Nordson Vantage Reference guide

VantagerModular
Gun Control System
Customer Product Manual
Part 1046736−05
Issued 04/15
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Table of Contents
Safety 1-1....................................
Introduction 1-1...............................
Qualified Personnel 1-1........................
Intended Use 1-1..............................
Regulations and Approvals 1-1..................
Personal Safety 1-2...........................
Fire Safety 1-2................................
Grounding 1-3................................
Action in the Event of a Malfunction 1-3..........
Disposal 1-3..................................
Description 2-1...............................
Introduction 2-1................................
Master Control Unit 2-1........................
Spray Gun Controls and Indicators 2-2...........
Front Panel 2-2.............................
Keypad 2-3..............................
Display 2-4..............................
Back Panel 2-4.............................
Base Assembly 2-5............................
Operating Modes 2-6...........................
Specifications 2-6..............................
Installation 3-1................................
Mounting 3-1..................................
Electrical Connections 3-1......................
Spray Gun Cable/Adapter Installation 3-3.........
Sure Coat or Versa Spray II
Automatic Spray Gun Cables 3-3.............
Tribomatic II Automatic Spray Gun Adapters 3-5.
Trigger Configuration 3-6.......................
Pneumatic Connections 3-7.....................
External Trigger Connections 3-7................
Operation 4-1.................................
Startup 4-2...................................
Initial Gun Usage 4-4...........................
Air Pressure Adjustments 4-5....................
Flow Rate Air Pressure 4-5...................
Atomizing Air Pressure 4-5...................
Fluidizing Air Pressure 4-6....................
Shutdown 4-6.................................
Daily Maintenance 4-6..........................
Troubleshooting 5-1..........................
Wiring Diagrams 5-4...........................
Repair 6-1....................................
Spray Gun Cable/Adapter Replacement 6-1.......
Sure Coat or
Versa Spray II Automatic Spray Guns 6-1......
Tribomatic II Automatic Spray Guns 6-3........
Check Valve Replacement 6-4...................
Solenoid Replacement 6-5......................
Gun Board Replacement 6-7....................
Interface Display Board Replacement 6-8.........
Regulator and Gauge Replacement 6-10
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Fuses 6-12....................................
Master Control Fuses 6-12....................
Power Supply Fuse 6-12......................
Power Supply Replacement 6-13..................
Pneumatic Diagram 6-14.........................
Upgrading the Modular Control System 7-1.....
Introduction 7-1...............................
Controller Preparation 7-2......................
Air Tubing Installation 7-3.......................
Power Cable Installation 7-4....................
Rear Panel Installation 7-5......................
Front Panel Installation 7-7......................
Parts 8-1.....................................
Introduction 8-1...............................
Using the Illustrated Parts List 8-1............
Vantage Modular Gun Control System 8-2.........
Controller Assemblies 8-2....................
Controller Replacement Parts 8-2.............
Spray Gun Cables 8-4.........................
Controller Upgrade Kit 8-4......................
Accessories 8-4...............................
Contact Us
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inquiries about its products. General information about Nordson can be
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Address all correspondence to:
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Attn: Customer Service
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Amherst, OH 44001
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Section 1
Safety
Introduction
Read and follow these safety instructions. Task- and equipment-specific
warnings, cautions, and instructions are included in equipment
documentation where appropriate.
Make sure all equipment documentation, including these instructions, is
accessible to all persons operating or servicing equipment.
Qualified Personnel
Equipment owners are responsible for making sure that Nordson equipment
is installed, operated, and serviced by qualified personnel. Qualified
personnel are those employees or contractors who are trained to safely
perform their assigned tasks. They are familiar with all relevant safety rules
and regulations and are physically capable of performing their assigned
tasks.
Intended Use
Use of Nordson equipment in ways other than those described in the
documentation supplied with the equipment may result in injury to persons
or damage to property.
Some examples of unintended use of equipment include
Susing incompatible materials
Smaking unauthorized modifications
Sremoving or bypassing safety guards or interlocks
Susing incompatible or damaged parts
Susing unapproved auxiliary equipment
Soperating equipment in excess of maximum ratings
Regulations and Approvals
Make sure all equipment is rated and approved for the environment in which
it is used. Any approvals obtained for Nordson equipment will be voided if
instructions for installation, operation, and service are not followed.
All phases of equipment installation must comply with all federal, state, and
local codes.

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Personal Safety
To prevent injury follow these instructions.
SDo not operate or service equipment unless you are qualified.
SDo not operate equipment unless safety guards, doors, or covers are
intact and automatic interlocks are operating properly. Do not bypass or
disarm any safety devices.
SKeep clear of moving equipment. Before adjusting or servicing any
moving equipment, shut off the power supply and wait until the
equipment comes to a complete stop. Lock out power and secure the
equipment to prevent unexpected movement.
SRelieve (bleed off) hydraulic and pneumatic pressure before adjusting or
servicing pressurized systems or components. Disconnect, lock out,
and tag switches before servicing electrical equipment.
SObtain and read Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all materials
used. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for safe handling and use
of materials, and use recommended personal protection devices.
STo prevent injury, be aware of less-obvious dangers in the workplace
that often cannot be completely eliminated, such as hot surfaces, sharp
edges, energized electrical circuits, and moving parts that cannot be
enclosed or otherwise guarded for practical reasons.
Fire Safety
To avoid a fire or explosion, follow these instructions.
SDo not smoke, weld, grind, or use open flames where flammable
materials are being used or stored.
SProvide adequate ventilation to prevent dangerous concentrations of
volatile materials or vapors. Refer to local codes or your material MSDS
for guidance.
SDo not disconnect live electrical circuits while working with flammable
materials. Shut off power at a disconnect switch first to prevent
sparking.
SKnow where emergency stop buttons, shutoff valves, and fire
extinguishers are located. If a fire starts in a spray booth, immediately
shut off the spray system and exhaust fans.
SClean, maintain, test, and repair equipment according to the instructions
in your equipment documentation.
SUse only replacement parts that are designed for use with original
equipment. Contact your Nordson representative for parts information
and advice.

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Grounding
WARNING: Operating faulty electrostatic equipment is hazardous and can
cause electrocution, fire, or explosion. Make resistance checks part of your
periodic maintenance program. If you receive even a slight electrical shock
or notice static sparking or arcing, shut down all electrical or electrostatic
equipment immediately. Do not restart the equipment until the problem has
been identified and corrected.
Grounding inside and around the booth openings must comply with NFPA
requirements for Class 2, Division 1 or 2 Hazardous Locations. Refer to
NFPA 33, NFPA 70 (NEC articles 500, 502, and 516), and NFPA 77, latest
conditions.
SAll electrically conductive objects in the spray areas shall be electrically
connected to ground with a resistance of not more than 1 megohm as
measured with an instrument that applies at least 500 volts to the circuit
being evaluated.
SEquipment to be grounded includes, but is not limited to, the floor of the
spray area, operator platforms, hoppers, photoeye supports, and
blow-off nozzles. Personnel working in the spray area must be
grounded.
SThere is a possible ignition potential from the charged human body.
Personnel standing on a painted surface, such as an operator platform,
or wearing non-conductive shoes, are not grounded. Personnel must
wear shoes with conductive soles or use a ground strap to maintain a
connection to ground when working with or around electrostatic
equipment.
SOperators must maintain skin-to-handle contact between their hand and
the gun handle to prevent shocks while operating manual electrostatic
spray guns. If gloves must be worn, cut away the palm or fingers, wear
electrically conductive gloves, or wear a grounding strap connected to
the gun handle or other true earth ground.
SShut off electrostatic power supplies and ground gun electrodes before
making adjustments or cleaning powder spray guns.
SConnect all disconnected equipment, ground cables, and wires after
servicing equipment.
Action in the Event of a Malfunction
If a system or any equipment in a system malfunctions, shut off the system
immediately and perform the following steps:
SDisconnect and lock out electrical power. Close pneumatic shutoff
valves and relieve pressures.
SIdentify the reason for the malfunction and correct it before restarting the
equipment.
Disposal
Dispose of equipment and materials used in operation and servicing
according to local codes.

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Section 2
Description
Introduction
The Vantage modular gun control system is used to control four to eight
automatic spray guns. The controller can be used with Versa-SprayrII,
Sure Coatr, or TribomaticrII automatic spray guns.
The Vantage modular control system:
Scontrols flow rate and atomizing air pressure to the spray gun powder
feed pump
Sprovides dc power to the spray gun voltage multiplier and controls
controls the spray gun electrostatic output
Smonitors the spray gun voltage and microamperage output
Master Control Unit
See Figure 2-1 and Table 2-1.
23
Front Panel
1Rear Panel
456
7
8
BYPASS
CONVEYOR
READY
LOCKOUT
Figure 2-1 Master Control Unit

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Master Control Unit (contd)
Table 2-1 Master Control Unit Front and Back Panels
Item Component Function
1Spray gun controllers Each controller contains controls for two spray guns. Refer to Spray
Gun Controls and Indicators on page 2-2 for more information.
2Main Power Switch Turns the master controller on and off
3Lockout Keyswitch Use to bypass the conveyor interlock or place the system in lockout
mode.
CONVEYOR BYPASS Allows user to trigger spray gun with the conveyor off.
READY Standard setting for running system. The spray guns stop when the
conveyor stops.
LOCKOUT Shuts down the spray guns and pumps, preventing the unit from
triggering on. Use LOCKOUT mode for safety when cleaning the
booth.
4IN air connector 10 mm supply air input
5AUX INPUT Use for external control cable from a PLC or other device
6AC OUT Provides power to trigger controller
7Power input Power input cable
8Enclosure Ground Connects enclosure to earth ground
Spray Gun Controls and Indicators
Front Panel
See Figure 2-2.
SThe keypad and display (1) controls electrostatic output and gun
triggering.
SThe regulators and gauges control flow-rate (2) and atomizing (3) air
pressures.
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Figure 2-2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators
1. Keypad and display 2. Flow rate air regulator and gauge 3. Atomizing air regulator and
gauge

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Keypad
Refer to Table 2-1 and Figure 2-3. The keypad controls the electrostatic
and diagnostic functions of the Vantage modular gun control system.
Table 2-1 Keypad Components
Item Component Description
1Trigger key Automatic gun, external trigger (gun is triggered by another
controller, such as a PLC): When on, external triggering
enabled. When off, external triggering disabled.
Automatic gun, no external trigger: Turns gun on or off.
2kV/AFC LEDs Light to identify the electrostatic mode being used.
3kV/AFC key Toggles between kV mode and AFC mode.
In kV mode: Set kV output of spray gun.
In AFC mode: Set current output limit.
4Up arrow key (+)
Down arrow key (−)
Use to set output voltage (kV) or output current (A). Settings
are stored in memory in case of power loss.
NOTE: If you are using Tribomatic II spray guns no electrostatic
adjustments are available.
In AFC Mode: Range is 10−100 A in 1 A increments.
In kV Mode:
SVersa Spray gun: 33−100 kV in 1 kV increments.
SSure Coat gun: 25−95 kV in 1 kV increments.
5 Display A three-digit, seven-segment display. When the spray guns are
triggered it shows kV (voltage) or A (current).
NOTE: If you are using Tribomatic II spray guns only the output
current (A) is displayed.
6 kV/A LEDs Lights to identify value being displayed: kV (voltage) or A
(current).
7VIEW key Toggles display between current (A) and voltage (kV) when the
gun is spraying.
4
2
15
7
3
6
Figure 2-3 Front Panel Keypad

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Display
Mode Description
Lockout mode used for safety purposes to disable
gun when cleaning.
Conveyor interlock: When the conveyor stops the
gun is triggered off.
Automatic gun, external trigger: Trigger is disabled.
Automatic gun, no external trigger: Gun is off.
Automatic gun, external trigger: Trigger is enabled.
This messge only appears for a few seconds when
trigger is enabled. Display is blank when no
external trigger signal is present.
Back Panel
Refer to Table 2-2 and Figure 2-4.
Table 2-2 Back Panel
Item Function
18-mm tubing connector: Flow rate air to powder pump
28-mm tubing connector: Atomizing air to powder pump
3Gun cable receptacle
44-mm tubing connector: Optional gun air (Sure Coat spray guns) (requires orifice fitting)
4
2
1
3
Figure 2-4 Controller Back Panel

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Base Assembly
See Figure 2-5. The base assembly is used to route the power distribution
cables, trigger distribution cables, and the air tubing from the master control
unit to the individual gun control units.
SThe power distribution cables are routed up from the main input power.
These cables attach to the power supply within each control unit.
SThe trigger distribution cables are routed from the din rail in the main
controller to the interface display board within each control unit.
STwo 8-mm tubes are routed from the main air input. This tubing is
connected to the manifolds in each control unit.
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1
4
2
53
Front Rear
8
Figure 2-5 Base Assembly
1. Master control unit
2. Individual control units
3. Power distribution cables
4. 8-mm air tubing
5. Trigger distribution cables
6. Main input air
7. Main input power
8. Keyswitch

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Operating Modes
Sure Coat and Versa-Spray gun operating modes are kV or AFC. Select
the appropriate mode by pressing the kV/AFC button on the front display
panel. The kV or AFC LED will light when that mode is selected.
NOTE: If you are using Tribomatic II spray guns only output current (A) is
displayed. No electrostatic adjustments are available.
Mode Description
kV (voltage) Setting kV output provides maximum transfer efficiency when coating large
objects with a gun-to-part distance of 0.2−0.3 m (8−12 in.).
The setting is adjustable in 1 kV increments.
SFor Versa-Spray guns the range is 33−100 kV
SFor Sure Coat guns the range is 25−95 kV
AFC (current −A) Automatic feedback current (AFC) allows the operator to set the maximum
current (A) output from the spray gun to prevent excess charging of the
sprayed powder. This provides an optimum combination of kV and
electrostatic field strength for coating parts with interior corners and deep
recesses at close range.
The setting range is 10−100 A in increments of 1 A.
Specifications
Hazardous Location Rating North America: Class II Division 2
European Union: Ordinary non−hazardous location
Installation Requirements
(per ANSI/ISA S82.02.01)
Pollution degree
Installation category
2
2
Electrical
Input
Output
Short circuit output current
Maximum output current
100−250 Vac, 1 phase, 50−60 Hz, 375 VA maximum
6−21 Vdc to the spray gun
50 mA
600 mA
Maximum Input Air Pressure 7.2 bar (105 psi)
Typical Operating Air Pressures
Flow-rate air
Atomizing air
2.0 bar (30 psi)
1 bar (15 psi)
Operating Temperature Ambient; 45 _C maximum
Air Supply Quality Air must be clean and dry. Use a regenerative desiccant or
refrigerated air dryer capable of producing a 3.4 _C (38 _F) or
lower dew point at the controller’s maximum input pressure. Use
a filter system with prefilters and coalescent-type filters capable
of removing oil, water, and dirt in the submicron range.
Moist or contaminated air can cause powder to cake in the feed
hopper; stick to the feed hose walls; clog the pump venturi
throats and spray gun passages; and cause grounding or arcing
inside the spray gun.
Weight 61 kg (135 lb)

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Installation
WARNING: Allow only qualified personnel to perform the following tasks.
Follow the safety instructions in this document and all other related
documentation.
Mounting
The Vantage modular gun control system can be ordered with a base
cabinet to place the controls at optimum height.
The controller can also be mounted in a customer supplied 19-in. cabinet.
Electrical Connections
CAUTION: Equipment damage may occur if the controller is connected to
any line voltage other than that stated on the identification plate.
WARNING: Do not skip step 1. Failure to install a locking disconnect
switch or breaker may result in a severe shock during installation or repair.
WARNING: Lock out and shut off system power during installation. Failure
to observe this warning may result in severe shock.
WARNING: Properly ground the control system or equipment damage will
result.
WARNING: All electrically conductive equipment in the spray area must be
grounded. Ungrounded or poorly grounded equipment can store an
electrostatic charge which can give personnel a severe shock or arc and
cause a fire or explosion.

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Electrical Connections (contd)
See Figure 3-2.
1. Connect the ground cable to the ground stud (4) and connect the ground
clamp to a true earth ground.
2. Install a locking disconnect switch or breaker (15 amp maximum) in the
service line ahead of the controller. Use the disconnect switch to shut
off and lock out system power during installation or repair.
3. Make sure that the input voltage is 100−250 Vac nominal, 1 phase,
50−60 Hz.
4. Wire the power cord (3) as shown in Table 3-1.
NOTE: The conveyor interlock circuit must supply 120 or 240 Vac to the red
and orange conductors while the conveyor is running. When the conveyor
stops, the circuit must de-energize. The conveyor interlock shuts off the
spray guns when the conveyor stops.
Table 3-1 Power Cord Wiring
Wire Function
Brown L1 (hot)
Blue L2 (neutral)
Green/yellow Ground
Red Conveyor Interlock
Orange Conveyor Interlock
NOTE: See Figure 3-1. The conveyor interlock is wired for 240 Vac at
the factory. To configure the interlock for 120 Vac, re-wire the connection
inside the master controller as shown below.
240VAC INTERLOCK
CONNECTION
(FACTORY DEFAULT)
ORANGE
RED
12.7 K
120VAC INTERLOCK
CONNECTION
ORANGE
RED
12.7 K
Figure 3-1 Conveyor Interlock Connections

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Spray Gun Cable/Adapter Installation
NOTE: The spray gun cables are shipped loose and must be connected to
the controller gun driver cards.
1. See Figure 3-2. Remove the eight screws (1) and rear panel (2) from
the spray gun controllers.
2. Install the Sure Coat or the Versa Spray II spray gun cables or the
Tribomatic II adapters using the procedures on the following pages.
Sure Coat or Versa-Spray II Automatic Spray Gun Cables
See Figure 3-2.
1. Loosen the retaining nuts (5) on the gun cable strain reliefs.
2. Remove and discard the tube plugs from the strain reliefs.
3. Feed the 8-pin connector (7) end of the spray gun cables (6) through the
strain reliefs.
4. Pull approximately 350 mm (14 in.) of gun cable through the strain relief
to reache the gun board (8).
5. Connect the eight-pin connectors to the circuit boards. The top spray
gun cable should connect to the right-hand (odd) connector (J3), the
bottom spray gun cable should connect to the left-hand (even)
connector (J4).
6. Tighten the strain relief retaining nuts to secure the cables.
7. Secure the gun cables to the tab on the assembly tray with a tie wrap.
8. Install the rear panel (2) with the eight screws (1).
9. Connect the other ends of the cables to the appropriate spray guns.
10. Repeat this procedure for the other gun controllers in your system.

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Spray Gun Cable/Adapter Installation (contd)
2
13
14
15
16
17
7
20
Tribomatic II Spray Guns
19
18
1401379B
8
5
6
6
ODD # GUNS
EVEN # GUNS
7
9
10
11 3
4
1
2
CABLE TIE
J4 J3
12
Figure 3-2 Electrical and Pneumatic Connections—Back Panel
1. Screws
2. Rear panel
3. Power cord
4. Ground stud
5. Retaining nut
6. Spray gun cable
7. Eight−pin connector
8. Gun board
9. Flow-rate connection
10. Atomizing air connection
11. Supply air (IN) connection
12. Gun air connection (Sure Coat
spray guns)
13. Knob
14. Washer
15. Hex nut
16. Lock washer
17. Shoulder washer
18. Plastic washer and rubber
gasket assembly
19. Slotted screw
20. Push on terminal

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Tribomatic II Automatic Spray Gun Cable Adapters
See Figure 3-2.
NOTE: You must connect the ground wire furnished with the controller to
the ground stud (4) on the enclosure back panel and secure the clamp to a
true earth ground.
1. Remove the gun cable strain reliefs.
2. The Tribomatic II adapter is shipped completely assembled. To install
the adapter remove the knob (13), washer (14), hex nut (15), lock
washer (16), and shoulder washer (17) from the assembly and set them
aside.
3. Attach the 8-pin connector (7) end of the adapter to the circuit board.
Gun 1 should connect in the right-hand connector, gun 2 should connect
in the left-hand connector.
4. Mate the adapter’s plastic gasket and rubber seal assembly (18) to the
openings in the rear panel where the strain reliefs were and secure the
assembly with the parts removed in Step 2.
5. Secure the adapter to the tab on the assembly tray with a tie wrap.
6. Connect the pushon terminal (20) to the ground terminal on the rear
panel.
7. Repeat steps 2 through 8 for the second spray gun.
8. Install the rear panel (2) with the eight screws (1).
9. Remove the adapter knobs, connect the Tribomatic II spray gun cable
terminals to the adapter studs, then install and tighten the knobs.

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Trigger Configuration
NOTE: If the controllers are going to be connected to an external PLC or
other controlling device refer to External Triggering on page 3-7.
Set switch SW-2 on the interface display board for the desired trigger
configuration for each controller. Refer to Table 3-2.
Table 3-2 Trigger Configuration Switch Settings
Configuration
(See Notes)
SW2 Switch Position
(P=Pushed In)
Notes
Trigger Key Disabled
OPEN
12
PP
Not Used
Automatic Gun
No External Trigger
(Factory Setting)
OPEN
12
P
P
The spray gun is turned on/off with
the trigger key on front panel.
Automatic Gun
External Trigger
OPEN
12
PP
The trigger key on the front panel
enables (ON) or disables (OFF)
the trigger. Set to OFF to prevent
the gun from being turned on
remotely.
If the display is blank then the
external trigger is enabled but no
trigger signal is present (the gun is
off).
Trigger Key Disabled
OPEN
12
P
P
Not Used
NOTE: On power up, the display shows the software versions for both
printed circuit boards in the controller, gun driver board first, then display
board. If the version numbers do not display, open the enclosure and check
the green LED on the display board. If it is blinking, make sure the gun
board is fully plugged into the display board. The gun board may come
loose during cable installation.