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General Set Up and Spray Gun Use

For additional instructions refer to your fluid source manual.

3M™ Series 52 HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Connection Diagram

Mounting Hole

Fan Control

Fluid Control

Atomizing Air Inlet

Trigger Air Inlet

Fluid Inlet

Plug

Fluid Inlet

Fluid Inlet

Series 52-901 

Single Fluid Inlet

Adjustable Fluid 

Control

Series 52-902 

Dual Fluid Inlet

Adjustable Fluid 

Control

Series 52-904 

Dual Fluid Inlet

Non-Adjustable 

Fluid Control

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Summary of Contents for Series 52

Page 1: ...Read Warnings and Instructions This Manual Covers Spray Gun Models 52 55 55ZZ 56 56ZZ 57 57ZZ and 57UL Manual Available upon request in Spanish El manual está disponible en español cuando se lo solicite Series 52 Series 55 Series 56 Series 57 3 ...

Page 2: ...Identification Series 52 21 Spray Gun Parts Identification Series 55 23 Spray Gun Parts Identification Series 55ZZ 25 Spray Gun Parts Identification Series 56 27 Spray Gun Parts Identification Series 56ZZ 29 Spray Gun Parts Identification Series 57 31 Spray Gun Parts Identification Series 57ZZ 33 Spray Gun Parts Identification Series 57UL 35 Tip Nozzle Air Cap Selection Guide 37 Troubleshooting 39...

Page 3: ...e by professionals who are familiar with the possible applicable safety hazards They are intended to deliver the desired production speed and finish quality for all commonly used coatings The spray gun must be set up as specified in the 3M Automatic HVLP Spray Gun Owner s Manual It has not been evaluated for other uses Explanation Of Signal Word Consequences WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation...

Page 4: ...else or place any part of your body in front of a spray nozzle Check spray equipment for damage and proper function before use Repair replace worn damaged or malfunctioning components Always wear appropriate approved personal protective equipment for eye skin respiratory and hearing protection per the applicable MSDS and material container labels at all times when spraying To reduce the risks asso...

Page 5: ...structions in the applicable owner s manual Ensure air input pressure and all applicator system regulators are properly adjusted prior to each use Always follow required air pressure relief procedures for relieving air pressure from the unit To reduce the risks associated with compression spring release Maintain a firm grip on fluid adjustment knob when removing To reduce the risks associated with...

Page 6: ...azards can occur from equipment misuse Any misuse of the equipment or accessories such as over pressurizing modifying parts using incompatible chemicals and fluids or using worn or damaged parts can cause serious bodily injury fire explosion or property damage Please read and follow all Safety Statements and Instructions Contents Unpacking Remove the components from the box Inspect for concealed d...

Page 7: ...onary or reciprocator mounting applications 3M Series 56 HVLP Automatic Spray Gun 3M Series 56ZZ HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Zinc All Series 56 HVLP Automatic Spray Guns are bleeder spray guns with dual air inlets for separate control of atomization and fan air pressures These spray guns are available with an aluminum gun body or a composite gun body with composite wetted components for zinc compatib...

Page 8: ...spray guns are available with a composite gun body with composite wetted components for zinc compatibility The technical specifications include 10 cfm air consumption 1 1 reduction ratio air inlet connection and a 10 psi maximum inlet air pressure These guns are most commonly used for robotic and remote control applications 3M Series 57UL HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Ultralight All 57UL Series HVLP Au...

Page 9: ...8 Spray Gun Installation Guidelines 3M Series 52 HVLP Automatic Spray Gun 3M Series 55 HVLP Automatic Spray Gun 3 ...

Page 10: ...9 Spray Gun Installation Guidelines cont 3M Series 56 HVLP Automatic Spray Gun 3M Series 57 HVLP Automatic Spray Gun ...

Page 11: ...c Spray Gun Connection Diagram Mounting Hole Fan Control Fluid Control Atomizing Air Inlet Trigger Air Inlet Fluid Inlet Plug Fluid Inlet Fluid Inlet Series 52 901 Single Fluid Inlet Adjustable Fluid Control Series 52 902 Dual Fluid Inlet Adjustable Fluid Control Series 52 904 Dual Fluid Inlet Non Adjustable Fluid Control 3 ...

Page 12: ...Gun Use cont 3M Series 55 HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Connection Diagram Trigger Air Inlet Fluid Inlet Plug Fluid Control Fan Control Atomizing Air Inlet Mounting Hole Series 55 901 Series Single Fluid Inlet Adjustable Fluid Control ...

Page 13: ...m Mounting Hole Fan Control Fluid Control Atomizing Air Inlet Trigger Air Inlet Fluid Inlet Plug Fluid Inlet Fluid Inlet Series 55ZZ 2 Dual Fluid Inlet Adjustable Fluid Control Series 55ZZ 3 Single Fluid Inlet Non Adjustable Fluid Control Series 55ZZ 4 Dual Fluid Inlet Non Adjustable Fluid Control 3 ...

Page 14: ...g Air Inlet Trigger Air Inlet Fluid Control Plug Fluid Inlet Fluid Inlet Fluid Inlet Fan Control Air Port Fan Control Air Port Fan Control Air Port Series 56 901 Single Fluid Inlet Adjustable Fluid Control Series 56 902 Dual Fluid Inlet Adjustable Fluid Control Series 56 904 Dual Fluid Inlet Non Adjustable Fluid Control ...

Page 15: ...se cont 3M Series 56ZZ HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Connection Diagram Mounting Hole Atomizing Air Inlet Trigger Air Inlet Fluid Control Fluid Inlet Fluid Inlet Fan Control Air Port Series 56ZZ 2 Dual Fluid Inlet Adjustable Fluid Control 3 ...

Page 16: ...izing Air Inlet Atomizing Air Inlet Trigger Air Inlet Fluid Control Plug Fluid Inlet Fluid Inlet Fan Air Control Series 57 901 Single Fluid Inlet Adjustable Fluid Control Series 57 902 Dual Fluid Inlet Adjustable Fluid Control Series 57 904 Dual Fluid Inlet Non Adjustable Fluid Control Atomizing Air Inlet Fluid Inlet ...

Page 17: ... Inlet Plug Series 57ZZ 1 Single Fluid Inlet Adjustable Fluid Control Series 57ZZ 2 Dual Fluid Inlet Adjustable Fluid Control Series 57ZZ 3 Single Fluid Inlet Non Adjustable Fluid Control Atomizing Air Inlet Atomizing Air Inlet Fluid Inlet Fluid Inlet Atomizing Air Inlet Fluid Control Fan Air Control Trigger Air Inlet 3 ...

Page 18: ... Fluid Control 57UL 2 Series Dual Fluid Inlet Adjustable Fluid Control 57UL 3 Series Single Fluid Inlet Non Adjustable Fluid Control 57UL 4 Series Dual Fluid Inlet Non Adjustable Fluid Control Plug Atomizing Air Inlet Plug Atomizing Air Inlet Atomizing Air Inlet Fluid Inlet Atomizing Air Inlet Fluid Inlet Fluid Inlet Fluid Control Fan Air Control Mounting Hole ...

Page 19: ...nter clockwise one full rotation The fan adjustment will allow you to spray from a small round to a full fan pattern The pattern can also be changed from vertical to horizontal by rotating the air cap a turn Note The small round pattern can be achieved by closing down the fan adjustment Spray Technique 1 To achieve the best results when spraying material keep the spray gun perpendicular to the sur...

Page 20: ...cone can contaminate your entire finishing department The following illustrations identify the spray gun lubrication points 3M Series 52 3M Series 55 3M Series 56 3M Series 57 General System Maintenance Relieve the pressure from the spray gun before servicing 1 Turn off the air supply to the spray gun 2 Disconnect air line from the spray gun Clean the fluid and air line filters daily Check for any...

Page 21: ...triggering the spray gun 5 Remove the retaining ring and air cap 6 Unscrew the fluid needle tip with fingers 7 Dip the end of a soft bristle brush into a compatible solvent Do not continuously soak the brush s bristles with solvent and do not use a wire brush 8 Clean the front of the spray gun using a soft bristle brush and solvent 9 Scrub the retaining ring air cap and fluid nozzle with a soft br...

Page 22: ...21 3M Series 52 HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Parts Identification 2 2 ...

Page 23: ...5 010 23 Piston Return Spring 24 Needle Return Spring 25 O Ring 26 Cylinder Cap Adjustable 27 Stainless Steel Ball UH 610 28 Compression Spring 95 013 29 Set Screw UH 691 5 Pack of 5 30 Jam Nut UH 824 31 Needle Adjustment Screw 95 007 32 Cylinder Cap Non Adjustable 95 071 33 Plug 95 077 34 Packing Nut 35 Compression Spring 36 Needle Guide 37 O Ring UH 1405 10 Pack of 10 38 O Ring UH 647 10 Pack of...

Page 24: ...23 3M Series 55 HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Parts Identification ...

Page 25: ...UH 824 17 Needle Adjustment Screw 95 032 18 O Ring 19 Air Manifold 95 030 20 Set Screw UH 612 5 Pack of 5 21 Flat Head Screw 22 Air Inlet Fitting 23 Philips Pan Head Screw 24 Valve Seal Ball 25 Snap Ring 26 Fan Valve Body 95 014 27 O Ring 28 Hex Jam Nut 29 Valve Stem 95 036 30 Plug 95 077 31 O Ring UH 1405 10 Pack of 10 32 Needle Guide 33 Compression Spring 34 Packing Nut 35 Seal Nut 36 Teflon Sea...

Page 26: ...25 3M Series 55ZZ HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Parts Identification ...

Page 27: ... of 5 15 Jam Nut UH 824 16 Needle Adjustment Screw 95 032 17 Cylinder Cap Non Adjustable 95 080 18 O Ring 19 Air Manifold 95 030 20 Set Screw UH 612 5 Pack of 5 21 Flat Head Screw 22 Air Inlet Fitting 23 Philips Pan Head Screw 24 Valve Seal Ball 26 Fan Valve Body 95 014 27 O Ring 28 Hex Jam Nut 29 Valve Stem 95 036 30 Plug 95 077 D 31 Fluid Inlet Fitting 80 932 32 Fluid Needle Packing 91 139 33 Pa...

Page 28: ...27 3M Series 56 HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Parts Identification ...

Page 29: ... UH 612 5 Pack of 5 16 Needle Return Spring 17 Cylinder Cap Adjustable 18 Jam Nut UH 824 19 Needle Adjustment Screw 95 032 20 Stainless Steel Ball UH 610 21 Compression Spring 95 013 22 Set Screw UH 691 5 Pack of 5 23 Compression Spring 24 Cylinder Cap Non Adjustable 95 082 25 Plug 95 077 26 O Ring UH 1405 10 Pack of 10 27 Needle Guide 28 Compression Spring 29 Packing Nut 30 Seal Nut 95 016 31 Tef...

Page 30: ...29 3M Series 56ZZ HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Parts Identification ...

Page 31: ...embly 95 048 XXXD 12 Mounting Bracket 95 037 13 Screw 14 Set Screw UH 612 5 Pack of 5 15 Needle Return Spring 16 Cylinder Cap Adjustable 17 Jam Nut 95 089 18 Needle Adjustment Screw 95 032 19 Stainless Steel Ball UH 610 20 Compression Spring 95 013 21 Set Screw UH 691 5 Pack of 5 22 Needle Fluid Packing 91 139 23 Packing Nut 91 023 D 24 Seal Nut 95 016 D 25 Teflon Seal 95 020 2 Pack of 2 26 Seal H...

Page 32: ...31 3M Series 57 HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Parts Identification ...

Page 33: ...linder Cap Adjustable 18 Jam Nut UH 824 19 Needle Adjustment Screw 95 032 20 Stainless Steel Ball UH 610 21 Compression Spring 95 013 22 Set Screw UH 691 5 Pack of 5 23 Cylinder Cap Non Adjustable 95 082 24 Plug 95 077 25 O Ring UH 1405 10 Pack of 10 26 Needle Guide 27 Compression Spring 28 Packing Nut 29 Seal Nut 95 016 30 Teflon Seal 95 020 2 Pack of 2 31 Seal Housing 95 017 32 O Ring UH 647 10 ...

Page 34: ...33 3M Series 57ZZ HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Parts Identification ...

Page 35: ...eturn Spring 16 Cylinder Cap Adjustable 17 Jam Nut 95 089 18 Needle Adjustment Screw 95 032 19 Stainless Steel Ball UH 610 20 Compression Spring 95 013 21 Set Screw UH 691 5 Pack of 5 22 Cylinder Cap Non Adjustable 95 080 23 Plug 95 077 D 24 Needle Fluid Packing 91 139 25 Packing Nut 91 023 D 26 Seal Nut 95 016 D 27 Teflon Seal 95 020 2 Pack of 2 28 Seal Housing 95 017 29 O Ring UH 647 10 Pack of ...

Page 36: ...35 3M Series 57UL HVLP Automatic Spray Gun Parts Identification ...

Page 37: ...less Steel Needle Shaft 95 033 16 Needle Return Spring 17 Cylinder Cap Adjustable 18 Jam Nut 95 089 19 Needle Adjustment Screw 95 032 20 Stainless Steel Ball UH 610 21 Compression Spring 95 013 22 Set Screw UH 691 5 Pack of 5 23 Cylinder Cap Non Adjustable 95 080 24 Plug 95 077 D 25 Needle Fluid Packing 91 139 26 Packing Nut 91 023 D 27 Seal Nut 95 016 D 28 Teflon Seal 95 020 2 Pack of 2 29 Seal H...

Page 38: ... Nozzle Set 91 143 061DT 072 1 8mm Replacement Tips 91 107 072 4 Pack of 4 Standard Tip Nozzle Set 91 143 072DT 084 2 0mm Replacement Tips 91 107 084 4 Pack of 4 Standard Tip Nozzle Set 91 143 084DT 110 3 0mm Replacement Tips 91 107 110 4 Pack of 4 Standard Tip Nozzle Set 91 143 110DT Air Cap Air Cap Number Description Replacement PN 2 Aluminum Air Cap 91 071 2 3 Aluminum Air Cap 91 071 3 4 Alumin...

Page 39: ...dle Assembly 95 048 036D Delrin Fluid Nozzle 91 148 036 043 1 1mm Full Delrin Needle Assembly 95 048 043D Delrin Fluid Nozzle 91 148 043 051 1 3mm Full Delrin Needle Assembly 95 048 051D Delrin Fluid Nozzle 91 148 051 061 1 5mm Full Delrin Needle Assembly 95 048 061D Delrin Fluid Nozzle 91 148 061 072 1 8mm Full Delrin Needle Assembly 95 048 072D Delrin Fluid Nozzle 91 148 072 084 2 0mm Full Delri...

Page 40: ... or dust on surface Tack wipe before spray Material is contaminated Change or strain Mottled Looking Surface Coating too thin Use less thinner Coats too wet Use less thinner Improper spray technique Ensure gun is parallel to work No Paint Flow Clogged fluid nozzle Clean fluid nozzle Loss of fluid pressure Out of paint Clogged air passage Clean with solvent Restriction in mat l hose Flush with solv...

Page 41: ...e purchaser in advance Except as written above 3M MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE The purchaser is responsible for determining whether the 3M spray equipment is fit for any particular purpose intended Limitation of Liability The remedies set forth above a...

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