This instruction manual covers safety aspects,
handling and transport, storage, unpacking,
preparation, installation, operation, adjustments,
maintenance, troubleshooting, repair work and
servicing plus parts list of the 3M-MaticTM
a80f-if-NA Infeed Conveyor.
3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes
3M Center, Building 220-5E-06
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
Edition June 2011
Copyright 3M 2011
All rights reserved
The manufacturer reserves the right to change
the product at any time without notice.
Replacement Parts and Service Information
To Our Customers:
This is the 3M-Matic™ equipment you ordered. It has been set up and tested in the factory.
If technical assistance or replacement parts are needed, call or fax the appropriate number.
Included with each machine is an Instructions and Parts List manual.
Technical Assistance / Replacement Parts and Additional Manuals:
Contact your service provider. Provide the customer support coordinator with the model/machine
name, machine type, and serial number that are located on the identifi cation plate
(For example: Model a80f-if - Type 11000 - Serial Number 13282).
Identifi cation Plate
For Commercial Use Only
3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes
3M Center, Building 220-5E-06
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
3M-Matic™, AccuGlide™ and Scotch™ are
Trademarks of
3M St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
Printed in U.S.A.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
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Cover Page
Table of Contents .................................................................................................................. i - iii
Acronyms and Abbreviations ................................................................................................. iv
11.2 Electric Diagrams ............................................................................................................ 27
11.3 Spare Parts / Ordering .................................................................................................... 28 - 29
Drawings and Parts Lists ....................................................................................................... 31 - End of Manual
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ABBREVIA TIONS AND ACRONYMS
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS, ACRONYMS
3M-Matic - Trademark of 3M St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
AccuGlide - Trademark of 3M St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
Scotch - Trademark of 3M St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
Drw. - drawing
Ex. - for example
Figure - exploded view fi gure no. (spare parts)
Figure - Illustration
Max. - maximum
Min. - minimum
Nr. - number
N/A - not applicable
OFF - machine not operating
ON - machine operating
PLC - Programmable Logic Control
PP - Polypropylene
PU/PU Foam - Polyurethane Foam
PTFE - Polytetrafl ourethelene
PVC - Poly-vinyl chloride
W - Width
H - Height
L - Length
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1-INTRODUCTION
1.1 Manufacturing Specifi cations / Description / Intended Use
TM
The 3M-Matic
a80f-if Infeed Conveyor is designed to automatically gate individual boxes from a fl ooded
incoming line, and is specifi cally for use with the 3M-Matic™ a80f-if. The timer can be set before each
run to adjust for different box lengths.
3M-MaticTM a80f-if Infeed Conveyor, Type 11000
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1-INTRODUCTION (continued)
1.2 How to Read and Use the Instruction Manual
This instruction manual covers safety aspects,
handling and transport, storage, unpacking,
preparation, installation, operation, setup and
adjust- ments, technical and manufacturing
specifi cations, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair
work and servicing, electric diagrams, warranty information, disposal (ELV), a defi nition of symbols, plus
a parts list of the 3M-Matic
TM
a80f-if Infeed Conveyor
3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division 3M
Center, Bldg. 220-5E-06 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
(USA) / Edition June 2011 / Copyright 3M 2011 / All
rights reserved. The manufacturer reserves the right
to change the product at any time without notice.
The manual is an important part of the machine;
all information contained herein is intended to
enable the equipment to be maintained in perfect
condition and operated safely. Ensure that the
manual is available to all operators of this equipment
and is kept up to date with all subsequent amendments. Should the equipment be sold or disposed
of, please ensure that the manual is passed on.
Electrical and pneumatic diagrams are included in
the manual. Equipment using PLC controls and/or
electronic components will include relevant schematics or programs in the enclosure and in
addition, the relevant documentation will
be delivered separately.
1.2.2 Manual Maintenance
Keep the manual in a clean and dry place near the
machine. Do not remove, tear, or rewrite parts of the
manual for any reason. Use the manual without
damaging it. If the manual has been lost or damaged,
ask your after sale service for a new copy.
1.2.3 Consulting the Manual
The manual is composed of:
- Pages which identify the document and the machine
- Index of the subjects
- Instructions and notes on the machine
- Enclosures, drawings and diagrams
- Spare parts (last section)
All pages and diagrams are numbered.
The spare parts lists are identifi ed by the fi gure
identifi cation number. All the notes on safety measures
or possible dangers are identifi ed by the symbol:
1.2.4 How to Update the Manual in Case of
Modifi cations to the Machine
Modifi cations to the machine are subject to
manufacturer’s internal procedures. The user
receives a complete and up-to-date copy of the
manual together with the machine. Afterwards
the user may receive pages or parts of the
manual which contain amendments or
improvements made after its fi rst publication.
The user must use them to update this manual.
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2-GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1 Data Identifying Manufacturer and Machine
For Commercial Use Only
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2-GENERAL INFORMATION (continued)
2.2 Warranty
Equipment Warranty and Limited Remedy: THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, A CUSTOM OR
USAGE OF TRADE:
3M sells its 3M-Matic
™
a80f-if Powered Infeed Conveyor, Type 11000 with the following warranties:
1. The drive belts will be free from all defects for ninety (90) days after delivery.
2. All other parts will be free from all defects for two (2) years after delivery.
If any part is proved to be defective within its warranty period, then the exclusive remedy and 3M’s and seller’s
sole obligation shall be, at 3M’s option, to repair or replace the part, provided the defective part is returned
immediately to 3M’s factory or an authorized service station designated by 3M. A part will be presumed to have
become defective after its warranty period unless the part is received or 3M is notifi ed of the problem no later than fi ve (5) calendar days after the warranty period. If 3M is unable to repair or replace the part within a reasonable
time, then 3M at its option, will replace the equipment or refund the purchase price. 3M shall have no obligation
to provide or pay for the labor required to install the repaired or replacement part. 3M shall have no obligation
to repair or replace (1) those parts failing due to operator misuse, carelessness, or due to any accidental cause
other than equipment failure, or (2) parts failing due to non-lubrication, inadequate cleaning, improper operating
environment, improper utilities or operator error.
Limitation of Liability: 3M and seller shall not be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential
damages based upon breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict liability or any other legal theory.
The foregoing Equipment Warranty and Limited Remedy and Limitation of Liability may be changed only by a
written agreement signed by authorized offi cers of 3M and seller.
Contents – a80f-if Infeed Conveyor
(1) a80f-if Powered Infeed Conveyor, Type 11000
(1) Instruction and Parts Manual
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3-SAFETY
3.1 General Safety Information
Read all the instructions carefully before starting
work with the machine; please pay particular
attention to sections marked by the symbol:
E-STOP
3.2 Explanation of Signal Word and
Possible Consequences
This safety alert symbol identifi es
important messages in this manual.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THEM
BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION:
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate
injury and/or property damage.
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious
injury and/or property damage.
Figure 3-1
The machine is provided with a LATCHING
EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON (Figure 3-1);
when this button is pressed, it stops the machine
at any point in the working cycle. Maintain clear
access to power cord while machine is operating.
Disconnect plug from power source before machine
maintenance (Figure 3-1). Also disconnect air if the
machine has a pneumatic system. Keep this manual
in a handy place near the machine. This manual
contains information that will help you to maintain
the machine in a good and safe working condition.
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3-SAFETY (continued)
3.3 Table of Warnings
WARNING
• To reduce the risk associated with
mechanical and electrical hazards:
−Read, understand, and follow all safety and
operating instructions before operating or
servicing the Infeed Conveyor/Case Sealer.
−Allow only properly trained and qualifi ed
personnel to operate and service this
equipment.
Figure 3-2
WARNING
• To reduce the risk associated with
pinches, entanglement and hazardous
voltage:
−Turn electrical and air supply off and dis-
connect before performing any adjustments,
maintenance or servicing the machine.
WARNING
• To reduce the risk associated with
pinches and entanglement hazards:
−Do not leave the machine running while
unattended.
−Turn the machine and air supply off when
not in use.
−Never attempt to work on any part of the
machine while the machine is running.
Figure 3-3
Figure 3-4
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3-SAFETY (continued)
WARNING
• To reduce the risk associated with fi re
and explosion hazards:
− Do not operate this equipment in potentially
fl ammable/explosive environments.
WARNING
• To reduce the risk associated with
muscle strain:
−Use the appropriate rigging and material
handling equipment when lifting or
repositioning this equipment.
−Use proper body mechanics when
removing or installing taping heads that are
moderately heavy or may be considered
awkward to lift.
Figure 3-5
Figure 3-6
CAUTION
• To reduce the risk associated with
pinch hazards:
−Keep hands clear of the upper head support
assembly as boxes are transported through
the machine.
−Keep hands, hair, loose clothing, and jewelry
away from box compression rollers.
−Always feed boxes into the machine by
pushing only from the end of the box.
−Keep hands, hair, loose clothing, and jewelry
away from moving belts and taping heads.
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3-SAFETY (continued)
3.4 Operator's Qualifi cations
- Machine Operator
- Mechanical Maintenance Technician
- Electrical Maintenance Technician
- Manufacturer’s Technician/Specialist
3.5 Number of Operators
The operations described below have been analyzed
by the manufacturer; the recommended number of
operators for each operation provides the best and
safest work performance.
Note: A smaller or greater number of operators could be unsafe.
3.6 Instructions for a Safe Use of the Machine /
Defi nition of Operator's Qualifi cations
Only persons who have the skills described in the
skill levels section should be allowed to work on the
machine. It is the responsibility of the user to appoint
the operators having the appropriate skill level and
the appropriate training for each category of job.
WARNING
• To reduce the risk associated with
mechanical and electrical hazards:
−Read, understand, and follow all safety and
operating instructions before operating or
servicing the Infeed Conveyor/Case Sealer.
−Allow only properly trained and qualifi ed
personnel to operate and service this
equipment.
3.9 Personal Safety Measures
Safety glasses, safety gloves, safety helmet, safety
shoes, air fi lters, ear muffs - None is required except
when recommended by the user.
3.10 Predictable Actions which are Incorrect and
Not Allowed
- Never try to stop/hold the box while being driven by
the belts. Only use EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON.
- Never work without the safety protections.
3.7 Residual Hazards
The Infeed Conveyor/Case Sealer has been designed and incorporates various safety protections
which should never be removed or disabled. Notwithstanding the safety precautions conceived by
the designers of the machine, it is essential that the
operator and service personnel be warned that the
residual hazards exist which cannot be eliminated.
3.8 Recommendations and Measures to Prevent
Other Hazards which Cannot be Eliminated
- The operator must stay on the working position
shown in the Operation Section (Figure 12-1).
- The operator must belts or put his hands inside
any cavity.
- Never remove or disable the safety devices.
- Only authorized personnel should be allowed
to carry out the adjustments, repairs or main tenance which require operation with reduced
safety protections. During such operations,
access to the machine must be restricted.
When the work is fi nished, the safety protec-
tions must immediately be reactivated.
- The cleaning and maintenance operations must be
performed after disconnecting the electric power.
- Do not modify the machine or any part of it. The
manufacturer will not be responsible for any
modifi cations.
- Clean the machine using only dry cloths or
light detergents. Do not use solvents, petrols, etc.
- Install the machine following the suggested layouts
and drawings. The manufacturer will not be respon sible for damages caused by improper installation.
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3-SAFETY (continued)
3.11 Operator's Skill Levels Required to Perform
the Main Operations on the Machine
The Table shows the minimum operator's skill for
each machine operation.
Important: The factory manager must ensure that
the operator has been properly trained on all the
machine functions before starting work.
Skill 1: Machine Operator
This operator is trained to use the machine with the
machine controls, to feed cases into the machine,
make adjustments for different case sizes, to change
the tape and to start, stop and restart production.
Skill 2: Mechanical Maintenance Technician
This operator is trained to use the machine as the
MACHINE OPERATOR and in addition is able to:
• Work with the safety protection disconnected
• Check and adjust mechanical parts
• Carry out machine maintenance operations/repairs
He is not allowed to work on live electrical components
Skill 2a: Electrical Maintenance Technician
This operator is trained to use the machine as the
MACHINE OPERATOR and in addition is able to: