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GC-1355M - Spartan 2, Operation, English

1. 14 After all the pressure is released from the tank open the lid and fill the tank with a suitible clean flushing solvent and close the lid securely 18 Before operating the material pump flush thoroughly with a clean suitable solvent to remove test fluid 15 Remove yellow guard using a 5 32 hex balldriver GlasCraft uses test fluid that may not be compatible with some resins It is recommended that the test fluid be flushed from the material pump fluid section Make sure hose fittings on the pick up hoses are tight 19 Safely fill the Catalyst Supply Bottle P N LPA 165 maximum two gallons with preferred MEKP catalyst to a minimum level of at least two inches above the Catalyst Bottle Outlet Fitting Remove Catalyst Bottle P N 20941 00 from Catalyst 16 Fill material pump lube cup with proper pump lube Bottle bracket P N LPA 169 for filling Bottle should be placed at or below lowest level for safe filling Never fill Catalyst bottle while mounted in bracket as personal injury from catalyst spillage could result GC 1355M 10 Pressure Relief Procedure To relieve fluid and air pressures 1 Push down Yellow slide valve P N 21402 00 to bleed off air to system 2 Open P N 21228 00 on catalyst pump to recirculation position
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4. GC 1355M Start Up The Spartan Il comes complete and fitted with all resin hoses catalyst bottle and filters The injection head is fully connected to the machine circuit and tested and secured against leaks prior to dispatch 2 Place injection nozzle over a proper waste container Turn 3 way valve on top of the solvent tank so the arrow is pointing up for air purge for solvent turn the valve so the arrow is pointing down Repeat air purge to blow solvent through the gun head The following instructions are to be used as a guide for consistent and continual operation Any devia tion from the standard operation usually requires more maintenance to the equipment and material formulation to assure consistent results For example the use of fillers in resins lt Refer to specific user manuals if available for detailed component start up and shut down instruc tions Solvent Before initial operation of any internal mix system make certain the solvent flush set up is fully operational 3 way valve 1 Turn solvent regulator clockwise to approximately 65 psi 3 Exhaust air through the gun head until traces of solvent have been dissipated Since the system is an internal mix system the mixer N requires flushing with air solvent air after each dispense or before the mixed material starts to gel GC 1355M 11 Start Up Resin 1 Detach the catalyst slave pump from the material pump
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6. lt _ O 2a Pull and rotate Pivot DI knob to disengage the catalyst OFF drive arm 15 Let material pump cycle slowly until a steady stream of clean material is seen exiting the recir b Turn the slave pump culation hose yellow ball valve to the open position 16 Switch machine recirculation to OFF C Hand prime the pump until a steady stream of cat alyst flows back to the bottle 22 d Close valve Hand stroke the pump until it devel opes 100 200 PSI RECIRCULATION ON OFF 17 Secure recirculation hose the material supply container 3 Set the slave pump to 3 5 percent Dispose of resin in the waste container in a proper manner GC 1355M 13 Start Up 3 Turn air motor pressure regulator slowly clockwise N until pump cycles slowly It is usually a general practice when starting up the system to let the system recirculate with the Catalyst Slave Pump set at 3 5 This ensures good catalyst volume movement through the system to remove air in the catalyst system 4 Re engage the catalyst pivot knob Make sure that the knob engages inside the catalyst drive arm slot Failure to do so will cause damage to the N catalyst drive arm The Recirculation Mode should be used in initi
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8. 22 lt gt lt gt 1 1 o i 1 lt gt N a 25 c N N c 6E c c e N c n SL ae A gt 24 GC 1355M Sub Assembly Drawings 23220 00 Control Box Assembly x 2 00 Lu gt lt G 5 o F1 co 22i 282 Sii X cuu m lt Diop RED BLACK zu 1 4 BLUE TUB 5 32 YELLOW TUBE 5 32 BLUE TUBE 1 4 YELLOW TUBE 5 32 YELLOW TUBE 1 4 BLUE TUBE 5 32 BLUE TUBE 5 32 BLUE TUBE 3 8 BLUE TUBE lu gt o 4 ul gt SI E gt P gt a 3 8 BLUE TUBE z y lt z lt gt 2 a e e a gt 5 2 N m e 5 E 5 5 3 5 5 m zi 5 5 e 5 5 a x z W ww T n DETAIL A TOP SIDE REVISION M GC 1355M 25 26 Sub Assembly Drawings 23220 00 Control Box Assembly Part Description Number Description Number GC 1355M Sub Assembly Drawings 21668 01 Gun Assembly 0 0958 919 0 9S9 NWd 2 0 N C 0 v119 00 95912 00 79912 9 00 51912 00 91910 l
9. defective parts The equipment will be returned to the original purchaser transportation prepaid inspection of the equipment does not disclose any defect in material or workmanship repairs will be made at a reasonable charge which charges may include the costs of parts labor and transportation THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTY OR WARRANTY OF FITNESS A PARTICULAR Graco s sole obligation and sole remedy for any breach of warranty shall be as set forth above The buyer agrees that no other remedy including but not limited to incidental or consequential damages for lost profits lost sales injury to person or property or any other incidental or consequential loss shall be available Any action for breach of warranty must be brought within two 2 years of the date of sale GRACO MAKES NO WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN CONNECTION WITH ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT MATERIALS OR COMPONENTS SOLD BUT NOT MANUFACTURED BY GRACO These items sold but not manufactured by Graco such as electric motors switches hose etc are subject to the warranty if any of their manufacturer Graco will provide purchaser with reasonable assistance in making any claim for breach of these warranties In no event will Graco be liable f
10. personal protective equipment including chemically imperme able gloves boots aprons and goggles are required for everyone in the work area Polyester Resins and Gel Coats ES materials containing polyester resin and gel coats creates potentially harmful mist vapors and atomized particulates Prevent inhalation by providing sufficient ventilation and the use of respirators in the Work area Read the material manufacturer s warnings and ma terial MSDS to know specific hazards and precautions related to polyester resins and gel coats To prevent contact with polyester resins and gel coats appropriate personal protective equipment including chemically impermeable gloves boots aprons and goggles are required for everyone in the Work area Spraying and Lamination Operations Remove all sccundum of overspray FRP sand ings etc from the building as they occur If this waste is allowed to build up spillage of catalyst is more likely to start a fire If cleaning solvents are required read material manufacture s warnings and material MSDS to know specific hazards and precautions GlasCraft recom mends that clean up solvents be nonflammable GlasCraft recommends that you consult OSHA N sections 1910 94 1910 106 1910 107 and No 33 Chapter 16 17 and NFPA No 91 for further guidance Grounding NW This equipment needs to be Ground the dispense gun through connecti
11. start without warning Before checking moving or servicing equipment follow the Pressure Relief Procedure in this manual Disconnect power or air supply EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD Misuse can cause death or serious injury Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the influence of drugs or alcohol Do not exceed the maximum working pressure or temperature rating of the lowest rated system component See Technical Data in all equipment manuals Use fluids and solvents that are compatible with equipment wetted parts See Technical Data in all equipment manuals Read fluid and solvent manufacturer s warnings For complete information about your material request MSDS forms from distributor or retailer Check equipment daily Repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately with genuine manufacturer s replacement parts only Do not alter or modify equipment Use equipment only for its intended purpose Call your distributor for information Route hoses and cables away from traffic areas sharp edges moving parts and hot surfaces Do not kink or over bend hoses or use hoses to pull equipment Keep children and animals away from work area Comply with all applicable safety regulations PRESSURIZED ALUMINUM PARTS HAZARD Do not use 1 1 1 trichloroethane methylene chloride other halogenated hydrocarbon solvents fluids containing such solvents in pressurized aluminum equipment Such use can cause serious chemical reaction and equipment
12. 20390 00 20940 00 21044 0 21039 00 21040 00 REVISION G GC 1355M 31 Sub Assembly Drawings 21654 00 Solvent Tank Assembly L A 20120 00 20655 02 gt 141 5 A E SEE DETAIL 150 142 O INC ar ee 32 m 43402 01 1596 0 20263 00 21669 00 20198 02 1892 01 3115 01 DETAIL A Optional Description Qty 20655 02 ELBOW FITTING 3 TEENS REVISION F GC 1355M Maintenance Before performing any maintenance on this system follow pressure relief procedures on page 10 Due to the different o ring materials and lubricants used in the Dispense Guns never submerge or soak any dispense gun in any type of solvent Submerging or soaking any Dispense Gun will immediately void the Gun warranty Maintenance It is recommended that the following service be performed on a weekly basis 1 Inspect and lubricate Catalyst Slave Pump Linkage See Catalyst Slave Pump User Manual 2 Inspect Pump Shafts on Material and Catalyst Pumps making certain they are clean and free of foreign material Clean and lubricate as required For long term storage of your injection system it is recommended that the following procedures be followed 1 Place dry nitrogen in the material drums and secure drum 2 Make certain all air and material valves are in their OFF position GlasCraft re
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15. Operation Spartan 2 RTM Injection System For use with Polyester Resin and Gel Coat Parts 23200 00 and 23240 00 Maximum fluid working pressure 1300 psi 9 MPa 90 bar Maximum air pressure 100 psi 0 7 MPa 7 bar Important Safety Instructions Read all warnings and instructions in this manual Save these instructions GLASCRAFT COMPOSITES EQUIPMENT BY GRACO GC 1355M EN Contents Warnings creino MPO a 5 Ciel n 6 Set up SP a a 7 aic M aa 10 11 SPU COWAN km im UI 16 US part T M 17 Sexier dea _____ 18 ag A Drawings 23 Maintenance EUREEN E 33 ACCESSO H 34 Technical Data Techical Laici ieri 39 Graco Standard aiar 40 Grace Information 40 N A Non Applicable 2 GC 1355M Warnings The following warnings are for the setup use grounding mainten
16. Pull and rotate knob to disengage the catalyst drive arm Knob 2 Turn main valve on the gun head to the recirculation position 12 4 Switch machine recirculation to ON RECIRCULATION ON OFF 5 Turn the material injection regulator slowly clockwise until gauge indicates 10 PSI or until pump cycles slowly 8 Pump should cycle clean solvent through the system and out the recirculation hose 9 End recirculation when solvent appears reasonably clean OFF WZ SZ SUIT ARIE RECIRCULATION ON OFF 10 Remove material pump pick up tube from solvent container and dry thoroughly GC 1355M Start Up 11 Switch machine recirculation to ON Catalyst 4 1 Turn Catalyst Valve the dispense gun to recirculation KY position arrow on valve should point away from gun e block 12 When solvent has stopped exiting the recirculation hose end recirculation OFF RECIRCULATION ON OFF TEL 13 Place material pump pick up tube desired N tainer of material while keeping recirculation return hose in a waste container Make sure all the air is purged out of the catalyst pump on new start up 14 Turn machine to recirculation ON
17. TANDOFF 23215 00 AIR MANIFOLD 23224 00 CONTROL BOX 7315 06 RUBBER GROMMET 7486 03 WASHER 7486 13 WASHER 7733 04 7733 12 7734 02 LOCK WASHER 7134 06 WASHER LOCK SPRING 1 4 9944 24 SCREW SHDC AS 250 20X 4 2225602 POPPETVALVE 1 2228900 2224000 VAVEPLAE 3 2224101 VALVEMOUNTINGBRACKET 2 2224200 PRESSURE INDICATOR 1 2224409 SCREW 2224700 _ GELTMERDECAL 1 2224600 ADJUSTMENTDECAL 1 2224900 ARRPURGEDECAL 1 2225100 SOLVENTFLUSHDECAL 1 2225200 SOLVENTADJUSTMENTDECAL 1 2226300 ADJUSTABLE L FITTING 14 2226700 METROPLITANWHISTLE 1 2919900 ___ SIGNALDELAY 1 292100 ____ TUBEREDUCER 2 2921002 ____ TUBEREDUCER 4 2920 00 HEXSTANDOFE 4 2921500 AIRMANIFOLO 1 2922400 CONTROLBOX 1 781506 _ RUBBERGROMMET 1 748609 ______ WASHER 74 748619 WASHER 8 7733904 6 79 2 _ HEXNUT 4 773402 _ LOCKWASHER 779406 lt WASHERLOCK SPRING 1 4 4 994424C SCREWSHDCAS 25020X 4 BA AN AS NEEDED REVISION E GC 1355M Technical Data Category 1007 810 Catalyst Chemically coated aluminum stainless steel chemically resistant o rings Resin Carbon steel carbide chemically resistant rings Wetted Parts GC 1355M 39 Graco Standard War
18. al start up or when air bubbles are observed coming through the ends of the Recirculation Hoses Recirculation Mode Start U Injection Instructions 1 Both Catalyst Valve and Material Valve on the Dispense Gun should be in the Recirculation position 1 Switch machine to injection set recirculation to off RECIRCULATION ON OFF 2 Turn valves on gun head to injection ST OFE When making test material dispenses or during flush ing operation make certain that dispensed material and or solvent is contained in a suitable container and that this material and or solvent is disposed of prop erly 14 GC 1355M Start Up Do not leave ball valves in injection position when not injecting If ball valves are in injection position and recirculation is started material will be dispensed instead of recirculated 3 Select desired percentage of catalyst and position the catalyst slave pump to that setting gt When making test material dispenses or during ing operation make certain that dispensed material 4 Depress air switch button trigger on gun head to dis and or solvent is contained in a suitable container and pense mixed material that this material and or solvent is disposed of prop erly 7 Flush gun head thoroughly 3 way val
19. ance and repair of this equipment The exclamation point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard symbol refers to procedure specific risk Refer back to these warnings Additional product specific warnings may be found throughout the body of this manual where applicable See Important Safety Information Polyester Resins and Gel Coats and Spraying and Lamination Operations section of this manual FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Flammable fumes such as solvent and paint fumes in work area can ignite or explode To help prevent fire and explosion Use equipment only in well ventilated area Eliminate all ignition sources such as pilot lights cigarettes portable electric lamps and plastic drop cloths potential static arc Keep work area free of debris including solvent rags and gasoline Do not plug or unplug power cords or turn power or light switches on or off when flammable fumes are present Ground all equipment in the work area See Grounding instructions Use only grounded hoses Hold gun firmly to side of grounded pail when triggering into pail If there is static sparking or you feel a shock stop operation immediately Do not use equipment until you identify and correct the problem Keep a working fire extinguisher in the work area PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT You must wear appropriate protective equipment when operating servicing or when in the operating area of the equipment to help protect you
20. ay start slowly and gradually build up heat which can accelerate until fire or an explosion result This process can take from seconds to days Heat applied to MEKP or heat build up from con tamination reactions can cause it to reach what is called its Self Accelerating Decompisition Tempera ture SADT which can cause fire or explosion Spills should be promptly removed so no residues remain Spillage can heat up to the point of self ignition Dispose in accordance with manufacture s recommendation Store MEKP in a cool dry and well ventilated area in the original containers away from direct sunlight and away from other chemicals It is strongly recom mended that the storage temperature remain below 86 F 30 C Heat will increase the potential for ex plosive decomposition Refer to NFPA 432 Keep MEKP away from heat sparks and open flames GC 1355M Current catalysts are premixed and do not require any diluents GlasCraft strongly recommends that dilu ents not be used Diluants add to the possibility of con taminates entering the catalyst system Never dilute MEKP with acetone or any solvent since this can pro duce an extremely shock sensitive compound which can explode Use only original equipment or equivalent parts from GlasCraft in the catalyst system i e hoses fit tings etc because a hazardous chemical reaction may result between substituted parts and MEKP To prevent contact with MEKP appropriate
21. commends that you contact your gel coat and or resin supplier concerning material pot life during extended periods of shut down The decision as to whether or not to leave material in your system should be based on information from your material suppliers as well as GlasCraft N Consult your local authorized GlasCraft distributor for more information concerning system storage GC 1355M Troubleshooting N Before altering catalyst percentage by moving the catalyst pump to a new desired location on the ratio arm ALWAYS ensure that the catalyst recirculation valve 15 turned to the recirculation position and the pressure is removed from the system It 15 absolutely essential that both streams of material are pumped to the head without air or gas entrapped For example if air is drawn into the resin stream through the resin pump inlet system i e via bad connection or filter end coming out of resin surface then this air if not purged out of the machine by recirculating on by pass will naturally go to the head through the mixer and into the RTM mold This fault condition will manifest itself in the molded part having very small bubbles almost in a froth like state on the upper side of the molded part once the mold is opened The reason for these bubbles being so small is due to the fact that air coming through the mixer with the resin is mixed and frothed before finally entering the mold Air or gas in the catalyst st
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23. e they can severely limit air flow 5 Remove the pump inlet saftey cap and drain the testing oil into an open container 6 Attach 4 casters with provided lock washer washer and nut Attach solvent tank support rod on back left caster Before turning on main air a Check all fittings making certain they are securely tightened b Make sure all regulators are set to zero turn all the way to the left This should be done before air or material of any kind is introduced into the system 3 Attach Grounding Clamp Assembly P N 17440 00 to 7 solvent tank to solvent tank support rod with provided rubber strap System Use a convenient Nut and Bolt to secure Lug P N 13193 00 to slave pump 4 Securely attach Clamp P N 7749 00 to permanently grounded rod or pipe GC 1355M Set Up 8 Attach the catalyst jug bracket to the mast 9 Attach the green material hose to the pick up tube and insert the tube into a bucket of clean solvent Recirculation hose from the gun SOLVENT CONTAINER SOLVENT WASTE 10 Attach the green material hose CONTAINER to the material pump 11 Insert the end of the recirculation hose into a waste container GC 1355M Set Up 12 Make sure solvent regulator is dialed to zero Turn knob fully counter clockwise 13 Carefully relieve any pressure in the solvent tank by slowly pulling the relief valve
24. from serious injury including eye injury inhalation of toxic fumes burns and hearing loss This equipment includes but is not limited to Protective eyewear Clothing and respirator as recommended by the fluid and solvent manufacturer e Gloves e Hearing protection TOXIC FLUID OR FUMES HAZARD Toxic fluids or fumes can cause serious injury or death if splashed in the eyes or on skin inhaled or swallowed e Read 505 to know the specific hazards of the fluids you are using e Store hazardous fluid in approved containers and dispose of it according to applicable guidelines e Always wear impervious gloves when spraying or cleaning equipment GC 1355M Warnings SKIN INJECTION HAZARD High pressure fluid from gun hose leaks or ruptured components will pierce skin This may look like just a cut but it is a serious injury that can result in amputation Get immediate surgical treatment Do not point gun at anyone or at any part of the body Do not put your hand over the dispense outlet Do not stop or deflect leaks with your hand body glove or rag Engage trigger lock when not spraying Follow Pressure Relief Procedure in this manual when you stop spraying and before cleaning checking or servicing equipment MOVING PARTS HAZARD Moving parts can pinch or amputate fingers and other body parts Keep clear of moving parts Do not operate equipment with protective guards or covers removed Pressurized equipment can
25. nants 4 Material pump lube cup should be cleaned of old lube and refilled with new pump lube 5 Material pump should now be cycled so that shaft is left in down position during shut down period 6 If you are using fillers mixed into the resin remem ber on periods of shut down the fillers can settle to the bottom of the pump and pipe works 7 Shut down main air supply by closing yellow lock out valve 2 j 8 Slowly bleed the air pressure from the tank by lifting the ring on the relief valve Notice Failure to cycle Pump Shaft to DOWN position may result in contaminants to dry or harden on shaft When pump 15 next operated severe damage may be done to upper pump seals GC 1355M Parts Spartan Il System Standard Equipment Part m Number GC 1355M Assembly Drawings 06 09 ees e 104 2661 20 99S pejrejep E 104 lt d Ss t um 2 X 2 60 981 396 956 x CET 10 761 71 70 997 01 0434 509 9 455 HLIM NMOHS MAIA T 27 lt lt 11 9 7 00 99202 4 10 16281 95 y 111120 1 8 Ol V 11 m mM ua 2091 6619 27 11 MS nm JINI i 0 I 01 711 291 518
26. on to a GlasCraft approved grounded fluid supply hose Check your local electrical code and related manuals for detailed grounding instructions of all equipment in the work area N A grounding wire and clamp are provided assembly p n 17440 00 with all FRP equipment GC 1355M Set Up The Spartan Il comes complete and fitted with all bg resin hoses catalyst bottle and filters The injection head is fully connected to the machine circuit and tested and secured against leaks prior to dispatch GROUNDING ROD OR PIPE The following instructions are to be used as a guide for consistent and continual operation Any devia tion from the standard operation usually requires more maintenance to the equipment and material formulation to assure consistent results For example the use of fillers in resins Refer to specific user manuals if available for detailed component start up and shut down instruc tions Whenever flammable or combustible liquids are trans 1 ferred from one container to another both containers select a clean dry air supply shall effectively bonded and grounded to dissipate It is very important to have a clean air supply static electricity For further information see 77 Recommended Practice on Static Electricity 2 Attach a 3 8 or larger air hose to the Air Inlet on the yellow air lock out valve Quick disconnect fittings should not be used becaus
27. or indirect incidental special or consequential damages resulting from Graco supplying equipment hereunder or the furnishing performance or use of any products or other goods sold hereto whether due to a breach of contract breach of warranty the negligence of Graco or otherwise FOR GRACO CANADA CUSTOMERS The Parties acknowledge that they have required that the present document as well as all documents notices and legal proceedings entered into given or instituted pursuant hereto or relating directly or indirectly hereto be drawn up in English Les parties reconnaissent avoir convenu que la redaction du pr sente document sera en Anglais ainsi que tous documents avis et proc dures judiciaires executes donn s ou intent s la suite de ou en rapport directement ou indirectement avec les proc dures concern es Graco Information For the latest information about Graco products visit www graco com TO PLACE AN ORDER contact your Graco distributor or call to identify the nearest distributor Phone 1 800 746 1334 or Fax 1 330 966 3006 All written and visual data contained in this document reflects the latest product information available at the time of publication Graco reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice Original instructions This manual contains English GC 1355 Graco Headquarters Minneapolis International Offices Belgium China Japan Korea GRACO INC AND SUBSIDIARIES P O BOX 1441 MIN
28. ranty Graco warrants all equipment referenced in this document which is manufactured by Graco and bearing its name to be free from defects in material and workmanship on the date of sale to the original purchaser for use With the exception of any special extended or limited warranty published by Graco Graco will for a period of twelve months from the date of sale repair or replace any part of the equipment determined by Graco to be defective This warranty applies only when the equipment is installed operated and maintained in accordance with Graco s written recommendations This warranty does not cover and Graco shall not be liable for general wear and tear or any malfunction damage or wear caused by faulty installation misapplication abrasion corrosion inadequate or improper maintenance negligence accident tampering or substitution of non Graco component parts Nor shall Graco be liable for malfunction damage or wear caused by the incompat ibility of Graco equipment with structures accessories equipment or materials not supplied by Graco or the improper design manufacture installation operation or maintenance of structures accessories equipment or materials not supplied by Graco This warranty is conditioned upon the prepaid return of the equipment claimed to be defective to an authorized Graco distributor for verification of the claimed defect If the claimed defect is verified Graco will repair or replace free of charge any
29. ream leads to a different type of fault in the molded part This condition will be manifest by observing when opening the mold after injection and supposed cure that there are wet patches of uncured or semi gelled resin in the molded part The causes attributed to this are 1 Air is drawn by the catalyst pump through a bad connection on the inlet stream from the catalyst container or pump inlet connection 2 Catalyst contamination in the pump system causing oxidation resulting in peroxide gas bubbles being generated within the supposedly hydraulic sealed system of the catalyst 3 The catalyst pump has faulty seals or is contaminated with particles To ensure that the catalyst system is totally hydraulically tight it is expedient after a period of shut down that the pro cedures in the instructions for commissioning the catalyst stream should be repeated 33 23240 00 Spartan Il Auto DELUXE 23200 00 23242 00 AN s 2 PAV A 1 f modd Ae LE REVISION D 34 GC 1355M Q LO N CN e 32 LLI lt 0 gt LLI c 4 JO NOIIV201 MOHS OL NI LNO LAD HLIM NMOHS MIIA 00 81222 150 9222 00 81222 20 lt 11 00 97222 297 69712 00 6 00 19200 00 91222 00 91222 us 0 l
30. rupture and result in death serious injury and property damage GC 1355M Important Safety Information Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide MEKP MEKP is among the more hazardous materials found in commercial channels Proper handling of the unstable reactive chemicals presents definite challenge to the plastics industry The highly reactive property which makes MEKP valuable to the plastics industry in producing the curing reaction of polyester resins and gel coats also produces the hazards which require great care and caution in its storage transportation handling processing and disposal Workers must be thoroughly informed of the hazards that may result from improper handling of MEKP especially in regards to contamination and heat They must be thoroughly instructed regarding the proper action to be taken in the storage use and disposal of MEKP and other hazardous materials used in the laminating operation MEKP is flammable and potentially explosive as well as potentially damaging to the eyes and skin Read material manufacturer s warnings and material MSDS to know specific hazards and precautions related to MEKP Contaminated MEKP can become explosive Prevent contamination of MEKP with other materi als which includes but is not limited to polyester overspray polymerization accelerators and promot ers and non stainless metals Even small amounts of contaminates can make MEKP explosive This re action m
31. t lt 61010 ES 00 7 lt 712 A AS v0 L661 ERN ON GI 00 95912 ECT 00 199 14 5 gt a DET Accu Pressure Valve 5 22 00 18861 00 81802 N Jie 96199 70 5610 291 2128 4226 5912 00 59912 E A quassy L0 ZvSe c 00 91910 REVISION 27 GC 1355M Sub Assembly Drawings 21668 01 Gun Assembly Part Description Number Part 7597 04 SWIVEL 7734 04 LOCK WASHER 7966 17 Replacement Danger and Warning labels tags ty 1 1 1 cards are available at no cost 1 1 1 1 1 1 REVISION GC 1355M Sub Assembly Drawings 23547 01 Check Valve Assembly I gt 22909 00 Not included with 23547 01 assembly 22908 00 A 21616 00 GHTEN TO SHOW 1 2 THREAD REVISION A N USE LOW STRENGTH THREAD LOCKER ON THREADS 21664 00 21675 00 Solvent Air Purge Resin Check Valve Assembly Check Valve Assembly GC 1355M 29 Sub Assembly Drawings GAM 268 01 Material Pick Up Kit 20292 00 JHH amp LB 20397 01 MESH FILTER 20398 02 MATERIAL HOSE Filter Options Part Description Number 20397 02 100 MESH 20391 0 20397 03 50 MESH 20395 02 20394 00 N LN DN REVISION D 30 GC 1355M Sub Assembly Drawings 20941 00 Catalyst Bottle Assembly 20934 00
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33. ve on top of the solvent tank so the arrow is pointing up for air purge for solvent turn the valve so the arrow is pointing down When starting the machine it is recommended to dispense a couple of strokes of resin into a suitable container to ensure a proper flow of materials Also test for proper gel and cure times 5 Release air switch button trigger to stop material flow 3 way valve 6 When finished turn valves on gun head to recirculation position J e GC 1355M 16 Shut Down Shut Down Procedure The purpose of the shut down procedure is to verify that all critical parts of the system 1 the mixing area have been checked and cleaned to assure trouble free start up the next time the system is to be operated 1 Turn both ball valves on gun head to OFF 90 HA If using a filled resin it is suggested that the material pump and hoses be flushed with a neat resin and that the neat resin is flowing through the system and exiting the material recirculation hose thoroughly before shut down procedures are completed 2 Flush gun head with solvent and air purge thoroughly 3 Material pump should be stopped with pump shaft in up position and shaft should be cleaned of any contami

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