INSTALLATION
The TP0423S5XXXXXXXX Ram System comes completely assembled. Remove the unit from the crate and place on a level surface. Install the material hose and dispensing device as required.
When the following instructions are observed, heavy paste materials can be pumped directly from their original drum without air inclusion or excessive waste. The follower plate creates an air tight seal as well as
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS / INITIAL
WARNING STAND CLEAR WHEN RAISING OR LOWERING THE LIFT.
Read the warnings on page 2 of
AIR CONTROLS
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F
H
C
B
| A |
| E |
| D |
OFF | ON |
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| A - Air inlet |
| B - Ram pressure gauge |
| C - Ram air filter / regulator |
D- Follower plate air supply valve E - Ram control lever
F - Pump air filter / regulator G - Pump air supply valve H - Pump pressure gauge
Figure 2
TO RAISE THE LIFT, (the first time):
1.Take note of the pump / drum clearance above. Be cer- tain the lift / ram is clear of any objects above. Also, refer to “Operating and Safety Precautions” found on page 2 of
2.Connect the air supply (150 p.s.i. / 10.3 bar max.) to the air inlet. Adjust the air pressure on the lift / ram pressure regulator (turn the knob clockwise) to 20 p.s.i. (1.4 bar).
3.Shift the control valve lever to the “up” position.
4.Raise the lift / ram high enough to clear the height of the drum. Stop the lift upward travel by moving the control valve lever to the “neutral” (center) position.
5.Once the lift / ram assembly and pump are in the “up” position, place and center an opened 5 gallon drum of material on the lift / ram base.
6.Lubricate the lower follower wiper plate seal with grease. This ensures a smooth fit into the drum, as well as pre- vents curing type compounds from bonding to the seal. NOTE: Make certain the grease is compatible with the material being dispensed.
7.Check the vent plug on the follower plate to be sure it
easily threads in and out. It is recommended to lubricate the threads of the plug to help prevent possible
TO LOWER LIFT:
WARNING PINCH HAZARD. Follower can descend quickly, causing injury. Keep hands clear when align- ing with container. Read the warnings on page 2 of
NOTE: Be certain the follower plate vent plug has been re- moved so that the air trapped between the follower and the material is allowed to escape from this vent. Captured air between the follower plate and drum will escape.
NOTE: The lift / ram may hesitate momentarily before start- ing downward. The air pressure inside the post air chamber must decrease before it will begin to descend.
1.Shift the control valve lever to the “down” position and proceed to lower the pump.
2.Replace the vent plug once the material begins to ooze from the vent opening.
3.The unit is now ready for operation. Open the pump air supply valve. Adjust the air pressure on the pump filter / regulator (turn the pump regulator knob clockwise) until the pump begins to cycle.
4.Trigger the gun to prime the pump with material.
TO RAISE LIFT, (normal operation):
1.Close the pump air supply valve.
2.Shift the control valve lever to the “up” position.
3.Raise the lift / ram high enough to clear the height of the drum. Stop the lift upward travel by moving the control valve lever to the “neutral” (center) position.
TO CHANGE THE DRUM:
NOTE: The control valve lever must be in the “neutral” posi- tion.
1.To avoid damage, DO NOT OVER PRESSURIZE THE DRUM.
2.Open the folllower plate supply valve to allow air under the follower plate.
3.Shift the control valve lever to the “up” position.
4.Place and center a new drum into position. Remove the cover.
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