Hercules R500 User manual

Part# 1004422-02
9/1/2020
Made in USA
This manual contains important information concerning the
installation and operation of the gun washers listed above.
Read manual thoroughly and keep for future reference
OWNERS MANUAL
Toll Free: 800-444-4351
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.herkules.us
E-mail: [email protected] Herkules Equipment Corporation
2760 Ridgeway Court
Walled Lake, MI 48390-1662 USA
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Warranty ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….................... 3
Model Information ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
Warnings ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 - 6
Installation ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7
Operation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8
Preventative Maintenance ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
Troubleshooting ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
Drawings with Part Lists …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10-12
Herkules Equipment Corporation
A U.S.-based manufacturer, Herkules Equipment Corporation offers a diverse line of products that support multiple
industries by improving efficiency, productivity, ergonomics, comfort, and safety in the work environment. The
company consists of the three product lines: Herkules, Enkon and BossLifts.
Since 1985, Herkules has designed, engineered and manufactured quality products at our Walled Lake,
Michigan facility. Our company supports our products after delivery, with U.S. based customer service, and
replacement parts, enabling our customers to proceed with confidence.
To learn more about Herkules, visit http://herkules.us. Contact us at inf[email protected] with any
questions or concerns.
Thank you for purchasing a Herkules product!
Table of Contents
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Warranty
At Herkules we take great pride in the construction of our American-made products, and we stand behind their reliability.
Our limited liability warranty coverage for Paint Gun Washers warranties the unit for a period of 12 months. Washer pumps
have a separate warranty; the Herkules 338 pump is protected for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase. All other
pumps, including rinse pumps, are warrantied for 12 months.
This warranty does not apply to equipment damaged from accident, abuse, overload, misuse, negligence, improper
installation, abrasive or corrosive materials, or shipping damage.
In the event of product failure, the defective item must be returned, freight prepaid, to the Herkules manufacturing plant for
repair or replacement. If repairs are required, Herkules will not be liable for these repairs to take place in the field regardless
of the application. Proof of purchase and date of purchase must be confirmed. An RGA* (Returned Goods Authorization) and
written approval from Herkules must be obtained before any goods can be shipped to Herkules. We reserve the right to
Determine whether failure is due to defective material, normal wear, and / or other causes.
There are no warranties which extend beyond the description on the face hereof. Herkules
disclaims any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose in connection with
the Buyer's purchase of any Product under this agreement. Damages are limited to the sales
price of the Herkules system. The terms and conditions herein represent the entire agreement
between Herkules and the Buyer. Any prior / future representations do not apply.
*To obtain a RGA, contact Herkules at 1-800-444-4351 and have the item model, serial numbers, and invoice number if applicable.
Upon receipt of your equipment, please write your purchase information below. Please retain this manual for your records.
Serial Number Model Number
Purchase Date Distributor (if applicable)
IMPORTANT NOTICE: if you have a problem with your Herkules product,
DO NOT RETURN TO PLACE OF PURCHASE
Contact Herkules: by phone [phone]; by email, [e-mail]; or on the web at herkules.us/contact-us.
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Model Information
Dimensions in./(mm)
A
B
C
D
39.7 16.2 20.5 20.4
Waterborne Recycler Manual (1009) (411) (521) (516)
Warning Symbol Caution Symbol
44
R500 (20)
NOTE: Dimensions listed are overall measurements.
Model Description Weight
lbs/(kg)
CAUTION
WARNING
This symbol alerts you to the possibility of serious
injury or death if you do not follow the instructions. This symbol alerts you to the possibility of damage to
or destruction of equipment if you do not follow the
instructions.
A
BC
D
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EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Equipment misuse can cause the equipment to rupture, malfunction, or start unexpectedly
and result in serious injury.
• This equipment is for professional use only.
• Read all instruction manuals, tags, and labels before operating the equipment.
• Use the equipment only for its intended use.
• Do not alter or modify this equipment.
• Do not exceed the maximum working pressure of the lowest rated system component.
• Route the hoses away from traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts, and hot surfaces.
• Do not use the hoses to pull the equipment.
• Do not move pressurized equipment.
• Comply with all applicable local, state and national fire, electrical and other safety regulation.
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
Spray from hose leaks or ruptured components can splash fluid in the eyes or on the skin and cause
serious injury.
• Do not stop or deflect fluid leaks with your hand, body, glove, or rag.
• Tighten all fluid connections before operating the equipment.
• Replace worn, damaged, or loose parts immediately.
WARNING
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FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Improper grounding, poor air ventilation, open flames, or sparks can cause a hazardous condition
and result in fire or explosion and serious injury.
• Ground the equipment. See Installation for grounding procedure.
• Provide fresh air ventilation to avoid the build up of fumes.
• Extinguish all open flames or pilot lights in the Recycler area.
• Disconnect all electrical equipment in the Recycler area.
• Keep the Recycler area free of debris, including cleaning solutions, rags, and gasoline.
• Do not turn on any light switch in the Recycler area while operating or if fumes are present.
• Do not smoke in the Recycler area.
• Do not operate a gasoline engine in the Recycler area.
•
If there is any static sparking while using the equipment, stop operation immediately. Identify and
correct the problem.
TOXIC FLUID HAZARD
Hazardous fluids or toxic fumes can cause serious injury or death if splashed in eyes or on the
skin, swallowed, or inhaled.
• Know the specific hazards of the fluid you are using. Read the fluid manufacturer's warnings.
• Store hazardous fluid in an approved container. Dispose of hazardous fluid according to all local, state
and national guidelines.
• Wear the appropriate protective clothing, gloves, eyewear and respirator.
WARNING
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Installing the Recycler
1) Place recycler on a level surface in a properly
ventilated paint mixing room or paint booth.
Grounding the Recycler
1) Connect the ground wire on the Recycler’s lid to a
true earth ground.
2) Ground all equipment used or located in the Recycler
area.
Connecting the air line
1) Install a 1/4 in. npt male coupler, that is compatible with
the quick disconnect of your air supply line, into the air
supply port of the filter/regulator located on the back right
leg.
2) Connect air line with at least 75 psi to the coupler.
Filter/regulator is preset. Do not adjust.
Installation
Air supply
port
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Filtering dirty water
1) Pour the dirty paint mixture to be recycled into the tank.
Do not exceed the 5 gallon capacity of the tank.
2) Add flocculant / coagulant to the dirty paint mixture. (Herkules
CoAgent P/N CA01 recommended.
NOTE: Herkules CoAgent recycling coagulant along with inner
and outer filter bags can be purchased online at www.herkules.us
3) If using Herkules CoAgent P/N CA01, add 1 tablespoon
per 5 gallons of dirty paint mixture.
4) Set the switch on the side of the Recycler to Agitator.
Stir mixture for 30 seconds during agitation. Allow
the dirty paint mixture / flocculant mix to agitate
for 30 to 120 seconds (dependent upon quality of
flocculant). Let the mixture sit for 30 seconds.
Return the agitator switch to the Off position.
Note: Repeat process if adequate separation does not
occur (dependent upon quality of flocculant).
5) Open the ball valve to allow the mixture to drain
through the filter bags. The filter bags capture the
paint debris, and the bucket captures the filtered cleaning
solution / water mixture that can be reused for cleaning.
Note: Reuse the cleaning solution / water mixture until it
becomes tacky to the touch. Dispose of all waste materials
according to local, state, and federal regulations.
6) Empty the paint waste out of the inner filter. Place inner
filter back on the filter holder for up to 10 uses.
Note: place solid waste onto a piece of cardboard to finish
drying. This will speed the process as the cardboard will
absorb the moisture from the paint debris.
7) Close the ball valve. Replace filter bags (P/N 1003348
& P/N 1003351) as needed.
8) Dispose of all waste materials according to all local, state,
and federal regulations.
9) Wipe inner tank after each use.
Please refer to www.herkules.us/herkules/product-information/videos for a video on the coagulating and filtering process.
Operation
Filter Inner
P/N 1003348
Filter Outer
P/N 1003351
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To keep your machine working efficiently and effectively, please follow these directions.
1)
Drain water from regulator weekly if you do not have
quality dry air.
2)
Replace Filter/Regulator yearly. (#11345)
3) Change cleaning solution / water mixture when objects being
cleaned become tacky to the touch.
4) Clean inside of tank.
Do not change the setting of the filter/regulator. This
could damage the filter/regulator.
Troubleshooting
Agitator doesn't work 1Make sure air is connected to Recycler.
2Make sure all air lines are attached.
3 Check to make sure there are no kinks in the air lines.
4 Make sure the switch on the side is set to Agitator.
Possible Solution
Preventative Maintenance
CAUTION
Problem
Filter / Regulator
(#11345)
fig.4
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R500 Parts Layout
21
17
8
67
4
18
5
4
2
16
15
14
20
19
22 5
13
26
23
24
9
11
3
10
1
25
12
7
8
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Part #
Description
1
002-120A-72 Grounding Wire x 72" Long 1 EA
2
19669 Tub 1 EA
3
M5 Tube 5/32 Nylon Blue 17 IN
4
14604 Stand Assembly with Regulator 1 EA
5
M5 Tube 5/32 Nylon Blue 15 IN
6
19700 Lid 1 EA
7
1002546 Screw BHSC 10-24 x 1/2 2 EA
8
002-161 Flat Washer #10 4 EA
9
1004392 Sticker Front Recycler GWR 1 EA
10
1004425 Sticker Agitator/Off Toggle 1 EA
11
1004423 Sticker Top Lid Recycler GWR 1 EA
12
1004400 Decal Herkules R500 Brand 1 EA
13
M5 Tube 5/32 Nylon Blue 4 IN
14
1002644 Bulkhead 1 - Brass 1 EA
15
85B Washer 1-1/2 x 1 Nylon 2 EA
16
62 Reducer 1/2 NPT X 3/8 NPT 1 EA
17
6 Ball Valve 1 EA
18
1002914 Bucket 1 EA
19
1002967 Filter mount frame 1 EA
20
1003348 Filter inner 1 EA
21
1003351 Filter outer 1 EA
22
1000524 Check Ball Inline For 5/32 Hose 1 EA
23
1002643 Bulkhead 3/4 - Brass 1 EA
24
1002779 Elbow Street 1/4 NPT Brass 1 EA
25
002-134 Nozzle 1/4 NPTM Brass 1 EA
26
T25 Fitting PTC 90D Swivel 5/32 T x 1/4 NPT 1 EA
Consumables Replacement Options
1
13835 Inner Filter Replacement - 5 Pack 1 EA
2
13836 Outer Filter Replacement - 5 Pack 1 EA
3
CA01 CoAgent Flocculant 2 kg 1 EA
Note: For parts shown but not identified
refer to assembly layouts on page 10
Quantity
R500 Parts Layout
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Part #
Description
1
1002546 Screw BHSC 10-24 x 1/2 2 EA
2
67 Adaptor 1/4 NPT Brass 1 EA
3
11345 Filter / Regulator 1 EA
4
T25 Fitting PTC 90 Degree Swivel 5/32 T x 1/4 NPT 1 EA
5
85D Flat Washer 1/2 SAE Zinc 2 EA
6
T4 Hose Fitting 5/32 X 1/8 NPT 1 EA
7
1002912 Toggle valve 1 EA
8
59 Plug Hex 1/8 NPT Brass 1 EA
9
005-137 Nut Nylock 10-24 Z 2 EA
10
002-129 Hose Fitting 90° 5/32 x 1/8 NPT 1 EA
Note: Parts are shown for reference purposes only
and are not necessarily part of a Herkules assembly.
R500 Stand Assembly
Quantity
6
2
5
5
3
4
7
10 98
1
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