Performus™ I Dispensing System User’s Guide To order the Performus I Dispensing System, refer to part number 7012330 Original Document Electronic pdf files of Nordson EFD manuals are also available at www.nordsonefd.
Introduction You have selected a reliable, high quality Performus dispensing system from EFD, the world leader in fluid dispensing. The Performus dispensing system was designed specifically for industrial dispensing, and will provide you with years of trouble-free, productive service. The User’s Guide will help you maximize the usefulness of your Performus dispensing system. Please spend a few minutes to become familiar with the controls and features. Follow our recommended testing procedures.
Contents EFD Product Safety Information ......................................................................4-7 Specifications....................................................................................................8 Features and Controls........................................................................................9 Getting Started ..........................................................................................10-12 Dispensing System Setup ...................................
Nordson EFD Product Safety Statement This statement provides personal and equipment safety notices for EFD dispensing products. 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 cover 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.
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.
Nordson EFD Product Safety Statement Intended Use Use of EFD equipment in ways other than those described in the documentation supplied with the equipment may result in injury to persons or damage to property.
• Test – Verify operation of features and performance of equipment using the ‘Features and Controls’ and ‘Getting Started’ sections within this user guide. If necessary, refer to the ‘Troubleshooting Guide’ elsewhere in this user guide. A faulty or defective unit should be returned to EFD or representative for refurbishment. • Use only replacement parts that are designed for use with original equipment. Contact your EFD representative for information and advice.
Specifications Cabinet Dimensions: 183 mm x 86 mm x 51 mm (7.22" W x 3.38" D x 2" H) Weight: 1 Kg (2.2 Lbs) Input AC (to power supply): 100-240 VAC (+/-10%) ~ 50/60 Hz, 0.6A Output DC (from power supply): 24VDC – 1.04 Amp maximum Power Requirements: 24VDC – 1.
Features and Controls 5 3 2 1 4 1. Output Air Regulator Adjustment Knob – Controls air pressure in syringe barrel 2. Vacuum Control Adjustment Knob – Controls syringe barrel vacuum 3. Power Switch – Main DC power control switch 4. 0-100 psi Gauge – Measures syringe barrel air pressure 5. Output Quick Connector – Syringe barrel adapter connection 8 9 10 7 6 6. Power Input Jack – DC power input 7. Air Input Push-in Fitting – Main filtered air supply input 8.
Getting Started Unpack Unit/Warranty 1 Unpack the contents of the package and lay them out on a clean work bench. The following items should be included with your Performus dispensing system: A. Dispenser B. Foot pedal assembly D C. Power supply D. Syringe barrel adapter E. Syringe barrel stand A F. Folding wire stand E F C B Now is a good time to activate your EFD Performus Dispensing System One Year Warranty. Register online at www.nordsonefd.com/warranty/dispensers/one. 10 www.nordsonefd.
Connect Air Supply 2 Note: Clean, dry filtered factory air is required to meet warranty. If your air supply is not filtered, order the EFD five micron filter regulator (EFD part 7016547). Turn the air regulator adjustment knob to zero before connecting the main air input to the Performus. • Push one end of the 6mm air input hose into the input fitting on the back of the Performus. • Connect the other end of the hose to your plant air supply. • Set plant air supply at minimum 5.5 to 6.
Connect Foot Pedal 4 5 • The Performus is normally operated using the foot pedal provided. • Connect the foot pedal to the back of thePerformus. • If you prefer, you can also operate the Performus with an optional finger switch (EFD part 7016718). Attach Syringe Barrel/Dispense Tip • Attach an EFD syringe barrel filled with your fluid to the adapter assembly. • Snap the safety clip on the adapter hose closed to prevent dripping. Remember to unsnap the clip when ready to dispense.
Dispensing System Setup 1. Pull the air regulator adjustment knob out until it clicks into the unlocked position. Start with pressure set to zero. 2. Place the syringe barrel over a piece of paper or test surface. 3. Unsnap the safety clip. Depress and hold the foot pedal for the remainder of this setup. 4. While resting the tip on the paper (test surface), SLOWLY turn the air pressure regulator clockwise until fluid starts to exit from the tip. 5.
Using the Vacuum Control Feature for Low Viscosity Fluids The Vacuum Control feature allows you to dispense low viscosity fluids consistently without dripping between cycles. The vacuum overcomes head pressure on the fluid within the barrel, which prevents dripping. 1. Make sure that you have attached an EFD barrel filled with the fluid intended for dispensing, and that the air pressure is turned all the way to zero. EFD recommends the use of a Blue LV Barrier piston for watery, low viscosity materials.
Filling the Syringe Barrel Barrel Filling Techniques: Caution: Do not completely fill syringe barrels. The optimum fill is a maximum 2/3 of the barrel capacity and 1/2 of the barrel capacity when using the EFD blue LV Barrier piston. For best results, we strongly recommend that you use a piston as part of your dispensing system. The white EFD SmoothFlow piston is appropriate for most fluids and has several advantages: • Vacuum adjustment is less sensitive.
Filling Procedure for Pourable Low and Medium Viscosity Fluids If the fluid you are dispensing is pourable, take the syringe barrel, twist on tip cap and pour your fluid in. Insert a white SmoothFlow piston and carefully press down until it contacts the fluid. The syringe barrel is now ready for use. Filling Procedure for Thick Fluids If your fluid is thick or non-leveling, you can spoon it into the syringe barrel with a spatula.
Barrel Loaders Barrel Loading Alternatives EFD offers productive alternatives to traditional syringe barrel loading methods. Here are a few suggestions that can help keep your work area clean, save time and reduce the chance of entrapped air in the fluid. #7022068 Atlas Filling System 1. For fast, accurate volumetric filling, the Atlas Filling System #7022068 can be used with any pressure reservoir or cartridge. Recommended for high production barrel filling. 2.
Replacement Parts Item Part Number 11 7012274 12 7012276 13 7017073 14 7012277 15 7014752 16 7012279 17 7012595 18 7012284 19 7012281 10 7012283 11 7012293 12 7012298 13 7016761 14 7012302 15 7022009 16 7012597 17 7015199 18 7014865 19 7016728 20 7012280 * Not Shown Description Regulator Knob, Black Regulator Bezel Vacuum Rotary Dial Knob Regulator Assembly 0-100 psi Regulator Replacement o-rings* ON/OFF Rocker Switch Assembly Quick Connector Assembly Kit* Overlay, Front, Performus I Gauge, Pressure 0-100
Dispensing System Accessories Ergonomic Hand Grip Ergonomic grip fits all sizes of syringe barrels from 3cc to 55cc. Specify EFD part #7017133. Liquid Filter Trap Helps prevent fluid from being sucked back into the dispenser. Specify EFD part #7016077. Five Micron Filter Regulator/Coalescing Filter Regulator Required for production areas where clean, dry filtered factory air is not available, or to stabilize the plant air supply for more consistent deposits. Specify EFD part #7016547.
Troubleshooting Guide An EFD Customer Service or Technical Services representative is always available to assist you with any question you may have about your Performus Dispensing System. Please feel free to call or email us at the addresses on the back cover of this User’s Guide. Trouble Solution No power Check the power supply connection and DC power supply to the unit. Check the main air supply and primary regulator.
Helpful Hints/Suggestions on Settings Helpful Hints 1. There are three core variables to the Performus dispenser: dispense time, pressure and vacuum. Adjust just one of these at a time, in small increments, to achieve the correct deposit. 2. Another variable is tip size. Choose the right tip for the deposit type. Remember, smaller tips require more pressure and more time pressing the foot pedal. Try different tips without changing the time or pressure settings and observe the results. 3.
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Nordson EFD One Year Limited Warranty This EFD dispenser is warranted to the original end user for one year from date of purchase. Within the period of this warranty, EFD will repair or replace any defective component, or the entire dispenser at EFD’s option, on authorized return of the part or the complete dispenser, prepaid to the factory. In no event shall any liability or obligation of EFD arising from this warranty exceed the purchase price of the equipment.
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