Graco SDP15, SDM15, SDM5, SDP5 important safety instructions Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

 

 

 

Problem

Cause

Solution

 

 

 

Preset Models only - Trigger does not

Excessive dirt buildup is causing trip

Clean trip rod or replace (page 30).

reset sufficiently to dispense fluid.

rod to stick.

Order Kit 255889.

 

 

 

Meter leaks from twist lock nozzle.

Twist lock nozzle has a damaged

Replace nozzle. See Step 1 in Instal-

• It is important to distinguish

seal.

lation Procedure, page 11.

 

 

Valve has damaged or obstructed

Clean valve stem and o-rings or

between the two causes of this

seals.

replace. Order Kit 255888.

problem. A new nozzle will NOT

 

 

correct a fluid leak caused by a

 

 

faulty valve.

 

 

 

Poor swivel/hose connection.

Apply PTFE tape (leave a minimum 2

 

 

engaged threads uncovered for elec-

 

 

trical continuity) or sealant to threads

 

 

of hose and tighten the connection.

Meter leaks from swivel.

 

See Step 3 in Installation Procedure,

 

page 10.

 

Poor swivel/meter housing connec-

Torque the fitting to 20-25 ft.-lbs.

 

tion.

 

 

Swivel seals have deteriorated and

Replace swivel.

 

leak.

 

Unit does not stop dispensing when

Valve is dirty.

Clean valve.

assumed preset amount is dis-

Low battery.

Replace batteries, page 29.

pensed.

 

 

Solenoid not functioning (Preset

Replace solenoid.

 

 

only).

 

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Contents List of Models Important Safety InstructionsExtension Description ModelsSDM5 Manual Dispense Electronic Meters Model NumberExtension Description Nozzle Fluid Type SDM15 Manual Dispense Electronic MetersSDP5 Preset Dispense Electronic Meters SDP15 Preset Dispense Electronic Meters Skin Injection Hazard Fire and Explosion Hazard Drum Mount Bracket FIG InstallationTypical Installations FIG Mounting Bracket FIGGrounding Pressure Relief ProcedurePre-Installation Procedure Installation ProcedureInstalling Tube Extension FIG Installing Meter FIGInstalling Nozzle FIG Meter Display Meter OverviewNavigation and Modes Way Menu Navigation Button FIGManual Meters Setup Mode ScreensPreset Meters To display the Home ScreenAll Meters Main Setup Screen FIGDisplaying Setup Screen from an Operation Mode Screen Main Screen Features FIGFor All Meters Manual Meters Preset MetersAll meters include C E Preset meters also include F G Units/Limit Screen FIGCalibrate Screen FIG Calibration NumberFluids To attain the most accurate calibration Manual Calibration ProcedureRecalibrating the Meter FIG Choosing a Calibration Factor From the Calibration TableTo set Preset amounts FIG Preset Screen FIGFor Preset Meters Only Preset Meters include D, P and QLanguage Screen FIG Banner Screen Features D and RLanguage Screen Features D, S, and T Banner Screen FIGAll Meters include Include a D Dispensing Fluid and Operation Mode ScreensHome Screen FIG All Meters Manual MetersManual Dispense FIG To reset counter to zero after a dispenseTo dispense in Manual Mode Preset shownSee for terms D L Preset Dispense FIGTo modify the amount selected QTS50 QTS To dispense in Preset ModeTotals Screen FIG See for terms F, G, M PTo display Totals Screen Troubleshooting Problem Cause SolutionDo not trigger meter when nozzle Troubleshooting Err Error CodesError Code Cause Solution Manual Mode onlyReplacing the Battery ServiceDisassembly Trip Rod RepairSDP5 & SDP15 Meters Only Remove and discard o-ring 5 FIG Cleaning Trip Rod Reassembly Ti11938ab Replace 4 screws A. Torque each to 15-25 inch pounds SDM5 & SDM15 Manual Meters Parts Ref Part DescriptionQty Part Description 18a Part Description Qty SDP5 & SDP 15 Preset Meters Parts34c 34b 24d 24c 31a 24b 24a 24e 24f Nozzle 33 and Extension 20 Kits Nozzle 33 and Extension 20 Kits Nozzle 33 Kits Thermal Relief KitsPart No. Description PSI bar Rating Technical Data Graco Information Graco Extended Metered Dispense Valve Warranty

SDP5, SDM5, SDM15, SDP15 specifications

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