Owner`s manual

Operation 27
Priming the Pump
The purpose of priming is to initiate fluid flow into the pump and to eliminate any air in the fluid path. Priming
is necessary after any of the following has occurred:
• Initial setup of the pump during installation
• Disassembly/cleaning of the dispensing cartridge and/or fittings
• Syringe Change
This subsection contains priming procedures for both solder paste and non-solder paste applications.
WARNING! Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for information on safety, handling,
and disposal for all fluids and materials before use. All fluids and materials must be
disposed of according to local regulations. Wear personal protective equipment
(PPE) when performing this procedure to prevent contact with caustic chemicals.
Non-Solder Paste Applications
Tools and Materials Needed:
• Syringe of Production Fluid • Plastic Purge Cup (P/N 58-0030)
• Dispensing Needle (application specific) • Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
CAUTION! Only trained service technicians should perform this procedure.
"NOTE This procedure assumes that a clean dispensing cartridge and needle are installed. If not
clean, refer to “
Cleaning the Pump” in the Maintenance section.
1. Perform a dispensing system start-up as specified in the applicable dispensing system manual.
2. Use the position controls to move the dispensing head directly over the purge station.
3. Open the dispensing system door/hatch and perform the following:
a. Install a syringe of production-run fluid on the pump. Refer to “
Installing/Changing a Fluid
Syringe” earlier in this section.
b. Remove the purge station lid.
c. If the purge cup contains fluid, remove it and replace with a clean cup.
4. Close the dispensing system door/hatch.
5. In the Fluidmove Main Window, click on Run a Program (
Figure 4-7).
! Authorized personnel can also turn the Pump ON and OFF by going to Tools>I/O
Test>Dispenser and toggling the Valve Forward output.
6. In the Production Window, click on Setup and then double click on Valve-Forward/Reverse.
7. In the Select Valve dialog box, select the valve you want to prime and click on OK.
! On systems with Dual-Action Dispensing Heads, you will have to select Valve 1 (V1) or
Valve 2 (V2), as applicable.