Instruction Manual

Maintenance 9-1
9 Maintenance
9.1 Overview
Performing the recommended maintenance procedures at the intervals suggested in this section increases
system life and ensures high quality dispensing performance for every production run. This section covers
the following topics:
 Hazardous Materials
 Record Keeping
 Routine Maintenance Procedures
 Filling the Fluid Reservoir
 Changing Material/Flushing Fluid System
 Emptying the Water Trap
 Cleaning the Fluid Filter
 Lubricating the Mechanical Drive Cables
 X-Axis Lubrication
 Lubricating the X-Axis Bearings
 Tensioning the Cables
9.2 Safety First
Before performing maintenance procedures, please familiarize yourself with the important information
provided in Section 2 - Safety. When performing maintenance, it is essential that you obey all written
safety warnings and the warning labels affixed to your dispensing system.
WARNING! Allow only qualified personnel to perform the following tasks. Observe and follow
the safety instructions in this document and all other related documentation.
9.3 Hazardous Materials
Some maintenance procedures involve the use of hazardous materials. Always follow all applicable
national and local statutes and regulations, facility safety practice, and the material manufacturer's MSDS
recommendations.
9.4 Record Keeping
The type of maintenance performed (such as preventive and parts replacement) should be recorded in
maintenance records for the dispensing system. Dates, part numbers/serial numbers of replaced parts,
names of technicians, and other pertinent data should be recorded.