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Advantage GelcoaterOperations ManualMAGNUM VENUS PRODUCTSPart No. 90065-1ADVANTAGEGelcoater System

Advantage GelcoaterChapter3Uncrate Gelcoater.Uncrate the Advantage Gelcoater and set it on a level floor surface atleast 3 feet (90 cm) from the neare

Advantage GelcoaterFigure 1: Wall Mount Unit Figure 2: Portable UnitTurn Controls OffMake sure all control regulators are turned to “0”.Insta

Advantage GelcoaterFigure 3: Cat. Hose & Flush Hose to Gun HeadAttach the other end of the flush hose to the flush tank fitting marked“OUT” (see F

Advantage Gelcoater9Attach an airline between the air regulator and the fitting (marked “IN”) onthe flush tank (see Figure 5).Figure 5: Air Supply Hos

Advantage GelcoaterrFigure 6: Attach Feed Line from Catalyst JugFigure 7: Attach Feed Line to Catalyst PumpNOTEAttach catalyst feed line so there are

Advantage GelcoaterAttach the return line (3/8” tube) to the catalyst pump relief valve body(see Figure 8)Insert the other end of the return line into

Advantage GelcoaterADVANTAGE GelcoaterDaily InspectionCheck Material SuppliesCheck bulk supplies of gelcoat resin, catalyst, and solvent. If any supp

Advantage Gelcoater13CAUTIONAfter filling the catalyst jug, reinstall cap on jug. Other-wise, catalyst may be contaminated.Figure 9: Fill Catalyst Ju

Advantage GelcoaterInspect hose fittings and seals for leaks.Make sure all hose connections are tight.Check Fittings and AssembliesCheck the resin acc

Advantage GelcoaterADVANTAGE GelcoaterPrime Flush System15Chapter5Turn Controls OffBe sure the FLUSH regulator is closed (see Figure 13).Be sure the a

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Advantage Gelcoater16 Figure 14: Connect Main Air SupplyFill Flush TankRelease any pressure in the flush tank by gently pulling upwards on theleve

Advantage Gelcoater17O-Ring MaintenanceThe flush tank’s O-ring expands and distorts if wetted by the solvent. O-rings also distort (much more slowly)

Advantage GelcoaterTest Flush SystemTest the flush system by manually flushing the gun into an appropriateempty container (see Figure 17). To flush t

Advantage GelcoaterFigure 17: Flush the Gun19

Advantage GelcoaterChapter6Before PrimingCheck catalyst supplies for quality and quantity.Check hose fittings again for tightness.Hold the gun-head ov

Advantage GelcoaterLean the top of the catalyst pump toward the resin pump to allow trappedair to escape (see Figure 20).Turn the recirculation valve

Advantage Gelcoaterarm bearing (see Figure 22).Unlock the gun trigger.Place an appropriate empty container under the gun-head.Press the flush button o

Advantage GelcoaterFigure 22: Trap the Catalyst Pump Bearing Block23

Advantage GelcoaterChapter7Before PrimingCheck resin supplies for quality and quantity.Check resin hose fittings again for tightness.Be sure PUMP PRES

Advantage GelcoaterBegin PrimingPlace the resin wand into the gelcoat resin container (see Figure 23).Slowly turn the PUMP PRESSURE regulator (on the

Advantage GelcoaterCHAPTER 1 - QUICK REFERENCEQuick ListQuick ViewCHAPTER 2 - INTRODUCTIONThe Advantages of the AdvantageMajor ComponentsDescripti

Advantage GelcoaterRemove cap from charging valve on top of resin accumulator.Attach charging hose (located on manifold) to the charging valve on top

Advantage GelcoaterPush the flush button on the side of the gun to flush the gun.Release the button when clean solvent flows from the gun-head.Discard

Advantage GelcoaterChapter8Connect Catalyst PumpPull out the lower quick pin that attaches the bottom of the catalyst pumpto the bottom slave arm.Line

Advantage GelcoaterNOTEThe upper and lower catalyst pump mounts must bein upper and lower holes with the same number or thepump will be damaged (see F

Advantage GelcoaterChapter9To achieve the proper spray patterns, gun nozzles must be selected andtested and matched to the appropriate pump pressure.B

Advantage GelcoaterAir Assist Nozzle - 419 #30419Install Nozzle AssemblyInsert turbulent mixer into the mix chamber.Insert static mixer into nozzle ex

Advantage GelcoaterSet PressureTurn PUMP PRESSURE regulator slowly until gauge reads 35 PSI.Spray Test PatternHold the gun about 18 - 20 in. (45 - 50

Advantage GelcoaterCheck the troubleshooting chart below to correct any problems.Troubleshooting ChartIf You See: Then:“Fingers” Check Gelcoat tempera

Advantage GelcoaterADVANTAGE GelcoaterShutdownChapter10Short-Term ShutdownDrain Moisture FilterDrain moisture filter by holding a small, empty contai

Advantage GelcoaterAfter draining the filter, close the filter valve.Figure 32: Drain the FilterClean Gun HeadPush the flush button on the left side o

Advantage GelcoaterC H A P T E R 6 - PRIME CATALYST SYSTEMQuick ListQuick ViewCHAPTER 7 - PRIME RESIN SYSTEMCHAPTER 8 - CONNECT CATALYST PUMPCH

Advantage GelcoaterSoak the nozzle assembly parts in a closed container of solvent.Visually inspect the open ports of the gun block for signs of gelle

Advantage GelcoaterFigure 33: Relieving Pressure from AccumulatorPlace a container under the resin pump filter and slowly unscrew the filtertank from

Advantage GelcoaterWhen you have unscrewed the resin accumulator, disassemble it andclean the parts with solvent. Allow the parts to air dry.Figure 3

Advantage Gelcoatersystem.You have now completed the steps necessary to shut down yourequipment.Long-Term ShutdownDrain Moisture FilterDrain the moist

Advantage Gelcoater Figure 35: Draining the FilterClean Gun HeadPush the button o

Advantage GelcoaterVisually inspect the open ports of the gun block for signs of gelled mate-rial after flushing.Remove Fluid PressureFollow all warni

Advantage GelcoaterDisconnect the catalyst pump from the upper slave arm.> Pull out the top quick pin in the upper slave arm.> Pull up the pisto

Advantage GelcoaterRemove the resin wand from the resin and allow the wand to drain into anappropriate container.Lock gun open. Slowly bring pressure

Advantage GelcoaterFigure 38: Remove Filter TankClean the filter tank, spring, screen and filter core in solvent.Reassemble accumulator and filter ass

Advantage GelcoaterADVANTAGE GelcoaterMaintenancePerforming proper maintenance at the recommended time intervalsmaximizes your equipment’s productivit

Advantage GelcoaterAdvantage GelcoaterQuick ReferenceChapter11. Place suction wand in adequate resin supply2. If multicolor, select which color pump y

Advantage GelcoaterDaily Maintenance ChecklistPart: Procedure:Moisture Filter DrainHoses Check for kinks or leaksGun Check gun packing - tightenas nec

Advantage GelcoaterWeekly Maintenance ChecklistThis schedule is based on a one shift, 5-day work week, using standardGRP resin (an idle unit left with

Advantage GelcoaterMonthly Maintenance ChecklistPart: Procedure:Gauges and Regulators Check for wear, damage, andproper operationResin Accumulator Rem

Advantage GelcoaterThree-Month Maintenance ChecklistPart: Procedure:Gauges and Regulators Check for wear, damage, and properoperationResin Accumulator

Advantage GelcoaterSix Month Maintenance ChecklistPart: Procedure:Gauges and Regulators Check for wear, damage, and properoperationResin Accumulator R

Advantage GelcoaterAnnual Preventative Maintenance ChecklistPart: Procedure:Gauges and Regulators Check for wear, damage, and properoperationResin Acc

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Advantage Gelcoater3Chapter2The Advantages of the Advantage:The Magnum Venus Products Advantage Gelcoat Unit was designed todeliver a smooth uniform l

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Advantage Gelcoater2. The Flush Pressure Gauge and Regulator monitor and control airto the solvent flushing system.3. The Gun Pressure Gauge and Regul

Advantage GelcoaterEmpty buckets and containers for cleanupClean rags and paint brushes for equipment cleaningWax paper or cardboard for test spraying