Binks GEMS Maintenance Repair

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Operating and service manual for the Binks GEMS Maintenance Repair, a GEMS electronic mixing system component — 36 pages. Covers correct use, safety, setup, operation, maintenance, and the spare-parts breakdown for service. Distributed by CET.

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EN 77-2983-R1.1 (8/2015) 4 / 36 1: Safety and Best Practices Read and understand the notes and warnings in this section to prevent personal injury or damage to equipment. Always wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when operating or maintaining the system. Before attempting any maintenance or repair it is necessary to ensure the system is depressurized and disconnected from power. Follow all lockout / tag out procedures applicable to this machine. The GEMS system uses electrical and pressurized fluid (air and liquid) power and material sources. Make sure all energy sources are disconnected and the machine has been de-energized before attempting work of any kind. ! WARNING 1.1: System Depressurization Procedure With air and pressurized working fluids, the GEMS system is constantly under various states of fluid pressure. To perform maintenance and repair or shut down for extended periods the system should be completely depressurized. Follow the instructions below to depressurize and prevent the sudden unexpected release of fluid or air from the system. 1. Close all material supply valves for paint resin (component A) and hardener (B). Relieve material pressure from all A+B sources. Do not shut off solvent or flushing air at this time. 2. Shut off atomizing air to th