Foreword 1 Foreword Dear Customer! We are delighted that you have decided in favour of a HERKULES PFP made by our company. This operation manual is intended for the operating and maintenance person- nel. It contains all the information required to working with this unit.
2.1 Explanation of symbols Safety information warns you of potential risks of accidents and tell you the measures that are needed to prevent accidents. In WIWA operation manuals, safety information is specially highlighted and marked as follows: DANGER Indicates danger of accidents; if you ignore the safety notes, there is a high...
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Indicates references to guidelines, work instructions and operation manuals that contain important information which you must observe at all times. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Always secure the spray gun during every work break! ➤ Always check that the safety mechanism on the spray gun works before ➤ each use! Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Only use conductive material hoses. All original material hoses from ➤ WIWA are conductive and perfectly adapted to our equipment. WARNING If the unit is contaminated during spraying by coating material, the increasing coating thickness may cause electrostatic charging. Static discharges can cause fire and explosion.
Each time work is interrupted, set the ram control levers to the “Stop” ➤ position. WARNING Objects placed on the rams may fall down during a stroke movement and cause injuries. Never place any objects on the rams! ➤ Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Damaged and illegible information signs must be replaced immediately. Apart from this you should also read and follow the safety notes in the operation manual. Fig. 1: Safety Information Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
After closing the air, the unit is still pressurized. This means that before car- rying out maintenance and repair work, you must always carry out complete pressure release! Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
(see chapter 4.3.3 on page 22). If the grounding cable ist defect or lost you must order a new immediately. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Wear protective clothing Always wear the protective clothing prescribed for your work environment and follow the recommendations in the safety data sheet issued by the mate- rial manufacturer. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
➤ The unit must only be operated within the specified limiting values and ➤ parameters. 2.6.2 Spare parts When carrying out maintenance and repair work, you must only use WIWA ➤ original spare parts. Use of spare parts which have not been manufactured or delivered by ➤ WIWA renders any warranty null and void.
In the case of injuries by processing materials or solvents, always have avail- able the manufacturer’s safety data sheet (address, phone number, material designation and material number of the supplier or manufacturer) for the attending physician. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
The technical data for your unit can be found in the attached machine card. 3.1 Intended use The HERKULES PFP is intended for the application of insulating layer forming flame retardants in commercial and industrial applications. Any other use is considered to be unintended. If you intend to use the unit for other purposes or with other materials and thus not for the purpose for which it is intended, you must ask WIWA for permission –...
Unit description 3.2 Unit configuration Fig. 5: Front view of the HERKULES PFP No. Designation Silencer Air motor Overflow with ventilation hole Twin post ram Fluid pump Connection for the spray hose Drain ball valve Drain hose Follow plate Release agent filler neck Release agent drain screw...
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Unit description Fig. 6: Rear view of the HERKULES PFP No. Designation Maintenance unit Ring screws for safe lifting with hoisting devices Air pressure regulator for the ram Air pressure regulator for the pump Deicing system Pressure gauge for the air inlet pressure...
➤ up and in compliance with the intended use of the system. 4.2 Installation location The HERKULES PFP can be installed inside and outside spray booths. However, outdoor installation should be preferred in order to avoid contamination. WARNING If the unit is used outside during a thunderstorm, a lightning strike can cause a life-threatening situation for the operating personnel.
Compare the maximum operating pressure of the safety valves with the ➤ specifications in the machine card or on the type plate. These data must match! Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
In order to ground the unit, connect the main grounding cable first to clamp 1 of the grounding terminal and then to an electrically conductive object outside the hazardous area. Fig. 10: Grounding terminal Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Connect the compressed air sup- ply hose to the air maintenance unit. Fig. 11: Compressed air connection Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Increase the air inlet pressure with the air pressure regulator for the pump slowly to the maximum permissible value given on the type plate. Check that all parts of the machine are tight. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
WARNING Heating up flushing agents can cause an explosion. This may result in seri- ous injury to persons and damage to property. In order to avoid the danger of explosion caused by heating up the flush- ➤ ing agent, it must not be pumped longer than 5 minutes. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
This work is best done by a second person so that there is no loss of working time for the mixed material. Fig. 15: Mixing of material Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Too high spraying pressure causes increased ➤ material consumption and paint mist. Too low spraying pressure results in the ➤ Fig. 17: Spraying distance appearance of stripes and differences in the coating thickness. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Once all air has escaped from the material container, close the ventilation ball valve on the follow plate. Adjust the optimal spraying pressure using the air pressure regulator for the pump. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Collect the remaining solvent that exits the drain hose, in a con- tainer for waste material. Close the drain valve again as soon as the processing material exits the drain hose. Proceed with coating work. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
You must be particularly careful during disassembly work! ➤ When disconnecting material hoses you should cover the screw fitting ➤ with a cloth to catch any escaping material sprays. CAUTION The parts of the fluid pump are heavy. At best, work In pairs and position a soft mat to catch falling parts. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
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Fig. 23: Remove the HP-head and the dual piston from the coupling Take care that the dual piston, packings, seals and threads are not damaged. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Rests of spraying material, cleaning agent, oils, greases and other chem- ➤ ical substances must be collected in accordance with statutory provisions concerning recycling and waste disposal. The official local waste water laws are valid. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Maintenance and repair work on electrical components must only be car- ➤ ried out by trained electricians – any other maintenance and repair work must be performed by WIWA customer service or by specially trained personnel. Before maintenance and repair work: Cut off the compressed air supply.
Press up the locking slide on the oil reservoir and unscrew the oil reservoir by turning it anti-clockwise. Take care of the O-ring that seals the oil reservoir. It may be displaced or even fall out at dismantling. Check whether the O-ring fits correctly – if necessary, fit it correctly. Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Check the amount of release agent before every start-up. The release agent level must be at least half the inspection glass. If required, top up the amount of release agent through the filler pipe. We recommend using release agent from WIWA (order number 0163333). Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
If the release agent is found to be contaminated with material residues, you must assume that the packing of the fluid pump is worn. In this case, have the pump packing replaced as soon as possible by WIWA customer service or by specially trained personnel. After the examination, top up the amount of fresh release agent through the filler pipe. ...
Replace packings. (wear). Coating material spills out of the air 1. Packings are worn. Replace packings. motor anti-vaccum hole. Note: Do not close or block the ventilation hole! Translation of the original operation manual HERKULES PFP HERKULES PFP_BAoDB_en_1402_B · rs...
Technical data 8 Technical data You find the technical data for your HERKULES PFP in the attached machine card or on the type plate. 8.1 Machine card The machine card contains all important and safety relevant data and informa- tion about the unit: exact designation and manufacturer data, ➤...
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