3M 800r3 User Manual

Instructions and Parts List

Important

TM

3M-Matic

800r3 Type 29600
Random
Case Sealer

with

TM

AccuGlide

II

Safeguards

Read "Safety Labels", pages
3-6 and also operating
"Warnings", page 17
BEFORE INSTALLING
OR OPERATING THIS
EQUIPMENT.

Taping Heads

Serial No.

For Reference, record taping head(s) serial number(s) here.

3M Packaging Systems Division

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

Important

It is recommended you
immediately order the
spare parts listed on
page 37. 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

Printed in U.S.A.

© 3M 1998 44-0009-1898-5(A108.0)

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 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

800r3 Random Case Sealer, Type 29600

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 3 Inch Taping Heads.

Table of Contents Page

Section I – 800r3 Random Case Sealer

Intended Use..................................................................................................................................... 1

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

800r3 Contents ................................................................................................................................. 2

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

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

Installation and Set-Up ..................................................................................................................... 10 - 12

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

Machine Set-Up ................................................................................................... 10 - 12

Packaging and Separate Parts .................................................................. 10

Outboard Tape Roll Mounting.................................................................... 11

Tape Leg Length........................................................................................ 11

Box Size Capacity of Case Sealer............................................................. 11

Pneumatic Connection............................................................................... 12

Electrical Connection and Controls ........................................................... 12

Initial Start-Up of Case Sealer ................................................................... 12

Operation .......................................................................................................................................... 13 - 18

Controls, Valves and Switches............................................................................ 14 - 16

Tape Loading/Threading ..................................................................................... 17

Box Sealing.......................................................................................................... 18

Box Jam............................................................................................................... 18

Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 19 - 22

Cleaning............................................................................................................... 19

Lubrication ........................................................................................................... 19

Drive Belts ........................................................................................................... 20 - 21

Circuit Breaker ..................................................................................................... 22

Knife Replacement, Taping Head ....................................................................... 22

Adjustments ..................................................................................................................................... 23

Drive Belt Tension ............................................................................................... 23

Taping Head Adjustments ................................................................................... 23

(Table of Content continued on next page)

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Table of Contents (Continued) Page

Special Set-Up Procedure ................................................................................................................ 24 - 25

Changing Tape Leg Length ................................................................................. 24

Box Height Range................................................................................................ 24 - 25

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................ 27 - 30

Operating Sequence......................................................................................................................... 31

Electrical Diagram............................................................................................................................. 32 - 33

Pneumatic Diagram .......................................................................................................................... 34 - 35

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

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

Replacement Parts Illustrations and Parts Lists.................................................. Yellow Section 39 - 69

Section II – AccuGlide™ II STD 3-Inch Taping Head

(See Section II for Table of Contents)

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Intended Use

The intended use of the 3M-MaticTM 800r3 Random Case Sealer with AccuGlideTM II Taping Heads is 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 case sealer automatically adjusts to a wide range of box sizes (see "Specifications –
Box Weight and Size Capacities", page 8).

3M-MaticTM 800r3 Random Case Sealer, Type 29600

1

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™ 800r3 Random Case Sealer, Type 29600 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.

800r3 Contents

(1) 800r3 Random Case Sealer, Type 29600
(1) Tool and Parts List
(1) Instruction and Parts Manual

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

2

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 78-8113-6778-4 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 electrical enclosure
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.

Two "Warning Sharp Knife" labels, shown in
Figure 1-1, are attached to both sides of the upper
assembly at the location of the cut-off knife on the
upper taping head. 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 two "Warning – Keep Away From Moving
Belts" labels, shown in Figure 1-3, are located on

each side of the top surface of the machine bed at
the infeed end. These labels warn operators and
service personnel to keep hands away from this
area when the drive belts are running.

Figure 1-1 – Knife Warning Label

Figure 1-3 – Hands Warning Label

3

Important Safeguards (Continued)

The "Stop" label, shown in Figure 1-4, is located in
front of the E-Stop switch and reminds operators
and casual personnel of the function of this switch.
In addition, an "On/Off" label is attached next to the
On/Off switch on the left machine guard at the
infeed end.

The "Safety Instructions" label, shown in
Figure 1-6, is attached to the frame next to the air
valve/regulator and reminds operator of correct air
pressure to use. The "On/Off" label reminds
operators of the location of the pneumatic On/Off
valve.

Figure 1-4 – Stop and On/Off Labels

The "Safety Instructions" label, shown in
Figure 1-5, is attached to the front of the upper

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

Figure 1-6 – Safety Instructions Label

Two "Operating Notice" labels, shown in
Figure 1-7, are located on the top, infeed end of

both drive belt assemblies. The labels remind
operators of correct belt adjustment procedures.

Figure 1-5 – Safety Instructions Label

Figure 1-7 – Operating Notice Label

4

Important Safeguards (Continued)

The "Raise/Latch" label, shown in Figure 1-8, is
attached to the upper, middle of the left machine
guard. The label provides quick reference
instructions for raising, latching and unlatching the
upper assembly.

The "Upper Head Pressure Gage" label, shown in
Figure 1-10, is attached to the upper assembly by
the air pressure gage.

Figure 1-8 – Raise/Latch Upper Assembly Label

The "Force Adjustment" label, shown in
Figure 1-9, is attached to the left side of the

machine frame at the infeed end, The label
provides force adjustment information for the upper
taping head assembly and belt centering.

Figure 1-10 –Air Pressure Gage Label

Figure 1-9 – Force Adjustment Label

5

Important Safeguards (Continued)

The following two labels are located on the upper
and lower taping heads. Replacement part
numbers for these labels are listed below each
label.

The "Warning-Sharp Knife" label warns operators
and service personnel of the extremely sharp knife
used to cut the tape at the end of the box sealing
operation. The label, shown in Figure 1-11, is
located on the orange knife guard between the
applying roller assembly and the buffing roller
assembly. Never operate taping heads with knife

guard removed.

Before working with the taping heads or loading/
threading 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 upper taping heads or to load/thread
tape.

The "Tape Threading Label", shown in
Figure 1-12, 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 this manual in the set-up procedure section.

Figure 1-11 – Knife Warning Label

Figure 1-12 – Tape Threading Label

6

Specifications

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

Pneumatic – 6.5 bar gauge pressure [95 PSIG]

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

The machine is equipped with two 1/6 HP
gearmotors and comes with a 2.4 meter [8 ft]
long 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 is 24 m/m [78 FPM]

4. Tape:

ScotchTM brand pressure-sensitive film box
sealing tapes.

5. Tape Width:
48 mm [2.0 in] minimum to

72 mm [3.0 in] maximum

6. Tape Roll Diameter:
Up to 405 mm [16.0 in] maximum on a

76.2 mm [3.0 in] diameter core.
(Accommodates all system roll lengths of

Scotch

TM

brand film tapes.)

7. Tape Application Leg Length – Standard:
70 mm ± 6 mm [2.75 in ±.25 in]

Tape Application Leg Length – Optional:

(See "Special Set-Up Procedure", page 24)

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.

50 mm ± 6 mm [2.00 in ±.25 in]

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.

(Specifications continued on next page)

7

Specifications (Continued)

9. Box Weight and Size Capacities:

Weight

Maximum – up to 38.6 kg [85 pounds]
Minimum – contents must support top flaps and
weight must be sufficient to hold bottom flaps
fully closed.

Box Size

OUTER COLUMNS IN STANDARD POSITION
MINIMUM

Length – 205 mm [8.00 in]
Width – 133 mm [5.25 in]
Height – 127 mm [5.00 in]

MAXIMUM

Length – Not Limited
Width – 508 mm [20.0 in]
Height – 533 mm [21.0 in]

OUTER COLUMNS IN OPTIONAL RAISED
POSITION

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 Must Be Greater Than .5
Box Height

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

MINIMUM

Length – 205 mm [8.00 in]
Width – 130 mm [5.25 in]
Height – 232 mm [9.12 in]

MAXIMUM

Length – Not Limited
Width – 508 mm [20.00 in]
Height – 644 mm [25.38 in]

(Specifications continued on next page.)

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Specifications (Continued)

10. Machine Dimensions:

W W1 L H A* B C** F

Minimum

millimeters 970 1010 1180 1675 460 510 108 770
[Inches] [38.25] [39.75] [46.50] [66.00] [18.00] [20.00] [4.25] [30.38]

Maximum

millimeters 1955 690
[Inches] - - - - - - [77.00]*** - - [27.25] - - - -

* Exit conveyor is optional
** Casters are optional
*** When columns are adjusted to upper position, "H" maximum dimension is 2062 mm [81.19 inches]. (See
"Special Set-Up Procedure – Outer Column Re-Positioning", page 24)

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

208 kg [460 pounds] 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.

9

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 your 3M Representative.

Machine Set-Up

Important – Read "Warnings" on page 17
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. 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 Figures 3-1 and 3-2 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 set­up the machine, however, other tools supplied by
the customer will be required for machine mainte­nance.

5. Ensure that the tape drum bracket assembly,
located on the lower taping head, is mounted
straight down, as shown in Figure 2-1A. The
tape drum bracket assembly can be pivoted to
provide tape roll clearance in certain cases.

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

CAUTION – Machine weighs
approximately 208 kg [460 pounds]

uncrated.

7. 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 510 mm [20 in]
minimum to 690 mm [27.25 in] maximum.

Note – Minimum machine bed height can be
reduced to 400 mm [15.75 inch] by moving
outer columns up one set of mounting holes.

However, this change also reduces minimum

box height of 127 mm [5.00 inch] to 232 mm
[9.12 inch]. (See "Special Set-Up Procedure
– Outer Column Re-positioning", page 24.)

PACKAGING AND SEPARATE PARTS

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

2. Remove protective wrapping around machine.

3. Remove hardware that secures case sealer legs
to pallet.

4. Cut cable ties that secure upper assembly to
machine bed on each side of machine. Remove
and discard cable ties and foam blocks.

Refer to Figure 2-1C and set the machine bed
height as follows:

a. Use appropriate material handling

equipment and blocking techniques to raise
the machine frame to allow adequate leg
adjustment.

b. Loosen, but do not remove, two M8 x 16

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.

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Installation and Set-Up (Continued)

Figure 2-1 – Conveyor Bed Height Adjustment and Lower Tape Drum Bracket Position

OUTBOARD TAPE ROLL MOUNTING (Lower
Taping Head Alternate Position)

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 2-1B.

TAPING HEADS

Tape Width – the taping heads have been pre­set to accommodate 72 mm [3 inch] wide tape
rolls. To apply 48 mm [2 inch] or 42 mm
[1.75 inch] wide tapes, refer to Section II,
"Adjustments – Tape Web Alignment", page 11.

Tape Leg Length – taping heads are pre-set to
apply 70 mm [2.75 in] long tape legs. To
change tape legs to 50 mm [2.0 inch], refer to
Section I, "Special Set-Up Procedure –
Changing Tape Leg Length", page 24.

BOX SIZE CAPACITY OF CASE SEALER

At its factory setting, the case sealer handles
box sizes up to 533 mm [21.00 in] maximum
height. If larger capacity is needed, the
machine can be adjusted to accommodate
boxes up to 644 mm [25.38 in] high. Refer to
page 24, "Special Set-Up Procedures – Outer
Column Re-positioning", for set-up procedure.

Note – Adjusting machine to accommodate 644
mm [25.38 in] high boxes also increases
minimum box size to 232 mm [9.12 in].

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Installation and Set-Up (Continued)

PNEUMATIC CONNECTION

WARNING – Use care when working
with compressed air.

The case sealer requires a 6.5 bar gauge
pressure [95 PSIG], 110 litre/min @ 21° C,

1.01 bar [3.75 SCFM] compressed air supply.
Using customer supplied air hose (8 mm [.31 in]

I.D.) and clamp provided with machine, connect
plant air to barbed fitting on inlet side of
"On/Off" valve. See Figure 2-2.

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

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

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AND CONTROLS

The electrical control box, located on the lower
right side of the machine frame, contains the
pre-set circuit breaker. The control box can be
located on the opposite side of the machine
frame if desired. A standard three conductor
power cord with plug is provided at the back of
the electrical control box for 115 Volt, 60 Hz, 6.4
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 the 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.

Figure 2-2 – Pneumatic Connection

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.

12

Operation

IMPORTANT – Before operating the case sealer, read the "Important Safeguards", pages 3-6 and
"Warnings" on page 17 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 case sealer.
Also see Figures 3-1 and 3-2 in Section II for taping head components.

Figure 3-1 – Case Sealer Components

13

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
left side guard on the infeed end of the
machine.

Note – The case sealer has a circuit breaker

located in the electrical control box on the

lower right side of the machine frame. If

circuit becomes overloaded and circuit

breaker trips, see "Maintenance – Circuit

Breaker", page 22.

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. The factory set
point if 95 PSIG. To re-adjust pressure, pull
knob up and turn to desired pressure. 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

3 E-Stop Switch

The E-Stop switch kills electrical power and
exhaust air pressure from the drive belt
assemblies. The upper head assembly will
raise to its upper most position. To restart
machine, rotate E-stop switch (releases switch
latch) and then restart machine by pressing
electrical switch "I" (On) button on side guard
of machine.

4 Door

The door is equipped with a safety interlock
which kills electrical power and exhaust air
pressure from the drive belt assemblies. The
upper head assembly will raise to its upper
most position when the door is opened.

WARNING – The E-Stop switch or

door must not be used for raising
the upper head assembly for maintenance
work. If these are used the upper head
assembly could lower during maintenance
work causing injury to personnel.

Figure 3-4 – Air Regulator, Drive Belts

5 Raising Switch, Upper Taping Head Frame

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

6 Centering Switch, Box Drive Belts

This pneumatic switch controls the closing
(centering) of the drive belts. When switch is
activated by a box passing under it, the drive
belts close and center the box.

7 Air Pressure Regulator, Box Drive Belt

Centering – Figure 3-4.
This regulator is used to adjust drive belt
centering pressure. The factory set point is 5
turns clockwise. If more pressure is needed to
center box, turn knob clockwise to desired
pressure. If box is being crushed, turn knob
counterclockwise to relieve pressure.
Regulator is locked by tightening screw.

8 Air Pressure Gauge, Upper Taping Head

Frame

This gauge, used in conjunction with the upper
frame air regulator, provides operator with a
reference pressure setting for various size/
weight boxes.

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Operation (Continued)

Figure 3-5 – Air Regulator, Upper Taping Head

Frame

9 Air Pressure Regulator, Upper Taping

Head Frame – Figure 3-5

Set nominally to control "down" pressure
against box. The factory set point is 15 PSIG
[1 bar]. The regulator setting is adjusted as
necessary to allow free movement of boxes
through taping heads while maintaining boxes
flaps in fully closed position. Decreasing air
pressure will increase down pressure on
boxes while increasing air pressure will
decrease down force on boxes.

For boxes which are fully packed with
products that support the top flaps, the
adjustment of this regulator is not critical since
the boxes can support the pressure of the
upper frame at a wide range of regulator
settings. However, if under-filled or fragile
boxes are sealed, this regulator is used to set
the upper frame at the minimum setting while
still maintaining adequate closure of boxes.

Figure 3-6 – Latching Knob, Upper Taping Head

Frame

To raise and latch the upper frame:

1. Push and hold the upper frame raising
switch "A".

2. Push and hold latching knob "B".

3. Release switch "A".

4. Release knob "B".

5. Shut off air supply.

To release and lower the upper frame:

1. Turn on air supply.

2. Push and release switch "A".

WARNING – Do not put hands

beneath upper taping head frame
when upper frame lowers to its rest
position. Severe personal injury could
result.

The air regulator is adjusted by pulling out to
adjust and pushing in to lock the setting as
shown in Figure 3-5.

10 Main Air Pressure Gauge

Indicates main air regulator pressure setting.
Air regulator should be adjusted so gauge
reads 6.5 bar gauge pressure [95 PSIG].

11 Latching Knob, Upper Taping Head Frame

–Figure 3-6

The mechanical latch is provided to hold the
upper frame at the fully raised position for
tape threading and maintenance.

12 Indicator, Air Pressure

An "Optical" Warning Indicator for the
compressed air circuit of the machine is
located on the upper taping head frame just
behind the red "Stop" button. When indicator
is "Red", air circuit is on.

13 Box Exit Cams

These cams, when tripped by exiting box,
signal drive belts to return to their fully open
(rest) position.

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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.

2. Turn electrical and air supply off when machine is not in use.

3. Before turning drive belts on, be sure no tools or other objects are on the conveyor bed.

4. Keep hands and loose clothing away from moving belts.

5. Never attempt to remove jammed boxes from the machine while machine is running.

6. Be aware of the pneumatically controlled movement of the upper frame and drive belts.
Keep away from these components when air and electrical supplies are on.

7. 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.

8. Both the upper and lower taping heads utilize extremely sharp knife blades. The blades are
located under the orange blade 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 blade location.
Keep hands out of these areas except as necessary to service the taping heads.

9. Failure to comply with these warnings can result in severe personal injury and/or equipment
damage.

Tape Loading/Threading

See Section II, pages 7 and 8.

Note – If lower tape drum is mounted in lower
outboard position remove taping head from
machine bed by pulling straight up, insert
threading needle in taping head and replace
taping head. Install tape roll on drum (adhesive
on tape leg up), thread tape leg under knurled
roller on outboard mount, then attach tape leg to
threading needle and pull tape through taping
head with threading needle.

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