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo Extrude Gun 2613014A Fig. 15 Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo guns, temperature conditioning manifold and heaters, typical Note: See the system drawings included with unit for Pro-Flo guns used in your application. 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation...
Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo Extrude Gun Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo Extrude 120 See Figures 14 and 15. V and 240 V Heated Guns Item Part Part Description Quantity Note — 220361 Gun, with 120 V heater, extrude, Hi-Flo, Pro-Flo II — 220358...
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NOTE A: Apply Never-Seez anti-seize compound, part 900348, to these parts. B: Lubricate these parts with PTFE grease, part 900349. E: This part must be ordered separately. AR: As Required NS: Not Shown 106 696A Manual 26-13 E 1998 Nordson Corporation All rights reserved Issued 6/98...
Pro-Flo II Hi-Flo Extrude Gun The following section details the specifications pertinent to the Pro-Flo II 10. Specifications Hi-Flo guns. Dimensions See Figures 2 and 3. Weight Extrude gun: 2.3 kg (5.0 lb) Extrude gun with 120 V heater: 2.5 kg (5.5 lb) Extrude gun with 240 V heater: 2.5 kg (5.5 lb)
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