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Miniblue Ii Pneumatic Applicators: Customer Product Manual Part 1096215 - 06
Miniblue Ii Pneumatic Applicators: Customer Product Manual Part 1096215 - 06
Applicators
Customer Product Manual
Part 1096215_06
Issued 09/2014
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CanWorks, Century, CF, CleanSleeve, CleanSpray, ColorMax, Color‐on‐Demand, ControlCoat, Coolwave,
Cross‐Cut, cScan+, Dage, Dispensejet, DispenseMate, DuraBlue, DuraDrum, Durafiber, DuraPail, Dura‐Screen,
Durasystem, EasyCoat, Easymove Plus, Ecodry, Econo‐Coat, e.DOT, EFD, Emerald, Encore, ESP, e stylized,
ETI‐stylized, Excel 2000, Fibrijet, Fillmaster, FlexiCoat, Flex‐O‐Coat, Flow Sentry, Fluidmove, FoamMelt, FoamMix,
Fulfill, GreenUV, HDLV, Heli‐flow, Horizon, Hot Shot, iControl, iDry, iFlow, Isocoil, Isocore, Iso‐Flo, iTRAX, Kinetix,
LEANCELL, LittleSquirt, LogiComm, Magnastatic, March, Maverick, MEG, Meltex, Microcoat, Micromark,
Micromedics, MicroSet, Millennium, MiniBlue, Mini Squirt, Mountaingate, NexJet, Nordson, Optimum,
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PRIMARC, Printplus, Prism, ProBlue, Prodigy, Pro‐Flo, ProLink, Pro‐Meter, Pro‐Stream, RBX, Rhino, Saturn,
Saturn with rings, Scoreguard, Seal Sentry, SelectCharge, SelectCoat, Select Cure, Signature, Slautterback,
Smart‐Coat, Solder Plus, Spectrum, Speed‐Coat, SureBead, Sure Coat, Sure‐Max, Sure Wrap, TrackingPlus,
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and When you expect more. are registered trademarks of Nordson Corporation.
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Classic IX, CleanCoat, Cobalt, Controlled Fiberization, ControlWeave, ContourCoat, CPX, cSelect, Cyclo‐Kinetic,
DispensLink, Dry Cure, DuraBraid, DuraCoat, DuraPUR, Easy Clean, EasyOn, EasyPW, Eclipse, e.dot+,
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IntelliJet, iON, Iso‐Flex, iTrend, Lacquer Cure, Maxima, Mesa, MicroFin, MicroMax, Mikros, MiniEdge, Minimeter,
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Summit, SureFoam, SureMix, SureSeal, SwirlCoat, TAH, ThruWave, TradePlus, Trilogy, Ultra FoamMix, UltraMax,
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Designations and trademarks stated in this document may be brands that, when used by third parties for their own
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Table of Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Alert Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Responsibilities of the Equipment Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Instructions, Requirements, and Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
User Qualifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Applicable Industry Safety Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Intended Use of the Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Instructions and Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Installation Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operating Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Maintenance and Repair Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Equipment Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Equipment Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
General Safety Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Other Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Safety Labels and Tags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
MiniBlue II Expansion Applicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Freedom™ Applicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Solenoid Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Dispensing Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
EasyOn™ Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Hose Connector/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Cordset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Auxiliary Devices and Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Items Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Installation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Hydraulic and Pneumatic Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Unpacking and Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Mounting the Applicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Mounting an Applicator on a New or Existing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Replacing an Applicator on an Existing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Making the Solenoid Valve Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Connect the Air Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Connect the Triggering Device to a Solenoid Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Connecting the Hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Flushing the Applicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Cleaning Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Troubleshooting Table for MiniBlue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Inspecting the Applicator Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Diagnostic Procedures (DPs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
DP1. Check a Solenoid Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
DP2. Check for a Clogged Nozzle or Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
DP3. Check a Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
DP4. Check an RTD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Replacing the Plastic Cover (SlimLine Applicators Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Replacing a Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Replacing a Heater or RTD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
To Replace the RTD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
To Replace the Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Replacing a Solenoid Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
MiniBlue II Pneumatic
Applicators
Safety
Read this section before using the equipment. This section contains recommendations and
practices applicable to the safe installation, operation, and maintenance (hereafter referred
to as “use”) of the product described in this document (hereafter referred to as “equipment”).
Additional safety information, in the form of task‐specific safety alert messages, appears as
appropriate throughout this document.
Safety Information
S Research and evaluate safety information from all applicable sources, including the
owner‐specific safety policy, best industry practices, governing regulations, material
manufacturer's product information, and this document.
S Make safety information available to equipment users in accordance with governing
regulations. Contact the authority having jurisdiction for information.
S Maintain safety information, including the safety labels affixed to the equipment, in
readable condition.
User Qualifications
Installation Practices
S Install the equipment in accordance with the instructions provided in this document and in
the documentation provided with auxiliary devices.
S This equipment has not been certified for compliance with the ATEX directive nor as
nonincendive and should not be installed in potentially explosive environments.
S Ensure that the equipment is rated for the environment in which it will be used and that the
processing characteristics of the material will not create a hazardous environment. Refer
to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the material.
S If the required installation configuration does not match the installation instructions,
contact your Nordson representative for assistance.
S Position the equipment for safe operation. Observe the requirements for clearance
between the equipment and other objects.
S Install lockable power disconnects to isolate the equipment and all independently
powered auxiliary devices from their power sources.
S Properly ground all equipment. Contact your local building code enforcement agency for
specific requirements.
S Ensure that fuses of the correct type and rating are installed in fused equipment.
S Contact the authority having jurisdiction to determine the requirement for installation
permits or inspections.
Operating Practices
S Familiarize yourself with the location and operation of all safety devices and indicators.
S Confirm that the equipment, including all safety devices (guards, interlocks, etc.), is in
good working order and that the required environmental conditions exist.
S Use the personal protective equipment (PPE) specified for each task. Refer to Equipment
Safety Information or the material manufacturer's instructions and MSDS for PPE
requirements.
S Do not use equipment that is malfunctioning or shows signs of a potential malfunction.
NOTE: MSDSs for cleaning compounds that are sold by Nordson are available at
www.nordson.com or by calling your Nordson representative.
S Confirm the correct operation of all safety devices before placing the equipment back into
operation.
S Dispose of waste cleaning compounds and residual process materials according to
governing regulations. Refer to the applicable MSDS or contact the authority having
jurisdiction for information.
S Keep equipment safety warning labels clean. Replace worn or damaged labels.
Equipment Shutdown
To safely complete many of the procedures described in this document, the equipment must
first be shut down. The level of shut down required varies by the type of equipment in use
and the procedure being completed.
If required, shut down instructions are specified at the start of the procedure. The levels of
shut down are:
Completely relieve system hydraulic pressure before breaking any hydraulic connection or
seal. Refer to the melter‐specific product manual for instructions on relieving system
hydraulic pressure.
Isolate the system (melter, hoses, applicators, and optional devices) from all power sources
before accessing any unprotected high‐voltage wiring or connection point.
1. Turn off the equipment and all auxiliary devices connected to the equipment (system).
2. To prevent the equipment from being accidentally energized, lock and tag the disconnect
switch(es) or circuit breaker(s) that provide input electrical power to the equipment and
optional devices.
All electrical or mechanical devices that provide an activation signal to the applicators,
applicator solenoid valve(s), or the melter pump must be disabled before work can be
performed on or around an applicator that is connected to a pressurized system.
1. Turn off or disconnect the applicator triggering device (pattern controller, timer, PLC, etc.).
2. Disconnect the input signal wiring to the applicator solenoid valve(s).
3. Reduce the air pressure to the applicator solenoid valve(s) to zero; then relieve the
residual air pressure between the regulator and the applicator.
Table 1 contains the general safety warnings and cautions that apply to Nordson hot melt
and cold adhesive equipment. Review the table and carefully read all of the warnings or
cautions that apply to the type of equipment described in this manual.
First Aid
5 6
Description
Nordson MiniBlue II automatic applicators apply thermoplastic hot melt adhesive to a
product, providing uniform bead deposition and improved cutoff when used with aggressive
or hard‐to‐dispense adhesives. Their air‐open, air‐close dispensing modules allow high
cycle speeds and their compact size allows them to fit between the flaps of most cartons.
MiniBlue II applicators are manufactured according to the design choices made at the time of
order placement. Refer to Applicator Configuration Code under Technical Data at the end of
this manual for more information.
Freedom™ Applicators
Freedom applicators are based on the MiniBlue II platform, but can only be used as part of a
Freedom Hot Melt Adhesive Dispensing System. As part of that system, the Freedom
applicator offers the following feature benefits:
S Component Recognition
S Onscreen system inventory at the melter, including part numbers & serial numbers.
S Troubleshooting guidance.
S Freedom applicators only work with Freedom hoses.
S Solenoid actuation signal routed through through the Freedom hose (single module
applicator only).
S Melter integrated OptiBond™ bead stitching control, allowing for reduced adhesive
consumption (up to 4 channels per melter).
Description (contd)
Figure 2 shows some typical MiniBlue II applicators. Figures 3 and 4 show the key parts of
two typical MiniBlue II applicators.
NOTE: The illustrations in this manual depict typical MiniBlue II applicators. Your
applicator may differ in appearance.
1 2
8 3
6
7
Figure 3: Key parts of a SlimLine single‐module MiniBlue II ball and seat applicator
1. Cordset 5. Filter (integrated, not shown)
2. Solenoid valve 6. Applicator cover
3. Mounting bracket 7. Module (under the cover)
4. Hose connector 8. Muffler
Description (contd)
6
4
Solenoid Valve
See Figure 5. Solenoid valves may be configured for independent, common, or programmed
module actuation, as described in Table 3.
SD Solenoid SP Solenoid
P1 Solenoid
NOTE: SP valves are standard for single‐module applications. SD valves are used in
applications with limited mounting space.
Dispensing Module
Ball‐and‐seat modules are used in combination with Saturn nozzles, allowing easier
change‐out of nozzle sizes and eliminating the need to stock multiple reduced‐cavity
modules with different orifice sizes. Needle-and-seat modules are used in combination with
SureBead nozzles. SureBead nozzles perform similar to reduced cavity and zero cavity
nozzles. Because of improved design efficiency, adhesive bead volume may vary slightly
from equivalent Blue Series RC and ZC modules. Adjust the adhesive pressure to
compensate.
A MiniBlue II applicator may have 1-8 modules. Air is supplied constantly to a module
through a solenoid valve. When the applicator is not being triggered, air will flow through the
module's air‐close port to keep the module needle on its seat. When triggered, the solenoid
valve will direct air into the air‐open port, lifting the needle from its seat to dispense the
adhesive.
EasyOn™ Feature
See Figure 6. All MiniBlue II applicators use the EasyOn feature. The EasyOn feature on the
module mates with the EasyOn feature on the applicator body. The EasyOn feature allows
the module to be installed onto the applicator body, regardless of the orientation of the
applicator body.
Hose Connector/Filter
Table 4 shows the filter options based on the style of applicator you have.
See Figure 7. All MiniBlue II applicators have a straight, 45‐degree, or 90‐degree hose
connector and either an integrated or an inline Saturn filter. Saturn filters are available in 50,
100 or 200 mesh screens to meet your requirements.
Cordset
The applicator cordset may be positioned on either the right or left end, or on the right or left
side of the back of configurable multi‐module applicators.
T−style cordset
Freedom cordset
Water−resistant cordset
Temperature Control
All MiniBlue II applicators use 120‐ohm nickel resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) for
precise temperature sensing and for applicator temperature control to within +0.5_C (1.0_F)
of a setpoint temperature.
Intended Use
MiniBlue II applicators are specifically designed for industrial applications that require the
deposition of a precisely controlled bead of hot melt material onto a moving substrate. The
applicators are designed to be rigidly mounted, pneumatically operated, and triggered by a
Nordson‐approved, electrically controlled solenoid valve. MiniBlue II applicators are
designed for use with Nordson melters and hoses.
Installation
Applicators are installed using the following six‐step process:
S unpack and inspect
S mount
S connect the air supply
S connect the hose
S flush
S install nozzles
Applicators ordered with special options may require additional installation steps that are not
described here.
NOTE: Nozzles must be ordered separately. Refer to Parts for nozzle part numbers.
Items Needed
To ensure a smooth installation, have the following items on hand:
S personal protective equipment for working with hot adhesive
S product manuals for associated equipment (melter, hose, etc.)
S device to lift and position the applicator
S mounting equipment, such as a mounting rod, appropriate for the parent machine
S wiring and 24 VDC power supply for the solenoid valve
S air pressure regulator and air line tubing (Refer to Connect the Air Supply provided in
the following pages).
S automatic applicator hose
S set of standard and metric hex‐head wrenches
S flat‐blade and Phillips‐head screwdrivers
S drain pans and waste containers suitable for waste adhesive
S O‐ring lubricant
S anti‐seize lubricant
Installation Guidelines
Use the following installation guidelines for optimum applicator performance.
Mounting
S Mount the applicator such that the nozzle will be as close as possible to the substrate, but
at a distance that works best for your application. Typically, the minimum distance is two
times the diameter of the nozzle orifice.
S Ensure that the mounting location provides sufficient clearance around the rear or sides of
the applicator to allow for removal of the manifold covers.
S Mount the applicator on a rigid support that is isolated from external vibrations and that
prevents the applicator from rotating.
S Insulate the applicator from the support using the insulator provided with the applicator.
S Do not remove the nozzle from the SureBead applicator until it is time to start the system
and flush the applicator.
The configuration of your equipment and production line may require a variation in the
mounting options described in this section. Regardless of the mounting method used, follow
the guidelines provided in Installation Guidelines.
2
1 (12 mm, 13 mm,
or 0.5 in. diameter) 3
Figure 9: Mounting an applicator using the mounting clamp (SlimLine applicator shown)
1. Mounting bar 3. Insulator
2. Clamp
NOTE: The distance from the mounting rod centerline and the nozzle tip is different on
a slim single‐module applicator and a single‐module configurable applicator. If you are
replacing a single‐module applicator, be sure to the replace the correct applicator style.
1. Relieve system hydraulic pressure and disable the applicator to be replaced. Refer to
Safety.
2. Disconnect the hose from the applicator both electrically and hydraulically.
3. Separate the existing applicator from its mounting. If a mounting clamp will not be reused,
remove it from the mounting bar.
4. Mount the new applicator and insulator onto the existing mounting clamp (orrod) or
disassemble a new applicator's mounting clamp and then reassemble the clamp (with the
applicator and insulator) onto the existing mounting bar. Tighten the clamp securely.
5. Go to Making the Solenoid Valve Connections.
Be sure to refer to the correct triggering device connection procedure for the solenoid valve
on your applicator.
Connect a clean, dry, non‐lubricated air supply to the air inlet on the solenoid valves.
NOTE: Refer also to Installation Guidelines earlier in this section and, if applicable, to
the instructions supplied with the solenoid valve.
See Figures 10 and 11. Connect the solenoid valve cable to the solenoid valve and to the
triggering device.
NOTE: Refer to Solenoid, Tubing and Fittings table in the Parts section for the cable
part numbers.
SP Solenoid
CAUTION! Do not use a spiked signal. Doing so will destroy the internally spiked
valve.
Brown: 24VDC
Black: Not used
Blue: Common
SD Solenoid
NOTE: This cable is approved for non‐spiked Nordson pattern controllers with SD
solenoid valves. If used with third-party timers, make sure the output is voltage
protected for inductive loads to avoid damage to the timer.
1. Connect the brown and black wires to the 24 VDC signal.
Brown: 24 VDC
Black: Common
P1 Solenoid
CAUTION! Do not use a spiked signal. Doing so will destroy the internally spiked
valve.
Brown: 24VDC
Black: Not used
Blue: Common
NOTES:
S P1 requires 1123970 and 1100687 or 1100688.
S Cable 1123970 includes a circuit that limits the maximum current draw of the attached
solenoid valve.
CAUTION! This equipment is factory tested with Nordson Type R fluid containing
polyester adipate plasticizer. Certain adhesives may react with the Type R fluid
residue to form a solid gum that can be difficult to remove. Consult with your
adhesive supplier to determine the compatibility of your adhesive with Type R
fluid.
Operation
Refer to the melter product manual for operating instructions.
Maintenance
Table 5 provides the recommended schedule for applicator maintenance. Detailed
procedures for weekly and semi‐annual maintenance tasks are provided in the remainder of
this section.
Cleaning Nozzles
WARNING! Risk of personal injury or equipment damage. Do not remove the
nozzle from SureBead applicators until it is time to start the system and flush the
applicators. The sharp needle on these applicators is exposed whenever the
nozzle is removed.
Applicator nozzles may become clogged when char, a by‐product of overheating the hot
melt, becomes lodged in the nozzle.
1. Heat the applicator to operating temperature.
2. Disable the applicator. Refer to Safety.
3. Remove the nozzle. Refer to Table 6.
SureBead
WARNING! Risk of fire. Do not heat Nordson Type R fluid above 245 _C (475 _F).
Use only an industrial grade, regulated, electrical heating device that is designed
to heat industrial fluids. Personal injury or property damage can result if Type R
cleaning fluid is heated with an open flame or in an unregulated heating device.
4. Soak the nozzles in Nordson Type R cleaning fluid that has been heated above the
melting point of the adhesive, to a maximum of 177 _C (350_F).
5. Remove the nozzles from the cleaning fluid.
CAUTION! Use the correct size precision pin probe to clean Nordson nozzles.
The use of non‐precision or incorrectly sized probes may damage the nozzle. The
Nordson nozzle cleaning kit (part 901915) contains a variety of probe sizes.
SureBead
Troubleshooting
NOTE: Verify that the solenoid valve being used has a rated service temperature
above 85 _C (185 _F).
HEATER 1
HEATER 2 5
RTD 3 4 3
3 4
RTD 5
2 5
1 6
GND 2 1
4
Freedom Wiring:
HEATER 1
HEATER 2
RTD 3 3 4
RTD Common 5 2 5
Resistance
in Ohms
Temperature in F 4209012A
Repair
Refer to these repair procedures as needed. For repair procedures not included in this
section, refer to the instructions supplied with the replacement part.
4
6
4
3
Replacing a Module
1. Relieve system pressure, and then purge the applicator and hose. Refer to the melter and
applicator product manuals for additional information.
2. Disable the applicator driver.
3. Remove the M4 X 25 module retaining screws, and then remove the module.
4. Using a non−abrasive cloth, remove adhesive residue from the face of the applicator
body.
CAUTION: Risk of Burns! Applicator body may be hot! Use caution when cleaning it.
5. Insert the two O−rings for each pneumatic port, and the one O−ring for the adhesive port.
6. Apply an anti−seize compound (Nordson Corporation PN 900344) to the module
retaining screws, and then install the new module. Tighten the screws to 1.7−2.2 Nm
(15−20 in.−lb).
The following procedure describes the replacement of an RTD by replacing the entire
cordset. Instructions for replacing a heater are also included.
(Optional) Using two wrenches, disconnect the hose from the applicator.
NOTE: Steps 3 and 4 are not necessary if the applicator is easily accessible and can
be serviced without the need to disconnect the hose.
4
10 5
2
1
3
4
7
6
Figure 18: Replacing a heater or RTD on a single wide or multi module configurable
applicator
1. Cordset heater leads 5. Heater
2. Terminal block 6. RTD
3. Eyelet 7. Ground wire
4. Heater leads
NOTE: Steps 3 and 4 are not necessary if the applicator is easily accessible and can
be serviced without the need to disconnect the hose.
The number in the Part column is the Nordson part number you can use to order the
part. A series of dashes indicates that the part is not saleable. In this case, you
must order either the assembly in which the part is used or a service kit that
includes the part.
S
S S
NOTE A:
B:
NS: Not Shown
19
17
16
18
26
14, 15
25 27
13
12
11
20 10
21 9 25
8
23
22
24 6
7
4
3
2
25 1
17
16
18 15
14
13
12
11
10 9
2
7
4 5
3 6
1
17
16
18
15
14
13 11
12
10
4
2 5
3
1 6
7
8
Figure 22: Multi module Best Choice replacement applicator assembly continuous air
Replacement Modules
Part Description
1095703 Module,MiniBlue II Ball & Seat
1121479 Module, MiniBlue II SureBead .20 (.008) Purple
1121480 Module, MiniBlue II SureBead .31 (.012) Green
1121481 Module, MiniBlue II SureBead .41 (.016) Orange
1121482 Module, MiniBlue II SureBead .51 (.020) Beige
1121483 Module, MiniBlue II SureBead .81 (.032) Gold
1121484 Module, MiniBlue II SureBead 1.0 (.040) Turquoise
1120093 KIT,MODULE BLANK, MINIBLUE
Cordsets
Cordsets include RTDs.
Part Description Note
1124023 Cordset, Slim, MiniBlue II A
1103014 Cordset, MiniBlue II B
1124021 Cordset, MiniBlue II, Side-Mount C
1103908 Cordset, Miniblue II, Water Wash B
1103015 Cordset, Miniblue II, Slim, Water Wash A
1121501 Kit, Cordset, Applicator, Freedom A,B
1123116 Kit, Cordset, Applicator, Freedom, WW B
1123115 Kit, Cordset, Applicator, Freedom, WW, Slim A
NOTE A: Used With Slimline Applicators.
B: Used With Standard Applicators, except side−mounted cordsets
C: Used with standard applicators, with side−mounted cordsets
Solenoids
Part
Description Where Used Notes
Number
Used for single module
Nordson
Single-Module applicators and
recommended
1095800 Solenoid, Saturn SP independent actuation
solenoid for standard
(M5 ports) for multi-module
stitching applications
applicators
High Performance
Used for single module solenoid,
applicators and recommended for
Single-Module
1123910 independent actuation applications that
Solenoid, P1 (M5 Ports)
for multi-module demand the highest
applicators. level of precision and
repeatability
Used for single module
Recommended
Single-Module applicators and
where Compact
771458 Solenoid, SD Mini (M5 independent actuation
profile is of the
ports) for multi-module
highest importance
applicators
Multi-Module Solenoid, High flow SP, not
Used for common and
1120826 Saturn SP (1/8 in. NPT recommended for
programmed actuation
ports) stitching
Available as a
Solenoid, Saturn, SG, Used for common and
1069020 replacement only for
24 VDC, Rev. Function programmed actuation
legacy applicators
Solenoid Cabling
Part
Description Where Used Notes
Number
Cable Assy, Solenoid,
1100687
M8, 3-Wire, 5 m
Cable Assy, Solenoid,
1100688
90 Deg, M8, 3-Wire, 5 m
Cable Assy, Solenoid,
1100958
M8, 3-Wire, 10 m P1 with cable, SD and
Cable Assy, Solenoid, SP
1100959 90 Deg, M8, 3-Wire,
10 m
Connects one
1121990 Kit, Cable, Splitter extension cable to 2
solenoids
Cable Assy, P1, Limits current to 2A
1123970 Suppressed, 2 Pin Used with P1 only maximum. Connects
Socket to M8 to STD M8
Filter Kits
Applicator‐to‐Hose Connectors
See Figure 24. applicator‐to‐hose connectors are installed between the applicator and hose
to ease hose routing and to help prevent bending or pinching of the hose.
2 3
1
4
Figure 24: Applicator‐to‐hose fittings
Item Part Description Note
1 972657 Connector, hose, with O‐ring, A
straight
2 274179 Connector, hose, with O‐ring, 45_
3 274180 Connector, hose, with O‐ring, 90_
4 945032 S O‐ring, Viton, 3/8 in. tube B
NOTE A: All applicators are shipped with this straight hose connector pre-installed on the
applicator.
B: This is the replacement O‐ring for all hose connectors.
Insulating Cuffs
Insulating cuffs are used to insulate hose‐to‐applicator joints.
Part Description
273634 Cuff, insulating, 64 mm (2.5 in.)
273635 Cuff, insulating, 50 mm (2.0 in.)
274429 Cuff, insulating, 44 mm (1.75 in.)
Heaters
SlimLine Applicator
240 VAC Cartridge 200 VAC Cartridge
6mm Diameter Heater P/N Heater 6mm Diameter Heater Heater
Wattage P/N Wattage
734013 109 1061561 100
Extension Cables
Extension cables are used when a applicator has two cordsets and only one hose will be
used.
Part Description
108946 Cable, extension, applicator to melter, 4.9 m (16 ft)
728023 Cable, extension, water‐wash applicator to melter, 5.5 m (18 ft)
728093 Cable, extension, water‐wash, 6.1 m (20 ft)
124992 Cable, extension, applicator to bulk melter, 4.3 m (14 ft)
Maintenance Accessories
Part Description
132426 Hose/applicator diagnostic device
1108372 Lubricant, O‐ring, 4 oz (for lubricating O‐rings)
1108371 Never‐Seez, 8 oz can
1120201 Never‐Seez, 1 oz
900290 Neat's foot oil
901915 Nozzle cleaning kit
331871 Tool, removal/installation, integrated right‐angle module
nozzles
231262 Kit, quick‐disconnect fitting, 1/4 NPT (solenoids)
270755 Type R fluid, 1 gal
902514 Protective gloves
Specifications
Parameter Specification
Operating temperature 204 _C (400 _F) maximum
Operating air pressure(1) 3.4-5.5 bar (50-80 psi)
Working hydraulic pressure 103 bar (1500 psi) maximum
Solenoid valves Nordson 24 VDC high temperature,
factory installed
Electrical service 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz; 200 VAC, 50/60 Hz
optional
(1) Recommended range. Dry, regulated non-lubricated air required for consistent applicator
operation.
Dimensions
Dimension drawings can be found on the emanuals.nordson.com website.
To determine the configuration of a applicator, obtain its configuration code and refer to Table 10.
Table 10 Explanation of Applicator Configuration Code Positions
Code
Description Code Value
Position
Configuration Code
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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MB2 BEL 00 A CA T TS SP E4 1 000 000
PA = programmed air
6 Cordset type T = 3000/Blue Series F = Freedom Series cordset
W = Water wash D = Freedom Series water wash cordset
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66 MiniBlue II Pneumatic Applicators
Part 1096215_06 Code
Description Code Values
Position
7 Cordset position TS = Top Side
LS = Left Side
RS = Right Side
LB = Left Back
RB = Right Back
8 Solenoid SP = Saturn Platinum
SD = MiniMac
P1 = P1
NOTE: The SG solenoid is available only for legacy applicators.
9 Hose connector angle E0 = 50‐mesh straight
and mesh size E4 = 50‐mesh 45‐degree
E9 = 50‐mesh 90‐degree
F0 = 100‐mesh straight
F4 = 100‐mesh 45‐degree
F9 = 100‐mesh 90‐degree
G0 = 200 mesh straight
G4 = 200 mesh 45‐degree
G9 = 200 mesh 90‐degree
10 Number of hydraulic 1
ports 3
5
Corporation
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