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Instructions/Parts List
ELECTROSTATIC, WATERBORNE, AIR SPRAY
™
WB100 Isolation System and PRO
Xs3 Spray Gun
309293K
Important Safety Instructions
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100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7 bar) Maximum Air Inlet Pressure
100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7 bar) Maximum Working Fluid Pressure
For use when electrostatically spraying conductive,
waterborne fluids that meet at least one of the
following conditions for non-flammability:
FM Approved
• The fluid
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Table of Contents List of Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Voltage Loss Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Warning Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Spray Pattern Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Caution Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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List of Models List of Models FM Approved Part No. Gun Model Description 245897 PRO Xs3 Waterborne Isolation Enclosure with standard electrostatic air spray gun, grounded air hose, and shielded waterborne fluid hose 245898 PRO Xs3 Waterborne Isolation Enclosure with smart electrostatic air spray gun, grounded air hose, and shielded waterborne fluid hose 233825 Waterborne Isolation Enclosure without hoses and gun. 244581, PRO Xs3 Standard Electrostatic Air Spray Gun, for waterborne coatings S
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Symbols Symbols Warning Symbol Caution Symbol WARNING CAUTION This symbol alerts you to the possibility of serious injury This symbol alerts you to the possibility of damage to or or death if you do not follow the instructions. destruction of equipment if you do not follow the instruc- tions. WARNING Electric Shock Hazard Improper grounding, setup, or usage of an isolated waterborne system can cause a hazardous condition and result in electric shock or other serious injury. � Ground the equip
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Warning WARNING Fire and Explosion Hazard Improper grounding, poor air ventilation, open flames, or sparks can cause a hazardous condition and result in a fire or explosion. � Electrostatic equipment must be used only by trained, qualified personnel who understand the requirements in this manual. � Ground the equipment, all personnel in or close to the spray area, the object being sprayed, and all other electrically conductive objects in the spray area. See Grounding, page 17. � Check gun res
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Warning WARNING Equipment Misuse Hazard Equipment misuse can cause the equipment to rupture, malfunction, or start unexpectedly and result in a serious injury. � This equipment is for professional use only. � Read all manuals, tags, and labels before operating the equipment. � Use the equipment only for its intended purpose. If you are uncertain, call your Graco distribu- tor. � Do not alter or modify equipment. Use only genuine Graco parts and accessories. � Do not operate the power supply a
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Introduction Introduction How the Electrostatic Air Spray Gun Works CAUTION The air hose supplies air to the spray gun. Part of the air operates the turbine and the rest of the air atomizes the fluid being sprayed. The turbine generates power, which The Graco warranty is void if the spray gun is con- is converted by the power cartridge to supply high volt- nected to a non-Graco voltage isolation system or if age current to the gun’s electrode. the gun is operated above 60 kV. The fluid sou
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Introduction � ES ON/OFF valve. Turns electrostatics ON (I) or Gun Overview OFF (0). The electrostatic gun includes the following controls � ES INDICATOR (standard gun only). Green when (see FIG. 1.). ES is ON (I). � FLUID adjustment valve. Adjusts fluid rod travel. � Voltage/current DISPLAY (smart models only). Use only in low flow conditions, to reduce wear. Shows voltage (V) and current (A). Green=spray, yellow/red=see Electrical Troubleshooting, page � Fan AIR adjustment valve. Adju
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Installation Installation System Requirements Install the System A safe, well designed voltage isolation system should have the following features: � All components of the isolation system that are WARNING charged to high voltage must be contained within an enclosure that prohibits persons from making con- Fire, Explosion, and Electric Shock Hazard tact with the high voltage components before the system voltage is discharged. Installing and servicing this equipment requires access to parts
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Installation B* Gun ES ON/OFF valve: I is ON, 0 is OFF BB Q* C DE U M A S B* P* K* L AA X N G R TI1896C W V* J Y T F Z H TI1775C Fig. 2. Typical Installation: PRO Xs Waterborne System Key T Grounding Rod A Main Air Supply Line U Ground Terminal B* Main Air Supply Shutoff Valve (bleed-type) V* Main Ground Wire C Pump Air Pressure Gauge W Strain Relief/Ground Fitting D Pump Air Pressure Regulator X Pump Air Supply Line EkV Meter Y Grounding Cylinder FPump Z Pump Fluid Outlet Fitting G Pump Suctio
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Installation 4. Connect the main air supply line (A) to the Ventilate the Spray Booth bleed-type air valve (B). The bleed valve shuts off all air to the system. Install an additional bleed-type air valve (B) upstream of the air filter (M) to isolate the filter for servicing. WARNING Flammable or Toxic Vapor Hazard WARNING Provide fresh air ventilation to avoid the buildup of flammable or toxic vapors. Do not Pressurized Equipment Hazard operate the gun unless ventilation fans are The blee
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Installation 1. Remove the gun air inlet fitting (35). See FIG. 3.. Shielded Hose 245252 C J B T F A A 7.40 in. (188 mm) A B 2.0 in. (50 mm) 16 104 108 Fig. 4. Waterborne Hose Dimensions (At Gun) 107 35 Unshielded 106 105 Hose 246431 38 C 103 39 102 TI2155A J 101 T Fig. 3. Connect the Fluid Hose A 1.25 in (32 mm) In a shielded hose system, if a hose failure occurs A where high voltage arcs through the inner tube, voltage will be discharged to ground through the conductive TI2742A hose layer
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Installation a. Graco WB100 Enclosure: Slide hose through the strain relief fitting (W). Ensure conductive C layer (C) has passed through fitting. Tighten to See Warning below. 55 in-lb (6.2 N�m). Pull back on hose to check it W J is secure. Comply with the requirements in Warning at right. See FIG. 6. and FIG. 7.. C T Shielded Hose 245252 T J Z B L A 14.5 in. (368 mm) TI2744A A B 0.75 in. (19 mm) Fig. 9. Unshielded fluid connection TI2166A Fig. 6. Waterborne Hose Dimensions (At Graco WB1
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Installation c. Connect the end of the tube (T) to the pump fluid outlet fitting (Z). Connect to elbow (282) inside control box (258) 402 407 401 CAUTION 406 The Graco warranty is void if the spray gun is con- Install tube A2 here nected to a non-Graco voltage isolation system or if the gun is operated above 60 kV. 403 CAUTION 408 Factory Mutual approval is valid only when this gun is 404 used with Factory Mutual approved voltage isolation systems. 245895 Agitator Kit To add an agitator to
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Installation 245944 Fluid Regulator Kit Connect to To add a fluid regulator to the Graco isolation system, Connect elbow (282) Tube A1 order Part No. 245944. See page 68 for the kit parts list. waterborne inside control fluid hose here box (258) 1. Discharge the system voltage (page 20). 506 501 2. Relieve the pressure (page 20). 507 504 3. Open the isolated enclosure door. 502 4. Remove the 1/4 OD tube (A1) from the pump air inlet; see the tubing diagram on page 64. 505 Connect tube A2 5.
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Installation Select a Fluid Nozzle and Air Table 1: Fluid Nozzles Cap Size, Size, Part No. Part No. mm (in.) mm (in.) 197263 0.75 (.030) 197266 1.5 (.055) 197264 1.0 (.042) 197267 1.8 (.070) WARNING 197265 1.2 (.047) 197268 2.0 (.080) Table 2: Air Caps Pressurized Equipment Hazard To reduce the risk of an injury, follow the Pattern Shape Recommended Fluids and Pressure Relief Procedure on page 20 Part No. and Length in. Production Rates before removing or installing a fluid nozzle (mm) and
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Installation � Voltage Isolation System: electrically connect to a Grounding true earth ground, as instructed in the voltage isola- tion system manual. � Object being sprayed: keep the workpiece hangers clean and grounded at all times. Resistance must WARNING not exceed 1 megohm. Fire, Explosion, and Electric Shock Hazard When operating the electrostatic gun, any ungrounded objects in the spray area (peo- ple, containers, tools, etc.) can become electrically charged. Improper grounding c
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Installation 7. Using an ohmmeter (AA), measure the resistance Check Electrical Grounding between the cabinet ground lug (214) and a true earth ground (CC). See FIG. 14.. The resistance 1. Have a qualified electrician check the electrical must be less than 100 ohms. grounding continuity of the spray gun and air hose. 2. Turn the ES ON/OFF valve OFF. I O ES ti1273a 3. Turn off the air and fluid supply to the gun. The fluid 214 hose must not have any fluid in it. AA
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Operation Operation Operating Checklist Check the following list daily, before starting to operate the system, to help ensure you of safe, efficient operation. All operators are properly trained to safely operate an electrostatic waterborne air spray system as instructed in this manual. All operators are trained in the Pressure Relief Procedure on page 20. The electrostatics are turned off and properly grounded according to the.Fluid Voltage Dis- charge and Grounding Procedure on page 20 be
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Operation Fluid Voltage Discharge and Pressure Relief Procedure Grounding Procedure WARNING WARNING Pressurized Equipment Hazard The system pressure must be manually Electric Shock Hazard relieved to prevent the system from starting The fluid supply is charged with high volt- or spraying accidentally. To reduce the risk age until the voltage is discharged. Contact of an injury from electric shock, accidental spray from with the charged components of the isola- the gun, splashing fluid, or
