Graco SDM8 Series User manual

3A6711C
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Instructions
SDM8™and SDM18™
Metered Dispense Valves
For dispensing oil, automatic transmission fluid (ATF), gear oils, antifreeze and
windshield washer solvent.
Not approved for use in explosive atmospheres or hazardous locations. For professional
use only.
See page 6 for model information.
1500 psi (10 MPa, 103 bar) Maximum Working Pressure
Important Safety
Instructions
Read all warnings and instructions
in this manual and related system
manuals before using the
equipment. Save all instructions.
NOTICE
The metered dispense valve is designed to
dispense petroleum-based lubricants,
windshield washer solvent and antifreeze
only. Brake cleaner and/or harsh solvents
may damage the plastic components.

Contents
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Contents
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Metered Dispense Valve Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Navigation Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Header Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Sleep / Awake Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Mounting Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Typical Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Pressure Relief Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Pre-Installation Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Flushing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Install the Metered Dispense Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Install the Extension Tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Install the Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Set Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Calibrate the Metered Dispense Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Alternate Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Menu Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Main Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Dispense Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Total Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Utility Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
DEVICE INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
SET-UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
UNIT OF MEASURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
BANNER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
CALIBRATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
LANGUAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
LOCK SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
GO BACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
RESET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
GO BACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Contents
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Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Error Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Definition of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Recycling and Disposal at End of Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Related Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Technical Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Graco 5-Year Meter and Valve Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Warnings
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Warnings
The following warnings are for the setup, use, grounding, maintenance, and repair of this
equipment. The exclamation point symbol alerts you to a general warning and the hazard
symbols refer to procedure-specific risks. When these symbols appear in the body of this
manual or on warning labels, refer back to these Warnings. Product-specific hazard symbols
and warnings not covered in this section may appear throughout the body of this manual where
applicable.
WARNING
SKIN INJECTION HAZARD
High-pressure fluid from dispensing device, hose leaks, or ruptured components
will pierce skin. This may look like just a cut, but it is a serious injury that can result
in amputation. Get immediate surgical treatment.
•Do not point dispensing device at anyone or at any part of the body.
•Do not put your hand over the fluid outlet.
•Do not stop or deflect leaks with your hand, body, glove, or rag.
•Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure when you stop dispensing and before
cleaning, checking, or servicing equipment.
•Tighten all fluid connections before operating the equipment.
•Check hoses and couplings daily. Replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Misuse can cause death or serious injury.
•Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
•Do not exceed the maximum working pressure or temperature rating of the low-
est rated system component. See Technical Specifications in all equipment
manuals.
•Use fluids and solvents that are compatible with equipment wetted parts. See
Technical Specifications in all equipment manuals. Read fluid and solvent
manufacturer’s warnings. For complete information about your material, request
Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) from distributor or retailer.
•Turn off all equipment and follow the Pressure Relief Procedure when equip-
ment is not in use.
•Check equipment daily. Repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately
with genuine manufacturer’s replacement parts only.
•Do not alter or modify equipment. Alterations or modifications may void agency
approvals and create safety hazards.
•Make sure all equipment is rated and approved for the environment in which you
are using it.
•Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Call your distributor for information.
•Route hoses and cables away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts, and
hot surfaces.
•Do not kink or over bend hoses or use hoses to pull equipment.
•Keep children and animals away from work area.
•Comply with all applicable safety regulations.

Warnings
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FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
When flammable fluids are present in the work area, such as gasoline and wind-
shield wiper fluid, be aware that flammable fumes can ignite or explode. To help
prevent fire and explosion:
•Use equipment only in well-ventilated area.
•Eliminate all ignition sources, such as cigarettes and portable electric lamps.
•Ground all equipment in the work area.
•Keep work area free of debris, including rags and spilled or open containers of
solvent and gasoline.
•Do not plug or unplug power cords or turn lights on or off when flammable fumes
are present.
•Use only grounded hoses.
•Stop operation immediately if static sparking occurs or you feel a shock.Do
not use equipment until you identify and correct the problem.
•Keep a working fire extinguisher in the work area.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Wear appropriate protective equipment when in the work area to help prevent seri-
ous injury, including eye injury, hearing loss, inhalation of toxic fumes, and burns.
Protective equipment includes but is not limited to:
•Protective eye wear, and hearing protection.
•Respirators, protective clothing, and gloves as recommended by the fluid and
solvent manufacturer.
WARNING

Models
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Models
*WWS = Windshield Washer Solvent
Model Swivel Extension Nozzle Fluid
Max Volumetric
Flow Rate
GPM LPM
25M404 1/2 NPT Rigid Automatic Oil 8 30
25M405 1/2 NPT Rigid Antifreeze Antifreeze 8 30
25M406 1/2 NPT Flexible Automatic Oil 8 30
25M407 1/2 NPT Flexible Antifreeze Antifreeze 8 30
25M410 1/2 NPT Rigid High Flow Oil 18 68
25M411 1/2 NPT Flexible High Flow Oil 18 68
25M413 1/2 NPT Gear Lube Manual Gear Lube 5 19
25M415 1/2 NPT Rigid, open None WWS* 8 30
25M416 3/4 NPT Rigid High Flow Oil 18 68
25M417 3/4 NPT Flexible High Flow Oil 18 68
25M419 1/2 BSPP Rigid Automatic Oil 8 30
25M420 1/2 BSPP Rigid Antifreeze Antifreeze 8 30
25M421 1/2 BSPP Flexible Automatic Oil 8 30
25M422 1/2 BSPP Flexible Antifreeze Antifreeze 8 30
25M425 1/2 BSPP Rigid High Flow Oil 18 68
25M426 1/2 BSPP Flexible High Flow Oil 18 68
25M428 1/2 BSPP Gear Lube Manual Gear Lube 5 19
25M430 1/2 BSPP Rigid, open None WWS* 8 30
25M431 3/4 BSPP Rigid High Flow Oil 18 68
25M432 3/4 BSPP Flexible High Flow Oil 18 68
25M434 1/2 BSPT Rigid Automatic Oil 8 30
25M435 1/2 BSPT Rigid Antifreeze Antifreeze 8 30
25M436 1/2 BSPT Flexible Automatic Oil 8 30
25M437 1/2 BSPT Flexible Antifreeze Antifreeze 8 30
25M440 1/2 BSPT Rigid High Flow Oil 18 68
25M441 1/2 BSPT Flexible High Flow Oil 18 68
25M443 1/2 BSPT Gear Lube Manual Gear Lube 5 19
25M445 1/2 BSPT Rigid, open None WWS* 8 30
25M446 3/4 BSPT Rigid High Flow Oil 18 68
25M447 3/4 BSPT Flexible High Flow Oil 18 68

Metered Dispense Valve Overview
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Metered Dispense
Valve Overview
Navigation Pad
The Navigation Pad (FIG. 1) includes 4
navigation ARROWS (UP, DOWN, LEFT,
RIGHT) and a center, ENTER button.
Arrows: Move the cursor on the display.
ENTER button: Used to select or store an
entry.
Header Information
The following information appears at the top
of the Work Offline and Dispense screens.
ABanner - Unique identification. For
instructions for assigning a name to the
meter, see Utility Menus, Set-Up,
Banner on page 19.
BBattery Indicator - When the batteries
are fully charged, the battery is
completely filled in. As the battery
discharges, the amount of battery that
is filled declines. When the low battery
symbol shown in FIG. 3 is shown,
replace the batteries. See Battery
Replacement, page 21.
FIG. 1
Navigation Pad ENTER
Display
Navigation
Arrows
FIG. 2
FIG. 3
AB

Metered Dispense Valve Overview
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Sleep / Awake Mode
•Sleep: Battery-saving mode.
•Awake:To wake up metered dispense
valve, press any ARROW or the center
ENTER button on the metered
dispense valve’s navigation pad.
Opening and Closing the Nozzle
•To open the nozzle, use your hand to
rotate the nozzle clockwise.
•To close the nozzle, use your hand to
rotate the nozzle counter-clockwise.
Mounting Bracket
Mounting Bracket Kit 249440 is available for
mounting the metered dispense valve on a
console.
Typical Installation
The typical installation shown in FIG. 6 is only
a guide. It is not a complete system design.
Contact your Graco distributor for assistance
in designing a system to suit your needs.
The metered dispense valve is not designed
for in-line installation.
FIG. 4
FIG. 5
Open
Closed
FIG. 6
ITEM DESCRIPTION
A Metered Dispense Valve
B Fluid shut-off valve
CHose
D Hose reel fluid inlet hose
E Hose reel
A Thermal Relief Kit (not shown) is
required. The kit required will vary by pump
selected.
E
A
C
D
B

Installation
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Installation
Pressure Relief Procedure
Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure
whenever you see this symbol.
1. Turn off power supply to the pump or
close fluid shut off valve (B).
2. Open nozzle.
3. Trigger the metered dispense valve into
a waste container to relieve pressure.
4. Open any bleed-type master air valves
and fluid drain valves in the system.
5. Leave the drain valve open until you are
ready to pressurize the system.
Grounding
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations to
ground the pump and fluid supply
container.
To maintain grounding continuity when
flushing or relieving pressure: hold a metal
part of the metered dispense valve firmly to
the side of a grounded metal pail, then trigger
the metered dispense valve.
Hoses: Only use electrically conductive
hoses. Check electrical resistance of hoses.
If total resistance to ground exceeds 29
megohms, replace hose immediately.
This equipment stays pressurized until
pressure is manually relieved. To help
prevent serious injury from pressurized
fluid, such as skin injection, splashing fluid
and moving parts, follow the Pressure
Relief Procedure when you stop
dispensing and before cleaning, checking,
or servicing the equipment.
The equipment must be grounded to
reduce the risk of static sparking. Static
sparking can cause fumes to ignite or
explode. Grounding provides an escape
wire for the electric current.
FIRE HAZARD
Conductive metal surfaces on the metered
dispense valve must not make contact with
any positively charged metal surface,
including (but not limited to), the starter
solenoid terminal, alternator terminal or
battery terminal. Such contact could cause
electrical arcing and a fire.

Installation
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Pre-Installation Procedure
1. Relieve pressure, page 9.
2. Close shut-off valve (B, FIG. 6, page 8).
3. Ground the hose and reel or console.
Leave at least two threads bare when
using PTFE tape. The bare threads
ensure a ground is maintained.
4. Flush equipment. See Flushing, page
10.
Flushing
The equipment was tested with lightweight
oil, which is left in the fluid passages to
protect parts. To avoid contaminating your
fluid, flush the equipment with a compatible
solvent before using it.
1. Close the fluid shut-off valve (B, FIG. 6,
page 8) at each dispense position.
2. Make sure:
•the main fluid outlet valve at the
pump is closed.
•the air pressure to the pump motor
is adjusted to minimize the system
flow rate without the metered
dispense valve attached.
•the air valve is open.
3. Slowly open the main fluid outlet valve.
a. Place the hose end (with no
metered dispense valve connected)
into a container for waste oil.
b. Secure the hose in the container so
it will not come out during flushing.
c. If you have multiple dispense
positions, first flush the dispense
position farthest from the pump and
work your way toward the pump.
4. Slowly open the shut-off valve (B) at the
dispense position. Flush out a sufficient
amount of oil to ensure that the entire
system is clean; then close the valve.
5. Repeat Step 4 at all other positions.
NOTICE
•If this is a new installation or if the fluid
lines are contaminated, flush the lines
before you install the metered
dispense valve. Contaminated lines
could cause the metered dispense
valve to leak.
•Never dispense compressed air with
metered dispense valve. Dispensing
compressed air will damage the
metered dispense valve.