RHINO RhinoPro 1500 User manual
RhinoPro™ Cartridge Gun Manual
Rhino Linings USA, Inc. ■9151 Rehco Road, San Diego, CA 92121
Phone 858.450.0441 ■Fax 858.450.6881 ■www.rhinolinings.com
©2007 Rhino Linings USA, Inc. PN10409 0507 4556
Rhino Linings USA, Inc. ■Rhino Linings Canada, Inc. ■Rhino Linings Latin America ■Rhino Linings Australasia Pty Ltd. ■Rhino Linings Europe
6 Operating Instructions
Table of Contents
Application Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
RhinoPro
™
Cartridge Gun 1500 with 750ml cartridges
Caution (continued)
• Always disconnect the airline prior to dismantling the cartridge gun or
changing the ratio-plates.
• It is recommended that protective eyeglasses be worn when using all
pneumatic tools.
• All personnel protective equipment recommended for spraying Rhino
Linings®materials must be worn: air supplied fresh air respirator,
protective chemical suite, gloves and shoe covers.
Periodic Maintenance and Cleaning Instructions
• To ensure trouble free operation, the cartridge gun should be cleaned
of all material residue after use with Rhino™Gun and Parts Cleaner.
• Do not submerge, or “soak” the gun in any solvent.
• The recommended cleaning solvents for parts made of plastic or
rubber are: Toluene and Xylene.
• It is not recommended to “grease” or “oil” pneumatic guns with the
exception of the trigger. Only “grease” or “oil” the trigger if it sticks.
Application Instructions 14 Operating Instructions
Application Instructions
Safety
This applicator is a quality product for the professional user; it is designed
for high duty cycles over long operating periods. As compressed air is
used as the power source, operator fatigue is minimal, but it must be
remembered that compressed air can be dangerous when used incorrectly.
The user should take time to read and understand these operating
instructions fully.
Always
• USE PROTECTIVE EYE & EAR EQUIPMENT WHEN OPERATING.
• DISCONNECT THE AIR SUPPLY BEFORE STARTING ANY
MAINTENANCE / CLEANING TASKS.
• WEAR PROPER PROTECTIVE CHEMICAL RESISTANT SUIT,
SUPPLIED FRESH AIR FULL FACE MASK, NITRILE GLOVES AND
SHOE COVERS.
Never
• CONNECT THE APPLICATOR TO AN AIR SUPPLY WHICH CAN
EXCEED 145 PSI (10 BAR).
• IMMERSE THE GUN INSOLVENT.
• OPERATE THE GUN WITH LOOSE, BROKEN OR MISSING PARTS.
• CARRY THE GUN BY THE AIR PIPE.
• USE DAMAGED CARTRIDGES OR THE WRONG TYPE OF
CARTRIDGE IN THE APPLICATOR.
Operating Instructions
Air Connector [E]
Connect an airline to the cartridge gun using the supplied quick connect or
with a fitting that has a compatible screw thread.
Load Cartridge Pack
1. Ensure the plungers on the cartridge gun are fully retracted.
2. Drop the cartridges into the frame assembly by placing the rear of the
cartridges over the plungers and then lowering the front of the
cartridges into the front plate.
3. With front of gun tilted up remove cap and cartridge plug.
4. Attach static mix tube using plastic nut.
5. Attach spray tip nozzle and atomizer air.
D
FRONT
REAR
C
A
B
E
F
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Trigger [B]
By pulling the trigger, a cushion of compressed air is built up inside the
applicator, this initiates the flow of liquid composites. On releasing the
trigger, the liquid composites flow ceases as the compressed air escapes
rapidly by a quick exhaust valve at the rear of the gun.
Plunger Return Button (where fitted) [C]
Press and hold the plunger return button [C], then pull the trigger [B]. This
will pull back the plunger rods automatically ready for the next cartridge, If
the applicator is not fitted with the air return button, manually pull back the
plungers using the indicator knob [D].
Indicator/Return Knob [D]
This gives a visual indication of how much material is remaining in the
cartridge during use. For guns not fitted with air return, the return knob is
used to manually pull the plungers back.
Maintenance
Daily: Wipe the applicator using the liquid composites manufacturers
recommended solvent before it has time to set. Special care should be
taken to make sure no residue is left on the rods.
Weekly: Check the plungers and all external bolts / screws are tight.
Tighten if found to be loose.
Monthly: Lubrication of internal pistons and seals: Place 3 drops of oil on
the air inlet at the bottom of the butt. Recouple the air line and when next
operated the compressed air will blow the oil into the workings of the gun.
Connection
Check the supply pressure. For optimum performance the supply pressure
must be greater than 100 P.S.l. (6.8 bar) and less than 145 PSI (10 bar) and
a CFM of 8 – 10. The applicator will work at lower supply pressures, but
flow rates could be reduced and may vary. Connect the applicator to a
suitable compressed air source using the supplied fitting, or with a suitable
fitting. All applicators are fitted with a male ‘h BSP thread.
Operation/Controls
Internal Press Regulator [A]
The internal pressure regulator controls the liquid composites flow rate and
ensures a stable flow of liquid composites is maintained. To increase the
flow of liquid composites, turn the knob in a clockwise (+) direction. To
decrease the flow, turn the knob in a counter clockwise (-) direction.
D
C
A
B
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Trigger [B]
By pulling the trigger, a cushion of compressed air is built up inside the
applicator, this initiates the flow of liquid composites. On releasing the
trigger, the liquid composites flow ceases as the compressed air escapes
rapidly by a quick exhaust valve at the rear of the gun.
Plunger Return Button (where fitted) [C]
Press and hold the plunger return button [C], then pull the trigger [B]. This
will pull back the plunger rods automatically ready for the next cartridge, If
the applicator is not fitted with the air return button, manually pull back the
plungers using the indicator knob [D].
Indicator/Return Knob [D]
This gives a visual indication of how much material is remaining in the
cartridge during use. For guns not fitted with air return, the return knob is
used to manually pull the plungers back.
Maintenance
Daily: Wipe the applicator using the liquid composites manufacturers
recommended solvent before it has time to set. Special care should be
taken to make sure no residue is left on the rods.
Weekly: Check the plungers and all external bolts / screws are tight.
Tighten if found to be loose.
Monthly: Lubrication of internal pistons and seals: Place 3 drops of oil on
the air inlet at the bottom of the butt. Recouple the air line and when next
operated the compressed air will blow the oil into the workings of the gun.
Connection
Check the supply pressure. For optimum performance the supply pressure
must be greater than 100 P.S.l. (6.8 bar) and less than 145 PSI (10 bar) and
a CFM of 8 – 10. The applicator will work at lower supply pressures, but
flow rates could be reduced and may vary. Connect the applicator to a
suitable compressed air source using the supplied fitting, or with a suitable
fitting. All applicators are fitted with a male ‘h BSP thread.
Operation/Controls
Internal Press Regulator [A]
The internal pressure regulator controls the liquid composites flow rate and
ensures a stable flow of liquid composites is maintained. To increase the
flow of liquid composites, turn the knob in a clockwise (+) direction. To
decrease the flow, turn the knob in a counter clockwise (-) direction.
D
C
A
B
Application Instructions 14 Operating Instructions
Application Instructions
Safety
This applicator is a quality product for the professional user; it is designed
for high duty cycles over long operating periods. As compressed air is
used as the power source, operator fatigue is minimal, but it must be
remembered that compressed air can be dangerous when used incorrectly.
The user should take time to read and understand these operating
instructions fully.
Always
• USE PROTECTIVE EYE & EAR EQUIPMENT WHEN OPERATING.
• DISCONNECT THE AIR SUPPLY BEFORE STARTING ANY
MAINTENANCE / CLEANING TASKS.
• WEAR PROPER PROTECTIVE CHEMICAL RESISTANT SUIT,
SUPPLIED FRESH AIR FULL FACE MASK, NITRILE GLOVES AND
SHOE COVERS.
Never
• CONNECT THE APPLICATOR TO AN AIR SUPPLY WHICH CAN
EXCEED 145 PSI (10 BAR).
• IMMERSE THE GUN INSOLVENT.
• OPERATE THE GUN WITH LOOSE, BROKEN OR MISSING PARTS.
• CARRY THE GUN BY THE AIR PIPE.
• USE DAMAGED CARTRIDGES OR THE WRONG TYPE OF
CARTRIDGE IN THE APPLICATOR.
Operating Instructions
Air Connector [E]
Connect an airline to the cartridge gun using the supplied quick connect or
with a fitting that has a compatible screw thread.
Load Cartridge Pack
1. Ensure the plungers on the cartridge gun are fully retracted.
2. Drop the cartridges into the frame assembly by placing the rear of the
cartridges over the plungers and then lowering the front of the
cartridges into the front plate.
3. With front of gun tilted up remove cap and cartridge plug.
4. Attach static mix tube using plastic nut.
5. Attach spray tip nozzle and atomizer air.
D
FRONT
REAR
C
A
B
E
F
Operating The Trigger
By pulling the trigger [B], a cushion of compressed air is built up inside the
cylinder, which initiates the flow of coatings. On releasing the trigger, the
coatings flow stops as the compressed air escapes through a quick
exhaust valve. It is recommended to start with a regulator pressure setting
of 45 PSIG.
Adjusting The Coating Flow
Adjusting the coating flow is achieved with the pressure regulator at the
rear [A] or handle end [F] of the cartridge gun. To increase the flow of
coating, turn the knob on the regulator in a clockwise direction. To
decrease the flow, turn the knob in a counter-clockwise direction.
To insure proper mix start with front of cartridges pointed up to displace
any air trapped inside cartridges. Once both liquids are flowing you are
ready to spray.
Texture Control
Regulate the texture by adjusting the air flow to the spray tip by opening or
closing the control valve [E]. Opening the valve will give a fine texture and
closing the valve will increse the droplet size.
Unloading Cartridge Pack
Point the front to the cartridge gun upwards. To enable the cartridges to be
removed, the cartridge plungers must first be returned to the start position
by activating the automatic reverse air option as far as it will go.
Caution
• The line pressure connected to the cartridge gun should not exceed
145 PSI (10 bar).
Operating Instructions 5
6 Operating Instructions
Table of Contents
Application Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
RhinoPro
™
Cartridge Gun 1500 with 750ml cartridges
Caution (continued)
• Always disconnect the airline prior to dismantling the cartridge gun or
changing the ratio-plates.
• It is recommended that protective eyeglasses be worn when using all
pneumatic tools.
• All personnel protective equipment recommended for spraying Rhino
Linings®materials must be worn: air supplied fresh air respirator,
protective chemical suite, gloves and shoe covers.
Periodic Maintenance and Cleaning Instructions
• To ensure trouble free operation, the cartridge gun should be cleaned
of all material residue after use with Rhino™Gun and Parts Cleaner.
• Do not submerge, or “soak” the gun in any solvent.
• The recommended cleaning solvents for parts made of plastic or
rubber are: Toluene and Xylene.
• It is not recommended to “grease” or “oil” pneumatic guns with the
exception of the trigger. Only “grease” or “oil” the trigger if it sticks.
RhinoPro™ Cartridge Gun Manual
Rhino Linings USA, Inc. ■9151 Rehco Road, San Diego, CA 92121
Phone 858.450.0441 ■Fax 858.450.6881 ■www.rhinolinings.com
©2007 Rhino Linings USA, Inc. PN10409 0507 4556
Rhino Linings USA, Inc. ■Rhino Linings Canada, Inc. ■Rhino Linings Latin America ■Rhino Linings Australasia Pty Ltd. ■Rhino Linings Europe
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