How to Start Up & Shut Down Your Spray Foam Equipment

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Follow Nate, lead equipment tech at Oak Ridge Foam & Coating Systems Inc., for a step-by-step overview of how to startup and shut down a Winco Generator and spray foam rig. 

Start Up the Spray Foam Equipment 

  1. Turn your Winco generator power switch on. It takes about 10-15 seconds for the display panel screen to load.
  2. After the screen is done loading, turn it on manual mode. Let the generator run for a few minutes without any load to get it warmed up. 
  3. After the warm up, flip all your breakers on.
  4. After the generator is fired up, head into the trailer and turn the machine on. 
  5. Turn on the hose heat.
  6. It takes about 25 minutes for the hoses to reach the right temperature, so now is the time to prepare the spray area by laying down plastic, removing debris, etc. 
  7. Once the hoses are heated, turn the main primary heaters on. 
  8. Plug your transfer pumps in. 
  9. Flip the supply levers to the open position.
  10. Pressurize up your machine.
  11. Make sure your machine is balanced. 
  12. Do an offshoot.

Shut Down the Spray Foam Equipment

  1. Turn the heaters off on the front of your machine. 
  2. Close your supply valves. 
  3. Hit the park button before further shut down. 
  4. Turn the pressure valves on the front of the machine to zero.
  5. Turn off your main power.
  6. Unplug your transfer pumps.
  7. Shut all breakers off on your generator and hit the red off button.
  8. Shut the controller power switch off to avoid a dead battery. 

Pro Tips For Using Your Spray Foam Rig & Equipment

  • Let the generator and equipment cool before storing. 
  • Inspect the generator and spray foam rig for any signs of wear, damage, or leaks to address issues right away and avoid  potential safety issues. 
  • Perform regular maintenance to prevent breakdowns and ensure longevity. 
  • Always wear protective gear when working with the equipment, including gloves, goggles, ventilation, and hearing protection. 

If you’re looking for high-quality spray foam equipment and custom-built spray rights, the experienced team at Oak Ridge Foam & Coating Systems, Inc. is here to help. We work with spray foam insulation and polyurea coating applicators and contractors all over the United States. 

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