Ransburg Turbodisk Applicator Assembly A11376 - Manual (Page 24)

Turbodisk Applicator- Maintenance
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VIBRATION NOISE
If the Turbodisk is vibrating or making an unusual
loud noise, it may mean that there is an unbalanced
situation or a bearing failure. The disk could have
dried paint or could be damaged. This situation
should be corrected immediately. Do not continue
to operate a noisy turbine.
> If a disk has been mishandled or there
appears to be damage on the face, DO NOT
USE. Serious injury can result from rotating
a defective disk. If there is a concern about
the condition of a disk, please return it to
Ransburg for evaluation.
W A R N I N G
!
> Do not use abrasive materials which will
scratch or damage the disk. Cleaning pads
such as Scotch-Brite® should not be used.
> Using an atomizer disk with paint buildup
may cause an imbalance. This may result in
bearing damage and turbine failure. This
condition may also stress the disk when oper-
ating at high speeds.
> Before reinstalling the disk onto the shaft,
check and clean the tapered mating surface
for paint residue.
> Care must be taken when mounting the
disk assembly to the motor shaft. The mount-
ing nut should turn freely for several turns
until it fully bottoms on the disk assembly.
Tighten to 50-70 lbs•in (5.65-7.91 Nm).
C A U T I O N
!
> Inspect disk platter daily for wear or
damage. Replace if excessively worn or
damaged. Worn or damaged disk platters
can cause an imbalanced condition and
shorten bearing life. Warranty will be voided
if damaged disks are used.
W A R N I N G
!
> Do not attempt to clean the disk edge
while it is rotating. Do not attempt to slow
down or stop the disk by holding a rag or a
gloved hand against the edge. This could
cause physical harm and/or damage to the
disk.
W A R N I N G
!
Inspection of the disk is required to determine if
wear to the serrated edge or damage has occurred.
Wear can cause a reduction in transfer efficiency and
excessive paint wrap on the atomizer fairing.
Clean the disk by soaking in an appropriate solvent to
loosen paint residue. Do not soak for more than a 24
hour period. Use a soft cloth to remove the paint from
the surface and a soft bristle brush to remove paint
from the well area. The splash plate may need to be
removed to clean the paint well. The screws must be
retorqued to 24 lbs•in (2.71 Nm) after cleaning.
Reinstall the disk and torque the mounting nut to
50-60 lbs•in (5.65-6.78 Nm).
> Replace disk platter if damaged. War-
ranty will be voided if damaged dish platter
is used.
W A R N I N G
!
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