Users Manual
SS Finisher
Operation / Maintenance
and Parts List
AVERY DENNISON
Manual Edition 3.0
26 October 2015
Manual Part Number 421385
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WARNING
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operations.
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference
Causing Equipment Régulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du
Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada
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Contents
Warranty Information 5
Operation 7
Specification .............................................................................................................................. 9
Ultra Sonic Power Supply ........................................................................................................ 10
Machine Parts .......................................................................................................................... 13
Threading Fabric ...................................................................................................................... 14
Adjustments 16
Ultra Sonic Horn "Stack" ......................................................................................................... 16
Squaring the Horn to the Blade ................................................................................................ 17
Ground Detection Sonic Cutter ................................................................................................ 17
Leveling the Top Blade ............................................................................................................ 18
Adjusting Knife Spring Pressure: ............................................................................................. 18
Adjusting Knife Pressure ......................................................................................................... 19
Proximity Switch Adjustment .................................................................................................. 19
Maintenance 21
Horn Replacement ................................................................................................................... 21
Replacing the Top Knife Blade ................................................................................................ 22
Trouble Shooting 23
Ultrasonic Noise ...................................................................................................................... 23
Sonic Troubleshooting ................................ ................................ ................................ ............. 24
Control Panel Operation .......................................................................................................... 25
Indicator Lights ........................................................................................................................ 25
Instrument Panel ...................................................................................................................... 27
Contrast Sensor Adjustment ..................................................................................................... 29
LCD Display ............................................................................................................................ 30
Recommended Spare Parts: ..................................................................................................... 31
Troubleshooting Electrical ....................................................................................................... 32
Appendix A – Manufacturers of Hearing Protectors 33
Appendix B – Error Messages 34
Appendix C – Label/Machine Speed 35
Appendix D – Multi-color Contrast Sensor 37
Appendix E – Checking Roll Direction 44
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Electrical Schematic 47
115V / 230V Schematic – Branson System ............................................................................. 48
Machine Interface Board Jumper Position ............................................................................... 49
Assembly Drawings Mechanical 51
Unwind Assembly .................................................................................................................... 52
Unwind Parts List ..................................................................................................................... 53
Feed Pressure Roller Assembly ................................................................................................ 54
Knife Assembly ........................................................................................................................ 56
Knife Parts List ........................................................................................................................ 57
External Fan Assembly ............................................................................................................ 58
External Fan Parts List ............................................................................................................. 59
Conveyor Assembly ................................................................................................................. 60
Conveyor Parts List .................................................................................................................. 61
Stacker Assembly ..................................................................................................................... 62
Stacker Parts List ..................................................................................................................... 63
Tamper Assembly .................................................................................................................... 64
Tamper Parts List ..................................................................................................................... 65
Drive Assembly ........................................................................................................................ 66
Drive Parts List ........................................................................................................................ 67
Contrast Sensor Assembly ....................................................................................................... 68
Contrast Sensor Parts List ........................................................................................................ 69
Cover Assembly ....................................................................................................................... 70
Cover Parts List........................................................................................................................ 71
Revision Record ....................................................................................................................... 72
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Warranty Information
Avery Dennison Retail Information Systems, In-Plant Printing Solutions provides the following warranty policy.
Scope
Warranties against defects from workmanship for equipment and parts manufactured and sold from Sayre,
PA. Includes time and material except as otherwise noted below.
Time
New equipment and parts: 6 months
Refurbished equipment and parts: 90 days
Warranty period starts when equipment ships from selling location.
General Conditions
Avery Dennison extends warranty coverage under the following conditions.
Equipment and parts will perform within published specifications. Promised or implied statements by any
Avery Dennison employee or representative will not be deemed to vary the terms of the warranty.
Equipment and parts must be installed and operated according to recommended procedures and
operating conditions.
Consumable elements are not covered. Consumable elements are those that show normal wear from
typical equipment usage including, without limitation, printheads, knives, rollers in contact with the web,
and sonic units. Avery Dennison reserves the right to determine which elements are defined as
“consumable.”
No customer maintenance may be performed except as directed by qualified Avery Dennison personnel.
Equipment and parts damaged by negligence or abuse are not covered.
Avery Dennison US reserves the right in its sole discretion to incorporate any modifications or
improvements in the machine system and machine specifications which it considers necessary but does
not assume any obligation to make said changes in equipment previously sold.
Equipment Purchased In US and Shipped In US
Avery Dennison US covers warranty for equipment and parts installed and operated in the Americas
(United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, Caribbean Region, and South America excluding
Brazil).
Outside the US, the local Avery Dennison office is responsible for equipment and parts warranty.
Customers must ensure coverage during machine purchase.
Equipment purchased and exported to regions outside local Avery Dennison office coverage are not
covered by warranty. The purchasing agent must acquire a service contract from the Avery Dennison
office where the equipment or parts are operated to ensure machine coverage. For example, if an agent
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purchases a printer in the US, exports to Brazil, and then needs warranty coverage, Avery Dennison Brazil
has no obligation to provide warranty coverage. The agent must purchase services from Avery Dennison
Brazil.
THE WARRANTIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHER WARRANTY
OF QUALITY OR PERFORMANCE, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. EXCEPT THE WARRANTY OF
TITLE, IN NO EVENT SHALL AVERY DENNISON BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF AVERY DENNISON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY
OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Service
When ordering machines and supplies in the U.S.A., reference all
correspondence to the address below.
AVERY DENNISON Corporation
170 Monarch Lane
Miamisburg, OH 45342
Call: 1-800-214-0872 or (937) 865-2123
For spare parts, requests for service or technical support, contact
AVERY DENNISON Corporation
170 Monarch Lane
Miamisburg, OH 45342
Call: 1-800-214-0872 or (937) 865-2123
For parts and service in other countries, please contact your local AVERY DENNISON supplier.
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Operation
Theory of Operation
The SS Finisher was designed to cut and stack pre-printed woven
polyester stock. The machine uses ultrasonic vibrations to cut and seal
the label producing a cut edge is as soft and smooth as the original label
tape. The SS Finisher will accept label tapes that were printed on a
variety of different machines.
Safety Issues / Warnings
This machine has some pinch points and hot surfaces. All of these areas
have been well guarded and it is recommended that the safety features
of this machine are never altered or defeated.
Since ultrasonic is high frequency sound, some noise will be produced as
it makes its cut. It is recommended that people in the immediate area
wear ear protection. (See appendix “A” for a list of manufacturers of
hearing protection.)
Warning:
High voltage is present in the power supply. Never attempt to
operate the unit with the cover off.
To prevent the possibility of electrical shock, make sure the
power supply is properly grounded.
Keep hands from under horn. High pressure and vibrations can
cause injury to hands and fingers.
Large plastic parts may vibrate within the audible frequency
range when cutting. If this occurs, use ear protection to prevent
possible injury.
Do not allow the ultrasonically activated horn to touch a metal
base or metal fixture.
Do not press the “TEST” switch when the converter is removed
from the equipment.
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Customer Responsibility
Location of SS Finisher
The SS Finisher weighs approximately 114 Lbs. (52Kg). A table of
sufficient quality and strength to handle the load of the SS Finisher and
supplies must be supplied. The work surface recommended is 96” wide
x 30” deep x 32” high.
The SS Finisher should be located in an area that the ultrasonic noise
emitted from the cutting operation will not affect others. AVERY
DENNISON has taken many steps to keep the SS Finisher noise to the
lowest level. The SS Finisher is not recommended for an office
environment.
The power source of the SS Finisher should be a dedicated line. The
first sign that the SS Finisher is not being supplied with sufficient power is
the ultrasonic’s will stop cutting, but the rest of the SS Finisher will appear
fully functional.
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Specification
Label Size
Max: up to 1.57" (40mm) – (1 9/16” (40mm) Tested) web x up to 5" (127 mm) feed - cut
and stacked
- Up to 10.0" (255mm) feed – Without stacking
- Add 05420048K Kit 10” tray to stack
Min: 5/8" (16mm) web x 1" (25.4mm) feed - See chart Appendix C
Justification
Material must be centered over ultrasonic horn.
Sense Mark
The material must have a pre-printed sense mark on the top side. The sense mark must be
a minimum of 1/8” (3.2mm) in the feed direction and ¼” (6.35mm) across the web. The
sense mark must have a clear space of at least 0.3” (7.6mm) just prior to the sense mark.
Speed
Operator adjustable to match speed of printer
Stock
100% polyester uncoated woven fabrics
Interface
Cabling to printers and to Sonics – Full stacker shut off only
Control
Panel
Push-button SS Finisher functions with 2 Line x 24 Character International LCD Backlit
Display
Dimensions
20.0" (508mm) high x 26" (660mm) wide x 15" (381mm) deep
Weight
114 Lbs. (52Kg.)
Electrical
90-132 / 180-265 VAC 50-60Hz 10/5 Amp - factory set
Temperature
41F (5C) to 104F (40C)
Humidity
5% to 90% non-condensing
Other
Features
- Life Counts
- Operator adjustable: cut position
- Error Detection of: guard open, full stacker
- Self Diagnostics
- Missed sense mark detection and correction
- Reflective Sensor (Top of Web Only)
Options
- Flag cutting – (Same length as label only)
- Spare Parts Kit
- International Hardware Kit
- 05420048K – Kit, 10” stacker tray option - field
The SS Finisher is a modular design. It can be used with any of AVERY DENNISON
fabric printers including the SNAP 500, SNAP 500 2 over 1 and SNAP 700.
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Ultra Sonic Power Supply
SG3510 CT
100
LOAD
50
100
200
100
6
MS
10
9
8
7
0
5
4
3
2
1
US-TIME
6
MS
1
10
9
8
7
0
5
4
3
2
1
TEST
CUTTING-CONTROL
POWER
OVERTEMP
OVERLOAD
TUNING
AUTO MAIN
10
ULTRASONICS
TELESONIC
TEST
2
10
20
NOTE: The power supply is adjusted for proper operation at the factory.
DO NOT change any of the adjustments on the power supply.
Caution
Only qualified technicians should service the power supply.
The ultrasonic attachment is made up of several components. They are
the power supply, the horn assembly and the connecting cable. In
addition there is a knife assembly with a changeable tool steel blade.
The power supply should be located next to the SS Finisher. This unit
generates electrical pulses at 35 KHz to the converter. All guards must
be closed for the Sonics to be activated. The power supply contains a
"TEST" button, power indicator light, Auto/MAN switch, Cutting and USTime controls and a relative power gauge.
The Ultrasonic Power Supply is pre-programmed for the correct settings
at the factory. The following instructions describe how to check and
change these settings.
IMPORTANT: FOR PROPER OPERATION, USE THE FACTORY
SETTINGS AT ALL TIMES. CHANGING THESE SETTINGS MAY
RENDER THE SONIC KNIFE INOPERABLE, REDUCE THE
QUALITY OF THE CUT AND/OR REDUCE THE RELIABILITY
OF THE SONIC KNIFE.
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Settings
37 PIN CONNECTOR
CABLE
COAXIAL CONVERTER
AC POWER CABLE
The Power Supply is set properly at the factory. Any changes to the
factory setting may result in improper operation. If necessary, the factory
settings may be restored as follows:
AUTO/MAN switch AUTO
CUTTING CONTROL 0
US-TIME 0
Test Button
The "Test" button can be used to check the operation of the sonic stack
assembly. This is done by depressing the switch while observing the
power indicator. If more than 2 bars are illuminated, the stack requires
repair.
AUTO/MAN Switch
The AUTO/MAN switch should always be in the AUTO position.
CUTTING-CONTROL and US-TIME Controls
The CUTTING-CONTROL and US-TIME Controls should always be set
to 0.
Power
"Power" on pilot light indicates when the power supply is on. This only
indicates that the power supply is connected to the line power. Ultrasonic
energy is only generated during the actual cut cycle. This is indicated by
the green light next to the US_TIME control.
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Connecting the Ultrasonic Power Supply Power Cord
NOTE: The Ultrasonic Power Supply has a power switch. Once powered
on the Ultrasonic energy is only generated during the cut cycle.
Line cord
Plug the line cord into the mating receptacle on the back of the power
supply and secure it with the metal bail. Plug the other end of the line
cord into the line (mains) receptacle.
Sonic Stack Cable
The Sonic Stack Cable plugs into the mating connector on the rear of the
Power Supply. Insert the plug firmly into the socket until it is fully seated.
Power Supply Control Cable
The Power Supply Control Cable plugs into the 37-pin connector on the
rear of the Power Supply. Plug in the cable and secure with the retaining
screws.
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Machine Parts
Control Panel
Power Supply
Exit Conveyor
Stacker
Fabric Guide Adjust
Fabric Guides
Ultrasonic Horn
Feed Open Lever
Sensor
Dancer Arm
Roller
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Threading Fabric
Feed Open Lever
Sensor Adjust
Knob
Fabric Guide
Adjust Knob
Preliminary Adjustments
Fabric Guide Adjustment - Rotate the Fabric Guide Adjust Knob until the
self-centering guides are at the correct width. Slide the fabric in the slots
of the two guides to test the width setting. The fabric should slide without
buckling (too narrow) or excessive side-to-side motion (too wide). Adjust
the guides evenly on both sides, as the fabric must run centered through
the machine. If necessary, center the Fabric Guide over the fabric by
adjusting the Fabric Guide Bar Adjust.
The Feed Pressure Roller is spring-loaded which places constant
pressure on the fabric. Use the Feed Open Lever to hold the Feed
Pressure Roller open for easy threading. Lower the Feed Pressure Roller
when ready to operate the machine.
Sensor Adjust - Adjust the sensor in the web direction so that the printed
sensemark on the fabric will align with the sensor beam.
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Fabric Threading Procedure
Feed Open Lever
Adjust the Fabric Guide to the proper Fabric width
Open the Knife Assembly Plastic Cover
Place the Feed Open Lever in the vertical position, opening the Feed
Pressure Roller.
Open the Exit Conveyor
Grasp the fabric material and thread as follows:
1. Under the dancer arm roller
2. Up into the Feed Guide
3. Between the Feed Guide slots
4. Under the sensor
5. Under the Feed Pressure Roller
6. Under the ultrasonic knife blade
7. Into the Exit Conveyor
8. Position the fabric so that a sensemark is 10-15mm before the
sensor
9. Position the Feed Open Lever so that the Feed Pressure Roller
closes.
10. Close the Exit Conveyor and Knife Assembly Plastic Cover.
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11. Press the Start to operate the machine.
Adjustments
FRONT COVER
Ultra Sonic Horn "Stack"
The "Converter / Horn" assembly is called the "Stack". The stack
generates the ultrasonic energy that cuts and fuses the ends of the
fabric.
The converter receives the electrical pulses from the power supply and
converts them to mechanical lineal motion. This motion is then amplified
as it goes through the “Horn”. This causes the horn to vibrate at 35 KHz
acting like a tiny impact hammer. This action causes friction heat that
cuts and fuses the label tape.
CAUTION: The horn can cause burns if touched during operation
The SS Finisher has been set-up at the factory to run a checkout stock
as the minimum checkout requirement. Depending on the shipping
destination and the information supplied to the factory, the actual
production job the customer has ordered will be tested.
At times the unit will require adjustment and maintenance. The top knife
will need to be replaced and squared, the stack will also need to be
adjusted to cut in a new location, and general tuning will need to be done
to keep the SS Finisher in top running condition. The following sections
are in order of procedure to set-up the knife and to keep the SS Finisher
cutting properly.
Remove Front Cover to Make Adjustments
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Squaring the Horn to the Blade
ROTATE
To square the Horn to the Blade, first loosen and remove the 2 cap
screws, shown above. Remove the outer bracket as show. This will
allow the stack to rotate. Once they are loose, place a 3/16 ball driver
next to the deck (far side of horn) and slide entire stack against the ball
driver as a guide to square the horn to the deck. Replace the bracket
and 2 screws.
Ground Detection Sonic Cutter
The SS Finisher has a Ground Detect Circuit that turns the sonic power
off after the blade has cut through the fabric. This reduces blade wear
and increases the life and reliability of the blade.
The blade holder and blade is electrically isolated from the frame of the
machine. A wire is attached to the blade holder. A circuit looks to see
when the blade comes in contact with the horn surface and shuts down
the sonic power source.
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Leveling the Top Blade
ADJUSTING NUT
KNIFE BLADE
SPRING
LOCK KNOB
CAUTION: Turn off the power to the power supply only.
Remove the material from the horn and knife blade area. Use a 5/32”
“T”-handle or Allen wrench to loosen the two leveling screws located
each side of the pivot pin on the knife blade holder. Jog the machine with
the START/TEST buttons to bring the blade to the horn surface under full
pressure. Evenly tighten the two leveling screws located each side of the
pivot pin on the knife blade holder.
Turn the sonic power supply back on. Cut some fabric to determine if the
blade is level. If not level – repeat the above procedure.
Adjusting Knife Spring Pressure:
The .750 gap setting shown below – under “Knife Pressure” - is the initial
starting point for a new knife blade. As the knife begins to show
intermittent labels not being cut clean then an adjustment is needed to
the spring pressure.
If the knife is not cutting the label clean and delivering a cut single label to
the stacker then the knife should be checked for level (see leveling
procedure). NOTE: Never pull the labels apart to use them as they can
fray when washed. If no improvement is seen, make sure the “Lock
Knob” is tight, then increase the pressure one flat on the adjusting nut. If
no improvement is seen then increase one more flat of the adjusting nut.
This procedure can be repeated several times during the life of the upper
blade until the pressure will no longer cut. At this point the pressure is
greater than the power of the Sonics and will stall the horn, replace the
blade.
Note: Bring the Adjusting Nut back to the .750” gap setting
whenever a new blade is installed.
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Adjusting Knife Pressure
.750
.015
POSITION
START & OPERATION
This new design comes with factory set knife pressure. The following
diagram shows the factory settings for pressure with a new top blade.
Should the unit stop cutting, the knife blade should be leveled first, and if
unsuccessful, add pressure with the “Adjusting Knife Spring Pressure”
instructions above.
A means to adjust this pressure is built into the knife linkage. To make
this adjustment, first the .015” gap must be set - followed by the .750”
gap.
To set the .015” gap, jog the machine until the knife blade is in its full
down position with no fabric under the blade. Loosen the LOCK KNOB
and turn the ADJUSTMENT NUT until the gap is at .015”. Retighten the
LOCK KNOB.
To set the .750” gap, jog the machine until the knife blade is in its full
down position with no fabric under the blade. Loosen the screw on the
ADJUSTING NUT; turn the ADJUSTMENT NUT until the gap is .750”.
Tighten the setscrew.
Proximity Switch Adjustment
The Proximity Switch triggers the Ultrasonic Power Supply to begin
generating Ultrasonic energy during the cut. If the Proximity switch is not
adjusted properly, the Power Supply will not be triggered and the unit will
not cut.
The Proximity Sensor Flag (see illustrations below) should be adjusted as
shown. The flag should be positioned so that there is a 0.015” (0.4mm)
gap between the Flag and the face of the Switch. When the C-Sensor
flag is in the six o’clock positions, the proximity flag should be
approximately 90 degrees above the proximity sensor.
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Note: Above view is looking down on top of machine.
Knife linkage
to be at six
o’clock
Flag sensor to
be at six
o’clock
Proximity Sensor
Flag to be at
twelve o’clock
Note: Above view, looking at flag and sensor toward the exit conveyor
side of machine.
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Maintenance
CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY
SONIC MOUNTING BRACKET
SPACERS
MOUNT SCREWS
1000W SONIC STACK
Horn Replacement
1. Remove the out feed Conveyor Assembly by loosening the mount
screws located inside the machine, behind the machine upright plate.
2. Make sure to save the spacers that mount the out feed Conveyor
Assembly away from the upright.
3. Removed the sonic mounting bracket by loosening the mounting
bracket screws.
4. Remove the sonic stack and replace with a new, or rebuilt sonic
stack assembly.
5. Install components in reverse order.
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Replacing the Top Knife Blade
LEVELING SCREWS
KNIFE BLADE MOUNT
KNIFE BLADE
Upper blade wear is caused by the abrasion from the ultrasonic vibration
when the horn face and the edge of the blade are in contact. There are
four major adjustments that control the life of the upper blade. The first is
a properly tuned power supply. Second is the blade parallel the horn
face. Third is the amount of pressure between the blade and the horn
(factory setting .750”). Fourth is the dwell time between the blade edge
and the horn face after the cut has been made (factory setting .015”).
The following is a guide to properly replace the upper knife blade.
Note:
When removing the knife blade, the blade may seem tightly mounted to
the knife mount pin. Pull blade off of mount pin by pulling from the top of
the blade.
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