Air Pumping UV Ink Pump & Ram System Operators Manual
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1. and re tighten the 15 bolts 2 Connect the air supply 150 psi MAX to the air inlet 3 Shift the Control Valve Lever to the up posi tion Be certain the lift is clear of any objects above Also refer to OPERATING amp SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS found on page 3 4 Raise the lift high enough to clear the height of the drum Stop the lift upward travel by moving the Control Valve Lever to the NEU TRAL centre position TO RAISE LIFT NORMAL OPERATION 1 If a vent plug is part of your Follower Plate setup remove the Follower Plate vent plug to prevent a build up of vacuum when raising the follower plate Z If there is no vent plug Adjust the Air Valve pressure up to approximately 8 psi g DO NOT OVERPRESSURISE THE DRUM to avoid damage 3 Shift the Control Valve Lever to the UP posi tion 4 Raise the lift high enough to clear the height of the drum Stop the lift upward travel by moving the Control Valve Lever to the NEU TRAL centre position TO CHANGE DRUMS NOTE The raised lift control valve should be in the NEUTRAL position 1 Place a new drum into position or rotate the lift and pump to the next drum position TO LOWER LIFT WARNING STAND CLEAR When raising or lowering the lift Read the warning on page 2 PINCH HAZARD Follower can descend quickly causing injury Keep hands clear when aligning with container Read the warning on page 2 NOTE When follower plate lowers into drum be cert2. flow Check air supply Check for plugged outlet hose Check for kinked restrictive outlet material hose Check for pump cavitation suction pipe should be sized at least as large as the inlet thread diameter of the pump for proper flow if high viscosity fluids are being pumped Suction hose must be non collapsing type capable of pulling a high vacuum Check all joints on the inlet manifolds and suction connections These must be air tight Inspect the pump for solid objects logged in the dia phragm chamber or valve seat area If any of the above measures fail to lift your ram sys tem or get you pumping again please do not hesitate to contact Air Pumping Engineering Services for fur ther information or to arrange a service visit Page 8 of 8 UV R01
3. OPERATOR S MANUAL UV RO1 INCLUDES OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDES LAST MODIFIED 21 03 2004 UV INK PUMP amp RAM SYSTEM AIR OPERATED VARIABLE MIX AND DISPENSE SYSTEM LI PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING LH ADJUSTING OR SERVICING THIS EQUIPMENT It is the responsibility of the employer to place this information in the hands of the operator Keep for future reference GENERAL SYSTEM DATA Ram Type 1 1 ratio Air operated Single Post Piston Lift amp Ram Welded and bolted construction Powder Coated finish Ram System Materials Steel Aluminium Pump Type Non metallic Air operated Double Diaphragm Pump Model ARO 1 1 ratio Pump Pump Materials UV Stabilised Polypropylene Max Air Inlet Pres pump 120 psig 8 3 bar Min Air Inlet Pres pump 20 psig 1 4 bar Max inlet Pressure ram 10 psig 0 69 bar Variable Flow Rate To individuals requirement Max Temp Limits 35 150 F 2 66 C General Dimensions 100 x 39 x 2912 2540 x 1000 x 750mm Noise Levels 70psi 64 5 db A The pump sound pressure levels published here have been updated to an Equivalent Continuous Sound Level Laeq to meet the intent of ANSI S1 13 1971 CAGI PNEUROPS5 1 using four microphones Tested with 93110 Muffler installed GENERAL DESCRIPTION The UV Ink Pump amp Ram System allows for the safe transfer and accurate dispensing of ultra violet and light sensitive fl
4. ain the Follower Plate vent plug has been re moved if applicable so that the air trapped be tween the follower and the material is allowed to escape NOTE The lift may hesitate momentarily before starting downward the air pressure inside the post air chamber must decrease before it will begin to descend ip Shift the Control Valve Lever to the DOWN position and proceed to lower the pump 2 Replace the vent plug if applicable UV RO1 Page 5 of 8 PARTS LIST FOR UV RO1 PLEASE REFER TO THESE DIAGRAMS FOR TROUBLESHOOTING AND SPARES PROCUREMENT tem Josse iam Joanne afew o rese 2 fenna o reaz 3 forenes voos o fiore e o woe vc Socket head screw Y99 83 67071 4 67071 8 67071 7 Y12 112 C 7 Bracket assy nner tube assy Air line tubing OC Cylinder Outer tube assy AP1009370 67071 6 Vertical adj bracket assy 67071 3 93948 29 93948 30 Face bushing 17 Air line fitting Air line tubing O lt Socket head screw Clevis pin lt 180 43 67071 5 59688 4 92449 Clip retainer Mounting plate Straight A line fitting Directional decal Exhaust speed control 29850 127122 000 E512LM Air line guage 27 Air line regulator AJ Q o N N lt E series 4 way valve Air line tubing C 90 Legris fitting 59745 154 Y6 46 C Decal pinch warning Repair kit available for Valve 116722 Repair kit available for Cylinder Bulk
5. led by Exhaust Speed Controls In a situation where the lift could get hung up or the descent is restricted temporarily the lift could in some situations drop rapidly and be hazardous If the follower plate does not enter the drum properly DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPOSITION IT WITH YOUR HANDS raise the lift and re start WARNING Hazards or unsafe practises which could result in severe personal injury death or substantial property damage STAND CLEAR When raising or lowering the lift it is good safety practice to stay clear of the raised lift and operate it from a safe position HAZARDOUS PRESSURE Do not exceed maxi mum air pressure of 150 psi 10 3 bar Operat ing lift at higher pressure may cause lift damage and or personal injury and or property damage Do not service or clean pump hoses or dispensing valve while system is pressurised Know the pressure limitations of the drum and regulate the air pressure within safe limit when sup plying air to follower plate CAUTION Be certain all operators of this equipment have been trained for safe working practices under stand it s limitations and wear their safety gog gles equipment as required CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practises which could result in minor personal injury product or property damage UV RO1 Page 3 of 8 OPERATIONAL AREA DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE FOR GUIDANCE ONLY AND ARE DISPLAYED IN MILIMETRES AND INCHES When installing the sys
6. ntact points to avoid vibration and generation of con tact or static spark After grounding periodically verify continuity of electrical path to ground Test using an Ohm meter should show 100 ohms or less Use hoses incorporating a static wire Use proper ventilation and keep containers closed when not in use WARNING Pump exhaust may contain contaminants Can cause severe injury Pipe exhaust away from work area and personnel In the event of a diaphragm rupture material can be forced out of the air exhaust muffler Do not service or clean pump hoses or dis pensing valve while the system is pressurised WARNING Hazards or unsafe practises which could result in severe personal injury death or substantial property damage Disconnect air supply line and relieve pressure from the system by opening dispensing valve or carefully removing outlet hose or piping WARNING HAZARDOUS MATERIALS Do not attempt to return a pump to the factory or service centre that contains hazardous material Safe han dling practices must comply with local and na tional laws and safety code requirements Obtain Material Safety Datasheets on all materi als from the supplier for proper handling in structions CAUTION Chemical compatibility may change with tem perature and concentration Maximum temperatures are based on mechani cal stress only Certain chemicals will significantly reduce maximum safe operating tempera
7. tem please ensure an adequate operating area is maintained Due to the nature of the system the unit can be fully operational from any one of the three positions below The mounting plate of the system is de signed to allow the safe operation of the unit from all positions but this must be kept clear to the edge of the plate for correct access and use Please refer to the diagram below when siting or installing the unit a 750 mm 29 0 __ gt 1000 mm 39 1423 mm 56 diameter Operating Area 813 mm 32 diameter Page 4 of 8 UV R01 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THIS INFORMATION TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INITIAL SETUP PROCEDURE WARNING BE CERTAIN HEAD HANDS AND ARMS ARE CLEAR OF ASCENDING AND DE SCENDING LIFT Refer to OPERATING amp SAFETY PRECAUTIONS on page 3 EXHAUST SPEED CONTROLS AIR VALVE PRESSURE ADJUST KNOB AIR HOSE TO FOLLOWER PLATE EXHAUST SPEED CONTROLS These meter the flow of air from the valve exhaust ports The rate of rise or descent of the lift may be increased or de creased by adjusting the screw The adjusted posi tion can then be locked in place by a lock nut TO RAISE LIFT FIRST TIME 1 Take note of the pump drum clearance above If additional clearance is needed to clear the drum lower the lift loosen the Verti cal Arm 15 bolts turn the Vertical Arm Ad justment Nut
8. tubing 59690 104 CONTROL VIEW FIGURE amp SIDE VIEW Page 6 of 8 UV R01 PARTS LIST FOR UV RO1 cont PLEASE REFER TO THESE DIAGRAMS FOR TROUBLESHOOTING AND SPARES PROCUREMENT Bescon Jion perne Follower seal Backup washer Pipe plug Adaptor a3 Follower Ring UV R01 Page 7 of 8 PUMP DIMENSIONAL DATA DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE FOR GUIDANCE ONLY AND ARE DISPLAYED IN MILIMETRES AND INCHES B6G1XT X 1 11 BS Ap 6661XT X 13 5 32 334 mm 13 25 32 350 mm 10 1 16 255 mm 2 11 32 59 mm 8 1 16 204 mm 14 13 16 376 mm 5 1 32 128 mm 6 9 32 160 mm 7 16 11 mm 2 51 mm 1 2 13 mm 14 18 NPT Air inlet TROUBLESHOOTING Ram system will not lift Check air supply Check control valve connections Ensure you have adequate clearance for the ram system to lift If you have a vent plug in your Follower Plate re move or loosen it and retry If you do not have a vent plug on your Follower Plate adjust the air valve pressure located close to the Control Valve Lever to approx 8 psi g 0 55 bar and retry Product discharged from exhaust outlet Check for diaphragm rupture Check tightness of diaphragm nut Air bubbles in product discharge Check connections of suction plumbing Check O rings between intake manifold and fluid caps Check tightness of diaphragm nut Low output volume erratic flow or no
9. ture Be certain all operators of this equipment have been trained for safe working practices under stand it s limitations and wear safety goggles equipment where required CAUTION Prevent unnecessary damage to the pump Do not allow the pump to operate when out of ma terial for long periods of time Disconnect air line from pump when system sits idle for long periods of time CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practises which could result in minor personal injury product or property damage Page 2 of 8 UV RO1 RAM OPERATING amp SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THIS INFORMATION TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE WARNING WARNING ANCHOR THE LIFT BASE SECURLY ON A FLAT SURFACE AN IMPROPERLY SECURED LIFT IS UNSAFE Do not attempt to use the lift until all possible measures have been taken to insure that the lift has been properly installed and the base is securely fastened PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK Be certain the area above the lift is clear of electrical fixtures devices and wiring Examine the working area and take necessary action to assure adequate clearance for the lift and pump assembly to raise the fullest limit and function properly WARNING PINCH HAZARD Follower can descend quickly causing injury Keep hands clear when aligning with container Do not rotate the pump to the next drum by grasping the follower plate In the raising and lowering function the speed is control
10. uid products The system is a total pneumatic package utilising a diaphragm pump for the transfer of ink Ink is dispensed via a spring return valve within a closed loop dispensing circuit The system is integrated into a floor plate design package free standing and is suitable for all environments The system has been designed to work with 205 litre drums of any design Easy to install easy to operate maintenance free and full global support available AIR PUMPING ENGINEERING SERVICES LIMITED P O BOX 239 LONDON E6 3SG U K fi TEL 44 0 20 8470 8721 FAX 44 0 20 8470 4617 AP dR ARO PRINTED THE IN U K 2003 PUMP OPERATING amp SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THIS INFORMATION TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE WARNING Excessive Air Pressure can cause personal in jury pump damage or property damage DO NOT exceed the maximum inlet air pressure as Stated STATIC SPARK Can cause explosion resulting in severe injury or death Ground pump and system The pumping system and object being sprayed must be grounded when it is pumping flushing re circulating or spraying flammable materials such as paints solvents lacquers etc or used in a location where the surrounding atmosphere is conductive to spontaneous combustion Ground the dispensing valve or device contain ers hoses and any object to which material is being pumped Secure pump connections and all co
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