EFD 1500XL User manual

Operating Guide
1500 Series Dispenser
®
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US & Canada: 800-556-3484 In the UK: 0800 585733 In Mexico: 001-800-556-3484
1500XL 1500XL-15 1500XL-CA 1500DV-15 1500D
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The advanced 1500 Series dispensers provide years of trouble-free,
productive service. This Operating Guide will help you maximize the
usefulness of your new dispenser.
Please spend a few minutes to become familiar with the controls and
features of your new dispenser. Follow our recommended testing
procedures. Review the helpful information we have included based
on over 30 years of industrial dispensing experience.
Most questions you will have are answered in this Guide. However,
if you need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact EFD or your
authorized EFD distributor.
US & Canada, call 800-556-3484.
In Mexico, call 001-800-556-3484.
In the UK, ring free 0800 585733.
Introduction
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We endeavor to ensure that every EFD product is produced to our
no-compromise quality standards.
If you feel that you are not receiving all the support you require,
or if you have any questions or comments, I invite you to write or call
me personally.
Our goal is to build not only the finest equipment and components,
but also to build long-term customer relationships founded on
superb quality, service, value and trust.
Peter Lambert, President
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Contents
Getting Started ............................................................................. 4
Specifications
First Steps .................................................................................... 5
Unpacking the Dispenser & Activating your Ten Year No-fault Warranty
Microprocessor Control ............................................................. 6-7
How to Use the Display and Control Pad
1500XL - Setup & Use ................................................................. 8
Hookup ............................. 8-9
Setup for Testing .......... 10-11
1500DV - Setup & Use ............................................................... 12
Hookup ......................... 12-13
Setup for Testing .......... 14-15
1500D - Setup & Use ................................................................. 16
Hookup ......................... 16-17
Setup for Testing .......... 18-19
Testing the Dispensers ......................................................... 20-21
Making Timed Deposits of Medium to Thick Fluids
Changing Deposit Size and Drawing Stripes
Programming Deposit Size
How to Use the Vacuum Control ........................................... 22-23
Making Timed Deposits of Watery-thin Fluids
ULTRA Dispensing System................................................... 24-25
Loading the Barrel Reservoirs............................................... 26-27
1500XL and 1500D Schematics & Parts .................................... 28
1500DV Schematic & Parts........................................................ 29
How the 1500 Series Dispensers Work ..................................... 30
Reordering Components ............................................................ 31
Ten Year No-fault Warranty ....................................................... 32
Meets applicable CSA and CE requirements.
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This manual is for the express and sole use of EFD
dispenser purchasers and users, and no portion of
this manual may be reproduced in any form.
EFD, ULTRA System, LV Barrier, SmoothFlow,
ZeroDraft, SafetyLok, SnapLok and DispenStand
are trademarks of EFD Inc. ©2006 EFD, Inc.

Getting Started
We have organized this Guide to provide setup and testing proce-
dures for the 1500 Series dispensers.
If you have the 1500XL, 1500XL-15 or 1500XL-CA, first review
pages 8 - 11 which illustrate how to hook up the dispenser and what
the controls do.
For the 1500DV or 1500DV-15, review pages 12 - 15.
If you have the 1500D, review pages 16 - 19.
Next, pages 20 - 21 show how to dispense the thick paste-like test
material included in the Test Kit. These instructions are common to
the 1500XL, 1500DV and 1500D dispensers.
Finally, pages 22 - 23 illustrate how to dispense low viscosity fluid
using the vacuum control. These instructions are common to the
1500XL, 1500XL-15, 1500XL-CA, 1500DV and 1500DV-15
dispensers.
The rest of the information in this Guide applies to all of the 1500
Series dispensers.
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Specifications
Input Voltage: Selectable
100/120/220 VAC
50/60Hz
1500XL
1500XL-15
1500XL-CA
1500DV
1500DV-15
1500D 14/12VA
Internal Voltage: 24 VDC
Foot Pedal Voltage: 5.5 VDC
Cycle Rate: >600/minute
Time Control: microprocessor with
0.00005 second repeatability
Time Range: programmable
0.001 to 99.9 seconds
Initiation: momentary
Air Input: 80 to 100 psi
(5.5 to 6.9 bar)
Air Output:
1500XL, 1500DV, 1500D
0 to 100 psi (0 to 6.9 bar)
1500XL-15, 1500XL-CA, 1500DV-15
0 to 15 psi (0 to 1.0 bar)
1500XL, 1500XL-15, 1500XL-CA
10⅜x 8½x 2⅝˝ 4 lb 14 oz
(26.4 x 21.6 x 6.7 cm) (2.21 kg)
1500DV, 1500DV-15
10⅜x 8½x 2⅝˝ 5 lb 2 oz
(26.4 x 21.6 x 6.7 cm) (2.32 kg)
1500D
8⅝x 8½x 2⅝˝ 4 lb 2 oz
(21.9 x 21.6 x 6.7 cm) (1.87 kg)
14/12VA
18/15VA

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First: Unpack and use the checklist enclosed with the Dispenser Kit
to identify all items. If there is any discrepancy, please call us
immediately.
Second: Power and compressed plant air should be available where
the dispenser is to be set up. Air pressure should be between 80 and
100 psi (5.5 and 6.9 bar). If you are not using an EFD five-micron filter
regulator #2000F755, be certain your plant air is properly filtered
and dry and a regulated, constant air pressure is supplied to the
dispenser.
Note: Model 15000XL-CA is supplied with an EFD five-micron filter
regulator with coalescing filter (#2000F756).
Bottled nitrogen can be used.
Warning: If high pressure bottled air or nitrogen is used, a high
pressure regulator must be installed on the bottle and set at 100 psi
maximum. The 2000F755 filter regulator is not recommended.
Check the voltage label to be certain it is set to the available power.
Third: Now is a good time to ACTIVATE your extended Ten (10) Year
No-fault Warranty. Please fill in and return the postage paid
Warranty card. Or if you prefer, call the appropriate toll-free number
listed below, provide the serial number of your dispenser and
respond to a few short questions. You are then assured of complete
protection for 10 years.
US & Canada, call 800-556-3484.
In Mexico, call 001-800-556-3484.
In the UK, ring free 0800 585733.
First Steps
5

025
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❻
❺
❹
6
Once your dispenser is set up, return to these pages to familiarize
yourself with the various functions of the microprocessor controls.
Disconnect the male quick-connect on the barrel adapter hose from
the dispenser before testing each function to prevent inadvertent
fluid dispensing.
Microprocessor Control
❶Program mode
Press to clear the display. Any
decimals will disappear and the
time range will reset to 000. Dis-
play alternates bright and dim to
indicate the program mode.
❷ Timer bypass mode
Press once and the display
changes to - - - (dashes). Foot
pedal now controls liquid flow.
Press again and dashes are
replaced by previously set time.
❷
❶❸
❸ Decimal button
Press to move decimal. When
no decimal shows, time range is
.000 to .999 seconds.
❹ ❺ ❻ Time set buttons
Each button sequentially con-
trols the display digit in that
panel. Each press advances
the display 0.....9 and repeats.

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To change the displayed time
Start by setting the digits at zero. Press the button twice to zero
the display.
Press the button below each panel to set a specific time. Be sure
the decimal is in the correct place for the time you require.
(Cannot be done in program mode.)
Timer bypass mode (foot pedal control)
Press the button, - - - (dashes) will appear. To get back in the
time mode, press again. (This mode is used for filling the tip and
making by-eye deposits. Cannot be done in program mode.)
Program mode
Press the button once. Display flashes. Use the foot pedal to
establish deposit size (and time). Press again, flashing stops
and programmed time is displayed. Decimal will automatically
move to appropriate position.
Change decimal position
Press the button to move the decimal during manual time
set. No decimal shows when time range is .000 to .999 seconds.
(Cannot be done in program mode.)
To interrupt the dispense cycle
The foot pedal is pressed while dispensing. To interrupt dispensing
in mid-cycle and reset to the original time display, press the pedal
a second time.
.050 seconds
0.50 seconds
5 seconds
How to Use the Display and Control Pad
50
0
.
050
0
05
.

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❸
❷
Check voltage label
on dispenser
❼
Male quick-connect,
insert and twist to lock
Blue
test fluid
❶
Plant air, 125 psi maximum to
regulator. Output from regulator
should be a minimum of 80 psi,
maximum of 100 psi. Power cord
Air input
hose
Adapter
assembly
❹
❻
❺
Foot pedal
assembly
1500XL
Note: For hookup purposes,
connections for the 1500XL,
1500XL-15 and 1500XL-CA
models are identical.

1500XL
❶Connect the air input hose to a plant air source. Set plant air
supply within 80 to 100 psi (5.5 to 6.9 bar). Where required, use
an EFD five-micron filter regulator #2000F755 (see Warranty).
❷Attach the air input hose coupling to the dispenser. Pull back
metal ring to attach to dispenser.
❸Plug in the polarized foot pedal connector.
❹Check the voltage label on the input voltage selector cartridge.
To change the voltage, remove the voltage selector from the
cartridge, rotate it and position the correct voltage to show
through the cartridge window. Replace the cartridge into the
power cord receptacle and insure that both sides snap securely
into position. Install the power cord.
Note: For 1500XL-15 and 1500XL-CA dispensers, use the test barrel
filled with clear fluid and the red 25 gage tip. Refer to "Making Timed
Deposits of Watery-thin Fluids" on page 22.
❺Attach the 10cc barrel prefilled with blue, nontoxic test fluid
(included with the dispenser) to the 10cc adapter head.
❻Take the 10cc adapter assembly (#5150 on the adapter head)
and insert the black, male quick-connect into the air output fitting
on the front panel and turn clockwise to lock. Place the barrel in
the barrel stand.
❼During the initial testing, you will not use the vacuum control.
Keep this control shut off (turned completely clockwise—do not
force).
1500XL -- Hookup
9
Spare Fuse
Cartridge Window
(check voltage indicated)
Note: The dispenser is
shipped with the fuse
cartridge set for 120
VAC input.
Voltage Value
Pin Function
1. Initiate +
2. Initiate
3. Output +
4. Output
5. Contact Closure
6. Chassis Ground
7. Contact Closure
8. Not Used
9. Not Used
]
]
I/O Connection
The 9 pin D connector and
internal circuitry provides
external initiate with end-of-
cycle feedback. The pin
connections are shown
below. For complete sche-
matic and detailed infor-
mation, please contact EFD.
5-24 VDC
250 mA Max
5-24 VDC
6789
12345
220
120
100
Note: A 9-pin male connector
assembly is available from
EFD (order part #7154).

1500XL CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS
10
❸❷❼
Male quick-connect,
insert and twist to lock
Blue
test fluid
❶
❹
❻
❺
Note: The controls for the 1500XL, -15 and -CA models are identical.
Voltage selector and
fuse cartridge
Power
switch
Foot pedal
receptacle
Air input
I/O 9 pin
interface
connector
Vacuum transducer/
air exhaust port
Power input
receptacle
Air pressure
regulator
Barrel
vacuum control
Vacuum gauge
Air output
quick-connect
Time set buttons
Display and
control pad
( Refer to pages 6-7 for
detailed instructions.)
Air gauge

1500XL
Power switch ❶should be off.
The amount of material dispensed each cycle depends on the
combination of air pressure, time of air pulse, viscosity of material
and dispensing tip size.
Note: The following steps refer to the 1500XL dispenser. For the
1500XL-15 and 1500XL-CA dispensers, refer to "Making Timed
Deposits of Watery-thin Fluids" on page 22.
The first step is to remove the tip cap from the prefilled barrel of blue
test material (twist and pull). Replace it with an 18 gage (green)
tapered dispensing tip. Press the tip on and twist clockwise to lock.
Pull out air pressure regulator knob ❷until it "clicks" into the
unlocked position. Turn clockwise to adjust the air pressure to 30 psi
(2.1 bar) for the initial tests.
Always set the pressure desired by turning the air regulator knob
❷clockwise. To reduce the pressure, turn the knob counterclock-
wise until the gauge ❸reads a lower pressure than desired. Then
increase and stop at desired pressure. Push knob in to lock.
Press power switch ❶to turn on the dispenser. The digital display
will show the time that was set when the dispenser was turned off.
Set the digital time to 0.25 seconds as follows:
On the display and control pad ❹,press the decimal button
until the decimal is moved to the left and appears in the left display
segment. This puts the time range within 0.00 to 0.99 seconds. ( Fig. 1)
Now, use the time set buttons ❺to set the length of the air pulse.
Press the bottom right button until a 5 shows. Then press the bottom
middle button until a 2 shows. Finally, press the bottom left button
until a 0 shows. This display is equal to 0.25 seconds. (Fig. 2)
Be sure barrel vacuum control ❻is turned off. In the initial tests, the
vacuum pressure gauge ❼will indicate zero pressure.
Please continue to page 20 for test procedures.
Refer to pages 6 - 7 for
complete details on the
microprocessor controls.
1500XL -- Setup for Testing
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( Fig. 1)
Note: For .000 time, the
decimal is not indicated.
Instead, the 000 display
is shown.
(Fig. 2)
025
.
000
.
025
.

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❷
❼
Blue
test fluid
Check voltage label
on dispenser
❸
AB
❽
Vacuum
pickup pen
Pickup tip
❶
Plant air, 125 psi maximum to
regulator. Output from regulator
should be a minimum of 80 psi,
maximum of 100 psi.
Foot pedal assembly
Power cord
Air input
hose
Adapter
assembly
❻
❹
❺
Note: For hookup purposes,
the connections for the
1500DV and 1500DV-15
models are identical.
Male quick-connect,
insert and twist to lock
1500DV

❶Connect the air input hose to a plant air source. Set plant air supply
within 80 to 100 psi (5.5 to 6.9 bar). Where required, use an EFD
five-micron filter regulator #2000F755 (see Warranty).
❷Attach the air input hose coupling to the dispenser. Pull back metal
ring to attach to dispenser.
❸Plug in the polarized foot pedal connectors (A & B).
❹Check the voltage label on the input voltage selector cartridge. To
change the voltage, remove the voltage selector from the cartridge,
rotate it and position the correct voltage to show through the
cartridge window. Replace the cartridge into the power cord
receptacle and insure that both sides snap securely into position.
Install the power cord.
Note: For the 1500DV-15 dispenser, use the test barrel filled with clear
fluid and the red 25 gage tip. Refer to "Making Timed Deposits of Watery-
thin Fluids" on page 22.
❺Attach the 10cc barrel prefilled with blue, nontoxic test fluid
(included with the dispenser) to the 10cc adapter head.
❻Take the 10cc adapter assembly (#5150 on the adapter head) and
insert the black, male quick-connect into the air output fitting on the
front panel and turn clockwise to lock. Place barrel in the barrel stand.
❼During the initial testing, you will not use the barrel vacuum control.
Keep this control shut off (turned completely clockwise—do not force).
❽Plug in the vacuum pickup pen. Select and attach a pickup pad/tip.
1500DV -- Hookup
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1500DV
220
120
100
Spare Fuse
Cartridge Window
(check voltage indicated)
Note: The dispenser is
shipped with the fuse
cartridge set for 120
VAC input.
Voltage Value
Pin Function
1. Initiate +
2. Initiate
3. Output +
4. Output
5. Contact Closure
6. Chassis Ground
7. Contact Closure
8. Not Used
9. Not Used
]
]
I/O Connection
The 9 pin D connector and
internal circuitry provides
external initiate with end-of-
cycle feedback. The pin
connections are shown
below. For complete sche-
matic and detailed infor-
mation, please contact EFD.
5-24 VDC
250 mA Max
5-24 VDC
6789
12345
Note: A 9-pin male connector
assembly is available from
EFD (order part #7154).

1500DV CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS
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Note: The controls for the 1500DV and 1500DV-15 models are identical.
❸❷ ❼
❶
❻
❺
❹
BA
B. Vacuum foot pedal
receptacle
Voltage selector and
fuse cartridge
Air gauge
Power
switch
A. Dispense foot pedal
receptacle
Air Input
I/O 9 pin
interface
connector
Power input
receptacle
Pickup pen
vacuum
transducer
Barrel vacuum
transducer
Air pressure
regulator
Barrel air output
quick-connect
Pickup pen
vacuum control
Pickup pen
quick connect
Barrel
vacuum control
Time set buttons
Display and
control pad
( Refer to pages 6-7 for
detailed instructions.)

1500DV -- Setup for Testing
15
1500DV
Power switch ❶should be off.
The amount of material dispensed each cycle depends on the combination of air
pressure, time of air pulse, viscosity of material and dispensing tip size.
Note: The following steps refer to the 1500DV dispenser. For the 1500DV-15
dispenser, refer to "Making Timed Deposits of Watery-thin Fluids" on page 22.
The first step is to remove the tip cap from the prefilled barrel of blue test material
(twist and pull). Replace it with an 18 gage (green) tapered dispensing tip. Press
the tip on and twist clockwise to lock.
Pull out air pressure regulator knob ❷until it "clicks" into the unlocked position.
Turn clockwise to adjust the air pressure to 30 psi (2.1 bar) for the initial tests.
Always set the pressure desired by turning the air regulator knob ❷clockwise.
To reduce the pressure, turn the knob counterclockwise until the gauge ❸reads
a lower pressure than desired. Then increase and stop at desired pressure.
Push knob in to lock.
Press power switch ❶to turn on the dispenser. The digital display will show
the time that was set when the dispenser was turned off.
Set the digital time to 0.25 seconds as follows:
On the display and control pad ❹,press the decimal button until the
decimal is moved to the left and appears in the left display segment. This puts
the time range within 0.00 to 0.99 seconds. ( Fig. 1)
Now, use the time set buttons ❺to set the length of the air pulse. Press the
bottom right button until a 5 shows. Then press the bottom middle button until
a 2 shows. Finally, press the bottom left button until a 0 shows. This display is
equal to 0.25 seconds. (Fig. 2)
Be sure barrel vacuum control ❻is turned off.
Note: A separate vacuum control ❼powers the pickup pen. The second foot
pedal Bturns on the solenoid that controls the vacuum. Turn the control
counterclockwise until sufficient vacuum is obtained. Place the pad on the
component and press the foot pedal to provide pickup vacuum. Position the
component where needed and release the foot pedal.
Please continue to page 20 for test procedures.
Refer to pages 6 - 7 for
complete details on the
microprocessor controls.
( Fig. 1)
Note: For .000 time, the
decimal is not indicated.
Instead, the 000 display
is shown.
(Fig. 2)
025
.
000
.
025
.

16
Check voltage label
on dispenser
❸
❷
❶
Plant air, 125 psi maximum to
regulator. Output from regulator
should be a minimum of 80 psi,
maximum of 100 psi.
Male quick-connect,
insert and twist to lock
Blue
test fluid
Foot pedal
assembly
Power cord
Adapter
assembly
❻
❹
❺
Air input
hose
1500D

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❶Connect the air input hose to a plant air source. Set plant air
supply within 80 to 100 psi (5.5 to 6.9 bar). Where required, use
an EFD five-micron filter regulator #2000F755 (see Warranty).
❷Attach the air input hose coupling to the dispenser. Pull back
metal ring to attach to dispenser.
❸Plug in the polarized foot pedal connector.
❹Check the voltage label on the input voltage selector cartridge.
To change the voltage, remove the voltage selector from the
cartridge, rotate it and position the correct voltage to show
through the cartridge window. Replace the cartridge into the
power cord receptacle and insure that both sides snap securely
into position.
Install the power cord.
❺Attach the 10cc barrel prefilled with blue, nontoxic test fluid
(included with the dispenser) to the 10cc adapter head.
❻Take the 10cc adapter assembly (#5150 on the adapter head)
and insert the black, male quick-connect into the air output fitting
on the front panel and turn clockwise to lock. Place the barrel in
the barrel stand.
1500D -- Hookup
1500D
Spare Fuse
Cartridge Window
(check voltage indicated)
Note: The dispenser is
shipped with the fuse
cartridge set for 120
VAC input.
Voltage Value
Pin Function
1. Initiate +
2. Initiate
3. Output +
4. Output
5. Contact Closure
6. Chassis Ground
7. Contact Closure
8. Not Used
9. Not Used
]
]
I/O Connection
The 9 pin D connector and
internal circuitry provides
external initiate with end-of-
cycle feedback. The pin
connections are shown
below. For complete sche-
matic and detailed infor-
mation, please contact EFD.
5-24 VDC
250 mA Max
5-24 VDC
6789
12345
220
120
100
Note: A 9-pin male connector
assembly is available from
EFD (order part #7154).

1500D CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS
18
❸❷
❶
❺
❹
Voltage selector and
fuse cartridge
Air gauge
Power
switch
Foot pedal
receptacle
Air input
I/O 9 pin interface
connector
Power input
receptacle
Air pressure
regulator
Air output
quick-connect
Time set buttons
Display and
control pad
( Refer to pages 6-7 for
detailed instructions.)

Power switch ❶should be off.
The amount of material dispensed each cycle depends on the
combination of air pressure, time of air pulse, viscosity of material
and dispensing tip size.
The first step is to remove the tip cap from the prefilled barrel of blue
test material (twist and pull). Replace it with an 18 gage (green)
tapered dispensing tip. Press the tip on and twist clockwise to lock.
Pull out air pressure regulator knob ❷until it "clicks" into the
unlocked position. Turn clockwise to adjust the air pressure to 30 psi
(2.1 bar) for the initial tests.
Always set the pressure desired by turning the air regulator knob
❷clockwise. To reduce the pressure, turn the knob counterclock-
wise until the gauge ❸reads a lower pressure than desired. Then
increase and stop at desired pressure. Push knob in to lock.
Press power switch ❶to turn on the dispenser. The digital display
will show the time that was set when the dispenser was turned off.
Set the digital time to 0.25 seconds as follows:
On the display and control pad ❹,press the decimal button
until the decimal is moved to the left and appears in the left display
segment. This puts the time range within 0.00 to 0.99 seconds. ( Fig. 1)
Now, use the time set buttons ❺to set the length of the air pulse.
Press the bottom right button until a 5 shows. Then press the bottom
middle button until a 2 shows. Finally, press the bottom left button
until a 0 shows. This display is equal to 0.25 seconds. (Fig. 2)
Please continue to page 20 for test procedures.
1500D -- Setup for Testing
19
1500D
Refer to pages 6 - 7 for
complete details on the
microprocessor controls.
( Fig. 1)
Note: For .000 time, the
decimal is not indicated.
Instead, the 000 display
is shown.
(Fig. 2)
025
.
000
.
025
.

Pressure
2
30
Timer
Making Timed Deposits of Medium to Thick Fluids
(1500XL, 1500DV and 1500D)
You are now ready to test the prefilled, nontoxic, blue test fluid. This
material is representative of thick, non-leveling fluids like sealants,
pastes or greases.
Check your initial settings:
A) Air gauge reads 30 psi.
B) Timer is set at 0.25 (refer to page 6
for complete details on the microprocessor controls).
C) Green tapered tip is on the test barrel.
D) Press the timer bypass button once so that dashes
appear in the display segments. (Fig. 1)
Holding the barrel as shown, rest the tip on a piece of paper. Press
the foot pedal until the tip fills and some fluid is pushed out onto the
paper. Repeat this whenever you change to a new tip.
With the tip filled, re-press the timer bypass button and the
dashes will be replaced by the dispense time previously set. (Fig. 2)
Take the Dot Test sheet and put the tip on a 1/4" circle, holding the
barrel as shown. Press the foot pedal. Check the dot size. Make
several more similar dots and note the size consistency.
Changing Deposit Size, Drawing Stripes
The dot size is determined by the tip diameter, the output air
pressure setting and the pulse time. For large dots, use a large tip,
higher pressure and more time. Normally, you want to use as short
a time pulse as possible. To increase the dot size, slightly increase
output air pressure, or increase tip size, or both.
To make stripes, press the timer bypass button . Dashes replace
the time indication. With the tip in contact with the test sheet, press
and hold down the foot pedal while making a bead or stripe.
Correct angle for consistent deposits.
Remember - always bring the tip
into contact with the work surface
at the illustrated angle. After the tip
is in position, press the foot pedal.
Release pedal and remove tip by
lifting straight up.
Testing the Dispensers
20
(Fig. 1)
(Fig. 2)
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025
.
025
.