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Rev. 00 1017 587 Operating instructions and Spare parts list Powder injector OptiFlow IG08 Translation of the original operating instructions...
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To the best of our knowledge and belief, the information contained in this publication was correct and valid on the date of publication. Gema Switzerland GmbH makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents or use of this publication, and reserves the right to revise this publication and make changes to its content without prior notice.
Requirements on personnel carrying out the work ........21 Disposal regulations ................. 21 Materials ....................21 Spare parts list Ordering spare parts ..................... 23 OptiFlow IG08 – spare parts list ................24 OptiFlow IG08 – spare parts ................. 25 Table of contents • 3 OptiFlow IG08...
General information This operating manual contains all the important information which you require for the working with the OptiFlow IG08. It will safely guide you through the start-up process and give you references and tips for the optimal use when working with your powder coating system.
Presentation of the contents Figure references in the text Figure references are used as cross references in the descriptive text. Example: "The high voltage (H) created in the gun cascade is guided through the center electrode." 6 • About these instructions OptiFlow IG08...
The installation work to be done by the customer must be carried out according to local regulations. – It must be ensured, that all components are earthed according to the local regulations before start-up. For further security information, see the more detailed Gema safety regulations! 8 • Safety OptiFlow IG08...
Any other use is not considered as intended use. The manufacturer is not responsible for any incorrect use and the risks associated with such actions are assumed by the user alone! Product description • 9 OptiFlow IG08...
The conveying quality depends on the quality of the powder, the powder hose length, the hose diameter and the number of hose curvatures. Place great importance on the insert sleeve condition, because clogging or sintering causes the powder output to reduce drastically. Product description • 11 OptiFlow IG08...
Clean the injector body with compressed air which is free of oil and water. – Any contamination can be seen through the opening of the hopper fitting If the injector is severely fouled, it must be dismantled! Maintenance / Repairs • 13 OptiFlow IG08...
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Reinsert the injector and fix it Fig. 4 Supplementary air connection Conveying air connection Powder hose quick release Powder hose rinsing connection connection Powder hopper connection Connection for pinch valve Injector body Release trigger 14 • Maintenance / Repairs OptiFlow IG08...
► Blow off the filter elements from the inside to the outside! ► Do not immerse the filter elements in fluidities or solvents!!! ► Never remove the supporting ring! Fig. 5 Hose connection 3.1 Supporting ring O-ring Enclosure Filter element O-ring Maintenance / Repairs • 15 OptiFlow IG08...
Rev. 00 01/22 Changing the cartridge The wear of the cartridge should be checked with the appropriate plug gauge prior to replacement (Order no. 1017 201). 16 • Maintenance / Repairs OptiFlow IG08...
Pinch valve hose Braided sleeve Replacing the pinch valve hose Disassemble the injector ATTENTION Incorrectly assembled parts may cause malfunctions or defects ► Reassembly is in reverse order! ► Observe the tightening torques when assembling! Maintenance / Repairs • 17 OptiFlow IG08...
Filter tube clogged Clean, replace if Injector is necessary insufficiently cleaned during automatic cleaning Pinch valve hose Replace or insert defective or not (See chapter inserted "Replacing the pinch valve hose" on page 17.) Fault clearance • 19 OptiFlow IG08...
Requirements on personnel carrying out the work The disposal of the product is to be carried out by the owner or operator. When disposing of components that are not manufactured by Gema, the instructions in the respective manufacturer’s documentation must be observed.
When using the spare parts from other manufacturers the explosion protection is no longer guaranteed. If any damage is caused by this use all warrantee claims become invalid! ► Only original Gema spare parts should be used! Spare parts list • 23 OptiFlow IG08...
Rev. 00 01/22 OptiFlow IG08 – spare parts Fig. 7 Item Tightening torque [Nm] 0.85 Spare parts list • 25 OptiFlow IG08...
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Pinch valve hose .......... 17 Required spare parts ........17 Fault clearance ..........19 Figure references in the text ......6 Safety ..............7 Safety symbols ..........5 Intended use ............9 Spare parts list ..........23 Spare parts list • 27 OptiFlow IG08...
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