3M 800af User Manual
Instructions and Parts List
™
3M-Matic
800af Type 39600
Important Safety
Information
Read "Safeguards", pages 3-6
and also operating
"Warnings", page 18
BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THIS
Adjustable
Case Sealer
with
TM
AccuGlide
Taping Heads
EQUIPMENT.
II
Spare Parts
It is recommended you
immediately order the
spare parts listed on
page 41. These parts
are expected to wear
Serial No.
For reference, record machine serial number here.
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through normal use
and should be kept on
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production delays.
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Replacement Parts and Service Information
To Our Customers:
This is the 3M-Matic™/AccuGlide™/Scotch™ brand equipment you
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Printed in U.S.A.
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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:
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ordering parts and/or additional manuals, include machine name, number and
type.
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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
800af Adjustable 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 Content Page
Intended Use..................................................................................................................................... 1
Equipment Warranty and Limited Remedy....................................................................................... 2
Contents – 800af Adjustable Case Sealer ....................................................................................... 2
Important Safeguards ....................................................................................................................... 3 - 6
Specifications.................................................................................................................................... 7 - 10
Set-Up Procedure ............................................................................................................................. 11 - 14
Receiving and Handling....................................................................................... 11
Machine Set-Up ................................................................................................... 11 - 14
Initial Start-Up of Case Sealer............................................................................. 14
Operation .......................................................................................................................................... 15 - 24
Case Sealer Components ................................................................................... 15 - 17
Operation "Warnings" .......................................................................................... 18
Tape Loading/Threading ..................................................................................... 18
Box Size Set-Up .................................................................................................. 19 - 23
Box Sealing.......................................................................................................... 23
Box Jams ............................................................................................................. 24
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 25 - 28
Cleaning............................................................................................................... 25
Lubrication ........................................................................................................... 25
Drive Belt Replacement/Tension Adjustment...................................................... 26 - 27
Air Line Filter........................................................................................................ 28
Circuit Breaker ..................................................................................................... 28
Knife Replacement, Taping Heads...................................................................... 28
Adjustments ...................................................................................................................................... 29 - 31
Gate Operation .................................................................................................... 29
Drive Belt Tension ............................................................................................... 29
Taping Head Adjustments ................................................................................... 29
Upper Taping Head Leveling............................................................................... 30
Gate Pressure Regulator..................................................................................... 31
Gate Stroke Setting ............................................................................................. 31
(Table of Content continued on next page)
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Table of Content (Continued) Page
Special Set-Up Procedure ................................................................................................................ 33 - 36
Changing Drive Belt Height ................................................................................. 33
Changing the Tape Leg Length........................................................................... 34
Outer Column Re-Positioning.............................................................................. 35 - 36
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................ 37 - 38
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................ 37 - 38
Pneumatic Diagram .......................................................................................................................... 39
Electrical Diagram............................................................................................................................. 40 - 41
Spare and Miscellaneous Parts........................................................................................................ 43
Spare Parts.......................................................................................................... 43
Label Kit............................................................................................................... 43
Tool and Parts Kit ................................................................................................ 43
Replacement Parts Ordering Information and Service ....................................... 43
Options/Accessories ......................................................................................................................... 44
Replacement Parts Illustrations and Parts Lists.....................................................(Yellow Section) 45 - 89
Section II – AccuGlide™ STD 2 Inch Taping Heads
(See Section II for Table of Contents)
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Intended Use
The intended use of the 3M-Matic™ 800af Adjustable Case Sealer with AccuGlide™ II Taping Heads is to
automatically seal the top and bottom center seams of regular slotted containers without the need for an
operator. It will accept filled regular slotted containers from an existing conveyor, fold the top flaps and apply a
"C" clip of Scotch™ brand pressure-sensitive film box sealing tape to the top and bottom center seams of the
box. An integral gate provides the proper spacing of incoming boxes. Infeed conveyor speed must not exceed
0.3 m/s [60 F.P.M.] maximum. The machine has been designed and tested for use with Scotch™ brand
pressure-sensitive film box sealing tape.
3M-Matic™ 800af Adjustable Case Sealer, Type 39600
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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™ 800af Type 39600 with the following warranties:
1. The drive belts and the taping head knives, springs and rollers will be free from all defects MȎ 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 – 800af Adjustable Case Sealer
(1) 800af Adjustable Case Sealer, Type 39600
(1) Tool/Spare Parts Kit, P/N 78-8060-8476-6
(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 78-8113-6881-6 is available as
a stock item or individual labels can be ordered.
See Parts Illustration/List, Section I, pages 86 &
87.
The "Warning – Hazardous Voltage" label, shown
in Figure 1-2, is attached to the cover of the
electrical control box on the lower right side of the
machine frame. 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 heads. 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 – Keep Hands Away From Moving
Belts" labels, shown in Figure 1-3, are located on
the infeed end of the machine bed on each side.
The labels warn operators to keep hands away from
this area when drive belts are running.
Figure 1-1 – Knife Warning Label
Figure 1-3 – Box Drive Belt Warning Label
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Important Safeguards (Continued)
The "Warning – Moving Flap Kicker" labels,
shown in Figure 1-4, are attached to the machine
guards on the infeed end, close to the top. These
labels remind the operator and service personnel to
keep away from flap kicker when machine is running.
Two emergency stop switches are located, one on
each side of the machine, on the guard at the center
of the machine. The "Stop" label, shown in Figure
1-6, is located near these switches and remind
operators and other personnel of the function of
these switches.
Figure 1-4 – Moving Flap Kicker
The "Caution – Pinch Point" label, shown in
Figure 1-5, is attached to the back side of the
compression roller brackets on both sides of the
machine. The label reminds operator to keep hands
away from compression rollers when machine is
running.
Figure 1-6 – Stop and On/Off Labels
The "On/Off" label, shown in Figure 1-7, is located
next to the electrical on/off switch on the guard (left
side) at the infeed end of the machine. The label
reminds operators of the function of this switch.
Figure 1-5 – Pinch Point Caution Label Figure 1-7 – On/Off Label
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Important Safeguards (Continued)
The "Safety Instructions" label, shown in Figure
1-8, is attached to the top of both side guards near
the center of the machine. The label provides
convenient safeguard instructions for the operator
and service personnel.
The "On/Off" label, shown in Figure 1-10, is
attached to the frame above the On/Off valve and
reminds operators of the location of this valve and
its function.
Figure 1-8 – Safety Instructions Label
The "Safety Instructions" label, shown in
Figure 1-9, is attached to the frame above the air
valve/regulator and reminds operator of the correct
air pressure to use.
Figure 1-10 – On/Off Label
Two "Operating Notice" labels, shown in
Figure 1-11, are located on the top, infeed end of
both drive belt assemblies. The labels remind
operators of correct belt adjustment procedures.
Figure 1-9 – Safety Instructions
Figure 1-11 – Operating Notice Label
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Important Safeguards (Continued)
The "Lifting Notice" label, shown in Figure 1-12, is
attached to the left side of the machine frame close
to the air pressure regulator. This label reminds
service personnel of the center-of-gravity and weight
of the machine if machine must be lifted and moved.
The "Up/Down/Lock" and "In/Out" labels shown in
Figure 1-14, are attached next to the corresponding
height and width adjustment cranks. These labels
remind operators of direction to turn adjustment
cranks to match box height/width.
Figure 1-12 – Lifting Notice Label
Two "Permissible Lift Area" labels shown in
Figure 1-13, are attached, two on each side of
machine, at the lower edge of the frame. These
labels remind service personnel where to place
forks if machine is lifted and moved with forklift
truck.
Figure 1-14 – Up/Down/Lock and In/Out Labels
The "Tape Threading" label, shown in Figure 1-15,
is attached to the lower frame, at the infeed end.
This label is a quick reference for tape threading
when lower tape roll is mounted in outboard
position.
Figure 1-13 – Permissible Lift Area Label
Figure 1-15 – Tape Threading Label
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Specifications
1. Power Requirements:
Electrical – 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 3.8 Amp (440 watts)
Pneumatic – 6.5 bar gauge pressure [95 PSIG], 2.5 SCFM
75 liter/minute @ 21° C., 1.01 bar maximum at maximum cycle rate.
A pressure regulator/filter is included.
The machine is equipped with two 1/6 HP gearmotors and comes with an 2.4 m [8 foot] standard neoprene
covered power cord and a grounded plug. Contact your 3M Representative for power requirements not listed
above.
2. Operating Rate:
Note: Machine is shipped with both cams (A and B) installed. To obtain production rate shown
with dotted line (cam A only), cam B must be removed. See "Adjustments – Gate Operation",
page 29.
(continued)
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Specifications (Continued)
3. Operating Conditions:
Use in dry, relatively clean environments at 5o to 40o C [40o to 105o 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 [1-1/2 inch] minimum to 48 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:
50 mm ±6 mm [2 inch ±1/4 inch]
(See "Special Set-Up Procedure" – Changing the Tape Leg Length", page 34.)
8. Box Board:
Style – regular slotted containers – RSC
125 to 275 P.S.I. bursting test, single wall B or C flute.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARD
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARD
(continued)
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Specifications (Continued)
9. Box Weight and Size Capacities:
A. Box Weight, filled – contents must support flaps.
Minimum – weight must be sufficient to hold carton on the conveyor bed with bottom flaps fully closed
or 1.4 kg [3 lb.] minimum.
Maximum – 40 kg [85 lb.]
B. Box Size:
Minimum: Length – 150 mm [6 inches] Maximum: Length – 760 mm [30 inches]
Width – 120 mm [4-3/4 inches] Width – 545 mm [21-1/2 inches]
Height – 120 mm [4-3/4 inches]*
* Boxes lower than 165 mm [6-1/2 inches] and wider than 320 mm [12-1/2 inches] require removal of
compression rollers.
With taping heads adjusted to apply 50 mm [2 inch] tape legs, minimum box height is 95 mm
[3-3/4 inches] with box widths greater than 195 mm[7-3/4 inches]. See "Special Set-Up Procedure Changing the Tape Leg Length", page 34.
** With columns adjusted to upper position, maximum box height increase to 725 mm [28-1/2 inches] and
minimum box height increases to 225 mm [8-3/4 inches]. See "Special Set-Up Procedure – Outer
Column Re-Positioning", page 35.
Height – 620 mm [24-1/2 inches]**
Note – The case sealer is designed to accommodate most boxes complying with the 1976 FBA and
PMMI*** voluntary standard "Tolerances for Top Opening" regular slotted containers (RSC).
Two of the requirements of the standard are the following:
1. The box length is not more than twice the box width.
2. The box length is not more than four times the box depth.
In addition, the box score lines must be sufficient to facilitate automatic flap folding. Certain
environmental conditions, such as high humidity, can be detrimental to automatic flap folding.
***Fibre Box Association, Packaging Machinery Manufacturer's Association
DETERMINE THE BOX LIMITATIONS BY COMPLETING THIS FORMULA:
BOX LENGTH IN DIRECTION OF SEAL MUST BE GREATER THAN .6
BOX HEIGHT
If any of the above criteria are not met boxes should be test run to assure proper machine performance.
(continued)
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Specifications (Continued)
10. Machine Dimensions:
WL1 L2 H B F
Minimum
mm 985 1920 2375 1575 610 825
[inches] [38-3/4] [75-5/8] [93-7/16] [62] [24] [32-1/2]
Maximum
mm 985 1920 2375 2185 890 825
[inches] [38-3/4] [75-5/8] [93-7/16] [86] [35] [32-1/2]
Weight – 410 kg [900 lbs.] crated (approximate)
370 kg [820 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
It is recommended that the case sealer be set-up and operated with product before placing it in the production
line. This approach will allow your thorough review and familiarization with the 800af before subjecting it and
operating personnel to a production situation where time for set-up, adjustments, and operator training usually
becomes limited.
The following instructions are presented in the order recommended for setting up and installing the case sealer.
Following them step by step will result in an installation in your production line that best utilizes the many features
built into the case sealer. Refer to Figure 3-1 and 3-2 to identify the various components and controls of the
machine.
For future reference, record machine serial number on front cover of this instruction manual in the space
provided.
IMPORTANT – Read "Warnings" on page 18 before attempting to set-up the case sealer for operation.
1. Follow "Unpacking Instructions" label attached to corrugated packing cover.
2. 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 370 kg [820 lbs] uncrated.
2. Remove and discard cable ties on upper head assembly.
3. Install the crank handle on the top of the left column, as shown in Figure 2-1A.
4. Install upper tape drum bracket on the top cross bar, as shown in Figure 2-1B.
5. Install the two infeed end guards. Attach the guards to the infeed end vertical masts, as shown in
Figure 2-1C.
6. Raise upper head assembly (turn crank handle counterclockwise). Install the machine stops (from parts bag).
Mount these stops as shown in Figure 2-1D using lowest hole position on brackets. The upper hole position
in the stops should only be used when the heads are adjusted to apply 50 mm [2 inch] tape legs.
7. The lower tape drum bracket assembly is mounted on the lower head in the standard position. Ensure that
the bracket assembly is mounted straight down, as shown in Figure 2-2A. The tape drum bracket assembly
can be pivoted to provide clearance or for retrofit in certain cases.
Lower outboard tape roll mounting (alternate position) –
a. Remove lower taping head from machine.
b. Remove existing tape drum bracket from taping head and replace with bracket/roller assembly (shipped
loose), Figure 2-2B. Replace taping head in machine.
c. Install tape drum bracket (removed from taping head) on exit end of machine lower frame as shown in
Figure 2-2B.
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Installation and Set-Up (Continued)
Figure 2-1 – Installation and Set-Up
Figure 2-2 – Lower Tape Drum Bracket Position
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Installation and Set-Up (Continued)
8. Install case sealer in production line. When installing the case sealer, be sure to observe the following
guidelines.
a. Case sealer must be installed level – it is not designed to convey boxes uphill.
b. Infeed conveyor must convey boxes to case sealer at a speed not to exceed 0.30 m/s [60 f/m].
c. Precautions must be taken to prevent excessive box pressure against the case sealer infeed gate.
This will help to prevent damage to the boxes and ensure proper performance.
d. Infeed and exit conveyors must provide straight entrance and exit of boxes to/from case sealer and exit
conveyor must positively convey boxes away from machine.
e. Refer to Figure 2-3 for suggested conveyor types that can be used with the case sealer.
Figure 2-3 – Conveyor Systems
9. Adjust case sealer bed height. The adjustable
legs provide different machine bed heights from
610 mm [24 inches] minimum to 890 mm
[35 inches] maximum.
Refer to Figure 2-4 and set the machine bed
height as follows:
a. Block up the machine frame to allow
adequate leg adjustment.
b. Loosen, but do not remove, two M8 x 1.25
mm socket head screws in one leg (use M6
hex key wrench). Adjust the leg length for
the desired machine bed height. Retighten
the two screws to secure the leg. Adjust all
four legs equally.
10. Tape width – the taping heads have been preset to accommodate 72 mm [3 inch] wide tape
rolls. To apply narrower width tapes, refer to
Section II, "Adjustments – Tape Web
Alignment", page 11.
Figure 2-4 – Conveyor Bed Height Adjustment
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Installation and Set-Up (Continued)
11. Box size capacity (height) – at its factory setting, the case sealer handles box sizes up to 620 mm
[24-1/2 inches] maximum height. If larger capacity is needed, the machine can be adjusted to accommodate
up to 725 mm [28-1/2 inches] high boxes. Refer to "Special Set-Up Procedure – Outer Column
Re-Positioning", page 35 for set-up information.
12. Drive Belt Height – drive belt assemblies can be raised 50 mm [2 inches] to provide better conveying of tall
boxes. Refer to "Special Set-Up Procedure – Changing Drive Belt Height", page 33.
13. Pneumatic connection.
WARNING – USE CARE WHEN WORKING WITH COMPRESSED AIR.
The case sealer requires a 6.5 bar gauge pressure [95 PSIG] 75 liter/min @21°C, 1.01 bar [2.5 SCFM]
compressed air supply. As shown in Figure 2-3 an on/off valve, pressure regulator, and filter are
provided to service the air supply.
The main air supply line should be connected to the on/off valve by means of the barbed fitting and hose
clamp provided on the outer side of the on/off valve as shown in Figure 2-3. The customer supplied air
hose (5/16 inch [8 mm] ID) should be slipped over the barbed fitting and clamped tightly in place.
If another type of connector is desired, the fitting can be removed and replaced with the desired 1/4-18
NPT threaded connector.
Always turn the valve "Off" when air supply line is being connected or disconnected.
14. Electrical connection and controls – the
electrical control box shown in Figure 3-1,
contains the "On/Off" switch with pre-set
breaker and can be located on either side of the
machine frame for operator convenience. 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 red "Off" button is depressed and
that all packaging materials and tools are
removed from the machine. Do not plug
electrical cord into outlet until ready to run
machine.
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 "Set-Up" procedure, continue
through ""Operation", pages 15-24 to be sure case
sealer is properly adjusted to run product.
Figure 2-3 – Pneumatic Connection
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Operation
IMPORTANT - Before operating the case sealer, read all the "Important Safeguards", pages 3 - 6 and
"Warnings" on page 18 as well as all of the "Operation" instructions.
Refer to Figure 3-1 and 3-2 to acquaint yourself with the various components and controls of the 800af case
sealer. Also see Figures 3-1 and 3-2 in Section II for taping head components.
Figure 3-1 – Case Sealer Components
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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 guard at the infeed end.
Note – The case sealer has a circuit
breaker located in the electrical enclosure
on the lower right 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.
"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.
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.
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.
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Operation (Continued)
Figure 3-3 – "On/Off" Valve/Regulator/Filter
9 Gate Cams Figure 3-4
The gate cams A B control the rate of box
entry into the case sealer. Depending on box
size, gate cams can be adjusted to increase
production rate. See "Adjustments – Gate
Operation", page 29.
10 Kicker Cam Figure 3-4
The minor flap folder, controlled by the kicker
cam C , closes the trailing minor flap on the
box. The kicker cam must be adjusted
according to the length of the box being
sealed. See "Operation", page 20,
Figure 3-8.
11 Pocket, Instruction Manual
A pocket is provided inside the right door for
storage of the machine instruction manual.
Keep the manual in this pocket for the
convenience of machine operators.
3 Emergency "Stop" Switch
The two emergency "Stop" switches are
mounted for operator convenience, on both
sides of the case sealer. Pushing either of
these switches will stop the drive motors/belts
and exhaust air from the flap kicker.
To restart machine, rotate emergency stop
switch (release switch latch) and then restart
machine by pressing green (On) button on side
guard.
4 Height Adjustment Crank, Upper
Taping Head
Raises and lowers upper taping head/flap
folders to accommodate box height.
5 Width Adjustment Crank
Adjusts distance between side drive belts to
accommodate box width.
6 Top Flap Compression Rollers
Rollers adjust to properly maintain box width/
top flap center seam for tape seal.
7 Indicator, Air Pressure
The optical warning indicator, located on the
upper flap folder frame, indicates "Red" when
compressed air circuit is on.
8 Box Gate Air Pressure Regulator
Adjusts lifting force of the box gate depending
on the weight of boxes being sealed.
Figure 3-4 – Gate/Kicker Cams
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Operation (Continued)
WARNINGS
1. Turn electrical and air supply off and disconnect before servicing taping heads or performing
any adjustments or maintenance on the machine. Turn electrical and air supplies off when
machine is not in use.
2. Do not leave machine running unattended.
3. Before turning drive belts on, be sure no tools or other objects are on the machine bed.
4. Keep hands and loose clothing away from moving belts and flap kicker.
5. Keep away from flap kicker. Flap kicker is controlled by air and can be activated (if air supply
is "On") by depressing flap kicker cam. Be sure flap kicker is in the down position before
servicing.
6. Never attempt to remove jammed boxes from the machine while machine is running.
7. Machine access door must be closed when drive belts are running. Do not attempt to override
door interlock switch.
8. Keep hands and clothing away from taping heads when machine is running. A box traveling
through the machine causes taping head rollers to retract when box enters and extend as box
leaves taping head.
9. Both the upper and lower taping heads utilize extremely sharp tape cut-off knives. The knife is
located under the orange knife guard which has the "WARNING – SHARP KNIFE" label. Before
loading tape, refer to Figures 3-1 and 3-2 in Section II to identify the knife location. Keep
hands out of these areas except as necessary to service the taping heads.
10. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in severe personal injury and/or equipment
damage.
Tape Loading/Threading – Upper Taping Head
See Section II, Pages 7 and 8
Tape Loading/Threading – Lower Taping Head
With Tape Drum On Taping Head
See Section II, Pages 7 and 8
Tape Loading/Threading – Lower Taping Head
With Alternate Outboard Tape Drum
CAUTION – Taping head weighs
approximately 7.2 kg [16 pounds]
without tape. Use proper body
mechanics when removing or installing
taping head.
1. Raise upper taping head high enough to allow
clearance for removing lower taping head.
2. Remove lower taping head from machine bed
and install threading needle as explained in
Section II, page 7.
3. Replace taping head back into machine.
4. Place tape roll on outboard tape drum with
adhesive side down on lead end of tape. (Seat
tape roll fully against back flange of tape drum.)
Thread tape through outboard tape rollers as
shown in Figure 3-5 and adhere tape lead end
to lower end of threading needle.
5. Complete tape threading as explained in
Section II, page 8.
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Operation (Continued)
Figure 3-5 – Tape Threading With Alternate Outboard Tape Drum
Box Size Set-Up
Figure 3-6
Open the side drive belts and raise the upper head
assembly to accommodate the desired box width
and height.
Move the compression rolls as wide as possible.
Figure 3-6 – Box Size Set-Up
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Operation (Continued)
Figure 3-7
Place a product filled box 55 to 65 mm [2-1/4 to
2-1/2 inches] into the exit end of the machine with
the top flaps folded as shown.
Crank the upper head down until is just contacts the
top of the box.
Crank the side drive belts in until the belts firmly grip
the box.
Figure 3-8
Set Kicker cam relative to length of box being
sealed. Measure the distance "X" as shown and set
the cam to the same dimension measured on the
box. (This dimension provides a good starting point
for setting the kicker cam.)
Note: 5 mm hex key wrench is supplied with
machine and should be kept in wrench holder on
side of upper frame. See Figure 3-1.
Figure 3-7 – Box Size Set-Up
Figure 3-8 – Box Size Set-Up
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Operation (Continued)
Figure 3-9
WARNING – Be sure all packaging
materials and tools are removed from
the machine before operating
Turn air On/Off valve to the "On" (SUP) position.
Press electrical "On" button to start drive belts.
Place box at infeed end of machine and push into
machine until it is taken away by drive belts.
CAUTION – Keep hands away from
drive belts when feeding boxes.
Figure 3-10
Adjust compression rollers. Run box through
machine and stop when adjacent to compression
rollers. Move compression rollers in to press box top
flaps firmly together. Restart machine to exit box.
WARNING – Keep hands away from
compression rollers when box is
passing through machine to avoid injury.
Figure 3-9 – Box Size Set-Up
Figure 3-10 – Box Size Set-Up
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Operation (Continued)
Figure 3-11
Run several test boxes through the machine, and
observe the flap kicking action. Adjust the kicker
cam so the kicker "kicks" earlier or later as required
(refer to figure 3-8). In general, it is better to set the
kicker to "kick" early because it contacts the flap
higher above the score-line which results in more
reliable flap folding.
WARNING – Keep hands away from
drive belts and flap kicker when
feeding boxes to the machine.
Figure 3-12
The upper side flap folding guides can be adjusted
in or out to accommodate the width of the box. For
optimum performance, the side flap folding guides
should be adjusted to the narrowest position which
allows them to catch any side flaps that may be
bent outward past vertical.
Note – Box flaps should not be bent outward
past vertical more than 15° when entering
case sealer.
Figure 3-11 – Box Size Set-Up
Figure 3-12 – Box Size Set-Up
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Operation (Continued)
Figure 3-13
If the box is hard to move under the top head or is
crushed, raise the top head slightly.
If the box movement is jerky or stops under the top
head, move the side drive belts in slightly to add
more pressure between the box and drive belts.
Note: Upper head has unique feature for
overstuffed boxes. The head will raise up to
13 mm [1/2 inch] to compensate for this type of
condition.
CAUTION – If drive belts are allowed to
slip on box, excessive belt wear will
occur.
Box Sealing
Figure 3-13 – Box Size Set-Up
WARNINGS
1. Remove tools or other objects from machine bed before starting machine.
2. Keep hands and loose clothing away from moving belts, flap kicker and flap kicker cam.
3. When feeding boxes to the machine by hand, push box in from end only – DO NOT PUSH
WITH HANDS ON ANY CORNER OF THE BOX.
5. Never attempt to remove jammed boxes from the machine while machine is running.
See "Box Jams", page 24.
1. Connect electrical and air supplies.
2. Turn main air valve "On" and adjust air regulator if pressure does not read 5 bar gauge pressure [70 PSIG].
3. Press electrical "On" button to start drive belts.
4. Continually feed boxes to case sealer, case sealer will automatically space entrance of boxes to machine.
5. Turn electrical and air supplies "Off" when machine is not in use.
6. Reload and thread tape as necessary.
7. Be sure machine is cleaned and lubricated according to recommendations in "Maintenance" section of this
manual.
Notes:
1. Box drive motors are designed to run at a moderate temperature of 40° C [104° F]. In some cases they
may feel hot to the touch.
2. Adjustment of the machine or taping heads are described in the "Adjustment" section of this manual.
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Operation (Continued)
Box Jams
If a box is improperly fabricated or filled, if the machine is mis-adjusted for the box being run, or if boxes enter
the machine incorrectly, a box jam may occur. To clear a box jam, follow these steps:
1. Determine cause of box jam so corrective action can be taken to prevent reoccurrence.
2. Turn off machine.
WARNINGS
1. Turn off and disconnect air and electrical supplies before attempting to remove jammed
box or serious injury could occur.
2. Wait for flap kicker to reach down position as shown in Figure 3-11, to avoid being hit or
startled by its movement.
3. Crank upper head up and/or drive belts out until box is free.
4. Carefully pull box out of machine.
WARNINGS
1. Keep hands away from upper and lower taping head cut-off knife as knife is extremely
sharp and can cause severe injury.
2. When reaching into the machine to remove a jammed box, use proper posture to
prevent back or other injuries.
5. Readjust upper head and drive belts according to "Machine Adjustment for Box Size" instructions on pages
19 - 23.
6. Connect air and electrical supplies.
7. Turn machine "On" only when it is safe to do so!
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