3M 39600 User Manual

Instructions and Parts List

TM

3M-Matic

700r Type 39600
Random
Case Sealer

with

TM

AccuGlide

II

Important Safety

Information

Read "Important Safeguards",
pages 3-6 and also
operating "Warnings",
page 19 BEFORE
INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THIS
EQUIPMENT.

Taping Heads

Serial No.

For reference, record machine serial number here.

3M Packaging Systems Division

3M Center, Building 220-8W-01
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000

Spare Parts

It is recommended you
immediately order the spare
parts listed on page 37,
Section I and page 17,
Section II. These parts are
expected to wear through
normal use and should be
kept on hand to minimize
production delays.

"3M-Matic"and "AccuGlide" are Trademarks
of 3M, St. Paul, MN 55144-1000

Litho in U.S.A.

© 3M 1999 44-0009-1907-4 (D29.00)

Replacement Parts and Service Information

To Our Customers:

This is the 3M-Matic™/AccuGlide™/Scotch™ brand equipment you
ordered. It has been set up and tested in the factory with "Scotch" brand
tapes. If technical assistance or replacement parts are needed, call or Fax
the appropriate number listed below.

Included with each machine is an Instructions and Parts List manual.

T echnical Assistance:

3M-Matic™ Helpline – 1-800/328 1390. Please provide the customer support
coordinator with the machine number, machine type/model and serial number.
If you have a technical question that does not require an immediate response,
you may Fax it to 715/381 0248.

Replacement Parts and Additional Manuals

Order parts by part number, part description and quantity required. Also,
when ordering parts and/or additional manuals, include machine name,
number and type. A parts order form is provided at the back of this manual.

3M/Tape Dispenser Parts
241 Venture Drive 1-800/344 9883
Amery, WI 54001-1325 FAX# [phone]

Minimum billing on parts orders will be $25.00. Replacement part prices available on request.

$10.00 restocking charge per invoice on returned parts.

Note : Outside the U.S., contact the local 3M subsidiary for parts ordering information.

3M Packaging Systems Division

3M Center, Building 220-8W-01
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000

"3M-Matic", "AccuGlide" and “Scotch” are trademarks of
3M, St. Paul, Minnesota 55144-1000

Printed in U.S.A.
© 3M 1999 44-0009-1851-4(E79.0)

Replacement Parts And Service Information

To Our Customers:

This is the 3M-Matic™/AccuGlide™/Scotch™ brand equipment you
ordered. It has been set up and tested in the factory with "Scotch" brand
tapes. If any problems occur when operating this equipment, and you
desire a service call, or phone consultation, call, write or Fax the
appropriate number listed below.

Included with each machine is an Instructions and Parts List manual.

SERVICE, REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ADDITIONAL MANUALS
AVAILABLE DIRECT FROM:

Order parts by part number, part description and quantity required. Also, when
ordering parts and/or additional manuals, include machine name, number and
type.

3M Packaging Systems Division

3M Center, Building 220-8W-01
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
1-800/328 1390

"3M-Matic", "AccuGlide" and “Scotch” are trademarks of
3M, St. Paul, Minnesota 55144-1000

Printed in U.S.A.
© 3M 1999 44-0009-1852-2(D79.0)

Instruction Manual

700r, Random Case Sealer, Type 39600

This instruction manual is divided into two sections as follows:
Section I Includes all information related to installation, operation and parts for the case sealer.

Section II Includes specific information regarding the AccuGlide™ II STD 2 Inch Taping Heads.

Table of Contents Page

Section I – 700r Random Case Sealer

Description ........................................................................................................................................ 1

Equipment Warranty and Limited Remedy ....................................................................................... 2

700r Contents.................................................................................................................................... 2

Important Safeguards........................................................................................................................ 3 - 6

Specifications .................................................................................................................................... 7 - 9

Installation and Set-Up...................................................................................................................... 10 - 14

Receiving and Handling ....................................................................................... 10

Machine Set-Up ................................................................................................... 10 - 14

Packaging and Separate Parts .................................................................. 10 - 12

Infeed Conveyor Assembly ........................................................................ 12

Centering Guides ....................................................................................... 12

Machine Bed Height................................................................................... 13

Outboard Tape Roll Mounting .................................................................... 13

Tape Leg Length ........................................................................................ 13

Bumper Supports ....................................................................................... 14

Box Size Capacity of Case Sealer ............................................................. 14

Electrical Connection and Controls ............................................................ 14

Initial Start-Up of Case Sealer.................................................................... 14

Operation .......................................................................................................................................... 15 - 21

Operating "Warnings" .......................................................................................... 19

Machine Switches and Controls........................................................................... 16 - 18

Tape Loading/Threading...................................................................................... 19

Theory of Operation ............................................................................................. 20 - 21

Box Sealing.......................................................................................................... 21

(Table of Contents continued on next page)

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Table of Contents (Continued) Page

Maintenance...................................................................................................................................... 22 - 24

Cleaning............................................................................................................... 22

Lubrication ........................................................................................................... 22

Box Drive Belt Replacement ................................................................................ 23

Circuit Breaker ..................................................................................................... 24

Knife Replacement, Taping Head ........................................................................ 24

Adjustments ..................................................................................................................................... 25 - 27

Box Drive Belt Tension ........................................................................................ 25 - 27

Taping Head Adjustments.................................................................................... 27

Special Set-Up Procedure................................................................................................................. 29 - 32

Changing Tape Leg Length ................................................................................. 29 - 30

Box and Machine Bed Height Range................................................................... 31

Box Height Range................................................................................................ 32

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................ 33 - 34

Electrical Diagram ............................................................................................................................. 35

Pneumatic Diagram........................................................................................................................... 36

Replacement Parts and Service Information..................................................................................... 37

Spare Parts .......................................................................................................... 37

Label Kit ............................................................................................................... 37

Tool Kit................................................................................................................. 37

Options/Accessories ......................................................................................................................... 38

Replacement Parts Illustrations and Parts Lists......................................................(Yellow Section) 39 - 67

Section II – AccuGlide™ II STD 2 Inch Taping Heads

(See Section II for Table of Contents)

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Description

The 3M-MaticTM 700r Random Case Sealer with AccuGlideTM II Taping Heads is designed to apply a “C” clip of
ScotchTM brand pressure-sensitive film box sealing tape to the top and bottom center seam of regular slotted

containers. The 700r automatically adjusts to a wide range of box sizes (see "Specifications – Box Weight and
Size Capacities", Page 8).

3M-MaticTM 700r Random Case Sealer, Type 39600 (Note – Lower tape supply roll and bracket assembly are
shown in the alternate location)

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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™ 700r, Type 39600 with the following warranties:

1. The drive belts and the taping head knives, springs and rollers will be free from all defects for ninety
(90) days after delivery.

2. All other taping head parts will be free from all defects for three (3) years after delivery.

3. 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 notified of the problem no
later than five (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 officers of 3M and seller.

Contents – 700r Random Case Sealer

(1) 700r Random Case Sealer, Type 39600
(1) Upper Tape Drum/Bracket/Hardware
(2) Column Bumper Bracket/Hardware
(1) Tool/Spare Parts Kit
(1) Instruction and Parts Manual

ScotchTM, AccuGlideTM, and 3M-MaticTM are Trademarks of 3M, St. Paul, Minnesota 55144-1000

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Important Safeguards

This safety alert symbol identifies

important messages in this manual.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THEM BEFORE
INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS
EQUIPMENT.

Important – In the event the following safety
labels are damaged or destroyed, they must be
replaced to ensure operator safety. A label

kit, part number 78-8098-9177-9 is available as
a stock item or individual labels can be ordered.
See Parts Illustration/List, Section I, pages 66
and 67.

The "Warning – Hazardous Voltage" label, shown
in Figure 1-2, is attached to the cover of the
electrical control box. The label warns service
personnel to unplug the power supply before
attempting any service work on the case sealer.

The "Warning – Sharp Knife" label (A), shown in
Figure 1-1, is attached to both sides of the upper
frame at the location of the cut-off knife on the upper
taping head. The "Warning – Sharp Knife" label
(B) shown in Figure 1-1, is attached to the orange
cut-off knife guard on both taping heads. The labels
warn operators and service personnel of the very
sharp knife used to cut the tape at the end of the
tape application.

Figure 1-2 – Electrical Warning Label
The "Warning – Moving Belts" labels, shown in

Figure 1-3, are attached to both sides of the upper

belt guards at the infeed end of the machine. The
labels warn operators to keep hands or loose
clothing away from this area because of moving
belts.

Figure 1-1 – Knife Warning Label

Figure 1-3 – Box Drive Belt Warning Label

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Important Safeguards (Continued)

The "Caution – Pinch Point" label, shown in
Figure 1-4, is attached to the center plate at the exit

end of the machine bed. The label warns the
operator to keep hands out of this area when the
drive belts are running.

A red emergency stop switch is located on the top/
front of the upper drive assembly. The "Stop" label
shown in Figure 1-6, is located near the switch and
reminds operators and casual personnel of the
function of this switch. In addition, an "On/Off" label
is attached next to the electrical On/Off switch on the
side of the machine frame.

Figure 1-4 – Pinch Point Caution Label

The "Caution – Pinch Point" label, shown in
Figure 1-5, is attached to the upper end of both

column guards. It warns the operator to keep hands
away from this area when machine is operating.

Figure 1-6 – Stop and On/Off Labels

The "Safety Instructions" label, shown in
Figure 1-7, is attached to the top/front of the upper

drive assembly. The label provides convenient
safeguard instructions for the operator and service
personnel.

Figure 1-5 – Hands Caution Label

Figure 1-7 – Safety Instructions Label

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Important Safeguards (Continued)

The "Safety Instructions" and "Air Pressure"
labels, shown in Figure 1-8, reminds operator or
service personnel of the recommended air pressure
required and location of On/Off air valve.

The "Notice – Raise and Lower Upper Drive
Assembly" label, shown in Figure 1-10 is attached
to the left column guard at the location of the
mechanical latch. The label provides instructions on
raising, latching/unlatching and lowering the upper
drive assembly.

Figure 1-8 – Air Pressure Label

The "Notice – Taping Head Latch" label, shown in
Figure 1-9, is attached to the top surface of the

upper, left belt guard at the front edge of the taping
head. The label reminds operators and service
personnel to keep latch down except to remove
taping head.

Figure 1-10 – Upper Taping Latch LabelFigure 1-9 – Upper Taping Latch Label

5

Important Safeguards (Continued)

The "Centering Guide Force Adjust" label, shown
in Figure 1-11, is attached to the left side of the
machine frame over the centering guide control
knob. The label provides increase/decrease force
information to the operator.

The "Box Centering Switch" label (A), shown in
Figure 1-13, is attached to the center plate on the
machine bed at the infeed end. The label identifies
the box centering switch.
The "Drive Assembly Raising Switch" label (B),
shown in Figure 1-13, is located above the switch at
the top/front of the upper drive assembly. The label
identifies the drive assembly raising switch.

Figure 1-11 – Centering Guide Force Adjust Label

The "Top Drive Assembly Force Adjust" label,
shown in Figure 1-12, is attached to the left side of
the machine frame over the top drive assembly
control knob. This label provides increase/decrease
force information to the operator.

Figure 1-13 – Box Centering Switch and Drive

Assembly Raising Switch Labels

The "Tape Threading" label, shown in Figure 1-14,
is attached to the left side of both the upper and
lower taping heads. This label provides a
convenient tape threading diagram. More detailed
tape loading and threading information is provided in
the operation section of this manual.

Figure 1-12 – Top Drive Assembly Force Adjust Label

Figure 1-14 – Tape Threading Label

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Specifications

1. Power Requirements:
Electrical – 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 3.8 A (440 watts)

Pneumatic – 5 bar gauge pressure [70 PSIG]

110 litre/min @ 21° C, 1.01 bar [3.75 SCFM] at 15 boxes per minute
A pressure regulator is included

The machine is equipped with two 1/6 HP gearmotors and comes with an 2.4 m [eight foot] standard
neoprene covered power cord and a grounded plug. Contact your 3M Representative for power requirements
not listed above.

2. Operating Rate:
Up to 15 boxes per minute. Actual production rate is dependent on box size, box size mix, and operator

dexterity.
Box drive belt speed approximately 0.4 m/s [78 FPM]

3. Operating Conditions:
Use in dry, relatively clean environments at 4° to 50° C [40° to 120° F] with clean, dry, boxes.

Note – Machine should not be washed down or subjected to conditions causing moisture condensation
on components.

4. Tape:

ScotchTM brand pressure-sensitive film box sealing tapes.

5. Tape Width:
36 mm or 1 1/2 inch minimum to 50 mm [2 inch] maximum

6. Tape Roll Diameter:
Up to 405 mm [16 inch] maximum on a 76.2 mm [3 inch] diameter core.

(Accommodates all system roll lengths of Scotch

TM

brand film tapes.)

7. Tape Application Leg Length – Standard:
70 mm ± 6 mm [2 3/4 inch ±1/4 inch]

Tape Application Leg Length – Optional:

(See "Special Set-Up Procedure", page 29)
50 mm ± 6 mm [2 inch ±1/4 inch]

(Specifications continued on next page)

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Specifications (Continued)

8. Box Board:
Style – regular slotted containers – RSC

125 to 275 P.S.I. bursting test, single wall or double wall B or C flute.

9. Box Weight and Size Capacities:
A. Box Weight, up to 38.6 kg [85 lbs.] maximum – contents must support flaps.
B. Box Size: Minimum Maximum

Length – 150 mm [6.0 inch] Unlimited
Width – 150 mm [6.0 inch]* 550 mm [21.5 inch]
Height – 120 mm [4.75 inch]** *** 620 mm [24.5 inch] ***

* Cartons narrower than 250 mm [10 inch] in width may require more frequent belt replacement

because of limited contact area.

** 95 mm [3.75 inch] height with heads adjusted to apply 50 mm [2 inch] tape leg lengths. (See "Special

Set-Up Procedure", page 29.)

*** 200 mm [8.0 inch] minimum to 725 mm [28.5 inch] maximum height with columns adjusted to upper

position. (See "Special Set-Up Procedure", page 31.)

Special modifications may be available for carton sizes not listed above.
Contact your 3M Representative for information.

Note: The case sealer can accommodate most boxes within the size range listed above. However, if the

box length (in direction of seal) to box height ratio is .5 or less, then several boxes should be test run to
assure the proper machine performance.

DETERMINE THE BOX LIMITATIONS BY COMPLETING THIS FORMULA:

BOX LENGTH IN DIRECTION OF SEAL SHOULD BE GREATER THAN .5

BOX HEIGHT

Any box ratio approaching this limitation should be test run to assure performance.

(Specifications continued on next page.)

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Specifications (Continued)

10. Machine Dimensions:

W L H A* B C** F T

Minimum

mm 790 1180 1575 460 610*** 120 625 1640
[Inches] [31] [40 .5] [62] [18] [24] [4.75] [24.5] [64.5]

Maximum

mm 2185*** 890
[Inches] - - - - [86] - - [35] - - - - - -

* Exit conveyor is optional
** Casters are optional
*** When columns are adjusted to upper position, "B" minimum dimension is 570 mm [22.5 inch] and

"H"maximum dimension is 2285 mm [90 inch]. (See "Special Set-Up Procedure – Box and Machine Bed
Height Range", Page 31.)

Weight – 225 kg [500 lbs] crated (approximate)

200 kg [430 lbs] uncrated (approximate)

11. Set-Up Recommendations:

• Machine must be level.

• Customer supplied infeed and exit conveyors (if used) should provide straight and level box entry and exit.

• Exit conveyors (powered or gravity) must convey sealed boxes away from machine.
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Installation and Set-Up

Receiving And Handling

After the machine has been uncrated, examine the
case sealer for damage that might have occurred
during transit. If damage is evident, file a damage
claim immediately with the transportation company
and also notify your 3M Representative.

Machine Set-Up

Important – Read "Warnings", on page
19, before attempting to set-up the case
sealer for operation.

The following instructions are presented in the order
recommended for setting up and installing the case
sealer, as well as for learning the operating
functions and adjustments. Following them step

by step will result in your thorough understanding of
the machine and an installation in your production
line that best utilizes the many features built into the
case sealer. Refer to Figure 3-1, page 15, to identify
the various components of the case sealer.

Note – A tool kit consisting of metric open
end and hex socket wrenches is provided
with the machine. These tools should be
adequate to set-up the machine, however,
other tools supplied by the customer will be
required for machine maintenance.

PACKAGING AND SEPARATE PARTS

6. Pneumatic connection.

WARNING – Use care when working
with compressed air.

The case sealer requires a 5 bar gauge
pressure 110 litre/min [70 PSIG], @21°C, 1.01
bar [3.75 SCFM] compressed air supply. As
shown in Figure 3-1, an on/off valve, pressure
regulator, and filter are provided to service the
air supply.

Note – A precision regulator is used to
balance the top drive assembly. Due to the
self relieving feature of this regulator a small
amount of air will continually vent to the
atmosphere. This is normal and amounts to
approximately 3 litre/min. [0.1 SCFM].

a. Read and remove safety tag from pneumatic

"On/Off" valve.

b. Connect the main air supply line to the inlet

side of the on/off valve using the barbed
fitting and hose clamp provided. See Figure
2-1B. The customer supplied air hose
(8 mm [5/16 inch] ID) must be clamped
tightly to the barbed fitting.

If another type of connector is desired, the
barbed fitting can be removed and replaced
with the desired 1/4-18 NPT threaded
connector.

1. Lift off fiberboard cover from pallet after
removing staples and straps at bottom.

2. Remove protective wrapping around machine.

3. Install the upper tape drum bracket on the top
crossbar as shown in Figure 2-1A.

4. The column guards, shown in Figure 2-1 have
been installed upside down for shipping. They
must be repositioned for safe operation of the
machine. Remove and retain the screws and
washers holding the guards on the columns.
Rotate the guards 180° and install back on the
columns as shown. Replace existing screws
and washers to secure the guards in place.

5. Cut cable ties securing upper assembly to
machine bed on each side.

Always turn the air valve "Off" when the air
supply line is being connected or
disconnected.

7. Turn the air supply on be turning the air on/off
valve to SUP (On).

Note – The air valve has provisions for lock
out/tag out according to plant regulations.

8. Raise and latch upper drive assembly in full "Up"
position.

CAUTION – Read "Operation –
Mechanical Latch", page 18, before

raising and latching upper drive assembly.

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Installation and Set-Up (Continued)

Figure 2-1 – 700r Frame Set-Up

9. Cut and remove cable ties on both upper and
lower taping heads. (Applying/buffing rollers are
held retracted for shipment.)

CAUTION – Follow this step carefully

as spring pressure is applied to
applying and buffing arms when cable tie
is removed. Keep hands/fingers AWAY
from tape cut-off knife under orange knife
guard. Knife is extremely sharp and can
cause severe injury.

Hold taping head BUFFING ROLLER and cut
and remove cable tie that holds applying/buffing
arms retracted. See Figure 2-1C. Allow buffing/
applying arms to extend slowly.

Also cut and remove cable tie at rear of lower
taping head.

10. Check for free action of both upper and lower
taping heads.

WARNING – Keep hands/fingers

away from tape cut-off knife under
orange knife guard. Knife is extremely
sharp and can cause severe injury.

Push buffing roller into head to check for free,
smooth action of taping heads.

11. Ensure that the tape drum bracket assembly,
located on the lower taping head, is mounted
straight down, as shown in Figure 2-5A. The
tape drum bracket assembly can be pivoted to
provide tape roll clearance in certain cases.

12. Remove fasteners that secure case sealer legs
to pallet.

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Installation and Set-Up (Continued)

13. Use appropriate material handling equipment to
remove the machine from the pallet and move it
into position.

Whenever the machine is lifted with a fork truck,
insure that the forks span completely across the
machine frame and do not contact any wiring or
mechanism under the machine frame. In some
cases the lower taping head may need to be
removed to avoid damage.

CAUTION – Machine weighs
approximately 200 kg [430 pounds]

uncrated.

14. Continue with the remainder of the Installation
and Set-Up procedure through page 14.

INFEED CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY

1. Remove the conveyor and the package of parts

from the carton.

2. Verify that the package contains two right

angled cover plates, twelve M8 x 15 hex head
screws, and eight M8 flat washers.

3. To assemble the infeed conveyor, refer to

Figure 2-2 and locate four bolt holes on the
infeed end of the case sealer frame.

4. Insert a M8 x 15 screw in each hole so that only

a few threads take hold. Do not use washers
with these screws.

5. Attach the infeed conveyor over the screws

using the inverted keyholes in the end of the
conveyor. Tighten all four screws with a 13 mm
wrench.

Figure 2-2 – Infeed Conveyor

Figure 2-3 – Cover Plates

6. Refer to Figure 2-3. Set the cover plates over

the joint between the conveyor and the frame
on each side and secure them with four M8 x 15
screws and M8 washers.

CENTERING GUIDES

1. Remove the two centering guides and four

M6 x 20 socket head screws from the package.

2. Using a 5 mm hex key wrench, attach the

centering guides to the rails with four M6 x 20
screws (two in each guide) as shown in
Figure 2-4.

Figure 2-4 – Centering Guides

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Installation and Set-Up (Continued)

MACHINE BED HEIGHT

Adjust machine bed height. The case sealer is
equipped with four adjustable legs that are
located at the corners of the machine frame.
The legs can be adjusted to obtain different
machine bed heights from 610 mm [24 inch]
minimum to 890 mm [35 inch] maximum.

Note – Minimum machine bed height can be
reduced to 570 mm [22.5 inch] by moving
outer columns up one set of mounting holes.
However, this change also increases minimum
box height of 120 mm [4.8 inch] to 170 mm
[6.8 inch]. (See "Special Set-Up Procedure –
Box/Machine Bed Height Range", page 31.)

Refer to Figure 2-5C and set the machine bed
height as follows:

1. Use appropriate material handling
equipment and blocking techniques to raise
the machine frame to allow adequate leg
adjustment.

CAUTION – Machine weighs
approximately 200 kg [430 pounds]

uncrated.

2. Loosen, but do not remove, two M8 x 1.25
socket head screws in one leg (use M6 hex
wrench). Adjust the leg length for the
desired machine bed height. Retighten the
two screws to secure the leg. Adjust all four
legs equally.

OUTBOARD TAPE ROLL MOUNTING
(Lower Taping Head)

Remove the tape drum bracket assembly,
spacer and fasteners from the lower taping
head. Install and secure on the infeed end of
the lower frame, as shown in Figure 2-5B.

TAPE LEG LENGTH

Taping heads are pre-set to apply 70 mm
[2.75 inch] long tape legs. To change tape leg
length to 50 mm [2.0 inch], see "Special Set-Up
Procedure – Changing the Tape Leg Length",
page 29.

Figure 2-5 – Machine Bed Height Adjustment and Lower Tape Drum Bracket Position

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Installation and Set-Up (Continued)

BUMPER SUPPORTS (Upper Drive Assembly)
Raise and lock the upper drive assembly into its

raised position. See "Operation – Mechanical
Latch", page 18.

Install the two bumper supports, one on each side
column using lower holes in bracket as shown in
Figure 2-6. (The upper set of holes allows the upper
drive assembly to return to a lower position.
However, this minimum position can only be used if
the taping heads are adjusted to apply 50 mm
[2 inch] long tape legs.)

Note – Interference and damage to the taping
heads may occur if the upper mounting bracket
holes are used with the taping heads at the
standard setting (70 mm [2.75 inch] tape legs).

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AND CONTROLS

The electrical control box and "On/Off" switch
are located on the lower left side of the machine
frame. See Figure 3-1. If desired, for operator
convenience, the "On/Off" switch can be
relocated to the right side of the machine frame.
A standard three conductor power cord with plug
is provided at the back of the electrical control
box for 115 Volt, 60 Hz., 3.8 Amp electrical
service. The receptacle providing this service
shall be properly grounded. Before the power
cord is plugged into 115 Volt, 60 Hz outlet make
sure that all packaging materials and tools are
removed from the machine. Do not plug

electrical cord into outlet until ready to run
machine.

Use of an extension cord is not recommended.
However, if one is needed for temporary use, it
must have a wire size of 1.5 mm diameter
[AWG 16 ], have a maximum length of 30.5 m
[100 ft], and must be properly grounded.

Figure 2-6 – Bumper Supports

BOX SIZE CAPACITY OF CASE SEALER

At its factory setting, the case sealer handles
box sizes up to 620 mm [24.5 inch] maximum
height. If larger capacity is needed, the machine
can be adjusted to accommodate boxes up to
725 mm [28.5 inch] high. Refer to "Special Set­Up Procedure – Box and Machine Bed Height
Range", page 31. Note – Adjusting machine

to accommodate 725 mm [28.5 inch] high
boxes also increases minimum box size to
170 mm [6.8 inch].

WARNING – To prevent shock and

fire hazard: Position extension
cord where it will be out of the way of foot
or vehicle traffic. Extension cord is only
for temporary use – do not use for a
permanent installation.

Note – Machines outside the U.S. may be

equipped with 220/240 Volt, 50 Hz systems or
other electrical requirements compatible with
local practice.

INITIAL START-UP OF CASE SEALER

After completing the "Installation and Set-Up"
procedure, continue through "Operation" for tape
loading and start-up to be sure case sealer is
properly adjusted to run boxes

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Operation

IMPORTANT – Before operating the case sealer, read the "Important Safeguards", pages 3-6 and
"Warnings" on page 19 as well as all of the "Operation" instructions.

Refer to Figure 3-1 and 3-2 below to acquaint yourself with the various components and controls of the case
sealer. Also see Figures 3-1 and 3-2 in Section II for taping head components.

Figure 3-1 – 700r Case Sealer Components (Left Front View)

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Operation (Continued)

Figure 3-2 – Controls, Valves and Switches

1 Electrical "On/Off" Switch

The box drive belts are turned on and off ("Off"
button is red) with the electrical switch on the
side of the machine frame.

Note – The case sealer has a circuit breaker
located in the electrical enclosure on the
lower left side of the machine frame. If
circuit becomes overloaded and circuit
breaker trips, unplug the machine electrical
cord and determine cause of overload.
After two minutes, remove the electrical
control box cover and reset the circuit
breaker by pressing the "Reset" button and
then the "Start" button on the circuit breaker.
Replace the control box cover, plug machine
electrical cord into outlet and restart
machine by pressing green "On" button.

2 Main Air "On/Off" Valve/Pressure Regulator/

Filter – Figure 3-3

This set of pneumatic components controls,
regulates and filters plant air supply to the two
separate control circuits of the case sealer.

Always turn the air "Off" when machine is not in
use, when servicing the machine, or when
connecting or disconnecting air supply line.

Note – The air valve has provisions for
lockout/tagout according to plant regulations.

"On/Off" Valve – "On" turn to "SUP" – "Off"
turn to "EXH". Note – Turning air supply

"Off" automatically bleeds air pressure from
the case sealer air circuits.

Figure 3-3 – "On/Off" Valve/Regulator/Filter

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Operation (Continued)

Pressure Regulator regulates main air

pressure to the machine to adjust pressure,
pull knob up and turn – push down to lock
setting.

Filter removes dirt and moisture from plant air
before it enters the case sealer pneumatic
circuits. If water collects in bottom of bowl, lift
up on the valve on the bottom of bowl to drain.

3 Emergency Stop Switch

The machine electrical supply can be turned off
by pressing the latching emergency stop
switch. To restart machine, rotate emergency
stop switch (releases switch latch) and then
restart machine by pressing green (On) button
on side of machine frame.

4 Raising Switch, Upper Drive Assembly

This switch, when touched by the leading edge
of a box , pneumatically raises the upper frame
to allow insertion of the box under the drive
belts. As the box moves under the switch,
releasing it, the upper drive assembly descends
on the box and the drive belts convey the box
through the machine. When switch is actuated
by hand, the upper drive assembly rises to its
maximum height. Released, the upper drive
assembly descends to its rest position.

5 Centering Switch, Box Centering Guide

This pneumatic switch controls the box
centering guides. When switch is activated by
a box entering the case sealer, the centering
guides close (centering the box), and released
(after box passes over switch), the guides
open.

6 Air Pressure Regulator, Centering Guide

Force Adjustment – Figure 3-4
This regulator is used to adjust centering
guides according to weight of boxes. Pressure
should be adequate to center boxes, but low
enough to allow easy pushing of boxes under
taping head. The regulator setting can be
locked by tightening the phillips screw as
shown.

Figure 3-4– Air Regulator, Centering Guides

Figure 3-5 – Air Regulator/Gauge, Top Drive

Assembly

7 Air Pressure Regulator/Gauge, Top Drive

Assembly Force Adjustment – Figure 3-5

Set nominally to control "down" movement of
top drive assembly and the pressure exerted
against the box. The regulator setting is
changed as necessary for the boxes being
sealed to provide adequate drive belt pressure

against the box to positively convey the boxes
through the machine. If the boxes stop or
hesitate while being conveyed, decrease the
regulator pressure which will increase the drive
belt force on the box for more friction between
the box and drive belts. Adjust setting as
necessary to get continuous movement of
boxes through machine.

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