LA844M Electric Applicator: Customer Product Manual Part 1062950A02
LA844M Electric Applicator: Customer Product Manual Part 1062950A02
LA844M Electric Applicator: Customer Product Manual Part 1062950A02
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Table of Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Qualified Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Regulations and Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Personal Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
High-Pressure Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Fire Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Halogenated Hydrocarbon Solvent Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Action in the Event of a Malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety Labels and Tags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Key Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Starting the Applicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Adjusting the Needle Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Adjusting the Fluid Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Shutting Down the Applicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Recommended Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Relieving System Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Cleaning Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Replacing a Filter Screen (Bayonet Filter Assembly) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Remove the Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Replace the Filter Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Replacing a Filter Screen (Universal In-Out Filter Assembly) . . . . . . . . . . 22
Remove the Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Replace the Filter Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Install the Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Replacing a Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Replacing a Nozzle or Needle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Using the Illustrated Parts Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Single-Module, Single-Filter Applicator Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Two-Module, Two-Filter Applicator Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Single-Module, Single Filter Applicator With Pressure Sensor Parts . . . 36
Module Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Filter Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Bayonet Filter With Bracket Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Universal In-Out Filter Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Tubing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Driver and Driver Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Recommended Spare Parts and Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Applicator Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Torque Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Module Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Safety
Read and follow these safety instructions. Task- and equipment-specific
warnings, cautions, and instructions are included in equipment
documentation where appropriate.
Qualified Personnel
Equipment owners are responsible for making sure that Nordson equipment
is installed, operated, and serviced by qualified personnel. Qualified
personnel are those employees or contractors who are trained to safely
perform their assigned tasks. They are familiar with all relevant safety rules
and regulations and are physically capable of performing their assigned
tasks.
Intended Use
Use of Nordson equipment in ways other than those described in the
documentation supplied with the equipment may result in injury to persons
or damage to property.
Personal Safety
To prevent injury follow these instructions.
High-Pressure Fluids
High-pressure fluids, unless they are safely contained, are extremely
hazardous. Always relieve fluid pressure before adjusting or servicing high
pressure equipment. A jet of high-pressure fluid can cut like a knife and
cause serious bodily injury, amputation, or death. Fluids penetrating the skin
can also cause toxic poisoning.
WARNING! Any injury caused by high pressure liquid can be serious. If you
are injured or even suspect an injury:
The seriousness of the wound depends on where the injury is on the body,
whether the substance hit something on its way in and deflected causing
more damage, and many other variables including skin microflora residing
in the paint or gun which are blasted into the wound. If the injected paint
contains acrylic latex and titanium dioxide that damage the tissue’s
resistance to infection, bacterial growth will flourish. The treatment that
doctors recommend for an injection injury to the hand includes immediate
decompression of the closed vascular compartments of the hand to release
the underlying tissue distended by the injected paint, judicious wound
debridement, and immediate antibiotic treatment.
Fire Safety
To avoid a fire or explosion, follow these instructions.
S Ground all conductive equipment. Use only grounded air and fluid
hoses. Check equipment and workplace grounding devices regularly.
Resistance to ground must not exceed one megohm.
S Shut down all equipment immediately if you notice static sparking or
arcing. Do not restart the equipment until the cause has been identified
and corrected.
S Do not smoke, weld, grind, or use open flames where flammable
materials are being used or stored.
S Do not heat materials to temperatures above those recommended by
the manufacturer. Make sure heat monitoring and limiting devices are
working properly.
S Provide adequate ventilation to prevent dangerous concentrations of
volatile particles or vapors. Refer to local codes or your material MSDS
for guidance.
S Do not disconnect live electrical circuits when working with flammable
materials. Shut off power at a disconnect switch first to prevent sparking.
S Know where emergency stop buttons, shutoff valves, and fire
extinguishers are located. If a fire starts in a spray booth, immediately
shut off the spray system and exhaust fans.
S Shut off electrostatic power and ground the charging system before
adjusting, cleaning, or repairing electrostatic equipment.
S Clean, maintain, test, and repair equipment according to the instructions
in your equipment documentation.
S Use only replacement parts that are designed for use with original
equipment. Contact your Nordson representative for parts information
and advice.
Check your material MSDS or contact your material supplier for more
information. If you must use halogenated hydrocarbon solvents, contact
your Nordson representative for information about compatible Nordson
components.
S Disconnect and lock out system electrical power. Close hydraulic and
pneumatic shutoff valves and relieve pressures.
S Identify the reason for the malfunction and correct it before restarting the
system.
Disposal
Dispose of equipment and materials used in operation and servicing
according to local codes.
Description
The LA844M electric applicator applies low-viscosity, unheated fluids (such
as perfumes) to a product. It is particularly suited for fast, intermittent,
non-contact applications. The LA844M applicator is available in the
following configurations:
S single-module, single-filter
S two-module, two-filter
S single-module, single-filter with pressure sensor
1 2
Intended Use
LA844M applicators are designed for the application of low-viscosity,
unheated fluids (such as perfumes) in non-contact glue applications.
Theory of Operation
Driven by an electric applicator driver (usually an E400 driver that has been
programmed specifically for use with this applicator), the LA844M applicator
provides all-electric actuation, eliminating the need for compressed air. Fluid
enters the inlet port of the applicator and is directed through the manifold
into the module seat, which is sealed by the end of the armature. When the
applicator coil is energized by the driver, the armature lifts off of the seat,
allowing fluid to flow from the applicator. The armature is held off the seat by
the magnetic attraction of the coil. When the driver de-energizes the coil,
the coil loses its magnetic attraction and the armature is forced back into the
seat by a return spring, stopping the fluid flow.
The needle stroke of the dispensing module can be adjusted via the
armature, even during operation.
Key Parts
2
1
3
9
8
4
5
7
6
Figure 3 Key parts of an LA844M applicator
1. Filter (bayonet filter assembly shown) 6. Nozzle
2. Mounting rods 7. Dispensing module
3. Hose connector 8. Cable (connects to driver)
4. Manifold 9. Armature
5. Drain valve
Installation
WARNING! Allow only personnel with appropriate training and experience
to operate or service the equipment. The use of untrained or inexperienced
personnel to operate or service the equipment can result in injury, including
death, to themselves and others, and damage to the equipment.
Use the mounting rods to mount the applicator. In addition, follow these
installation guidelines:
Operation
Use these procedures to operate the applicator. Before operating the
applicator for the first time, make sure you have completed the installation
process and flushed the applicator.
Maintenance
Use these procedures to properly maintain the applicator. Attempting any
other maintenance procedures can result in improper system operation,
equipment damage, or personal injury.
1. Stop the fluid supply system. Refer to the supply system manual.
2. Place a drain pan under the applicator drain valve.
3. See Figure 5. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to open the applicator drain
valve by turning the drain valve screw counterclockwise. Some fluid will
drain from the valve.
4. Trigger the module(s).
5. Close the applicator drain valve.
Cleaning Nozzles
Nozzles should be cleaned weekly (or as needed) to prevent them from
becoming clogged. Follow this procedure to clean a nozzle.
5. Clean the nozzle orifices by using a pin-type probe that is one size
smaller than the orifice size. Insert the probe in the direction opposite
the fluid flow and then remove the probe without twisting it, as shown in
Figure 6.
NOTE: Nordson offers a nozzle cleaning kit that contains a holder and
several probe sizes. Refer to Recommended Spare Parts and Supplies
under Parts.
3. Purge any dirt particles from the filter bore with fluid by running the
supply system briefly.
7. Purge the filter bore with fluid by running the supply system briefly. This
forces air through the pressure relief screw.
NOTE: If the filter is stuck, grasp it with a pair of pliers to remove it.
3. Purge any dirt particles from the filter bore with fluid by running the
supply system briefly.
Troubleshooting
This section contains troubleshooting procedures. These procedures cover
only the most common problems that you may encounter. If you cannot
solve the problem with the information given here, contact your Nordson
representative for help.
Troubleshooting (contd)
5. Hydraulic leaks at the Sealing seat contaminated Remove the seat and clean it with
nozzle cold, running water.
NOTE: Do not use sharp or metallic
tools to clean parts. They may
damage the parts.
Nozzle or needle worn Replace the nozzle or needle. Refer
to Replacing a Nozzle or Needle
under Repair.
Repair
Troubleshooting activities may identify needed repairs. Use these repair
procedures as appropriate.
Replacing a Module
1. Relieve system pressure. Refer to Relieving System Pressure under
Maintenance as needed.
2. Disconnect and lock out electrical power to the applicator driver.
3. Disconnect the module cable from the driver cable.
4. If desired, remove the nozzle. Refer to Replacing a Nozzle or Needle
later in this manual as needed.
5. See Figure 11. Remove the module and cable assembly from the
applicator manifold.
Figure 12 Location of the O-ring between the module and fluid manifold
7. Apply anti-seize lubricant to the module screw and install the new
module on the manifold.
8. If applicable, reinstall the nozzle. Refer to Replacing a Nozzle or Needle
later in this manual as needed.
9. Connect the new module cable to the driver cable and restore the
system to normal operation.
10. If there is leakage from the bottom of the module, tighten the module
adjusting plate as follows:
a. See Figure 13. Loosen the 8-32 screws (1) that secure the module
adjusting plate (2).
b. Turn the 10-32 screw (3) on the back of the module.
3
Figure 13 Tightening the module adjusting plate
1. 8-32 screws 3. 10-32 screw
2. Module adjusting plate
Parts
Using the Illustrated Parts Lists
To order parts, call the Nordson Customer Service Center or your local
Nordson representative. Use these five-column parts lists, and the
accompanying illustrations, to describe and locate parts correctly. The
following chart provides guidance for reading the parts lists.
The number in the Item column corresponds to the circled item number in the
parts list illustration. A dash in this column indicates that the item is an
assembly.
The number in the Part column is the Nordson part number you can
use to order the part. A series of dashes indicates that the part is
not saleable. In this case, you must order either the assembly in
which the part is used or a service kit that includes the part.
5 6 7 8
13
19
1 10
11
19
12
20
14
10
1 11
8 7
11
9
12
13
3
14
3
7
4 9
5
8 11
15
12
13
10
17
11 2
16
8
18
Module Parts
See Figure 18.
18 19
LOCTITE
17
3
5 6
2
16
7
20
8
5
10
12
13
14
15
WHT WIRE−GRD
22
11 1
3 2
COIL RED WIRE
4
BLACK WIRE
21
Filter Assemblies
Your applicator may have one of two filter assemblies. Refer to the correct
parts list for your applicator.
1
8 6
2
9
112
114
113
111
Nozzles
Part Description Note
727066 Nozzle, ball, 0.20 mm
727299 Nozzle, ball, 0.25 mm
727067 Nozzle, ball, 0.30 mm
727068 Nozzle, ball, 0.35 mm
727069 Nozzle, ball, 0.40 mm
727070 Nozzle, ball, 0.50 mm
727071 Nozzle, ball, 0.60 mm
727072 Nozzle, ball, 0.70 mm
Tubing
Part Description Note
310717 Tubing, 0.25 OD x 0.12 ID in. A
NOTE A: This tubing may be used to transfer fluid from the fluid supply system to the applicator.
Technical Data
Applicator Specifications
Due to technological or quality improvements, specifications are subject to
change without notice. Please note that specifications are generally
expressed in maximum values and that all specification values may not
necessarily be achieved simultaneously.
Torque Specification
This torque specification is also stated within the appropriate procedure.
Item Specification
Nozzle 0.6 NSm (5 in.-lb)
Dimensions
28.6
87.3 1.13
3.44
132.1 7.9
135.7 5.20 .31
5.34
TO
REMOVE
FILTER
98.4
3.88
22.2
.88
44.5
1.75
Figure 21 Single-module, single-filter applicator dimensions
Dimensions (contd)
135.70
5.343
132.08
5.2000
TO REMOVE
FILTER
107.91
4.249
87.33
3.438
128.57
5.062
66.68 50.80
2.625 2.000
7.94
.313
23.34
.919
23.34
.919
20
.787
2X .268 .738
M8X1.25 − 6H .591
MOUNTING HOLES
1.500
57.15
255.20 2.250
10.047
63.50
2.500
MIN. DIST. REQ’D
FOR FILTER REMOVAL
146.64
5.773
63.50
63.50 2.500
2.500
149.17
5.873
WHT WIRE−GRD
1
3 2
COIL RED WIRE
4
BLACK WIRE