This manual is intended to be a source of information for the operators and technicians who may be installing, inter- acting with or servicing/maintaining Spraying Systems Co.® systems and components. This manual contains important safety warnings, installation instructions, operating instructions, troubleshooting and maintenance information.
USE OF CHEMICAL COMPONENTS Spraying Systems Co. does not manufacture or supply any of the chemical components used in this equipment and is not responsible for their effects. Because of the large number of chemicals that could be used and their different chemical reactions, the buyer and user of this equipment should determine compatibility of the materials used and any of the potential hazards involved.
SECTION 3 ES250+ OVERVIEW 3.1 ELECTROSTATICS SPRAYING OVERVIEW In electrostatic spraying, a negative charge is introduced into a fluid in the nozzle body through a central charging elec- trode, which causes the fluid to acquire a negative charge. When this negative charge is applied to the fluid, this causes the fluid molecules to repel each other, following the principle that molecules with opposite charges will attract and molecules with like charges will repel.
SECTION ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY CONTROL PANEL SPRAY CONTROL PANEL - 250TS25000051W0 ® The AutoJet ES250+ Electrostatic Spray Control Panel supplies the required voltage to the electrostatic nozzles via a 30,000 VDC (40 kVDC) positive polarity HVPS. At the control panel, the operator can adjust the applied voltage, pump frequency and start or stop the system modes.
4.2 CONNECTING THE HIGH VOLTAGE CABLE WARNING: Before installation, ensure that the spray control panel is turned off and power is disconnected. CABLE CONNECTION PROCESS • Remove cable cover by removing two socket head cap screws (Figure 4.2-1) • Press high voltage cable onto the electrode (Figure 4.2-2) •...
SECTION 5 FLUID RESERVOIR ASSEMBLY 5.1 MOUNTING AND POSITIONING FLUID RESERVOIR ASSEMBLY The fluid reservoir assembly includes pumps, an air pressure regulator with a built in particle filter, and the fluid reser- voir tank. The piston pump powers lubricant delivery from the reservoir to the nozzle. The pressure regulator with built in parti- cle filter provides clean, controlled air pressure to the pump for its operation.
5.2 FLUID RESERVOIR CONNECTIONS FLUID LINES The fluid line originates from the fluid reservoir and connects to the pump. The line then runs out to the electrostatic nozzle through 1/4 in. OD push-to-connect fittings. AIR LINES The air input connects to the air pressure regulator using 1/4 in. NPT. The regulator connects to the pump through 1/4 in.
5.3 LUBRICANT PUMP System fluid delivery is powered by a small piston pump. This type of pump is commonly used in applications when low flow rates are desired for chain lubrication. The system includes an air pressure regulator assembly to power the pump.
5.4 COMPONENTS FLUID RESERVOIR COMPONENTS The air pressure switch, solenoid cable, and fluid level float switch are all wired back to the Electrostatic Spray Control Panel. • The air pressure regulator (Figure 5.4-1) connects Block J9 and Input 9 connecting the black and white wires to terminals 17 and 18 respectively.
5.6 PARTICULATE FILTER The particulate filter (five micron) is included to prevent moisture and dirt from entering the solenoid valve by way of the compressed air line. Excess moisture will condense inside the Figure 5.6: attached polycarbonate bowl. The polycarbonate bowl water level can be viewed through Particulate Filter the slots of the metal bowl protector.
SECTION 6 ELECTROSTATIC CHAIN OILER SPRAY NOZZLE 6.1 NOZZLE OVERVIEW ELECTROSTATIC CHAIN OILER SPRAY NOZZLE The Electrostatic Chain Oiler Spray Nozzle delivers the electrostatically charged fluid to the target. Using the spray control panel, operators can adjust the voltage level applied to all nozzles that are connected to that panel. Each nozzle is connected to its own individual piston pump, which allows for some independent adjustment of pump flow rate.
6.2 NOZZLE CONNECTIONS Fluid Line Fluid line tubing must be made from a material that is compatible with the fluid being sprayed. Tubing must be rigid enough to be compatible with the 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) OD push-to-connect fittings that are supplied with the nozzle assembly.
6.4 NOZZLE CONFIGURATION AND ADJUSTMENT ELECTROSTATIC VOLTAGE The electrostatic nozzle is rated for between 0–40,000 volts. This voltage range allows for variation in fluid viscosities and allows for adjustments to both spray pattern and drop size. WARNING: Do not exceed voltage rating for nozzle assembly. Serious injury or death may occur. PRIMING THE ES250+ 1.
SECTION 7 SCREENS 7.1 Home Screen The home screen allows you to set your current Application rate and monitor what voltage the system is running at. You can also change recipes and trigger the system via this screen. The system can be put into standby from here as well.
7.2 Settings Access to all system settings are found here. Please Button Function review each pages description for more info. Voltage Contains settings for modifying High Voltage Settings Pump Pump settings Diagnostic page containing digital and analog I/O Application Settings for Spray Times and Trigger Modes. mode Chain Settings for specific Chain Data...
7.4 Pump Settings This screen you will match the settings on your pump so the system operates as expected. It will also display the current cycle speed that the pump is running at. Button Function Pump Graduation Must be set to match the physical pumps graduation setting Actual Pump CPM The current cycle rate of the pump CC per Grad...
7.6 Application Mode Settings Application Mode Settings sets the timing mode for the system that best suits the application and set how the system gets enabled. Button Function Spray Mode Fixed Flow, Variable Flow (Pins/Revs) Fixed Mode Sprays with a set on off time. Ignores pin sensor. Variable Mode Uses Pin sensor to lubricate set number of pins.
7.7 Chain Settings Chian settings should be set to match the chains parameters to ensure expected operation. This will also show a refer- ence chain speed and allow you to adjust the pin senor fault behavior. Button Function Chain Pin Sensor Fault Turns on the Chain Pin Sensor Fault.
7.8 Alarm Settings Page This page is useful for setting up alarm limits so if the system every exits these boundaries, a fault signal will be generated. You can also access Current and Past Alarm data from here. Button Function Pressure Limits The high and low ends for Liquid pressure faults # of Arcs for Fault...
7.10 Fault History Table Used for identifying recurring faults or faults that are self-clearing. Button Function Fault Identifying the type of fault occurring/occurred Time The exact time the Fault occurred at (Make sure Internal HMI Clock is correct to avoid inconsistent history) Frequency The amount of faults that occurred for a specific fault.
7.12 About Screen The about screen shows useful info about the system. This is useful for troubleshooting. 7.13 User Settings This screen allows you to add or delete certain levels of users. Higher Levels of Security has more access to system settings. Set access up as necessary per account. All accounts are automatically logged out after 15min of inactivity to level 0.
SECTION 8 FAULTS AND TROUBLESHOOTING 8.1 FAULTS AND FAULT CODES When a fault occurs, a banner appears at the top of the HMI screen with text indicating the type of fault. Faults are stored in the alarm history and can be cleared using the RESET button on the controller. If the underlying cause of the fault is not resolved before clearing the current fault a new fault will appear in the alarm history.
8.2 GENERAL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING If any system or system component malfunctions occur, shut off the system immediately and perform the following steps: • Disconnect and lock out electrical power • Close pneumatic shutoff valves and relieve the pressure • Identify and correct the malfunction before restarting the system •...
8.3 ARC FAULT TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION: Place the ends of the disconnected cables at least six (6) inches away from any grounded surface. Arc Faults Cause Solution Move the nozzles further away from the target and try again. Visible electrical arc at the nozzle after pressing the TEST button Purge the fluid lines to remove any possible air pockets in the nozzle Lower the high voltage setpoint on the HMI.
SECTION 9 MAINTENCE RECOMMENDATIONS Maintenance/repair is intended to be performed by the operator or maintenance personnel as part of the daily use. Nozzle: Check to see stream appears to be a thin line and is drawn to the chain. If stream is excessively intermittent or dripping and no longer a stream see section 8.3 General System Troubleshooting.
SECTION 10 SPARE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS Standard Replacement Parts Part Part Number Kit, Electrostatic Spray Nozzle, Pointed electrode, 4-hole nozzle cap 250TS25000049W0 Nozzle Tip Cap, Electrostatic, 4-hle, blue, .028 diameter holes GN00185066001 LEVEL SWITCH SW00101202810 Air PRESSURE GAUGE PR00PQ7834 HIGH VOLTAGE CABLE 25FT JC00MSD34575_AC25 HIGH VOLTAGE CABLE 35FT JC00MSD34575_AC35...
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