NORDSTROM ®

HYPREGUN –PLUS 5Q
®

Assembly, Operation and

Maintenance Manual

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Contents
Nordstrom Valve Sealants .............................................................2
Nordstrom Valve Sealants
Functions of Nordstrom Valve Sealants ........................................3
At Nordstrom Valves, Inc. our primary goal is to serve
lubricated valve users with the highest quality sealant and
Hypregun-Plus 5Q.........................................................................4 sealant injection equipment.
We offer:
• A broad variety of valve sealants
Illustrations ............................................................................5 & 6
• A flexible service-oriented manufacturing
facility providing outstanding quality control
Parts List.......................................................................................7 • An experienced, dedicated staff ready to serve
your needs

Replacement Parts and Kits ...................................................8 & 9 Nordstrom Valves, Inc. success comes from customer
service. Competent, experienced personnel handle your orders
Assembly Instructions........................................................10 & 11 from development ... to order entry ... to manufacturing ... to
shipping.

Operation.....................................................................................12 We supply the most advanced formulations.

Our high-quality sealants range from -150°F to 700°F
(101.1°C to 371.1°C) ... and from air and water applications to
Care and Maintenance .................................................................13
the most aggressive line fluids.

Sealant Delivery...........................................................................14 Consult your Nordstrom Authorized Distributor for

information on valve sealants.
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................15

Customer Assistance...................................................................16

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Functions of Nordstrom Valve Sealants

1. Drop-Tight Seal - To secure an absolutely tight seal, the film 4. Plug Jacking - The fundamental operating principle of the
of the sealant works to form a seal between the sealing traditional lubricated plug valve design lies in the application
surfaces of the valve. The seal is formed by sealant of Pascal’s Law. The law states that a unit pressure applied to
transmitted through a system of passageways around the the liquid contained in a sealed vessel is transmitted to every
valve port. With proper selection of sealant for your particular part of the liquid with undiminished force, thus multiplying the
service, the seal can be retained over a wide range of temper- force many times, depending on the area of the interior of the
atures and pressures. vessel. The sealant, under pressure developed by sealant
injection, supplies the hydraulic means for lifting the plug
2. Lubrication - Prevents metal-to-metal contact of the valve from its tapered seat when and if that force is needed to
sealing surfaces by filming over bearing irregularities. No free the plug.
matter how finely ground a metal surface may be, the metal is
a series of tiny peaks and valleys. As one metal surface slides
against another, friction is set up and adhesion, shearing, or
plowing may result. A protective film of sealant over the
bearing area prevents metal-to-metal rubbing.

3. Renewable Seat - There is no need to disassemble a

lubricated valve or remove it from service to replace mildly
damaged seats. Sealant, as a structural part of lubricated
valves, provides a flexible and renewable seat, eliminating the
necessity of force fit contact to effect a seal. For this purpose,
the sealant not only must have proper plasticity, but also
resistance to line fluids such as solvents and chemicals.
Sealant forms a seal between the sealing surfaces of the valve
even under pressure.
Nordstrom offers more
than twenty five varieties
of sealants for plug, ball,
and gate valves. Stick and
bulk grades are available
in most formulas.

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Hypregun-Plus 5Q
The Nordstrom Hypregun-Plus 5Q was developed using the How to get the most out
original Nordstrom Hypregun design and modifications as of your Hypregun-Plus 5Q
suggested by many Hypregun owners. This design continues to
meet field and plant maintenance needs of valve users. The following suggestions will ensure efficient and continued
The Hypregun-Plus 5Q is ideal for large scale valve servicing operation of the gun:
in refineries, compressor stations, gasoline plants, cycling plants, • If the air motor operates slowly because of low temperatures or
pipelines, and manifold installations. other causes, introduce light machine oil into the motor through
The Hypregun-Plus 5Q is a compact, highly efficient, air the air supply. This will, in most cases, free a stalled air motor
operated sealant injection device with a 100:1 pressure ratio and and permit it to operate more efficiently.
double acting piston. Continued positive pressure applied to the
side cylinders assures intimate contact between the follower plate • Remove any service sealant from the exposed portion of the
and sealant. Positive pressure makes it possible for the Hypregun- pumping mechanism to reduce drag and prevent sealant from
Plus 5Q to pump sealant at a much lower temperature than is entering portions of the gun not designed for this purpose.
possible with dispensing equipment without this feature. • Provide a means of removing moisture from the air supply
The follower plate is engineered to promote flow of sealant to to the gun if used at subfreezing temperatures. Use of air
the foot valve at all workable air pressures, but air pressures filters should accomplish
between 100 and 125 psi (6.9 to 8.6 bar) give the most efficient this purpose.
operation. Lower air pressure can be used but the gun delivery
• Do not damage the thin
volume will be reduced accordingly. It is important that the gun
walled cylinder
not be used on air pressures exceeding the 125 psi (8.6 bar)
surrounding the piston
rating of the air motor. The air motor uses a maximum of 11.4
of the air motor. Any
cubic feet of air per minute when operated at 125 psi (8.6 bar) air
imperfection in this
pressure and with zero load. Reduced air pressure and increased
cylinder will reduce
load reduce air consumption although not lineally.
the effectiveness of
The amount of sealant delivered by the Hypregun-Plus 5Q
the gun and
depends on available air pressure to the gun, type of sealant and
shorten its life.
the temperature at which the sealant is dispensed.
A moisture trap (not supplied with the gun) for use on air
sources containing appreciable amounts of water is quite
advantageous for low temperature applications. Moisture, if
allowed to reach the air motor, can condense and freeze, causing
the air motor to stall. Air line filters for removing moisture from
the air supply are available from several manufacturers.
The Hypregun-Plus 5Q is designed to use five-quart
(4.7 litre) sealant cans, which have been materially strengthened
with welded seams. These cans are standard containers for all
Nordstrom bulk sealants. The can shield supplied with each gun
gives added strength to the can.
The five-quart (4.7 litre) can and shield
have been developed specifically for use
with the Hypregun-Plus 5Q. We do
not recommend using other
containers or sealants developed
by other manufacturers.

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Illustration
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Detail-1 31

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90
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5 16
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2 60
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34 72 79
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26
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18 C 62
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Figure 1

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Illustration
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6
9
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10
7
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71 Section A-A

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53

55

77
57
83
86 37 41
82
87 38
84
39
76 40

83 30 85 74
74
Figure 2 42
(Side View Less Wheel)

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14 69
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33 78
45 47
64 68
89
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49 52
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Parts List
Figure 1 Part Qty. Figure 2 Part Qty.
Ref. Part Name Number Reqd. Ref. Part Name Number Reqd.
1 Air motor 1900037 1 30 Restrictor ell assembly 40876 1
2 Retainer 40864 1 57 Nipple 927309 1
3 Throttle valve 927325 1 71 Handle 1900068 1
5 Nylon air tube 60023 1 74 Kick stand 60005 2
6 Straight male connector 927418 1
76 Spring 60008 1
11 O-ring 934014 6
77 Retaining ring 904672 2
12 Yoke 40866 1
13 Hex head capscrew 910007 2 82 3/8" steel washer 932652 1
15 Lock washer 932525 2 83 3/8" medium steel lock
16 Yoke retaining screw 40867 2 washer 932527 2
18 Base 60001 1 84 3/8" x 2" steel hex head
19 Cylinder 40869 2 capscrew 902278 1
20 Cylinder head 40870 2 85 3/8" – 16 steel nut 900085 1
21 Cylinder gasket 40871 2 86 Hex nut 920402 1
22 Piston rod 40872 2 87 5/16" – 18 x 1-1/4" steel
23 Piston retaining screw 40873 2 hex head capscrew 909208 1
24 O-ring 934008 2
25 Piston retaining washer 40874 2 Section B-B Part Qty.
26 Piston packing 40875 2 Ref. Part Name Number Reqd.
27 Retaining ring 927338 4 14 Socket head capscrew 939005 4
28 O-ring 934309 2
33 Pump body w/packing 1900019 1
29 O-ring 934015 2
57 Nipple 927309 1
34 Follower 40880 1
35 O-ring 934068 1 59 Gasket 1900050 1
36 Down tube assembly 60018 1 64 Relief valve 927348 1
54 Coupling 1900312 1 66 Hose, 10 foot 1900053 1
60 Yoke retaining washer 40890 2 67 Swivel - L type 927343 1
62 Piston retaining washer 68 Swivel - straight type 927437 1
for o-ring 41121 2 69 Button head coupler 64584 1
63 Valve screw 1900051 1
78 Shutoff & relief valve 60010 1
65 Pressure gauge 1900052 1
89 Piston packing 1900064 1
70 Nameplate 1900200 1
72 Can shield 60003 1
Section C-C Part Qty.
75 Axle 1900018 2
Ref. Part Name Number Reqd.
79 Wheel 60012 2
81 3/8" – 16 x 1/2" setscrew 1900034 2 37 Air motor piston rod 1900300 1
91 Metal air tube assembly 1900132 1 38 Roll pin 1900301 2
93 90° male connector 927417 1 39 Spring 1900047 1
99 Hex Bushing 939104 1 40 Steel ball 1900040 1
Detail 1 Part Qty. 41 Tube extension 1900302 1
Ref. Part Name Number Reqd. 42 Piston & cylinder 1900303 1
31 Hex capscrew 939105 2 43 Gasket 1900049 2
32 Washer 939108 4 44 Extension 1900304 1
61 Spacer 939100 2 45 Primer rod & foot valve
88 Pipe plug 2761011 2 assembly 1900305 1
90 Lock nut 939115 2 46 Foot valve stop washer 40886 1
47 Gasket 1900307 1
Section A-A Part Qty.
Ref. Part Name Number Reqd. 48 Valve seat 1900306 1
49 Steel washer, special 1900308 1
4 Relief valve 1900008 1
50 Primer body 1900310 1
6 Straight male connector 927418 1
7 Nipple 927310 1 51 Hex nut 1900041 1
8 Ram needle valve 1900039 1 52 Cotter pin 931000 1
9 O-ring 934003 1 53 Roll pin 1900311 1
10 Gasket - fiber 927330 1 54 Coupling 1900312 1
17 Air coupler 927308 1 55 Roll pin 1900313 1

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Replacement Parts and Kits

Major Repair Kit #1900061 Button Head Coupler
Part Part Repair Kit #47524 (1)
Qty. Number Description Part Part
1 47524 Button head coupler repair kit Qty. Number Description
1 1900016 Down tube kit 1 47513 Spring
1 1900059 Minor repair kit 1 47514 Washer
1 47515 O-ring
1 64582 Valve

Minor Repair Kit #1900059 (1)

Part Part * Wheel Kit #1900080
Qty. Number Description
(single wheel only)
2 40871 Gasket (21)
2 40875 Packing (26) Part Part *
1 927330 Gasket, fiber (10) Qty. Number Description
4 927338 Retaining ring (27) 1 60012 Wheel (79)
1 934003 O-ring (9) 1 904672 Retainer ring (77)
2 934008 O-ring (24) 1 1900018 Axle (75)
6 934014 O-ring (11) 1 1900034 Setscrew (81)
2 934015 O-ring (29)
1 934068 O-ring (35)
2 934309 O-ring (28)
1 1900039 Ram needle valve (8) Kick Stand Kit #1900162
1 1900051 Valve screw (63) (single kick stand only)
Part Part *
Qty. Number Description
Down Tube Kit #1900016 (1) 1 60005 Kick stand (74)
1 60008 Spring (76)
Part Part *
1 900085 Nut (85)
Qty. Number Description
1 902278 Capscrew (84)
1 40886 Foot valve stop washer (46) 1 909208 Capscrew (87)
1 931000 Cotter pin (52) 1 932527 Lock washer (83)
1 1900040 Steel ball (40) 1 932652 Washer (82)
1 1900041 Hex nut (51) 1 920402 Nut (86)
1 1900047 Spring (39)
2 1900049 Gasket (43)
1 1900050 Gasket (59)
1 1900064 Piston packing (89)
Hypregun-Plus 5Q
2 1900301 Roll pin (38)
1 1900303 Piston & cylinder (42) Hoses by Length
1 1900305 Primer rod & foot valve assy. (45) (1/2" – 27 Female each end)
1 1900306 Valve seat (48) Hose Part Hose Part
1 1900307 Gasket (47) Length Number Length Number
1 1900308 Steel washer (49)
6 ft. 47504 25 ft. 47506
10 ft. 1900053 30 ft. 47507
12 ft. 1900032 50 ft. 47508
15 ft. 47535 75 ft. 1900022
20 ft. 47505

Air Supply Assembly #1900120

Part Part *
Qty. Number Description
1 60023 Nylon air tube (5)
* Numbers in parentheses denote illustration number 1 927417 90° male connector (93)
(1) Component of Major Repair Kit 1900061 1 927418 Straight male connector (6)
Connectors are complete with nut and ferrule.

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Miscellaneous Repair Parts Illustration Part Part
Number Number Description
Illustration Part Part
(Figure 2, page 6)
Number Number Description
30 40876 Restrictor ell assembly
Figure 1, Page 5
57 927309 Nipple
1 1900037 Air motor 71 1900068 Handle
47510 Air motor repair kit 74 60005 Kick stand (5)
2 40864 Retainer 76 60008 Spring (5)
3 927325 Throttle valve 77 904672 Retaining ring (4)
5 60023 Nylon air tube (7) 82 932652 Washer (5)
6 927418 Straight male connector 83 932527 Lock washer (5)
11 934014 O-ring (2) 84 902278 Capscrew (5)
12 40866 Yoke 85 900085 Nut (5)
13 910007 Hex head capscrew 86 920402 Nut (5)
15 932525 Lock washer 87 909208 Capscrew (5)
16 40867 Yoke retaining screw
18 60001 Base (Section B-B, page 6)
19 40869 Cylinder
20 40870 Cylinder head 14 939005 Socket head capscrew
21 40871 Cylinder gasket (2) 33 1900019 Pump body with packing
22 40872 Piston rod 57 927309 Nipple
23 40873 Piston retaining screw 59 1900050 Gasket (3)
24 934008 O-ring (2) 64 927348 Relief valve
25 40874 Piston retaining washer 66 1900053 Hose - 10 foot
26 40875 Piston packing (2) 67 927343 Swivel - L type
68 927437 Swivel - straight type
27 927338 Retaining ring (2)
69 64584 Button head coupler
28 934309 O-ring (2)
78 60010 Shut off and relief valve
29 934015 O-ring (2)
89 1600064 Piston packing (3)
34 40880 Follower
35 934068 O-ring (2)
(Section C-C, page 6)
36 60018 Down tube assembly
54 1900312 Coupling 37 1900300 Air motor piston rod
60 40890 Yoke retaining washer 38 1900301 Roll pin (3)
62 41121 Piston retaining washer for o-ring 39 1900047 Spring (3)
63 1900051 Valve screw (2) 40 1900040 Steel ball (3)
65 1900052 Pressure gauge - 15,000 psi 41 1900302 Tube extension
70 1900200 Nameplate (6) 42 1900303 Piston & cylinder (3)
72 60003 Can shield 43 1900049 Gasket (3)
75 1900018 Axle (4) 44 1900304 Extension
79 60012 Wheel (4) 45 1900305 Primer rod & foot valve
81 1900034 Setscrew (4) assembly (3)
91 1900132 Metal air tube assembly (8) 46 40886 Foot valve stop washer (3)
93 927417 90° male connector 47 1900307 Gasket (3)
99 939104 Hex bushing 48 1900306 Valve seat (3)
49 1900308 Steel washer (3)
Section A-A, page 6 50 1900310 Primer body
4 1900008 Relief valve 51 1900041 Hex nut (3)
6 927418 Straight male connector 52 931000 Cotter pin (3)
7 927310 Nipple 53 1900311 Roll pin (3)
8 1900039 Ram needle valve (2) 54 1900312 Coupling (3)
9 934003 O-ring (2) 55 1900313 Roll pin
10 927330 Gasket, fiber (2)
(Detail-1, page 5)
17 927308 Air coupler
31 939105 Hex capscrew
(2) Component of minor repair kit 1900059 32 939108 Washer
(3) Component of down tube kit 1900016
61 939100 Spacer
(4) Component of wheel kit 1900080
88 2761011 Pipe plug
(5) Component of kick stand kit 1900162
90 939115 Lock nut
(6) Not available as repair part
(7) Nylon air tube not available with nuts and ferrules - see air

supply assembly 1900120 on page 8

(8) Complete with nuts and ferrules

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Assembly Instructions
Numbers in parentheses note the illustration numbers as located on Assembly
pages 5 and 6 of this brochure. Refer to this illustration to assist in
assembling your Hypregun-Plus 5Q. The following instructions reference the front and back of the
Hypregun-Plus 5Q. The integral handle of the yoke (12) is
Your Hypregun-Plus 5Q is shipped disassembled. The contents of considered the front of the gun.
the shipping container include:
Handle Assembly
1. Locate the two drilled holes in the top of the yoke (12).
Part Illustration
Qty. Name Number 2. Remove from the parts bag two 5/16" stainless steel hex head
capscrews (31), two 5/16" stainless steel washers (32), two
2 wheel 79 5/16" stainless steel lock nuts (90), two spacers (61), and two
pipe plugs (88).
2 axle 75
3. Position the horseshoe shaped handle (71) with the bend
2 retaining ring 77 upward and extending toward the back of the yoke (side
2 setscrew 81 opposite the yoke handle).

1 handle 71 4. Install the handle spacers (61) into the open ends of
the handle.
2 capscrew 31
5. Secure the handle using the parts as described in Step 2 and
4 steel washer 32 as illustrated on page 5. The steel washers are to be positioned
between the head of the capscrew and the handle and the lock
2 lock nut 90
nut and the yoke.
2 spacer 61
6. Tighten using the socket wrenches and socket extension.
2 pipe plug 88 7. Insert the pipe plugs (88) into the opens ends of the handle.
2 kick stand 74
2 washer 83 Wheel Assembly
1. Locate two wheels (79), two axles (75), two retaining rings
1 hex nut 85
(77), and two setscrews (81).
1 hex nut 86 2. Lay the Hypregun-Plus 5Q on its back.
1 capscrew 87 3. Using pliers, install the retaining ring (77) into the groove on
1 capscrew 84 the end of the axle (75).
1 spring 76 4. Place the axle through the hub of the wheel (79) making sure
the axle is inserted from the side of the wheel with the air
1 washer 82 valve stem.
1 10 foot hose assy. 5. Insert the axle into the axle hole on the side of the base (18).
1 Gun sub-assembly 6. Insert the setscrew into the drilled and tapped hole in the
bottom of the base and tighten securely using a 3/16" hex
head Allen wrench.

Tools
Tools required for assembly of the Nordstrom
Hypregun-Plus 5Q:
■ Adjustable wrench
■ 3/16" Allen wrench

■ 1/2" socket (two required)

■ socket wrench (two required)

■ socket extension
■ pliers

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Assembly Instructions
Kick Stand Assembly Preparing the
Hypregun-Plus 5Q for Use
1. Locate two kick stands (74), one hex nut (85), one hex nut
(86), two washers (83), one capscrew (87), one capscrew (84), 1. Using an adjustable wrench, install the hose assembly by
one spring (76), and one washer (82). attaching the L-type swivel to the pump body (33).
2. Locate the kick stand mounting hole on the front of the 2. Raise the follower (34) by connecting the air supply hose to
base (18). the nipple (57) located on the base (18) of the gun.
3. Align the hole in the kick stand with the hole in the yoke. 3. Remove the can shield (72) and install it on the five-quart (4.7
litre) can of BTR valve sealant. To prevent the can from
4. Secure the kick stand into position using capscrew (87), lock splitting at the seam, the can shield should be installed with the
washer (83), and nut (86). The lock washer is to be positioned opening on the side of the can shield positioned opposite the
between the base and nut. seam on the can. The top and bottom of the can shield should
5. Tighten firmly using the adjustable wrench not overlap the lip of the can.
and socket. 4. Apply a coating of light machine oil to the follower wiper (35)
6. Locate the kick stand mounting hole on before loading the gun with a can of sealant. This will lubricate
the back of the base (18). the seal and allow for easy entry into the can.
7. Align the hole in the kick stand with the 5. The spring loaded kick stand is “kicked” to one side to allow
hole in the yoke. the gun to be tilted backward and rolled.
8. Secure the kick stand into position using
capscrew (87), washer (82), spring (76),
lock washer (83), and nut (85). The
washer (82) is to be placed on the
capscrew and the spring against the
washer. This assembly is to be placed
through the kick stand and base holes.
Install the lock washer and hex nut. The
nut should be threaded onto the
capscrew until the threads appear
through the nut. If the nut is
tightened too much, the kick stand
spring will be too compressed to
allow for free movement of the
kick stand.
9. Stand the Hypregun-Plus 5Q
upright and place the kickstand in
the down position.

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Operation
The numbers in parentheses refer to Hypregun-Plus 5Q parts as Occasionally, The Hypregun-Plus 5Q may become air bound
illustrated on pages 5 and 6 of this manual. during operation. If this occurs, repeat the procedure for air
venting as outlined above.
1. The air coupler (17) will be found attached to the nipple (7) as
shown in Section A-A. The air hose connector should be 10. With the shut-off and relief valve (78, Section B-B) in the
connected to the air supply hose. closed position, the button head coupler (69, Section B-B)
2. Fasten the can shield (72, Figure 1) in place around the five- should be slipped over the button head fitting on the valve to
quart (4.7 litre) sealant can below the reinforcing rib and with be injected. Open the shut-off valve (a small wrench may be
the can seam covered by the retainer. required). Adjust the air throttle valve (3, Figure 1) on the air
motor and observe sealant pressure on the gauge (65, Figure
3. Slightly mound the sealant in the container so that the 1) to ensure proper sealant flow and pressure for plug valves.
concave shaped follower plate can be brought down on the WARNING - High pressure injection of sealant into
sealant with a minimum entrapment of air. low pressure iron and semi-steel bodied valves may
4. Raise the pump mechanism and sealant follower plate prior to deform or destroy certain valve parts which could
inserting the sealant container into the gun. By connecting the result in personal injury. Follow the valve
air supply hose to the air supply nipple (57, Figure 2) in the manufacturers recommended procedures for
base of the pump and opening the ram needle valve (8, sealant injection.
Section A-A) the follower (34, Figure 1) will rise sufficiently to
clear the top of the sealant container. 11. After the valve is injected with sealant, close the shut-off and
relief valve (78, Section B-B). Remove the button head
5. Place the can with the can shield in the operating position in coupler (69, Section B-B) from the fitting on the valve. This
the Hypregun-Plus 5Q. may be done without turning off the air supply to the air
motor. By using the shut-off valve, the user can attach the
6. Be sure the valve screw (63, Figure 1) in the pump body is
coupler or remove it from the fitting with the gun retaining
closed. Connect the air supply hose to the nipple (7, Section
positive pressure.
A-A). The ram needle valve should be opened slowly causing
the air pressure to force the follower plate (34, Figure 1) down 12. When all of the sealant has been pumped from the sealant
toward the sealant container. container, close the throttle valve (3, Figure 1) and transfer the
CAUTION - Keep fingers clear as the follower plate air supply hose to the air supply nipple (57, Figure 2) on the
descends into the sealant container base of the gun. With the ram needle valve (8, Section A-A)
Care should be exercised that the sealant container is open, the gun mechanism is raised, lifting the sealant
directly under the follower plate as the two are brought into container off of the gun base. Close the ram needle valve.
contact. Once the follower plate has entered the top of the
13. Unclip the can shield and remove. Remove the can from the
sealant container, open the ram needle valve 2 1/2 turns
follower. It may be necessary to attach the air supply to the
from closed position.
relief valve nipple (57, Section B-B) and slowly open the relief
7. As shown in Section B-B, the relief valve (64) is opened fully valve (64, Section B-B) 1/4 turn to allow air to enter the can.
while the valve screw (63, Figure 1) is opened two turns. The can will be forced from the follower.
8. With the air motor throttle valve closed (3, Figure 1), allow the 14. In changing from one service sealant to another, it is advisable
column between the sealant container and relief valve (64, to purge the gun sealant system. To do this, pump the new
Section B-B) to fill with sealant with the pressure of the sealant through the delivery hose, with the coupler removed,
follower plate alone. After a steady flow of sealant is obtained until the old sealant has been purged.
at the relief valve, open the throttle valve and pump sealant
15. The pressure relief valve (4, Section A-A) is adjusted at the
through the vent valve until there are no air bubbles. (If the
factory to 125 psi (8.6 bar) cylinder pressure. Use of the
available line pressure is not sufficient to push sealant
Hypregun-Plus 5Q at higher pressures can result in damage
through the relief valve by the follower plate pressure alone,
to the gun.
open the air motor throttle valve before the sealant comes out
the vent valve.) 16. The air motor is rated at 125 psi (8.6 bar). Do not use the
Hypregun-Plus 5Q on air pressures greater than this figure.
9. After venting of the air is complete, close the valve screw
Lower air pressures are recommended where delivery capacity
(63, Figure 1) and the relief valve (64, Section B-B) and read
will be adequate. Do not leave air pressure on the gun
the pressure gauge (65, Figure 1). If the pressure gauge does
indefinitely when not in use.
not read several thousand pounds sealant pressure, the relief
valve (64) and the valve screw (63) should be opened again to
allow further venting. Repeat this operation as required.

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Care and Maintenance

Suggested Repair Reassembly
Hypregun-Plus 5Q Care There are two places in the reassembly of the Hypregun-Plus 5Q
The following suggestions will ensure efficient and continued pumping mechanism where the parts should not be rigidly
operation of the Hypregun-Plus 5Q. assembled:
1. Avoid damage to the thin walled cylinder surrounding the 1. When the piston and cylinder (42, Section C-C) are attached
piston of the air motor. Imperfections in this cylinder will to the air motor piston rod (37, Section C-C), they should only
reduce the effectiveness of the gun and shorten its life. be hand tight (not wrench tight), the holes aligned, and the
roll pin installed to secure in place.
2. Handle the Hypregun-Plus 5Q with care. Prevent any bending
or denting of the pistons or operating parts. 2. In assembling the primer rod and foot valve assembly (45,
Section C-C) into the piston, it should be pinned in place
3. Use a clean, dry air source. If air is wet, use a filter on the air with roll pin (38, Section C-C) before it becomes tight. There
line to remove the water. Install an oiler in the air supply line should be some “wobble” evident for self-alignment of the
using light oil in summer and methanol in the winter. parts. The primer rod and foot valve assembly (45, Section
4. Do not use over 125 psi (8.6 bar) air supply pressure. The C-C) and valve seat (47, Section C-C) should be replaced as
gun will work best between 100 psi (6.9 bar) and 125 psi a single unit.
(8.6 bar).
5. Always use the can shield and five-quart (4.7 litre) cans that Factory Repair Service
are crimped and welded. The vertical welded seam on the can Factory repair service is available from Nordstrom Valves, Inc.
should be placed opposite the opening on the shield. If the Consult your Authorized Distributor or Nordstrom Customer
opening on the shield is placed over the seam in the can, the Service for more details.
can seam may separate from the pressure created by the
piston.
6. CAUTION - When inserting a new five-quart (4.7 litre)
can of sealant, be extremely careful. Keep fingers
clear as the follower plate descends into the sealant
container.
7. Be sure to bleed or vent the Hypregun-Plus 5Q before using.
The more the curvature of the mounded sealant matches the
curvature of the follower plate, the less air will be entrapped
when changing cans. The relief valve (64, Section B-B) should
be opened until a steady stream of sealant is obtained. If the
pressure gauge needle continues to bounce, remove the valve
screw (63, Figure 1) to free entrapped air in that area and, in
rare occasions, remove the pressure gauge to be sure there is
no air entrapped in the connection to it. Improper bleeding is
indicated by a very bouncy action of the pressure gauge
needle at relatively low pressures. If this continues, additional
bleeding is necessary.
8. Store the Hypregun-Plus 5Q and sealant in a reasonably warm
place so that not only the gun but the sealant is at an operable
temperature.

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Sealant Delivery
Sealant Delivery
Hypregun-Plus 5Q sealant delivery is affected by the loading
pressure, ambient temperature, and the viscocity of the sealant
being pumped. The chart below provides laboratory test data
which illustrates sealant delivery under common operating
conditions. Also provided in the chart is comparison data
illustrating the improved performance of the Hypregun-Plus 5Q
over the Hypregun.
The Hypregun-Plus 5Q has also been tested for durability.
After 100 hours of continuous operation at atmospheric pressure
the Hypregun-Plus 5Q performed flawlessly.
Injecting sealant at ambient temperatures much lower than
that represented by the chart is accomplished by using the
practical approach of keeping the gun and sealant in a warm
place and only exposing them to extremely cold conditions
during valve injection.

Sealant Output Test Data

Hypregun-Plus 5Q Hypregun
oz./min. 13.84 3.34
Strokes/min. 175.00 92.00
oz. Per Stroke .08* .04
Test Sealant 1033 bulk
Temperature 70°F.
Air Supply Pressure 100 psi

* 13 strokes per ounce

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Troubleshooting Guide
These troubleshooting tips are provided as a means of assisting the consumer in overcoming difficulties encountered with prolonged use of a
Hypregun-Plus 5Q. Part numbers in parentheses denote illustration numbers as listed on pages 5 and 6 of this brochure.
WARNING: Never attempt to repair a Hypregun-Plus 5Q without first disconnecting the air supply.

■ Problem: The air motor (1) is operating but sealant is not ■ Problem: As follower enters can, sealant bypasses the follower o-ring.
being dispensed.
Cause 1: Follower wiper (35) is too small.
Cause 1: Air is trapped within the down tube assembly. Solution 1: Install new wiper.
Solution 1: Bleed the system as described in sections 7 through 9 Cause 2: Can is too large or bent.
on page 12 of this manual. Solution 2: Use Nordstrom five-quart (4.7 litre) can with welded seam.
Cause 2: Loose down tube assembly. Cause 3: Can swells or distorts.
Solution 2: Tighten as needed. Solution 3: Install can shield (72).
Cause 3: Primer rod and foot valve assembly (45) is worn or pitted.
Solution 3: Rebuild the assembly using down tube kit 1900016. ■ Problem: The follower (34) will not go completely to the bottom of
the can.
■ Problem: The sealant can is difficult to remove from the follower. Cause: The bottom of the cylinders (19) contain water.
Cause: Dimensional tolerances of the can and follower are restricting Solution: Remove air pressure from the unit, unscrew the cylinders and
can movement. drain the water. Dry the cylinders and check for oxidation
Solution: Remove air supply and attach to nipple (57, Section B-B). before reassembly.
Slowly open the relief valve (64) 1/4 turn to allow air to enter
■ Problem: The air motor (1) operates slowly even with 125 psi
the can. The can will be forced from the follower.
(8.6 bar) air supply pressure.
■ Problem: The air motor (1) does not operate when the throttle Cause: Air flow is being restricted to the air motor.
valve (3) is opened. Solution: Replace the nylon air tube (5) or the metal air tube (91).
Cause 1: The movement of internal parts of the air motor is restricted
■ Problem: Yoke will not move.
due to debris being entrapped in the motor.
Solution 1: Replace the air motor. Cause 1: Nipple (7) blocked.
Cause 2: The thin wall of the air motor cyclinder has been Solution 1: Remove obstruction from air passages making sure the air
dented thus restricting movement of internal parts. supply is of a clean source.
Solution 2: Replace the air motor. Cause 2: The ram needle valve (8) is closed.
Cause 3: The nylon air tube (5) is cracked. Solution 2: Slowly open the ram needle valve. Once the follower has made
Solution 3: Replace the nylon air tube. contact with the can, open the ram needle valve to 2-1/2 turns.
Cause 4: Air supply pressure to gun is too low. Cause 3: The ram needle valve (8) is blocked.
Solution 4: Check output pressure of the air supply. Solution 3: Remove obstruction from the ram needle valve passage.
Cause 5: Air passages to air motor are blocked. Cause 4: Air passages in the yoke (12) are blocked.
Solution 5: Clean air passages of obstructions. Solution 4: Clear obstruction from air passages or replace the yoke.
Cause 6: Obstruction in down tube assembly.
Solution 6: Disassemble the down tube assembly (36), clean, ■ Problem: Yoke will not raise or lower evenly.
and reassemble. Cause 1: Cylinder (19) is dry of lubrication.
Cause 7: Down tube assembly not assembled to proper length. Solution 1: Introduce a light air tool oil into the air system. Use an oil
Solution 7: Disassemble down tube assembly and assemble to which is compatible with rubber to prevent swelling of the
proper length by aligning roll pins (38 - two locations). piston packing.
Cause 8: Metal air tube (91) on the air motor is crushed. Cause 2: Piston rods (22) are bent or scored.
Solution 8: Remove the metal air tube assembly and replace. Solution 2: Replace damaged piston rod(s).
Cause 3: Piston packing (26) has swollen and is too tight
■ Problem: The air motor will operate only 1/2 stroke. in cylinder (19).
Cause 1: The air motor slide valve is worn or damaged. Solution 3: Replace the piston packing.
Solution 1: Install new air motor repair kit 47510. Cause 4: Piston packing (26) is too tight in cylinder (19) due
Cause 2: Obstruction in down tube assembly (36). to cylinder distortion.
Solution 2: Disassemble the down tube assembly, clean, Solution 4: Replace the cylinder.
and reassemble. Cause 5: Air passages of the base (18) are blocked.
Solution 5: Clean air passages using a stiff wire or replace the base.
■ Problem: The follower movement into the can is restricted.
■ Problem: The yoke will not raise when the air supply is connected to
Cause 1: Can too small. the nipple (57).
Solution 1: Use Nordstrom five-quart (4.7 litre) can with welded seam.
Cause: The restrictor ell assembly (30) air passage is blocked.
Cause 2: Follower wiper (35) is too large.
Solution: Clean the air passage using a small, stiff wire or redrill
Solution 2: Install new wiper.
the air passage hole using a #55 wire gauge drill bit.
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