Nordson EFD ProcessMate 100 Operating Manual

ProcessMate 100 Vacuum Pick-Up System

Operating Manual

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ProcessMate 100 Vacuum Pick-Up System

You have selected a reliable, high quality ProcessMate™ 100 vacuum pick-up system from Nordson
EFD, the world leader in fluid dispensing. The ProcessMate100 vacuum pick-up system was designed
specifically for industrial dispensing, and will provide you with years of trouble-free, productive service.

This manual will help you maximize the usefulness of your ProcessMate100 vacuum pickup system.

Please spend a few minutes to become familiar with the controls and features. Follow our recommended
testing procedures. Review the helpful information we have included, which is based on more than
50years of industrial dispensing experience.

Most questions you will have are answered in this manual. However, if you need assistance, please do
not hesitate to contact EFD or your authorized EFD distributor. Detailed contact information is provided
on the last page of this document.

The Nordson EFD Pledge

Thank You!

You have just purchased the world’s finest precision dispensing equipment.

I want you to know that all of us at Nordson EFD value your business and will do everything in our power
to make you a satisfied customer.

If at any time you are not fully satisfied with our equipment or the support provided by your Nordson
EFD Product Application Specialist, please contact me personally at 800.556.3484 (US), 401.431.7000
(outside US), or [e-mail].

I guarantee that we will resolve any problems to your satisfaction.

Thanks again for choosing Nordson EFD.

Tara

Tara Tereso, Vice President

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Contents

Contents ..........................................................................................................................................................................3

Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................................4

Nordson EFD Product Safety Statement ........................................................................................................................5

Halogenated Hydrocarbon Solvent Hazards ...............................................................................................................6

High Pressure Fluids ....................................................................................................................................................6

Qualified Personnel ......................................................................................................................................................6

Intended Use ...............................................................................................................................................................7

Regulations and Approvals ..........................................................................................................................................7

Personal Safety ............................................................................................................................................................7

Fire Safety ....................................................................................................................................................................8

Preventive Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................................8

Important Disposable Component Safety Information ................................................................................................9

Action in the Event of a Malfunction ............................................................................................................................9

Disposal .......................................................................................................................................................................9

Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................10

Operating Features ........................................................................................................................................................11

Installation .....................................................................................................................................................................12

Unpack the Unit .........................................................................................................................................................12

Connect Air Supply ....................................................................................................................................................13

Connect Power ..........................................................................................................................................................13

Connect Foot Pedal ...................................................................................................................................................13

Attach Vacuum Pickup Pen / Wand Assembly ..........................................................................................................14

Attach Tip & Suitable Vacuum Cup ...........................................................................................................................14

Turn On Power to Unit ...............................................................................................................................................14

Operation .......................................................................................................................................................................15

Part Numbers ................................................................................................................................................................16

Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................................16

Replacement Parts ........................................................................................................................................................18

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................19

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ProcessMate 100 Vacuum Pick-Up System

Introduction

This manual provides safety, installation, operation, service,
and parts information for the ProcessMate100 vacuum pickup
system.

The ProcessMate100 Vacuum Pickup System provides a
simple, efficient way to lift and position small or delicate
components in benchtop assembly processes.

To lift the component, the operator simply places the pickup pen
on the component and presses an electric foot pedal to apply
vacuum. When the component has been positioned, releasing
the foot pedal stops the vacuum and releases the component.

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Nordson EFD Product Safety Statement

WARNING

The safety message that follows has a WARNING level hazard.

Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Risk of electric shock. Disconnect power before removing covers and / or disconnect, lock out, and
tag switches before servicing electrical equipment. If you receive even a slight electrical shock, shut
down all equipment immediately. Do not restart the equipment until the problem has been identified
and corrected.

CAUTION

The safety messages that follow have a CAUTION level hazard.

Failure to comply may result in minor or moderate injury.

READ MANUAL

Read manual for proper use of this equipment. Follow all safety instructions. Task- and equipment­specific warnings, cautions, and instructions are included in equipment documentation where
appropriate. Make sure these instructions and all other equipment documents are accessible to
persons operating or servicing equipment.

MAXIMUM AIR PRESSURE

Unless otherwise noted in the product manual, the maximum air input pressure is 7.0 bar (100
psi). Excessive air input pressure may damage the equipment. Air input pressure is intended to be
applied through an external air pressure regulator rated for 0 to 7.0 bar (0 to 100 psi).

RELEASE PRESSURE

Release hydraulic and pneumatic pressure before opening, adjusting, or servicing pressurized
systems or components.

BURNS

Hot surfaces! Avoid contact with the hot metal surfaces of heated components. If contact can not be
avoided, wear heat-protective gloves and clothing when working around heated equipment. Failure
to avoid contact with hot metal surfaces can result in personal injury.

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Nordson EFD Product Safety Statement (continued)

Halogenated Hydrocarbon Solvent Hazards

Do not use halogenated hydrocarbon solvents in a pressurized system that contains aluminum components.
Under pressure, these solvents can react with aluminum and explode, causing injury, death, or property damage.
Halogenated hydrocarbon solvents contain one or more of the following elements.

Element Symbol Prefix
Fluorine F “Fluoro-”
Chlorine Cl “Chloro-”
Bromine Br “Bromo-”
Iodine I “Iodo-”

Check the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or contact your material supplier for more information. If you must use
halogenated hydrocarbon solvents, contact your EFD representative for compatible EFD components.

High Pressure Fluids

High pressure fluids, unless they are safely contained, are extremely hazardous. Always release fluid pressure before
adjusting or servicing high pressure equipment. A jet of high pressure fluid can cut like a knife and cause serious
bodily injury, amputation, or death. Fluids penetrating the skin can also cause toxic poisoning.

WARNING

Any injury caused by high pressure liquid can be serious. If you are injured or even suspect an injury:

• Go to an emergency room immediately.

• Tell the doctor that you suspect an injection injury.

• Show the doctor the following note.

• Tell the doctor what kind of material you were dispensing.

Medical Alert — Airless Spray Wounds: Note to Physician

Injection in the skin is a serious traumatic injury. It is important to treat the injury surgically as soon as possible. Do
not delay treatment to research toxicity. Toxicity is a concern with some exotic coatings injected directly into the
bloodstream.

Qualified Personnel

Equipment owners are responsible for making sure that EFD 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.

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