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AH-15-03.1 AUGUST - 2016 ® APPLICATORS By Ransburg MODEL: 80544 AND 80565 RXQ & RFXQ IMPORTANT: Before using this equipment, carefully read SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, starting on page 1, and all instructions in this manual. Keep this Service Manual for future reference.
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Ransflex Applicators - REVISIONS NOTE: This manual has been changed from revision AH-15-03 to revision AH-15-03.1. Reasons for this change are noted under “Manual Change Summary” on page 62 of this manual. AH-15-03.1...
Before operating, maintaining or servicing any Ransburg W A R N I N G electrostatic coating system, read and understand all of the technical and safety literature for your Ransburg The user MUST read and be familiar with the ...
Ransflex Applicators - SAFETY SAFEGUARDS HAZARD AREA Tells how to avoid the hazard. Tells where hazards Tells what the hazard is. may occur. Spray Area Fire Hazard Fire extinguishing equipment must be present in the spray area and tested periodically. Improper or inadequate operation and maintenance Spray areas must be kept clean to prevent the...
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Ransflex Applicators - SAFETY SAFEGUARDS HAZARD AREA Tells how to avoid the hazard. Tells where hazards Tells what the hazard is. may occur. Explosion Hazard Spray Area Electrostatic arcing must be prevented. Safe Improper or inadequate oper- sparking distance must be maintained between ation and maintenance proce- the parts being coated and the applicator.
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Ransflex Applicators - SAFETY SAFEGUARDS HAZARD AREA Tells how to avoid the hazard. Tells where hazards Tells what the hazard is. may occur. Spray Area / Electrical Discharge High Voltage Parts being sprayed and operators in the spray There is a high voltage device Equipment area must be properly grounded.
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Ransflex Applicators - SAFETY SAFEGUARDS HAZARD AREA Tells how to avoid the hazard. Tells where hazards Tells what the hazard is. may occur. Electrical Discharge Electrical Unless specifically approved for use in hazard- Equipment ous locations, the power supply, control cabi- High voltage equipment is net, and all other electrical equipment must be utilized in the process.
Ransflex Applicators - ATEX EUROPEAN ATEX DIRECTIVE 94/9/EC, ANNEX II, 1.0.6 The following instructions apply to equipment covered of the user to take suitable precautions that prevent by certificate number Sira 14ATEX5343: it from being adversely affected, thus ensuring that the type of protection provided by the equipment The equipment may be used with flammable is not compromised.
80559 Special conditions for safe use: The Ransflex 80544/80565 Applicators shall only be used with associated Ransburg 79727-XX Air Hose Assembly. It is the end users responsibility to insure the air hose is properly grounded to true earth ground. Label Resistance of this air hose assembly must be .5 MW...
Ransflex Applicators - ATEX RANSFLEX RXQ - SOLVENT BASE 80544 - ABCDEF Base Optional Model No. Designations (Ordering Information Only) CONFIGURATION DWG. 80559 REV. A Return To Contents AH-15-03.1...
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Ransflex Applicators - ATEX “T” (Pressure Reducer) “R” (Air Cap) “S” (Fluid Nozzle) ATOMIZATION - TABLE OF “A” DASHES “R” “S” “T” “A” Dash No. “A” Description V SERIES 1.2mm 80265-00 80264-12 79809-00 V SERIES 1.4mm 80265-00 80264-14 79809-00 V SERIES 1.8mm 80265-00 80264-18 79809-00...
Ransflex Applicators - ATEX RANSFLEX RFXQ - SOLVENT BASE 80565 - ABCDEF Base Optional Model No. Designations (Ordering Information Only) CONFIGURATION DWG. 80561 REV. A Return To Contents AH-15-03.1...
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Ransflex Applicators - ATEX “T” (Pressure Reducer) “R” (Air Cap) “S” (Fluid Nozzle) ATOMIZATION - TABLE OF “A” DASHES “R” “S” “T” “A” Dash No. “A” Description V SERIES 1.2mm 80265-00 80264-12 79809-00 V SERIES 1.4mm 80265-00 80264-14 79809-00 V SERIES 1.8mm 80265-00 80264-18 79809-00...
Ransflex Applicators - INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION GENERAL DESCRIPTION RANSFLEX NEW FEATURES The Ransflex is an air atomizing applicator powered • Light weight and easy to maneuver. only by a pressurized air source. Pressurized air creates • Ergonomic handle design to reduce rotation of a turbine generator that powers a cascade.
Ransflex Applicators - INTRODUCTION Figure 2: Ransflex Typical Solventborne Installation RANSFLEX SOLVENTBORNE TYPICAL INSTALLATION Description Description Ransflex 80544 / 80565 Fluid Supply (Grounded) Ball Valve Fluid Regulator Air Regulator with Pressure Gauge Air Hose (79727-XX) Air / Water Separator Air Hose Ground Wire Main Air Supply Line Fluid Line Return To Contents...
(RH) of the air should be 5%. 1. Operator must make skin contact with handle of 2. Ransburg recommends that a fluid filter be installed applicator. If gloves are required use either gloves at the output of the fluid supply (pressure pot, with palm and finger cut out or conductive gloves.
Ransflex Applicators - INSTALLATION 2. All objects inside spray area must be grounded - 2. Turn off power. reference EN 50 176 and/or NFPA-33. Resistance to earth ground must be less than 1 meg Ohm. 3. Flammable liquids must be contained in approved metalic grounded containers.
Ransflex Applicators - OPERATION OPERATION APPLICATOR OPERATION 1. Set fluid pressure using flow regulator. 6.9 bar (100psig) Max 4. Release trigger stop material flow. 1 - Fluid Supply 2 - Flow Regulator 5. Re-connect air supply. 2. Disconnect the air to the applicator. OR...
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Ransflex Applicators - OPERATION C-31 AIR CAP 80231-00 Static Pressure at Wall Dynamic Pressure at Wall 79727-XX Length psig psig 30 m 20 m 15 m 10 m T-40 AIR CAP 80240-00 Static Pressure at Wall Dynamic Pressure at Wall 79727-XX Length psig psig...
Ransflex Applicators - OPERATION (Horns Vertical) 13. Fan pattern full open. 16. Adjust compensation valve with small driver. NOTE The compensation valve adjustment is used to adjust fan and atomization pressure at the same time when the pressure to run the turbine is higher than the atomization fan pressure desired.
Ransflex. 2. Disconnect air to applicator. CAUTION Nozzles from previous Ransburg design are not compatable with the Ransflex design. Use of these nozzles could cause equipment malfunction and possible damage.
Ransflex Applicators - OPERATION To identify the nozzle, each is engraved with the air cap it must be paired up with. NOZZLE SELECTION 80265-00 / 80264-XX Nozzle Part Number For Use With Air Cap P/N Color Nozzle Opening 80264-07 80265-00 Black 0.7 mm 80264-10...
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Ransflex Applicators - OPERATION 80231-00 / 80230-XX C SERIES Nozzle Part Number For Use With Air Cap P/N Color Nozzle Opening 80230-12 80231-00 1.2 mm 80230-14 80231-00 Grey 1.4 mm 80230-18 80231-00 Green 1.8 mm 80240-00 / 80239-XX T SERIES Nozzle Part Number For Use With Air Cap P/N Color...
(i.e. high flash Naphtha). If there are any questions as to what solvents are DO NOT operate a faulty applicator! best for cleaning , contact your local Ransburg distributor and/or your paint supplier. When using cleaning solvent, standard health and safety precautions should apply.
Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE CAUTION CAUTION Nozzles from previous Ransburg design NEVER remove the fluid nozzle assembly are not compatable with the Ransflex design. while paint is in the applicator or paint may enter Use of these nozzles could cause equipment into the air passages.
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Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE • Check that atomizer assembly is clean and undamaged. NOTE Standard electrode is "snap back" spray wire electrode. • Straighten the applicator electrode if necessary. • Clean the fluid filter, if used. Bi-Yearly • Check air hose resistance. If resistance is greater than .5 MW the hose should be replaced.
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Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE 2. Clean and replace as necessary. 3. Install in reverse order. 3. Install fluid nozzle using 80353-00 wrench. Tighten till nozzle seats on O-ring and then 1/8 additional turn. Fluid Nozzle Removal W A R N I N G ...
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Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE 2. Remove fluid tube. 2. Carefully disconnect harness by pulling connector on both sides by hand and rocking it side to side to remove. 3. Pull barrel away. 3. Replace cascade as necessary. 4. Apply LSCH 0009 grease to end of cascade. Remove/Replace Cascade 5.
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Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE Packing Removal/Replace 5. Remove all parts, clean with non-polar solvent. Inspect for any discolored areas. Replace parts as required. 1. Remove barrel from handle. 2. Use 80353 wrench to remove nut. 6. Prior to installation apply dielectric grease inside packing tube, completely full.
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Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE Re-Install Needle Shaft Into Barrel 10. Install Bellville washers in sequence shown. 1. Install needle shaft into barrel with die-electric grease. 11. Install rear nut. Install jam nuts finger tight. 2. Tighten packing using wrench. Pull back and forth on the needle shaft till a slight amount of drag is felt.
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Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE 2. Tighten barrel screws. 2. Remove fan air cartridge with 10mm wrench. 3. Re-install fluid tube. 3. Remove rear cover and cartridge with 15mm wrench. 4. Re-install trigger. 4. Disconnect motor connector from handle wire harness connector. Motor Removal 1.
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Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE 2. Remove screw and retainer. NOTE Block must be pulled out with fingers rocking the part side to side while pulling. NOTE Only remove fluid valve cartridge if parts are being changed. 5. Remove fluid valve cartridge O-ring. Remove motor assembly by pulling out on 3 arms, pull motor out.
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Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE 2. Align motor slots with 3 tab arms. NOTE NOTE Only one way to position There is only one way to install the motor. 5. Install light pipe. 6. Install fluid valve cartridge. 3. Install cartridge then o-ring (if removed). 7.
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Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE Air Valve Remove/Replace 8. Push rear cover assembly into handle and tighten cartridge. 1. Remove trigger. 2. Remove rear cover assembly. 3. Remove air valve and spring. 9. Install fan air valve cartridge. 4. Remove air valve packing nut and packing. 10.
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Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE Fluid Bracket Removal 4. O-ring, gasket and bracket. 1. Loosen fluid nut. 2. Remove air fitting. 5. Install air fitting. 3. Remove bracket, gasket and o-ring. 6. Tighten fluid nut. Return To Contents AH-15-03.1...
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Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE Remove Quick Fan Valve 3. Remove lower fluid nut. 1. Remove fan valve. Gun Wrench Functions 4. Air fiting. 80353-00 1. Adjust packings. 5. Remove rear cartridge. 2. Remove nozzles For V Series For C & T Series Return To Contents AH-15-03.1...
Ransflex Applicators - MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE General Problem Possible Cause Solution ELECTRICAL On-Off lever in wrong position Ensure the On/Off lever is in the On position. No kV Low pressure Ensure 2.8 bar (40 psig) at the applicator handle with applicator triggered. No ground connection Ensure the air hose is properly grounded to the earth ground.
Ransflex Applicators - PARTS IDENTIFICATION PARTS IDENTIFICATION RANSFLEX RXQ - SOLVENT BASE 80544 - ABCDEF Base Optional Model No. Designations ATOMIZATION - TABLE OF “A” DASHES “1” “2” “3” / Color “A” Dash No. “A” Description V SERIES 1.2mm 80265-00 80264-12 79809-00 / YELLOW V SERIES 1.4mm...
Ransflex Applicators - PARTS IDENTIFICATION RANSFLEX RFXQ - SOLVENT BASE 80565 - ABCDEF Base Optional Model No. Designations ATOMIZATION - TABLE OF “A” DASHES “1” “2” “3” / Color “A” Dash No. “A” Description V SERIES 1.2mm 80265-00 80264-12 79809-00 / YELLOW V SERIES 1.4mm 80265-00 80264-14...
Ransflex Applicators - PARTS IDENTIFICATION HANDLE COMPONENTS FOR ALL MODELS HANDLE COMPONENTS Description Qty. Item No. Part No. 80538-00 INCLUDES HANDLE (80305-00) AND REAR COVER WITH MOTOR (80378-00) ASSEMBLY (ADJUSTABLE FLUID CONTROL) 80538-01 INCLUDES HANDLE (80305-01) AND REAR COVER WITH MOTOR (80378-00) ASSEMBLY (NON-ADJUSTABLE FLUID CONTROL) 80245-00 GASKET, BARREL...
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Ransflex Applicators - PARTS IDENTIFICATION Handle with Rear Cover with Motor 80538-00/01 HANDLE WITH REAR COVER W/MOTOR 80538-00/01 Qty. Item No. Part No. Description 80539-00 ASSEMBLY, HANDLE 80244-00 ASSEMBLY, VALVE, AIR 80533-00 SPRING, AIR VALVE 80262-00 ASSEMBLY, VALVE, ADJUSTABLE FLUID CONTROL 80262-01 ASSEMBLY, VALVE, NON-ADJUSTABLE FLUID CONTROL 80555-00...
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Ransflex Applicators - PARTS IDENTIFICATION Handle Assembly 80305 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 80539 Description Qty. Item No. Part No. 80539-00 ASSEMBLY, HANDLE INCLUDES ALL PARTS BELOW, MOTOR CONTROL BOARD AND HARNESSES 80274-00 SCREW, BARREL-HANDLE 80229-00 NUT, RETAINING, AIR VALVE 10051-05 CUP SEAL, SPRING LOADED Rear Cartridge Assembly 80262-00 (Adjustable Fluid Control) REAR CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLY 80262-00 Qty.
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Ransflex Applicators - PARTS IDENTIFICATION Rear Cartridge Assembly 80262-01 (Non-Adjustable Fluid Control) REAR CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLY 80262-01 Qty. Item No. Part No. Description 80262-01 ASSEMBLY, FLUID CARTRIDGE (NON-ADJUSTABLE) 79001-08 O-RING, SOLVENT PROOF 80555-00 Fan Air Cartridge 80555-00 FAN AIR CARTRIDGE Description Qty.
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Ransflex Applicators - PARTS IDENTIFICATION 80378-00 Rear Cover with Motor Assembly 80378-00 REAR COVER WITH MOTOR ASSEMBLY Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 80378-00 COVER, REAR ASSEMBLY (INCLUDES ALL PARTS BELOW) 80213-00 PIPE, LIGHT 80255-00 ASSEMBLY, MOTOR 79775-00 BLOCK, PORTING 7554-61 O-RING, SOLVENT RESISTANT 80275-00...
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Ransflex Applicators - PARTS IDENTIFICATION 80255-00 Motor Assembly 80255-00 MOTOR ASSEMBLY Qty. Item No. Part No. Description 80255-00 ASSEMBLY, MOTOR (INCLUDES ALL PARTS BELOW) 80217-00 COVER SUPPORT, MOTOR 79796-00 SCREW, MOTOR Return To Contents AH-15-03.1...
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Ransflex Applicators - PARTS IDENTIFICATION 80254-00 Rear Cover Assembly 80254-00 REAR COVER ASSEMBLY Qty. Item No. Part No. Description 80254-00 COVER, REAR (CONTAINS PARTS BELOW) 80274-00 M4 X .7 SHCS Return To Contents AH-15-03.1...
Ransflex Applicators - PARTS IDENTIFICATION SPARE PARTS KITS Description Part # 79001-07-K3 Fluid inlet o-ring of barrels 80264-XX-K3 V Series nozzles in kits of 3 (XX = 12, 14 or 18) 80464-XX-K3 V Series high wear nozzles in kits of 3 (XX = 14, 18) 80230-XX-K3 C Series nozzles in kits of 3 (XX = 12, 14 or 18) 80239-XX-K3...
Ransflex Applicators - PARTS IDENTIFICATION RANSFLEX RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS (Quantities Per Applicator) Part # Description 80264-XX Nozzle, Fluid V Series (See page 42) 80264-XX-K3 Nozzle, Fluid V Series (See page 42) (Kit of 3) 80230-XX Nozzle, Fluid C Series (See page 42) 80230-XX-K3 Nozzle, Fluid C Series (See page 42) (Kit of 3) 80239-XX...
EXCLUSIONS: under normal operating conditions. Normal wear items are excluded. If, in Ransburg’s opinion the warranty item in question, or other items damaged by this part was improperly THE USE OF OTHER THAN RANSBURG APPROVED installed, operated or maintained, Ransburg will assume PARTS, VOID ALL WARRANTIES.
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Ransflex Applicators - MANUAL CHANGES MANUAL CHANGE SUMMARY Supersedes Service Manual AH-15-03 with the following changes: 1. Update version number — All Pages. 2. Update item 2 in Fluid Inlet Table — Page 10. 3. Update item 2 in Fluid Inlet Table — Page 45. 4.
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