Maintenance
5-4
Part 1107600_03
2014 Nordson Corporation
Cleaning the Melter
To prevent components from overheating due to heat build‐up or loss of air
circulation, regularly remove any hot melt that collects on the exterior of the
melter, hoses, and guns.
If hot melt inadvertently spills inside the melter's interior spaces, the side
panels can be removed in order to clean out the spilled hot melt.
WARNING! Risk of electrocution and fire! Do not clean the melter with a
direct stream of water or steam. Use only water or an appropriate,
non‐flammable cleaning solution that is applied using a clean cloth. Cleaning
the melter using a direct stream of water or steam or a flammable solvent can
result in property damage and personal injury, including death.
To clean the exterior of the melter
Use only cleaning compounds that are compatible with polyester.
Apply cleaning compounds using a soft cloth.
Do not use pointed or sharp tools to clean the exterior surface.
To remove and replace the exterior panels
See Figure 5‐2. The side panels have one
1
/
2
‐turn fastener and the back
base panel has two
1
/
2
‐turn fasteners. The back base panel must be
removed before the surrounding base panel can be removed.
1. De‐energize the melter. Refer to Section 1, Safety.
2. Use a 4 mm (
5
/
32
‐inch) hex‐head wrench to turn the
1
/
2
‐turn fasteners
counterclockwise.
3. Remove the panels as shown, disconnecting all ground wires as needed.
4. Reverse steps 2-3 to reinstall panels.
To clean the electrical enclosure
After panels are removed, inspect the fan area and ensure that the air
flow path for both side panels is clear. Remove excessive dust from
inside the cabinet.