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E P G P_01486 Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM Translation of the Original Operating Manual 0102 II 3(2) D IP64 80°C + For professional use. Always observe the information in this manual, particularly the safety instructions and the warning instructions. Store the manual in a safe place.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS About these Instructions Preface Warnings, Notices and Symbols in these Instructions General Characters and Symbols Languages Abbreviations Terminology for the Purpose of this Manual...
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Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM Table of Contents Connection diagram in the rack Grounding 6.7.1 Grounding the powder coating system Device settings 6.8.1 CAN Bus Baud Rate Setting 6.8.2 CAN bus node ID setting...
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 1 About these Instructions 1 ABOUT THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 PREFACE The operating manual contains information about safely operating, maintaining, cleaning and repairing the device. The operating manual is part of the device and must be available to the operating and service personnel.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 1 About these Instructions – Non-numbered list, first level – Non-numbered list, second level = cross-reference on page ♦ = wearing parts ⋆ = included in service set ●...
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Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 1 About these Instructions Personnel qualifications Trained person Is instructed in the tasks assigned to him/her, the potential risks associ- ated with improper behavior as well as the necessary protective devices and measures.
4 Follow the instructions in the operating manual. 2.3 FOR USE IN POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE AREAS The EPG S2 control unit is intended for use with powder spray guns of types A-P up to 2 mJ in accordance with the type examination PTB 12 ATEX 5001.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 3 Identification 3 IDENTIFICATION 3.1 EXPLOSION PROTECTION IDENTIFICATION The device is suited for use in potentially explosive areas, in accordance with Test Certificate PTB 12 ATEX 5001. Device Type...
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 3 Identification 3.3 TYPE PLATE Do NOT disconnect under voltage! Made in Switzerland Air input Wagner International AG NICHT unter Spannung trennen! Made in Switzerland Lufteingang CH 9450 Altstätten...
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 4 Basic Safety Instructions 4 BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OPERATOR 4 Keep this operating manual at hand near the device at all times.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 4 Basic Safety Instructions 4 Protective clothing including gloves, must correspond to EN 1149-5. The measured insulation resistance must not exceed 100 MΩ. 4 Ensure that there are no ignition sources such as naked flames, sparks, glowing wires, or hot surfaces in the spray booth.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 4 Basic Safety Instructions 4 For sufficient health and environmental protection, only operate the device with technical ventilation (extraction) switched on. 4.2.2 Safe Handling of WAGNER Powder Spray Devices Danger due to dust formation! 4 Do not point spray guns at people.
4.2.7 Maintenance and Repair Danger due to improper maintenance and repair! Danger to life and equipment damage. 4 Only a WAGNER service center or a specially trained person may carry out repairs and replace parts. Order number 2317574 | Edition 10/2022...
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 4 Basic Safety Instructions 4 Repair or replacement of devices or parts of devices are only allowed to be performed outside the hazard area by qualified personnel.
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Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 4 Basic Safety Instructions Follow the instructions in the operating Wear electrostatically conductive manual! footwear! Order number 2317574 | Edition 10/2022...
5 DESCRIPTION 5.1 APPLICATIONS The EPG S2 control unit is used to supply air and voltage to two WAGNER manual or automatic powder spray guns, in Corona or Tribo versions. The control unit has no operating elements; various operating statuses are simply displayed.
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Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 5 Description Electrical: Protection class IP 64 Ex identification for EPG S2 II 3(2)D Ex identification for EPG S2 FM Class II, Division E, F and G...
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 5 Description 5.4 OPERATING ELEMENTS 5.4.1 Display Elements on Front Side EP G P_01487 1 LED display: Operating voltage – The LED lights up green when the operating voltage is activated 2 LED display: CAN data communication –...
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 5 Description 5.4.2 Connections on the Rear Side of the EPG S2 Do NOT disconnect under voltage! Made in Switzerland Air input Wagner International AG NICHT unter Spannung trennen! Lufteingang CH 9450 Altstätten...
16 15 5.4.4 CAN Bus Connection on the Rear Side The model differs only in the version of the rear label from the EPG S2 variant described in Chapter 5.5.2. From a technical standpoint, the FM version is identical to the one described in Chapter 5.5.2.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 5 Description P_01508 CAN Bus Data and interlock, 5-pin plug M12, A-coded Connector plug Equipment socket CAN_H Shield/housing CAN_L +24 VDC release 5.5 ACCESSORIES Only the accessories listed in Chapter Accessories [8 42] of this operating manual may be connected to the EPG S2 control unit.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 6 Assembly and Commissioning 6 ASSEMBLY AND COMMISSIONING 6.1 TRAINING OF ASSEMBLY/COMMISSIONING PERSONNEL – The assembly and commissioning personnel must have the technical skills to safely commission the device.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 6 Assembly and Commissioning 6.4 CONNECTING THE AUTOMATIC GUNS PEA-X1 PER-X1 PEA-C4 Tribo spray gun* Mains input terminal Corona spray gun Mains output to next control unit...
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 6 Assembly and Commissioning 6.5 CONNECTING THE MANUAL GUNS CAN bus output Mains input terminal CAN bus input Mains output to next control unit Compressed air inlet...
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Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 6 Assembly and Commissioning CAN Bus P_01512 Master controller Compressed-air connection, min. 1" Terminate BUS end on master controller Air diffuser Mains input terminal Close on last device with terminating plug (or- der no.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 6 Assembly and Commissioning 6.7 GROUNDING DANGER No grounding! Risk of explosion and risk of electric shock! 4 Electrostatic control units and the associated spray equipment may only be...
8. Connect floor and booth with system ground! 6.8 DEVICE SETTINGS The settings described below must be made and/or checked on the EPG S2 control unit before commissioning. The baud rate and node number setting for the CAN bus are set mechanically using the switches under the service cover.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 6 Assembly and Commissioning 6.8.1 CAN Bus Baud Rate Setting The bit rate is set on the 4-way DIP switch using switches 1, 2 and 3. The switch statuses are only read in when the control unit is switched on (powered up).
Commissioning [8 23]. 7.2.2 Controllable spray guns Two powder spray guns can be connected to the EPG S2 control unit. These two guns are controlled totally independently of one another. The automatic guns are activated and deactivated via the superordinate controller. The gun types which can be controlled are listed in Chapter Permissible device combinations [8 9].
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Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 7 Operation Current [µA] Voltage [kV] The high voltage can be predefined in 1 kV steps between 10 kV and 100 kV. The graphic shows the respective characteristic curves for three different high-voltage settings.
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Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 7 Operation Three levels are possible: 1. Standard level -> maximum EPG S2 performance 2. Medium level ->reduced EPG S2 performance 3. Soft level -> greatly reduced EPG S2 performance...
These maximum values can be found in the instructions for the various injectors and guns. 7.2.4.5 Air Supply Pressure The EPG S2 control units are calibrated in the factory to a primary pressure of between 0.6 – 0.8 MPa; 6 – 8 bar; 87 – 116 psi. It is important that the atmospheric pressure supply line has a large cross-section and that the air supply pressure does not drop during high demand.
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Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 7 Operation 7.2.6.1 Activation of Emergency Mode In order to activate emergency mode, the DIP switch 4 must be set to "ON" (see figure below). The switch status is only read in when the device is switched on (powered up). So first set the switch and then restart the device.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 8 Cleaning and Maintenance 8 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 8.1 CLEANING 8.1.1 Cleaning Personnel Cleaning work should be undertaken regularly and carefully by qualified and trained personnel. They should be informed of specific hazards during their training.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 8 Cleaning and Maintenance 8.2.2 Maintenance Instructions DANGER Incorrect maintenance/repair! Danger to life and equipment damage. 4 Only a WAGNER service center or a specially trained person may carry out repairs and replace parts.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 9 Troubleshooting and Rectification 9 TROUBLESHOOTING AND RECTIFICATION DANGER Incorrect maintenance/repair! Danger to life and equipment damage. 4 WAGNER devices, protective systems and safety, monitoring and control equipment...
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 10 Inspections in Accordance with DIN EN 50177: 2009 10 INSPECTIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH DIN EN 50177: 2009 If the system is used for electrostatic coating with ignitable coating powders, the test must be performed in accordance with EN 50177:2009+A1:2012 according to the following...
10.2 OVERVIEW TABLE Section Type of inspection Requirements Inspection Type of inspection Inspection in- terval Checking the effectiveness Checking the effectiveness of technical ventila- TP/SP Continuously of technical ventilation tion Measurements of air flow speed/ air quantities Check the differential pressure in- dicator.
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Section Type of inspection Requirements Inspection Type of inspection Inspection in- terval Ground leaking resistance The ground leaking resistance of the attachment ME/CM Weekly from the work piece attach- point of every work piece may be 1 megohm at Measure the ground leaking resis- ment point most (measuring voltage must be 500 V or tance (ground potential of the...
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 11 Disassembly and Disposal 11 DISASSEMBLY AND DISPOSAL 11.1 DISASSEMBLY WARNING Incorrect disassembly! Risk of injury and damage to the device. 4 Before starting disassembly: 4 Switch off the energy and compressed air supply.
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 12 Accessories 12 ACCESSORIES 12.1 ACCESSORIES Order no. Designation 2321402 CAN bus termination 2320127 CAN bus connection cable, 0.6 m; 1.97 ft 2320128 CAN bus connection cable, 2.0 m; 6.56 ft 2320129 CAN bus connection cable, 5.0 m;...
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 13 Spare Parts 13 SPARE PARTS 13.1 HOW TO ORDER SPARE PARTS Always supply the following information to ensure delivery of the right spare part: Order number, designation and quantity The quantity need not be the same as the number given in the quantity column „Stk“...
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 13 Spare Parts 13.3 EPG S2 CONTROL UNIT Order no. Designation 2316991 EPG S2 control unit 2343176 EPG S2 FM control unit (USA version) 9951117 Slow-acting fuses 1.0 A (included in EPG S2)
Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 14 Declaration of Conformity 14 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 14.1 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Herewith we declare that the supplied version of – EPG S2 complies with the following provisions applying to it: –...
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Operating manual Universal Control Unit for Powder Spray Guns EPG S2, EPG S2 FM 14 Declaration of Conformity Order number 2317574 | Edition 10/2022...
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Order number 2317574 Edition 10/2022 Switzerland Wagner International AG Industriestrasse 22 CH-9450 Altstätten Telephone: +41 (0)71 757 2211 Fax: +41 (0)71 757 2222 Germany J. Wagner GmbH Otto-Lilienthal-Strasse 18 Postfach 1120 D-88677 Markdorf Telephone: +49 (0)7544 5050 Fax: +49 (0)7544 505200 E-mail: ts-powder@wagner-group.com More contact addresses on the internet at: www.wagner-group.com Subject to changes without notice...
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