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Troubleshooting (continued)
Condition 3:
Low or no
adhesive flow
5. If the transport mechanism does not move freely on the track or if
the arms of the mechanism do not open and close freely, clean the
transport mechanism (steps 5a-5d).
a. Extrude the remaining adhesive from the entry track.
b. Disconnect the power cord from the outlet.
c. Allow the applicator to cool to room temperature.
d. Use 3M™ Citrus Base Cleaner or equivalent to remove any dirt
that restricts free movement of the transport mechanism. See
Figure P to remove or reinstall transport mechanism if
necessary.
If the transport mechanism is damaged, replace it with 3M™ Transport
Mechanism Kit #62-9787-9930-2. If the flow problem still exists,
proceed to the next step.
6. The adhesive applicator may be backmelted. See Backmelt
procedure on page 22 of this manual. If the flow problem still
exists after cleaning the backmelt, proceed to the next step.
7. There may be gelled adhesive in the heat-block or valve. Replace
the heat block, valve and nozzle with the 3M™ Heat Block Kit
#62-9680-9730-3.
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Caution
Allow applicator to cool to room
temperature before servicing.
Failure to do so may cause burns.
WARNING
Do not clean or remove the 3M™
Scotch-Weld™ Hot Melt Adhesive
with solvent.
May cause fire.
For
additional health and safety
information, see the product label
and Material Safety Data Sheet for
Scotch-Weld Hot Melt Adhesive
used.