EQUIPMENT

Operation Manual AD988558

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER AND/OR OPERATOR TO PROPERLY USE AND MAINTAIN THIS
EQUIPMENT. CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
If the operator is not fluent in English, the instructions and warnings shall be read and discussed in the operators native
language, making sure the operator comprehends the contents.
This equipment complies with OSHA Standards where applicable.
SEP - 2004
This manual contains IMPORTANT WARNINGS and INSTRUCTIONS. READ AND RETAIN FOR REFERENCE.
Loctite Pressure Rams
Part Numbers
988536 Twin Post Ram, Carbon Steel, 55 Gal.
988539 Single Post Ram, Carbon Steel, 5 Gal.
988541 Twin Post Ram, Inert, 55 Gal.
988542 Single Post Ram, Inert, 5 Gal.
988551 Low Level Cut-Off, 55 Gal.
988553 Chimeless Drum Kit, 55 Gal.
Copyright 2004
Printed in U.S.A.
Form 403505
DO NOT exceed the stated maximum working pressure of the equipment or of the lowest rated component in your
system.
DO NOT alter or modify any part of this equipment.
DO NOT operate this equipment with combustible gas.
DO NOT attempt to repair or disassemble the equipment while the system is pressurized.
TIGHTEN all fluid connections securely before using this equipment.
ALWAYS read and follow the fluid manufacturers recommendations regarding fluid compatibility, and the use of protective
clothing and equipment.
CHECK all equipment regularly and repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
IMPORTANT: Failure to heed these warnings including misuse, overpressurizing, modifying parts, using incompatible
chemicals and fluids, or using worn or damaged parts, may result in equipment damage and/or serious personal injury,
fire, explosion, or property damage.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Air Pressure: 150 psig
Priming Pressure @100 Psig: 3 psig
Raised Height: 103"

Lowered Height: 68-7/ 8
Base Dimensions: 36 x 24"
DESCRIPTION
The Twin Post Pressure Ram provides priming assistance
when dispensing highly viscous materials.
The dual lip follower wipes the container wall clean and
prevents material from extruding past the follower in the
rolled chime areas and in areas with slightly dented
surfaces.
Vertical movement is controlled by a manual four-way air
valve. Directly above the four-way valve is a pushbutton valve
which, when depressed, directs air to the underside of the
follower to assist in its withdrawal from the drum. Below the
four-way valve is an air regulator to regulate the priming
pressure.
OPERATION
To lower the pressure primer into a drum, loosen the
priming probe located in the pump flange. Then, rotate the
four-way valve handle downward to direct compressed air
above the twin air pistons, lowering the follower. After all air
has escaped from beneath the follower, tighten the probe.
Adjust the air regulator on the pressure primer to set the
priming pressure. Use only enough air pressure to allow
the pump to prime. Excessive air pressure will cause the
material in the drum to extrude past the follower rings. The
regulator controls only the priming pressure and does not
regulate the pressure to extract the follower.
To remove the follower from the drum, rotate the four-way
valve handle upward. Depress the pushbutton valve to
provide an air assist under the follower. Without this air
assist, a vacuum forms under the follower, retarding upward
movement.
The four-way valve has a positive neutral position which
permits stopping the follower in any position. The follower
will remain in position even if the airline is disconnected.
Part No.s 988536 & 988541
TWIN POST PRESSURE RAMS
55 Gallon Container Size
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TWIN POST PRESSURE RAM
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TWIN POST PRESSURE RAM
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TWIN POST PRESSURE RAM
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TWIN POST PRESSURE RAM
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Air Valve
(Item 43)
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TWIN POST PRESSURE RAM
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TWIN POST PRESSURE RAM
Item Part No. Part No. Item Part No. Part No.
No. Description Qty. 988536 988541 No. Description Qty. 988536 988541
1 Baseplate 1 AD272862 AD272862 35 Spring 1 AD55244 AD55244
2 Hex Head Screw 5 AD272855 AD272855 36 Angle Body (45 degrees) 1 AD20028 AD20028
(1/2-13 x 3) 37 Air Nipple 1 AD244870 AD244870
3 Clamp Weldment 4 AD272917 AD272917 38 Manual Valve 1 AD237588 AD237588
4 Hex Head Screw 4 AD50068 AD50068 39 Nipple 1 AD10462 AD10462
(1/2-13 x 1-1/4) 40 Pressure Gauge 1 AD247843 AD247843
5 Lock Washer 7 AD66092 AD66092 41 Air Regulator 1 AD602003 AD602003
6 Hex Nut (1/2-13) 11 AD51085 AD51085 42 Pipe Plug (1/4 NPTF) 1 AD67359 AD67359
7 Strap 2 AD360615 AD360615 43 Air Valve 1 AD83784 AD83784
8 Socket Head Screw 2 AD50844 AD50844 44 Muffler 1 AD241691 AD241691
(1/4-20 x 3/8) 45 Screw 4 AD50051 AD50051
9 S-hook 2 AD68592 AD68592 (4-way valve mounting)
10 Pin 1 AD16530 AD16530 46 Tube Fitting 4 AD243699 AD243699
11 Chain 1 AD68593 AD68593 (1/4T x 1/8P elbow)
12 Hex Jam Nut (3/4-16) 4 AD51017 AD51017 47 Tube 1 AD272916 AD272916
13 Lock Washer 4 AD66193 AD66193 (1/4" polyurethane x 11")
14 Support Beam 1 AD272850 AD272850 48 Tube 1 AD272915 AD272915
15 Washer 2 AD272858 AD272858 (1/4" polyurethane x 38")
16 Retaining Ring 2 AD244997 AD244997 49 Valve Assembly 1 AD93502 AD93502
17 U-cup Wiper 2 AD272860 AD272860 50 Packing 1 AD34143 AD34143
18 Bushing 2 AD272857 AD272857 51 Spring 1 AD55161 AD55161
19 O-ring (Nitrile) 2 AD34414 AD34414 52 Valve Body 1 AD14469 AD14469
20 Piston Rod 2 AD272851 AD272851 53 Hex Head Screw 2 AD50142 AD50142
21 Gasket (Neoprene) 4 AD34340 AD34340 (5/16-24 x 1-1/4)
22 Spacer 2 AD272852 AD272852 54 Channel Assembly 1 AD93604 AD93604
23 Piston Cup 2 AD272856 AD272856 55 Shaft Collar 2 AD272967 AD272967
24 Piston Guide 2 AD272859 AD272859 56 Support Bracket Assembly 1 AD93603 AD93603
25 Spacer 2 AD272854 AD272854 57 Lock Washer 2 AD66246 AD66246
26 Tie Rod 2 AD272853 AD272853 58 Hex Head Screw 2 AD50139 AD50139
27 Follower Gasket 1 AD33072 AD33072 (5/16-24 x 3/4)
28 Adapter Union 1 AD249251 AD249251 59 Hex Head Screw 1 AD50029 AD50029
29 Line Check 1 AD83995 AD273767 (5/16-24 x 1)
30 Pipe Plug (1" NPTF) 1 AD67346 AD273786 60 Priming Plug 1 AD93075 AD273783
31 Follower Plate Weldment 1 AD272905 AD273784 61 Gland Nut 1 AD13266 AD13266
32 Follower Wiper Clamp 2 AD272914 AD272914 62 O-ring (EPDM) 1 (Note #1) (Note #1)
33 Follower Wiper (EPDM) 1 (Note #1) (Note #1) 63 Adapter Plate 1 AD91629 AD273782
34 Hose Assembly (3/16" ID) 1 AD237172 AD237172
Note: 1. Included in Repair Kit No. 988727
PARTS LIST FOR TWIN POST PRESSURE RAMS
Optional Repair Kit No. 989102 available for petroleum based products.
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Part No. 988551
LOW LEVEL CUT-OFF KIT
FOR TWIN POST PRESSURE RAMS
OPERATION
A Low Level Cut-Off is used to shut off the air supply to the
pump airmotor when the follower nears the bottom of the
material drum, thus preventing air from being pumped into
the material supply line.
The Low Level Cut-Off uses a quick acting air valve which is
actuated through the vertical travel of the follower assembly.
The valve is mounted on an adjustable plate and contacts
the rim of the material drum as the follower approaches the
drum bottom.
Once having been tripped, the valve will remain closed until
it is manually reset. This assures that the pump cannot
operate during drum changes.
INSTALLATION
Assemble parts as shown:
1) Assemble Mounting Plate (Item 10) to the tie rod of the
Twin Post Ram with the U-bolt (Item 1), Washers (Item 3)
and Nuts (Item 4).
Position the Mounting Plate (Item 10) so that the top of
the bracket is directly beneath the channel assembly of
the Twin Post Ram.
Bracket should be turned on the tie rod so that the lever
arm of the Valve (Item 8) is deflected upward by the rim of
the drum when the follower nears the bottom of the
drum.
2) Assemble Air Hose (Item 7) into air inlet of the pump
airmotor.
3) Install air hose from air regulator of main air supply line
into air inlet of the Valve (Item 8).
Item Part
No. Description Qty. No.
1 U-bolt 2 AD63103
2 Truss Head Screw (1/4-20 x 1/2) 2 AD50305-1
3 Lockwasher 10 AD68495
4 Hex Nut (1/4-20) 10 AD51010
5 U-bolt 2 AD63074
6 Street Elbow 1 AD67062
7 Hose Assembly 1 AD237152
8 Quick-acting Valve 1 AD69228
9 Bracket 1 AD360805
10 Mounting Plate 1 AD360760
PARTS LIST
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2
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4
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6
Airmotor
Coupler
Airmotor
Tie Rod of Twin
Post Ram
7
NOTE: Handle must
be free to move into
position as shown.
8
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10
Air Inlet 3/4 NPTF
Channel
Assembly
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1) Remove existing hold-down straps
from Twin Post Ram and replace
with 988553 Chimeless Drum Kit.
NOTE: Front and rear straps are
identical.
2) Adjust height of strap brackets so
that top rim of drum is firmly
gripped by the grooves in the drum
hold-downs.
PN 988553
CHIMELESS DRUM KIT
FOR TWIN POST PRESSURE RAM
Item Part
No. Description Qty. No.
1 Strap 2 AD238366
2 Drum Hold-down 2 AD40817
3 Locknut (5/16-18) 4 AD51057
4 Flat Head Screw (5/16-18 x 1) 4 AD50813
PARTS LIST
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2
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4
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Part No.s 988539 & 988542
SINGLE POST PRESSURE RAMS
SPECIFICATIONS
Size - 21-3/4" x 21-3/4" x 42-1/4" height
Elevator travel - 17"
Operating air pressure - 30-150 psi
Normal air pressure required for pressure primer - 40 psi
Normal air pressure required for follower extraction - 60 psi
The Single Post Rams are equipped with a four-way valve which permits the air supply to be coupled to the unit at all times.
An air regulator and gauge (supplied by customer) is recommended between main air supply line and pump.
TO INSTALL HIGH VISCOSITY PASTE PUMPTUBES TO SINGLE POST PRESSURE RAM
Insert pumptube through support bracket and follower until the end of pumptube rests on base. Tighten the three follower
screws and the pump support securely.
OPERATION
IMPORTANT: Be sure Four-Way valve handle is in the center position before attaching air supply line to Pressure Primer.
1. Move valve handle to the "counter-clockwise" (raise position). This lifts the pump high enough that a container of
material may be positioned beneath the pump and the follower. Place container on base between the three lock-down
clamps and turn the cam assembly to clamp container securely in place.
2. Remove the Vent Plug from the follower.
3. Move the handle to the "clockwise" (lower position). This relieves air pressure from the top of the air cylinder and directs
it to the bottom of the cylinder. The pump and follower lower into the container and apply pressure priming force on top
of the material in the container. This forces any air which may be trapped beneath the follower to escape through the
vent plug or probe opening. Replace the vent plug or probe. When material is being pumped, the valve handle should
be left in the "clockwise" (lower position) to assist the pumping action. However, the air pressure should be held below
the point that would be required for a heavier material than for a lighter material.
NOTE:
The Pressure Ram can be stopped in any position by moving the Four-Way Valve handle to the "center" position. If the valve
handle is moved to the "center" position when the Pressure Ram is in the raised position, the air line can be removed and
the Pressure Ram will remain up. The valve handle should always be moved to the "center" position when Pressure Ram
is not in use.
TO PRIME PUMP
Open bleeder plug in pump outlet body. Connect air supply line to airmotor to start pump operating. Four-way valve handle
of Pressure Ram should be in the "clockwise" (lower position). Continue operating pump until material flows from bleeder
plug opening. Disconnect air supply line from airmotor to shut off pump and tighten bleeder plug. Connect air supply line to
airmotor again and open control valve at the end of the delivery hose. Continue operating pump until material flows freely
from control valve. Pump is now fully primed. If material does not flow freely, it is an indication that an air pocket may be
trapped in the follower casting cavity. Remove vent plug from the follower to expel air pocket.
TO REMOVE EMPTY CONTAINER
The Rams have an air assist valve to aid in withdrawing the follower from the container. Leave the vent plug or probe
screwed in, move the valve handle to the "counter-clockwise" (raise position) to raise the unit at the same time manually
depress the button of the air assist valve to direct air beneath the follower. The lock-down clamps hold container, permitting
the follower to be pulled free.
5 GALLON CONTAINER SIZE
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SINGLE POST PRESSURE RAM
Lock-Down
Clamp
(3 Places)
Air Assist
Valve
Four-Way
Valve
Cam Assembly
Follower
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SINGLE POST PRESSURE RAM
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** 1/8 O.D. x .026 wall, Nylon tubing.
Min. burst pressure - 400 psi.
Min. working pressure - 150 psi.
Cut to required length.
NOTE: Apply a film of grease
to rod and piston before
reassembling.
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SINGLE POST PRESSURE RAM
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SINGLE POST PRESSURE RAM
Item Part No. Part No. Item Part No. Part No.
No. Description Qty. 988539 988542 No. Description Qty. 988539 988542
1 Tube Connector 4 AD242941 AD242941 28 O-ring (Nitrile) 2 AD34351 AD34351
2 Hex Head Screw 4 AD50006 AD50006 29 Cylinder End 1 AD40603 AD40603
(1/4-20 x 1/2) 30 Washer 2 AD48212 AD48212
3 Bracket 1 AD237869 AD237869 31 Hex Head Screw 1 AD50089 AD50089
4 Socket Head Screw 4 AD50051 AD50051 (9/16-18 x 1)
(1/4-20 x 1-1/2) 32 Clamp Base 4 AD45955 AD45955
5 Bushing 1 AD10461 AD10461 33 Air Valve Assembly 1 AD83784 AD83784
6 Tube Connector 1 AD242944 AD242944 34 Outlet Adapter 1 AD11348 AD11348
7 Nut 6 AD51072 AD51072 35 Four-way Valve 1 AD237588 AD237588
8 Hex Head Screw 2 AD50070 AD50070 36 Valve Assembly 1 AD90659 AD90659
(5/8-18 x 1-1/2) 37 Packing (Nitrile) 1 AD34143 AD34143
9 Locknut (1/4-20) 4 AD51412 AD51412 38 Check Spring 1 AD55161 AD55161
10 Tie Rod 4 AD14466 AD14466 39 Valve Body 1 AD14469 AD14469
11 Clamp Top 3 AD45958 AD45958 40 Hex Head Screw 1 AD50128 AD50128
12 Hex Head Screw 6 AD50030 AD50030 (3/8-16 x 2 Grade 5)
(5/16-18 x 1) 41 Hex Nut (3/8-16) 1 AD51005 AD51005
13 Base 1 AD46008 AD46008 42 Bracket Assembly 1 AD92271 AD92271
14 Hex Nut (5/16-18) 4 AD51026 AD51026 43 Tube Connector 1 AD66415 AD66415
15 Spacer 2 AD14877 AD14877 44 Line Check 1 AD83995 AD273767
16 Hex Head Screw 1 AD50090 AD50090 45 Adapter 1 AD16487 AD273771
(9/16-18 x 2) 46 Packing Washer 2 AD48039 AD273774
17 Support Tube and 1 AD93439 AD93439 47 Hex Nut (1/2-13) 3 AD51014 AD51014
Bracket Assembly 48 O-ring (EPDM) 2 (Note #1) (Note #1)
18 Support Casting 1 AD40602 AD40602 49 Hex Head Screw 3 AD50016 AD50016
19 Cam Bolt 1 AD14864 AD14864 (5/16-18 x 3/4)
20 Cam Assembly 1 AD92612 AD92612 50 Tee Handle Plug 1 AD91796 AD273775
21 Hex Jam Nut (5/16-18) 7 AD51022 AD51022 51 Follower Casting 1 AD40492 AD273770
22 O-ring (Nitrile) 2 AD34230 AD34230 52 Gasket 1 AD33088 AD33088
23 O-ring (Nitrile) 1 AD34358 AD34358 53 Hex Locknut (1/4-20) 8 AD51304 AD51304
24 Piston and Rod Assembly 1 AD92268 AD92268 54 Wiper Ring 1 AD360641 AD360641
25 Street Elbow 2 AD67325 AD67325 55 Follower Wiper Blade 1 (Note #1) (Note #1)
26 Air Nipple 1 AD633104 AD633104 (EPDM)
27 Tube 1 AD61535 AD61535 56 Wiper Plate 1 AD273769 AD273747
PARTS LIST FOR SINGLE POST PRESSURE RAMS
Note: 1. Included in Repair Kit No. 989100
Optional Repair Kit No. 989101 available for petroleum based products.
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WARRANTY
Henkel expressly warrants that all products referred to in this Instruction Manual for (Item 988536 Twin Post Ram, 988539
Single Post Ram, 988541 Twin Post Ram, 988542 Single Post Ram, 988551 Low-Level Cut-off, 988553 Chimeless Drum Kit)
(hereafter called Products) shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship. Liability for Henkel shall be limited, as
its option, to replacing those Products which are shown to be defective in either materials or workmanship or to credit the
purchaser the amount of the purchase price thereof (plus freight and insurance charges paid therefor by the user). The
purchasers sole and exclusive remedy for breach of warranty shall be such replacement or credit.
A claim of defect in materials or workmanship in any Products shall be allowed only when it is submitted in writing within one
month after discovery of the defect or after the time the defect should reasonably have been discovered and in any event, within
(12) months after the delivery of the Products to the purchaser. This warranty does not apply to perishable items, such as seals,
wipers, fuses, filters, etc. No such claim shall be allowed in respect of products which have been neglected or improperly
stored, transported, handled, installed, connected, operated, used or maintained. In the event of unauthorized modification of
the Products including, where products, parts or attachments for use in connection with the Products are available from
Henkel, the use of products, parts or attachments which are not manufactured by Henkel, no claim shall be allowed.
No Products shall be returned to Henkel for any reason without prior written approval from Henkel. Products shall be returned
freight prepaid, in accordance with instructions from Henkel.
NO WARRANTY IS EXTENDED TO ANY EQUIPMENT WHICH HAS BEEN ALTERED, MISUSED, NEGLECTED, OR DAMAGED
BY ACCIDENT, OR IF THE SYSTEM WAS USED TO DISPENSE ANY LIQUID MATERIAL OTHER THAN HENKEL PRODUCTS.
EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED IN THIS SECTION, HENKEL MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND
WHATSOEVER, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS.
ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND OTHER WARRANTIES OF WHAT-
EVER KIND (INCLUDING AGAINST PATENT OR TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY HENKEL AND
WAIVED BY THE PURCHASER.
THIS SECTION SETS FORTH EXCLUSIVELY ALL OF LIABILITY FOR HENKEL TO THE PURCHASER IN CONTRACT, IN TORT
OR OTHERWISE IN THE EVENT OF DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS.
WITHOUT LIMITATION OF THE FOREGOING, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT POSSIBLE UNDER APPLICABLE LAWS, HENKEL
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY IN
CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OR USE OF, OR OTHERWISE IN CONNECTION WITH, THE PRODUCTS, INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS AND SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER CAUSED
BY NEGLIGENCE FROM HENKEL OR OTHERWISE.
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Loctite is a registered trademark of Henkel Corporation, U.S.A . Copyright 2004. Henkel Corporation. All rights reserved. Data
in this operation manual is subject to change without notice.