Graco 3A0591U Ram Packages Manual De Usuario

NOTE: The following instructions are a basic procedure 
for cleaning a sanitary ram.

•

Be sure to follow your national and state sanitary 
standard codes and local regulations.

•

Use appropriate cleaning and disinfecting agents, at 
intervals appropriate for product processed.

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Follow cleaning product manufacturer’s instructions.

1.

Remove the pump from the fluid container. Operate 
it to pump out as much fluid as possible.

2.

Flush the system thoroughly with an appropriate 
cleaning solution.

3.

Set the inflatable seal valve (BJ) to deflate.

4.

Set the director valve (BC) to UP to raise the ram 
plate.

5.

If needed, use air assist (BG) to help lift the ram 
plate.

6.

Raise the ram plate until it is completely out of the 
drum. Remove the empty drum.

7.

Disconnect inflatable seal supply air.

8.

Pull the inflatable seal down to remove. Clean and 
sanitize the seal.

NOTE: Discoloration of the inflatable seal is normal. 
Replace the inflatable seal if the surface is compromised 
due to excessive wear, tears, cuts, or gouges.

9.

Set the director valve to DOWN. Lower the ram 
plate.

10. Follow the Pressure Relief Procedure, page 14.

11. Disconnect all remaining air and fluid hoses, and 

remove air inlet and exhaust fittings.

12. Remove and clean the pump.

NOTE: The pump must be disassembled to thoroughly 
clean it. See your separate pump manual for complete 
flushing and cleaning procedures for a sanitary pump. 
Any damaged rubber parts must be replaced as they 
could harbor microorganisms that can contaminate the 
fluid.

13. Remove, clean, and sanitize the clamps (12, 13), 

ram plate (5) and seal (8). 

14. Remove the air motor cover. Open the control box 

door. Wipe out any residual cleaning fluid or mois-
ture.

15. Clean external surfaces of all parts before

reassembly.