Ransburg Evolver NE A11279-XX, A11281-XX, A11775-XX, A11776-XX - Manual (Page 26)

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Evolver NE Solventborne Robotic Atomizers - Maintenance
MAINTENANCE
Good maintenance is essential to safe and productive
operation. Schedules should be established by the
user, based on the following general information and
observations of the initial production requirements.
The Ransburg maintenance and safety information
should be made available to each operator.
Normal fire protection measures are necessary, includ-
ing proper storage of paints and solvents and the
proper disposal of waste. Ready access to appropriate
fire extinguishing equipment is required. For details,
consult the appropriate NFPA safety information, your
local fire codes, local painting equipment standards,
OSHA requirements, as well as your insurance carrier's
information.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
Follow these maintenance steps to extend the life of
the applicator and ensure efficient operation:
Several Times Daily
1. Inspect the fluid nozzle and electrode wire
for paint accumulation. Clean as frequently as
necessary. (See "Procedures" in the "Mainte-nance"
section.)
Daily (Or at Shift Start)
1. Inspect workholders for accumulated coating
materials (remove such accumulations if present).
2. Check that the nozzle assembly is clean and un-
damaged.
Shut-Down (Or at Shift End)
1. Flush the lines and allow the solvent to remain
in the lines. See "Procedures" in the "Maintenance"
section.
2. Wipe the applicator and robot wrist with a cloth
and a suitable, clean non-polar solvent.
Weekly
1. Check the entire system for damage, leaks and
paint accumulation.
2. Clean the atomizer assembly.
> Unexpected robot movement can be hazard-
ous. Do not adjust or repair the spray applicator
when the robot is operating or waiting to start.
The robot must be locked out and tagged out
per OSHA.
> Solvents used for equipment flushing must
have flash point ratings equal to or greater than
the flash point rating of the coating material. Sol-
vents used for general cleaning must have flash
point ratings higher than 100 ° F (37.8 ° C).
> Never remove spray applicator head from
assembly while under pressure.
W A R N I N G
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AA-05-01.5