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NEW For 1997.
Hydrapulse “B” Version.
Starting with serial
DO NOT attempt to operate this machine until you have read and understand
ALL safety precautions and operating instructions.
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H.E.R.O. INDUSTRIES LTD. 1100MD OWNERS MANUAL - “B” VERSION
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H.E.R.O. WARRANTY H.E.R.O. INDUSTRIES LTD., guarantees this airless pump to be free of defects in materials and workmanship to the original owner, for a period of one full year from the date of purchase. The warranty entitles the owner to parts replacement at no charge. The parts replacement warranty is valid for any necessary replacement, whither caused by material or workmanship defect or simple wear. The hydrapulse membrane (part# 4-04-22-4500) is warranted for LIFE. Installation co
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TABLE OF CONTENTS For greatest user satisfaction, please familiarize yourself with all maintenance and operational instructions Important Safety Precautions ..............................................................................................3-4 Introduction................................ ...........................................................................................5 Operating Instructions .......................................................
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING NEVER PLACE FINGERS NEAR SPRAY TIP OF GUN. NEVER POINT GUN TOWARD ANY PART OF YOUR BODY, OR THAT OF ANY OTHER PERSON. MATERIAL ISSUING FROM THE SPRAY TIP IS AT HIGH PRESSURE. IF FINGERS, OR ANY PART OF THE BODY ARE PLACED NEAR THE TIP OF THE SPRAY GUN, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE SPRAY COULD BREAK THE SKIN AND INJECT SOME OF THE SPRAY MATERIAL. IF INJURY DOES OCCUR, SEEK THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF A MEDICAL DOCTOR. BE PREPARED TO INFORM THE DOCTOR WHAT
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ALWAYS þ ALWAYS follow H.E.R.O. recommendations for operation and safety completely. þ ALWAYS ensure that switch is in off position before plugging in the electric motor. þ ALWAYS set trigger lock on gun in "LOCKED" position when not in use, with gun locked close. þ ALWAYS check connections and fittings for tightness before operating the unit. þ ALWAYS locate the unit i
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H.E.R.O. AIRLESS SPRAY PAINTING Welcome to the world of H.E.R.O. airless paint spraying. We are sure you will enjoy owning and operating your new H.E.R.O. model 1100MD. With H.E.R.O. airless spray equipment you will avoid the inconvenience and mess of overspray. You are spraying paint, not air, and the paint is driven to the painting surface in a clean, fan shaped spray which penetrates all cracks and corners. To attain these results, you must adjust the pr
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SETTING UP TO SPRAY 1. Remove unit from shipping carton. 2. Remove shipping seal from under hydraulic tank cap. 43 3. Re-position paint tank lid knob from the shipping position, on the underside of lid, and place on the lid top. Paint 4. Attach paint hose to outgo tee (ref# 43) and gun to paint hose. NOTE; Spray tip and tip guard should be attached to gun prior to attaching to hose. 5. To ass
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FLUSHING THE UNIT AT SHUTDOWN OR COLOR CHANGE If shutting down for a short period of time, it is sufficient to trigger the gun to relieve pressure. Then set the safety lock on gun to "locked" position with the gun locked closed and immerse the gun in a container of the correct thinner for the paint you are spraying. If shutting down at job completion, for the night, or to change colors; 1. Turn pressure control knob counter clockw
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SPECIAL NOTES AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS NEVER LEAVE THE UNIT UNDER PRESSURE WHEN NOT SPRAYING (MOTOR TURNED OFF). RELIEVE PRESSURE BY TRIGGERING GUN. NEVER STORE THE UNIT WITH PAINT OR WATER IN THE PUMP SYSTEM, EVEN OVERNIGHT. ý NEVER attempt to start the motor when the unit is under pressure. Relieve pressure and follow instructions in "Setting up to spray" ý NEVER attempt to
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AIRLESS SPRAY PAINTING SUGGESTIONS AND TECHNIQUE A good airless spray application is the result of many factors. Surface preparation, which includes cleaning and degreasing, priming, material compatibility, quality finish product and correct application technique. All are all important to the finished results. The key to all good applications is a good spray gun technique. The finished results are what the cli
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AIRLESS SPRAY PAINTING SUGGESTIONS AND TECHNIQUE FIG. Poor Good Tailing Good Pattern Fog, Overspray FIG. FIG. FIG. FIG. FIG. 10 H.E.R.O. INDUSTRIES LTD. 1100MD OWNERS MANUAL - “B” VERSION
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SPRAY TIP SELECTION TIP SIZE FOR APPLICATION OF .021 Exterior Latex on large unobstructed areas.(max. size allowed) ( 60 OZ. ) .018 Interior Latex, Exterior Latex, Shake Paint, Exterior Flat Paints. ( 46 OZ. ) .015 Alkyd Flat Enamel, Interior Latex, Semi-Gloss Enamel, Stains. ( 30 OZ. )
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TROUBLESHOOTING Hydraulic Energy Regulated Output (H.E.R.O.) is more than just our name, it is the bases for the operation of the pump. It is the regulation or control, of hydraulic energy, which allows the equipment to build and then deliver or have an output of pressure. Once you have a basic understanding of the operation of the equipment and the effect created in one area and how it will effect operation in another area, you will be
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TROUBLESHOOTING is being pulled backward by the hydrapulse membrane spring, (ref# 48). The backward hydrapulse membrane movement causes a vacuum in the paint pump. This vacuum causes the intake valve to open, allowing a new supply of paint to enter. The corresponding paint outgo valve is drawn closed by the vacuum created by the hydrapulse membrane. These operations are repeated at a rate of 750 times a minute. These continuously repeated actions draw paint into the pump, pres
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TROUBLESHOOTING The solution to almost all problems can usually be found in the paint side valves. However, before performing any repair or looking further, the following are things which can cause an apparent sprayer failure, without any mechanical probl em. ALWAYS check these items before preceding. 1. Circuit breaker open or fuse blown . 9. Gun handle filter plugged. 2. Motor not plugged in. 10. Paint hose
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TROUBLESHOOTING HYDRAPULSE MEMBRANE TEST If your unit is disabled and you are unable to perform a pressure test, use the following procedures for determining the area to repair. This test will divide the two halves of the equipment (hydraulic from paint) and make identification of your solution easier to obtain. This test is commonly referred to as the "Hydrapulse Membrane Test" The solution to almost all problems can be found in the paint side v
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TROUBLESHOOTING SITUATION POSSIBLE CAUSE (REMEDY) ELECTRIC MOTOR WON'T START/RUN 1. Unit unplugged or building circuit fuse is blown. (check, replace or reset fuse) 2. Pump under pressure. (reduce pressure setting by turning pressure control knob counter-clockwise, trigger gun to relieve pressure). 3. Too light or too long of exte
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TROUBLESHOOTING SITUATION POSSIBLE CAUSE (REMEDY) TOTAL LOSS OF PRESSURE, HYDRAPULSE MEMBRANE MOVEMENT CANNOT BE STOPPED OR ALTERED. (SEE "HYDRAPULSE MEMBRANE TEST") 1. Paint too thick. (thin paint according to manufacturer's recommendations). 2. Intake ball (ref# 20) worn or jammed opened/closed. (remove intake endcap (ref# 16) and ball guide (ref# 23). Inspect intake ball,(ref# 20), to ensure it is free, round, and has no
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TROUBLESHOOTING SITUATION POSSIBLE CAUSE (REMEDY) PUDDLE OF OIL APPEARING UNDER SPRAYER DURING OPERATION 1. Hydraulic fitting loose/cracked or hydraulic lines are punctured. (examine all hydraulic lines and fittings for cracks, breaks or looseness. Replace or tighten as required). 2. Piston seals (ref# 87) worn. (remove and replace piston seals, following closely the detailed instructions on page 23-34). CORRECT STATIC PRESSURE, BUT REDUCED SPRAYING PRESS
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recommendations). TROUBLESHOOTING SITUATION POSSIBLE CAUSE (REMEDY) FLUID BEING SPRAYED OUT OF TIP PULSATES, SPRAY HOSE LIES QUIET WHEN GUN TRIGGER CLOSED 1. Spray tip worn out or too large. (replace with new tip of correct size. Tip must not exceed a good condition .031 tip ). 2. Paint hose incorrect type. (replace with genuine top quality H.E.R.O. airless spray hose. Steel braided hose is not
