For proportional mixing of plural component coatings. For professional use only.
See page 2 for model information, including maximum working pressure.
EN
Important Safety Instructions
Read all warnings and instructions in this manual.
For complete warnings and instructions see your
proportioning system manual. Hazard symbols refer
to specific procedure risks. Save all instructions.
See the following manuals for additional information on
the fluid mix manifold.
ManualDescription
312775ProMix 2KS Manual System Installation
312776ProMix 2KS Manual System Operation
312777ProMix 2KS Manual System Repair-Parts
312778ProMix 2KS Automatic System Installation
312779ProMix 2KS Automatic System Operation
312780ProMix 2KS Automatic System
Repair-Parts
313881ProMix 3KS Manual and Automatic Sys-
tem Installation
313882ProMix 3KS Manual System Operation
313883ProMix 3KS Manual and Automatic Sys-
tem Repair-Parts
313885ProMix 3KS Automatic System Operation
3A0868ProMix 2KE Pump-Based Operation
3A0869ProMix 2KE Meter-Based Operation
3A0870ProMix 2KE Repair-Parts
312782Dispense Valve
1. Connect 5/32 in. (4 mm) OD air tubes from the valve
solenoids to the air inlets of each valve.
2. ProMix 2KS and ProMix 3KS systems only: Connect
an air supply line to air purge valve (APV) inlet (1/4
in. ID tube is supplied, with tag).
3. Pressurize the system with air, and check for leaks,
then relieve air pressure.
Fluid Connections
See FIG. 1, FIG. 2, or FIG. 3.
1. Connect the solvent supply line to the 1/4 npt(f) solvent purge valve (SPV) inlet.
2. Connect the component A supply line to the meter A
(MA) 1/4 npt(f) inlet.
3. Connect the component B supply line to the meter B
(MB) 1/4 npt(f) inlet.
4. ProMix 3KS systems only: Connect the component
C supply line to the meter C (MC) 1/4 npt(f) inlet.
5. Connect the gun fluid supply line between the static
mixer tube (SM) and the gun fluid inlet.
NOTE: On ProMix 3KS systems only, connect the fluid
hose (supplied with your system) between the ProMix
2KS static mixer and the fluid inlet of the ProMix 3KS.
Then connect the gun hose to the static mixer of the
ProMix 3KS.
Grounding
The equipment must be grounded. Grounding reduces
the risk of static and electric shock by providing an
escape wire for the electrical current due to static build
up or in the event of a short circuit.
Connect a ground wire from a true earth ground to the
mix manifold or the mix manifold mounting surface if
there is electrical continuity between it and the mix manifold.
Follow the specific grounding instructions in the system
and individual component manuals. The system may
have special grounding requirements for the mix manifold.
A ground wire and clamp, part no. 223547, is available
from Graco.
Flush Before Using Equipment
The equipment was tested with lightweight oil, which is
left in the fluid passages to protect parts. To avoid contaminating your fluid with oil, flush the equipment with a
compatible solvent before using the equipment. See
Purging, page 7.
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Installation
MA
RVA
DVA
FI
DVB
MB
MS
RVB
APV
AT
SVASVB
SM
Key: ProMix 2KS Fluid Station
MAComponent A Meter (not
included in mix manifold)
DVA Component A Dose Valve
RVA Component A Sampling
Val ve
SVA Component A Shutoff
FI
DVC
Val ve
MBComponent B Meter (not
included in mix manifold)
DVB Component B Dose Valve
RVB Component B Sampling
Val ve
MC
CPV
RVC
1
SM
2
SVC
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FIG. 1. ProMix 2KS and ProMix 3KS Wall Mount Fluid Stations
SPV
SVB Component B Shutoff
Valve
MSSolvent Meter (accessory)
SPV Solvent Purge Valve
APV Air Purge Valve
SMStatic Mixer
FI2KS Fluid Integrator
ATAir Purge Valve Air Supply
Tube
Key: ProMix 3KS Fluid Station
MCComponent C Meter (not included
in mix manifold)
DVC Component C Dose Valve
RVC Component C Sampling Valve
SVC Component C Shutoff Valve
CPV Component C Purge Valve
SMStatic Mixer
FI3KS Fluid Integrator
1
3KS fluid inlet. Connect fluid supply line from
2KS fluid manifold outlet here.
2
Connect fluid supply line to gun.
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Key:
MAComponent A Meter
DVA1 Component A Dose Valve
DVA2 Second Color/Catalyst Valve
DVA3 Third Color/Catalyst Valve
SVASolvent Valve A
CVAMeter A Check Valve
MBComponent B Meter
DVBComponent B Dose Valve
SVBSolvent Valve B
CVBMeter B Check Valve
SMStatic Mixer
FIFluid Integrator Assembly
PAComponent A Pump
DVA Component A Dose Valve
SVA Solvent Valve A
F
IG. 3. ProMix 2KE Fluid Controls, Dynamic Dosing
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PBComponent B Pump
DVB Component B Dose Valve
SVB Solvent Valve B
SMStatic Mixer
Installation
Setup the Fluid Manifold for
Dynamic Dosing
If you will be operating using dynamic dosing, the fluid
manifold must be setup properly for your application.
Order the 15U955 Injection Kit (accessory).
NOTE: For ProMix 3KS, order two 15U955 Injection
Kits.
See your proportioner manuals for setup instructions,
and to select the appropriate size restrictor for your
selected flow and ratio.
Table 1: Restrictor Sizes
Size CodeOrifice SizePart No.
2*.02015U936
3*.03015U937
4*.04015U938
5✓.05015U939
6✓.06015U940
7*.07015U941
8✓.08016D554
*These restrictors are included in Injection Kit
15U955.
✓ These restrictors are optional sizes, not included in
the Injection Kit.
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Operation
Operation
Purging
Follow the purging procedure in the proportioner system
manual.
NOTES:
•Purge before using equipment, which was tested
with lightweight oil that could contaminate your
material.
•Purge before changing colors, before fluid can dry in
the equipment, at the end of the day, before storing,
and before repairing equipment.
•Purge at the lowest pressure possible. Check connectors for leaks and tighten as necessary.
•Use a cleaning fluid that is compatible with the fluid
being dispensed and the equipment wetted parts.
NOTICE
Purge the sampling valves with solvent immediately
after using them to keep material from hardening
inside.
Operation Guidelines
Manifold operation is dependent on the system it is connected to. Follow the system operation instructions.
NOTE: After the system has been shut down for a
period of time, it is normal for component solenoids and
valves to cycle rapidly until system pressure is built back
up when restarted.
•Purge air from fluid lines when components are
loaded.
•Adjust fluid supply pressure if the fluid output is
too low or too high.
•Adjust flow rate with fluid supply pressure regula-
tors (optional) or dispense valves. Flow rate should
be the same at the spray gun regardless of whether
component dispense valves are open. Pressure
adjustments of each component will vary with fluid
viscosity. Start with the same fluid pressures, then
adjust as needed. See Mix Manifold Valve Set-tings, page 8.
•Adjust gun atomizing air pressure as needed.
NOTE: Do not use the first 4-5 oz. (120-150 cc) of material as it may not be thoroughly mixed due to alarms
while priming the system.
312781E7
Maintenance
Mix Manifold Valve Settings
To open dispense or purge valves, turn hex nut (E)
counterclockwise. To close, turn clockwise. F
F
IG. 4. Dispense Valve Adjustment
IG. 4.
E
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Maintenance
Table 2: Mix Manifold Valve Settings
ValveSettingFunction
DoseHex nut
Purge
Shutoff
Sampling
(E) 1-1/4
turns out
from fully
closed
Fully open
during
Run/Mix
operation
Fully
closed
during
Run/Mix
operation
Limits maximum fluid flow rate
into integrator and minimizes
valve response time.
Closes component ports to
integrator during ratio check
or meter calibration. Open
ports during Run/Mix operation.
Open to dispense components while calibrating
meters. Do not open sampling
valves unless fluid shutoff
valves are closed.
To reduce the risk of injury, including fluid injection, follow the Pressure Relief Procedure in your proportioning equipment manual before cleaning, checking, or
repairing equipment.
Daily
•Purge the mixing system at the end of production.
•Check and refill fluid supplies for all components
and solvent.
•Inspect the manifold and fluid line components for
leaks.
•Make sure meter cables and air pilot lines are
securely connected.
•Check that there is no fluid in the air purge line.
Weekly
•Clean and inspect the integrator mixer assembly.
Follow Remove the Integrator Mixer, page 10.
Ensure that the mixer (46) holes are not clogged.
The cleaning frequency required depends on the
fluid being mixed.
•Clean and inspect fluid and air filters.
Preventive Maintenance
Schedule
At least once a year, take apart the mix manifold and
dose/purge valves and sampling valves. Clean and
inspect them. Replace o-rings and seals. Repair kits are
available from Graco. See Repair, page 10.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Isolate a Mixing Problem
A mixing problem can be caused by a problem with the
controller, meters, and solenoid valves, as well as the
mix manifold.
1. To isolate the problem, check for any visible faults or
errors:
a. Are all air and fluid tubes, hoses, and electrical
cables properly connected?
b. Are valves and controls properly set?
c. Do the fluid supplies, solenoids, and spray gun
have sufficient air pressure?
d. Do the fluid supplies need refilling?
2. If there is a process control problem, refer to your
controller manual.
Common Causes
•The flow rate is too high.
•Highly unbalanced pressures from the fluid supply
system.
•Slow actuation of component A or B dispense
valves.
•System leaks.
Unbalanced Pressure
1. Check all component fluid supply pressures.
2. If the fluid supply pressures are not about equal,
adjust their fluid pressure regulators, until the pressures are about the same.
3. If the pressures are already about equal, verify that
the dose valves are operating properly.
Dose Valve Operation
Manually operate the dose valves by actuating their
solenoids. The valves should snap open and shut
quickly. If the valves move slowly, it could be caused by:
•Valve actuating air constricted by dirt or water in the
air supply.
•Solenoid or tubing restricted.
•Dose valve seals need lubrication (see manual
312782).
•Air piston o-rings and packings are not lubricated
(see manual 312782),
•Valve setting is turned out too far. See Mix Manifold Valve Settings, page 8.
312781E9
Repair
Repair
To reduce the risk of injury, including fluid injection, follow the Pressure Relief Procedure in your proportioning equipment manual before cleaning, checking, or
repairing equipment.
NOTE: Purge the mix manifold with solvent after repair
to remove any excess grease that is used for lubricating
parts.
NOTE: To clean or replace the static mixer element (25),
remove the hose and any fittings from the bottom of the
static mixer tube (24). Pull the element out through the
bottom.
Remove the Restrictor (ProMix
2KE, Dynamic Dosing only)
See the Parts drawing on page 19. Clean and inspect
all parts. Apply pipe sealant to all pipe threads when
reassembling.
Remove the Integrator Mixer
See the Parts drawings on pages 14-19. Clean and
inspect all parts. Apply pipe sealant to all pipe threads
when reassembling.
Items 31, 39, and 40 are included in Manifold Rebuild Kit
15U931. See page 15. Parts included in the kit are
marked with a symbol, for example (31*).
Remove from the bottom:
1. Relieve pressure.
2. Remove the screw seal (37) and o-ring (39) from the
manifold body (1).
3. Unscrew the manifold plug (3). Pull the integrator
mixer assembly (35, 46, and 48) out the bottom of
the manifold. Remove the o-rings (31, 40).
4. Inspect the integrator mixer (46). Check that the
holes are not clogged; see page 8.
5. Reassemble.
Remove from the top:
1. Relieve pressure.
Restrictor Kit 15U955 is available, including the housing
(54), six injector restrictors (55) of different sizes, and
necessary o-rings.
Remove from the bottom:
1. Relieve pressure.
2. Unscrew the static mixer tube (24) and the injector
housing (54). Remove the o-ring (31).
3. Pull restrictor (55) out through the bottom of the
manifold body.
4. Reassemble with new restrictor and o-ring.
Remove from the top:
1. Relieve pressure.
2. Remove the screw seal (37) and o-ring (39) from the
manifold body (1).
3. Unscrew the manifold plug (3). Pull the integrator
base (35) and the restrictor (55) out through the top.
Remove the o-rings (31 and 40).
4. Reassemble with new restrictor and o-rings.
2. Remove the outlet tube (21), the integrator cap (49),
and the integrator housing (47). Remove the o-ring
(31).
3. Unscrew the integrator mixer (46). The integrator
mix cap (48) will remain attached.
4. Inspect the integrator mixer (46). Check that the
holes are not clogged; see page 8.
5. Reassemble.
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Repair
Repair the Valves and Seats
(ProMix 2KS and ProMix 3KS
only)
Valve Seat Kit 24A861 is available. See page 15. Parts
included in the kit are marked with a symbol, for example (16‡). For best results, use all parts included in the
kit.
See the Parts drawings on pages 14 and 16. Clean and
inspect all parts. Apply pipe sealant to all pipe threads
when reassembling.
1. Relieve pressure.
2. Disconnect the fluid line from the valve adapter (17).
3. Disconnect the air lines from the valve (19).
4. Unscrew the cap (C) to remove spring pressure on
the valve. See F
NOTE: Another method of removing spring pressure is by applying air to the ON port, to lift the valve
needle off the seat.
IG. 5.
5. Remove the screws (20). Lift the adapter (17) and
valve (19) off the shutoff valve manifold (11 or 36).
6. Remove the seat (16) and o-rings (15).
7. Unscrew the valve (19) from the adapter (17).
Remove the o-ring (18).
NOTE: See manual 312782 to repair the valve (19).
8. Install the new seat (16‡) and o-rings (15‡).
9. Reinstall the adapter (17) and screws (20).
10. Before performing step 11, install the new o-ring
(18*) and screw the valve (19) securely into the
adapter (17).
11. Install the spring and valve cap (C). See manual
312782 to adjust the spring tension and needle
travel.
12. Reconnect the fluid and air lines.
ON Port
F
IG. 5. Dispense Valve Cap
C
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312781E11
Repair
Rebuild the Mix Manifold
Manifold Rebuild Kit 15U931 is available. See page 15.
Parts included in the kit are marked with a symbol, for
example (3*). For best results, use all parts included in
the kit.
See the Parts drawings on pages 14-19. Clean and
inspect all parts. Apply pipe sealant to all pipe threads
when reassembling.
1. Relieve pressure.
2. ProMix 2KS and ProMix 3KS only: Follow steps 2-6
under Repair the Valves and Seats (ProMix 2KS and ProMix 3KS only), page 11. Do this for each of
the valves.
3. ProMix 2KS and ProMix 3KS only: Remove the
retaining ring (22) from the manifold block. Unscrew
the shutoff valve handle (12). Remove the backup
(14) and o-ring (13). Repeat for each side.
4. Remove the screws (23) and the manifolds (11, 8, or
36).
5. Note the orientation of the check valves (45).
Remove the check valves and o-rings (5).
6. Install the new o-ring (5*) and check valve (45*).
Reinstall the manifolds (11, 8, or 36).
7. Follow steps 2-5 under Remove the Integrator
Mixer, page 10.
Replace the Outlet Tube and
Static Mixer Tube
See the Parts drawings on pages 14-19. If the outlet
tube (21) or the static mixer tube (24) need replacement,
both must be replaced.
1. Relieve pressure.
2. Unscrew the nut of the outlet tube (21) from the
static mixer tube (24).
3. Remove the screws (30), cover (29), and clamp
(28). Remove the static mixer tube (24). Remove the
static mixer (25) from the tube.
4. Remove the outlet tube (21) from the integrator cap
(49). Install the new outlet tube in the cap.
5. Install the static mixer (25) in the new tube (24).
6. Screw the outlet tube (21) nut and ferrule onto the
static mixer tube (24) 1.25 turns past hand tight.
This securely seats the ferrule on the tube.
7. Unscrew the nut from the tube (24). The ferrule will
remain in place.
8. Screw the nut back onto the tube (24) 1.25 turns
past hand tight.
9. Reassemble the clamp (28), cover (29), and screws
(30) to hold the tube (24) in place.
NOTE: To replace the outlet tube (21) and the static
mixer tube (24), see Replace the Outlet Tube and Static Mixer Tube, on page 12.
8. ProMix 2KS and ProMix 3KS only: Install the o-ring
(13*), backup (14*), shutoff valve handle (12), and
retaining ring (22) on each side.
9. ProMix 2KS and ProMix 3KS only: Install the o-rings
(15*) and seats (16) for each of the valves (19).
10. ProMix 2KS and ProMix 3KS only: Reinstall the
valves (19) and adapters (17) with the screws (20).
11. Reconnect the fluid and air lines.
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Repair
312781E13
Parts
Parts
Part No. 289695, for ProMix 2KS Proportioner
1
21
49
Apply pipe sealant to all pipe threads when reassembling.
41
44
43
32
52
42
11
30
29
47
46
28
25
37
39*
3
31*
1
39*
38
5*
45*
40*
35
31*
31
48
Detail of Calibration Kit (53),
shown installed on ProMix 2KS
Fluid Manifold
256875: 14.00 lb (6.35 kg)
262398: 10.00 lb (4.54 kg)
262399: 8.50 lb (3.86 kg)
312781E21
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Graco warrants all equipment referenced in this document which is manufactured by Graco and bearing its name to be free from defects in
material and workmanship on the date of sale to the original purchaser for use. With the exception of any special, extended, or limited warranty
published by Graco, Graco will, for a period of twelve months from the date of sale, repair or replace any part of the equipment determined by
Graco to be defective. This warranty applies only when the equipment is installed, operated and maintained in accordance with Graco’s written
recommendations.
This warranty does not cover, and Graco shall not be liable for general wear and tear, or any malfunction, damage or wear caused by faulty
installation, misapplication, abrasion, corrosion, inadequate or improper maintenance, negligence, accident, tampering, or substitution of
non-Graco component parts. Nor shall Graco be liable for malfunction, damage or wear caused by the incompatibility of Graco equipment with
structures, accessories, equipment or materials not supplied by Graco, or the improper design, manufacture, installation, operation or
maintenance of structures, accessories, equipment or materials not supplied by Graco.
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the claimed defect. If the claimed defect is verified, Graco will repair or replace free of charge any defective parts. The equipment will be returned
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