Magnum Venus Plastech Pro Series 11:1 PRO PUMP VPRO-45110 - Manual (Page 30)

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
DANGER: Contaminated catalyst may cause Fire or Explosion. Before working on
the catalyst pump or catalyst accumulator, wash hands and tools thoroughly. Be
sure work area is free of dirt, grease or resin. Clean catalyst system components with
clean water only.
DANGER: Fluids under high pressure. Before performing any service and repair on
this equipment, be sure to relieve air and fluid pressure.
DANGER: Always wear appropriate eye protection when working with this
equipment.
WARNING: When removing hoses, place a rag over the hose before loosening it.
DIAGNOSING PROBLEMS:
The most common problems with the equipment are diagnosed by analyzing the cured part.
NOTE: Many problems are the direct result of a failure to maintain the equipment
according to the maintenance schedules given. Please follow your maintenance
chart.
CURE PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Slow cure during upstroke S.S. Ball in catalyst pump Clean ball and inspect seat.
piston body not seating. Replace ball, piston seal check
or piston body if questionable. cylinder.
Slow cure during down stroke S.S. Ball in catalyst pump Clean ball and inspect seat.
inlet body not seating. Replace ball or have seat
repaired if questionable.
No cure or slow over-all cure Catalyst pump at too low or Move catalyst pump to a higher
too high of a percentage. (Setting closer
to the gel coat pump). Be sure to
attach the catalyst pump in a
vertical position.
Catalyst supply below outlet Fill catalyst jug 2/3 full.
fitting on jug.
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