Graco Fire-Ball 300 User manual

Stationary Units
Part No. Pump Type Hose Kit Cover Follow Plate
225014 50:1 Fire-Ball 300 120 lb X X X
223108 50:1 Fire-Ball 425 120 lb X X X
244635 75:1 Fire-Ball 425 120 lb X X X
225016 50:1 Fire-Ball 300 400 lb X X X
225781 50:1 Fire-Ball 425 400 lb X X X
244636 75:1 Fire-Ball 425 400 lb X X X
Mobile Units
Part No. Pump Type Hose Kit Cover Follow Plate
Hold-down
Kit
222085 50:1 Fire-Ball 300 120 lb X X X X
223107 50:1 Fire-Ball 425 120 lb X X X X
243817 75:1 Fire-Ball 425 120 lb X X X X
222071 50:1 Fire-Ball 300 400 lb X X X X
222075 50:1 Fire-Ball 425 400 lb X X X X
243818 75:1 Fire-Ball 425 400 lb X X X X
Instructions – Parts List
GRACO INC.ąP.O. BOX 1441ąMINNEAPOLIS, MNą55440-1441
Copyright 1988, Graco Inc. is registered to I.S. EN ISO 9001
Fire-BallR300 and 425
Grease Pumps 307880K
Important Safety Instructions.
Read all warnings and instructions in this manual.
Save these instructions.
WARNING
These systems are designed to be used only in
pumping non-corrosive and non-abrasive lubricants.
Any other use of the system can cause unsafe op-
erating conditions and result in component rupture,
fire, or explosion, which can cause serious bodily
injury, including fluid injection.
50:1 Ratio Fire-Ball 300 Pumps: 5000 psi (35 MPa, 350 bar) Maximum Working Pressure
50:1 Ratio Fire-Ball 425 Pumps: 4000 psi (28 MPa, 276 bar) Maximum Working Pressure
75:1 Ratio Fire-Ball 425 Pumps: 4000 psi (28 MPa, 276 bar) Maximum Working Pressure
Stationary installations and mobile units for pumping non-corrosive and
non-abrasive lubricants.

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Table of Contents
Warnings 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Data 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graco Standard Warranty 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graco Phone Numbers 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbols
Warning Symbol
WARNING
This symbol alerts you to the possibility of serious
injury or death if you do not follow the instructions.
Caution Symbol
CAUTION
This symbol alerts you to the possibility of damage to
or destruction of equipment if you do not follow the
instructions.
WARNING
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Equipment misuse can cause the equipment to rupture or malfunction and result in serious injury.
DThis equipment is for professional use only.
DRead all instruction manuals, tags, and labels before operating the equipment.
DUse the equipment only for its intended purpose. If you are not sure, call your Graco distributor.
DDo not alter or modify this equipment.
DCheck equipment daily. Repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
DDo not exceed the maximum working pressure stated on the equipment or in the Technical Data
for your equipment. Do not exceed the maximum working pressure of the lowest rated component
in your system.
DUse fluids and solvents which are compatible with the equipment wetted parts. Refer to the Tech-
nical Data section of all equipment manuals. Read the fluid and solvent manufacturer’s warnings.
DHandle hoses carefully. Do not pull on hoses to move equipment.
DRoute hoses away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts, and hot surfaces. Do not expose
Graco hoses to temperatures above 66_C (150_F) or below –40_C (–40_F).
DWear hearing protection when operating this equipment.
DDo not move or lift pressurized equipment.
DComply with all applicable local, state, and national fire, electrical, and safety regulations.

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WARNING
SKIN INJECTION HAZARD
Fluid from the dispense valve, leaks, or ruptured components can inject fluid into your body and cause
extremely serious injury, including the need for amputation. Fluid splashed in the eyes or on the skin
can also cause serious injury.
DFluid injected into the skin is a serious injury. The injury may look like just a cut, but it is a serious
injury. Get immediate surgical treatment.
DDo not point the dispense valve at anyone or at any part of the body.
DDo not put your hand or fingers over the dispensing nozzle.
DDo not stop or deflect leaks with your hand, body, glove or rag.
DDo not “blow back” fluid; this is not an air spray system.
DAlways have the dispensing nozzle on the dispense valve when dispensing.
DFollow the Pressure Relief Procedure on page 8 if the tip clogs and before cleaning, checking or
servicing the equipment.
DTighten all fluid connections before operating the equipment.
DCheck the hoses, tubes, and couplings daily. Replace worn or damaged parts immediately. Do not
repair high pressure couplings; you must replace the entire hose.
MOVING PARTS HAZARD
Moving parts can pinch or amputate your fingers.
DKeep clear of all moving parts when starting or operating the pump.
DBefore checking or servicing the equipment, follow the Pressure Relief Procedure on page 8 to
prevent the equipment from starting unexpectedly.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Improper grounding, poor ventilation, open flames or sparks can cause a hazardous condition and re-
sult in a fire or explosion and serious injury.
DGround the equipment and the object being lubricated. Refer to Grounding on page 4.
DIf there is any static sparking or you feel an electric shock while using this equipment, stop dis-
pensing immediately. Do not use the equipment until you identify and correct the problem.
DProvide fresh air ventilation to avoid the buildup of flammable fumes from solvents or the fluid
being dispensed.
DKeep the dispensing area free of debris, including solvent, rags, and gasoline.
DDo not smoke in the dispensing area.
TOXIC FLUID HAZARD
Hazardous fluid or toxic fumes can cause serious injury or death if splashed in the eyes or on the skin,
inhaled, or swallowed.
DKnow the specific hazards of the fluid you are using.
DStore hazardous fluid in an approved container. Dispose of hazardous fluid according to all local,
state and national guidelines.
DAlways wear protective eyewear, gloves, clothing and respirator as recommended by the fluid and
solvent manufacturer.

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NOTES:
DReference numbers and letters in parentheses in the text refer to the callouts in the figures and drawings.
DAlways use Genuine Graco Parts and Accessories, available from your Graco distributor.
Grounding
WARNING
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Before operating the pump, ground the
system as explained below. Also read
the section FIRE OR EXPLOSION
HAZARD on page 3.
Ground all of this equipment:
DPump: Use a ground wire and clamp as shown in
Fig. 1. Remove the ground screw (Z) and insert
through the eye of the ring terminal at end of
ground wire (Y). Fasten the ground screw back
onto the pump and tighten securely. To order a
ground wire and clamp, order part number 222011.
Fig. 1 TI1052
Y
Z
DAir and fluid hoses: Use only electrically conductive
hoses.
DAir compressor: Follow manufacturer’s recommen-
dations.
DDispensing valve: Ground through connection to a
properly grounded fluid hose and pump.
DObject being dispensed to: Follow your local code.
DSolvent pails used when flushing: Follow your local
code. Use only metal pails, which are conductive,
placed on a grounded surface. Do not place the
pail on a nonconductive surface, such as paper or
cardboard, which interrupts the grounding continu-
ity.
DTo maintain grounding continuity when flushing or
relieving pressure, hold a metal part of the dispens-
ing valve firmly to the side of a grounded metal pail,
then trigger the dispense valve.

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Installation
Note: See page 7 for the mobile mounting installation. See page 5 for hose and air accessory installation.
Typical Installation For Stationary Mountings
Key
Fluid dispense line
Pump ground wire
Air regulator
Main air supply line
Air filter
Pump lubricator
Pump runaway valve
Follow plate
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
06369B
Stationary Mounting Layout
1. Plan the layout for easy operator access to the
pump air controls, sufficient room to change
drums, and a secure platform.
2. For ease in changing drums, install a pump eleva-
tor.
Open Drum, Cover Mounted Pumps
Models 225014, 225016, 225781, 233108, 244635,
and 244636.
1. Remove the original drum cover.
2. Place the drum cover (3) on the drum, and fasten
it with the screws and washers provided. Carefully
guide the pump riser tube through the mounting
gasket.
Installing the Hose Kit See Fig. 2
For pumps using Hose Kit 222072
1. Install the 3/8” swivel adapter (102) in the pump air
inlet or air regulator line coupler (d) whichever is
applicable. Connect the 3/8” ID air hose (101) to
the swivel. Connect the air hose to the air acces-
sories.
2. Connect the 1/4” swivel adapter (104) to the pump
fluid outlet. Connect the 1/4” ID fluid hose (103) to
the swivel. Connect a suitable dispensing valve or
extra hose to the 6-ft hose.
For pumps using Hose Kit 222076
1. Install the 1/2” swivel adapter (102) in the pump air
inlet or air regulator line coupler (d) whichever is
applicable. Connect the 1/2” ID air hose (101) to
the swivel. Connect the air hose to the air acces-
sories.
2. Connect the 3/8” swivel adapter (104) to the pump
fluid outlet. Connect the 3/8” ID fluid hose (103) to
the swivel. Connect a suitable dispensing valve or
extra hose to the 6-ft hose.

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Fig. 2
103
104
101
102
3
d
Fire-Ball 300
pump shown
8729B
Air Line and Accessories
Note: Install the air line accessories in the order
shown in the Typical Installation on page 5.
CAUTION
Do not hang air accessories directly on the air inlet.
The fittings are not strong enough to support acces-
sories and may cause one or more to break. Provide
a bracket on which to mount accessories.
DInstall a pump runaway valve (G) to shut off the air
to the pump if the pump accelerates beyond the
pre-adjusted setting. A pump that runs too fast can
be seriously damaged.
DInstall an air line lubricator (F) for automatic air
motor lubrication.
DInstall the air regulator (C) to control pump speed
and pressure.
DOn the main air supply line from the compressor,
install an air line filter (E) to remove harmful dirt and
contaminants from your compressed air supply.
Grounding
Proper grounding is an essential part of maintaining a
safe system. Read and follow the instructions in
Grounding on page 4.

Fig. 3
01613
J
J
S
P
N
R
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Typical Installation For Mobile Mountings
Key
H Compressor
J Hold-down rods
K Truck bed
L Hose reel
K
H
J
L
See Descriptions of air accessories on page 5.
01612B
Note: See page 5 for the stationary mounting instal-
lation and page 5 for hose and air accessory installa-
tion.
Mobile Mounting Layout
Plan the layout for easy operator access to the pump
air controls, sufficient room to change drums, and a
secure truck bed or mounting platform.
Drum With Hold-down Kit
See Fig.Mounting 3
Models 222071, 222075, 222085, 223107, 243817,
and 243818
1. Place the drum in the desired location.
2. Place the hold-down lugs (R) or drum locators (S)
around the drum base and bolt directly to the truck
bed or mounting platform.
3. Remove the cover hold-down brackets (P) and
wing nuts (N) from the hold-down rods (J).

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Operation
Pressure Relief Procedure
WARNING
INJECTION HAZARD
To reduce the risk of serious injury, in-
cluding fluid injection or splashing in the
eyes or on the skin, always follow the
Pressure Relief Procedure whenever you
DAre instructed to relieve the pressure
DShut off the pump
DCheck or service any of the system equipment
DInstall or clean the grease fitting couplers
DStop dispensing
1. Close the pump air regulator.
2. Hold a metal part of the dispense valve firmly to a
grounded metal waste container and trigger to
relieve the fluid pressure.
Start-up
1. Close the air regulators and bleed-type master air
valves to all but one pump.
2. Open the master air valve from the compressor.
3. For the pump that is connected, trigger the dis-
pensing valve into a grounded metal waste con-
tainer making firm metal-to-metal contact between
the container and valve. Open the bleed-type
master air valve, and open the pump air regulator
slowly, just until the pump is running. When the
pump is primed and all air has been pushed out of
the lines, release the trigger.
4. If you have more than one pump, repeat this
process for each pump.
Note: When the pump is primed, and with suffi-
cient air supplied, the pump starts when the dis-
pensing valve is opened and shuts off when
closed.
5. Set the air pressure to each pump at the lowest
pressure needed to get the desired results.
WARNING
The maximum working pressure of each pump in
your system may not be the same. To reduce the
risk of over-pressurizing any part of your system,
be sure you know the maximum working pressure
rating of each pump and its connected compo-
nents. Never exceed the maximum working pres-
sure of the lowest rated component connected to a
particular pump.
To determine the fluid output pressure using the air
regulator reading, multiply the ratio of the pump by
the air pressure shown on the regulator gauge. For
example:
50:(1) ratio x 100 psi air = 5000 psi fluid output
50:(1) ratio x 0.7 MPa air = 35 MPa fluid output
50:(1) ratio x 7 bar air = 350 bar fluid output
Limit the air to the pump so that no air line or fluid
line component or accessory is over-pressurized.
CAUTION
Never allow the pump to run dry of the fluid being
pumped. A dry pump will quickly accelerate to a high
speed, possibly damaging itself. If your pump accel-
erates quickly, or is running too fast, stop it immedi-
ately and check the fluid supply. If the supply con-
tainer is empty and air has been pumped into the
lines, prime the pump and lines with fluid, or flush it
and leave it filled with a compatible solvent. Be sure
to eliminate all air from the fluid system.
Note: A pump runaway valve can be installed on the
air line to automatically shut off the pump if it starts to
run too fast.
6. Read and follow the instructions supplied with
each component in your system.
7. To shut off the system, always follow the Pressure
Relief Procedure at left.

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Notes

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Parts Drawings and Lists
8729B
7 or 8
50:1 Fire-Ball 300, 120-lb drum size
Model 225014, Includes items 1 to 4
Ref
No. Part No. Description Qty.
1 239887 PUMP, 50:1 Ratio Fire-Ball 300;
See 308883 for parts 1
2 222072 HOSE AND FITTING KIT;
See parts on page 14 1
3 204574 COVER; See 306345 for parts 1
4 220654 FOLLOW PLATE;
See 306345 for parts 1
50:1 Fire–Ball 425, 120-lb drum size
Model 223108, Includes items 1 to 4
Ref
No. Part No. Description Qty.
1 205394 PUMP, 50:1 Ratio Fire–Ball 425;
See 306674 for parts 1
2 222076 HOSE AND FITTING KIT;
See parts on page 14 1
3 204574 COVER; See 306345 for parts 1
4 223344 FOLLOW PLATE;
See 306345 for parts 1
1
2
4
3
Fire-Ball 300
pump shown
75:1 Fire–Ball 425, 120-lb drum size
Model 244635, Includes items 1 to 4
Ref
No. Part No. Description Qty.
1 239729 PUMP, 75:1 Ratio Fire–Ball 425;
See 308777 for parts 1
2 222076 HOSE AND FITTING KIT;
See parts on page 14 1
3 204574 COVER; See 306345 for parts 1
4 223344 FOLLOW PLATE;
See 306345 for parts 1