Electrolux F4VA1 User Manual

F4VA1

Shirt finisher

Usage and Maintenance

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Index

1. Introduction 4

1.1. Content and purpose of this manual 4

1.2. Safety precautions 4

1.3. Residual risks 4

1.4. Manufacturer’s liability 4

2. Description of the machine 5

2.1. How to identify the machine 5

2.2. Technical specifications 5

3. Installation 6

3.1. Upon receiving the goods 6

3.2. Packing list 6

3.3. Electrical connections 6

3.4. Compressed air connection 6

3.5. Steam connection 6

4. Use 8

4.1. Safety precautions 8

4.2. Before starting 8

4.3. Operation 8

4.4. In case of emergency 8

4.5. Upon terminating work 8

4.6. Fine adjustments 8

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5. Use of the control board 11

5.1. PROGRAMMING section - basic features 11

5.2. PROGRAMMING section - advanced features 11

5.3. Pressing cycle counter meters 11

5.4. EXCLUSION section 11

5.5. MANUAL CONTROLS section 12

5.6. Operating MODE 12

6. Maintenance 14

6.1. Maintenance allowed to the user 14

6.2. Maintenance to be carried out by the technician every six months 14

7. Troubleshooting 15

7.1 Control board self-diagnosis 15

8. Machine stop 17

8.1. Prolonged stop 17

8.2. Transportation 17

8.3. Decommissioning 17

9. Technical diagrams 19

10. Spare parts diagrams 24

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Introduction

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1. Introduction

1.1. Content and purpose of this manual

This manual contains instructions concerning the installation and
maintenance of pressing equipment in conformity to the present
European Community Directive. Therefore you will find information
on the following subjects:

• Information on machine technical features;

• Instructions on installation and operating of the machine.

• Instructions on maintenance and servicing.

• Technical diagrams

• Exploded views of spare parts

This manual is for the user, the installer and the technician; they will
have to read and understand it carefully before installing, using or
servicing the machine.
This manual should be kept with the machine and read before
operation; in case of loss or damage please ask the builder for a
new copy.
The builder is not responsible for any consequences arising from the
neglecting of all instructions reported in this manual.

The content of this manual is property of the manufacturer. Duplication
of this manual is forbidden.

1.2. Safety precautions

Ignoring the following safety precautions can cause damage either to
people, linen, animals and to the machine.
The following symbols, on the machine and in this manual, advise
about possible risks.

Legend of the safety symbols found on the machine and in this
book:

Warning: live electricity

General warning: follow instructions to avoid damage to
the machine or to people.

Warning: hot surface / burn hazard

Warning: high temperature

To prevent fire hazard or explosions do not stand near the machine
with explosive or inflammable products.

Use of the machine is allowed only to professional operators who
have been trained on how to operate the machine. In any case the
use of the machine is forbidden to children under 14 years of age.

Do not remove safety protection devices.

Do not leave machine unattended while in operation.

Do not remove safety symbols from the machine

1.3. Residual risks

Residual risks are defined as those derived from normal machine
utilisation that could not be eliminated by manufacturer.
The risk assessment has determined only one risk that cannot be
eliminated: the risk of touching the heated front clamp. The risk is
highlighted to the user in this manual and on the machine.

WARNING - BURN HAZARD - The front clamp may

the machine is on.

reach very high temperature. Do not touch it while

1.4. Manufacturer’s liability

This manual instructions are not intended to substitute, but only to
combine obligations of current legislation on safety standards.
With reference to information included in this manual, the
manufacturer is not responsible in case of:

• neglect of local safety standards during machine utilisation;

• incorrect installation of the machine;

• neglect or incorrect observance of instructions included in this
manual;

• faults of voltage or of the feeding systems;

• connection to electrical plant non compliant with EC safety
requirement, in particular if the plant lacks grounding, thermal
magnetic protection and differential protection;

• unauthorized changes on the machine;

• utilisation of the machine by unauthorized, untrained or non­professional operators;

• neglect of maintenance operations;

• use of non original spare parts.

Risk of injury to hands of feet

Wear gloves

Wear protective shoes

Wear a helmet

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Carefully read the entire manual before installing, operating or
servicing the machine.
Installation and maintenance the product described in this manual
must be performed by authorised and qualified technicians who
know the products and are acquainted with standards for installation
of industrial pressing equipment.
The builder is not responsible for external connections not duly
performed.

The product described in this manual must be used only to iron
garments and linen. Any other use is forbidden unless builder
authorizes it in writing.
Do not press fabrics contaminated by dangerous substances such
as explosives, inflammable, etc. Make sure they are rinsed or aired
before ironing.

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Description of the machine

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2. Description of the
machine

The unit described in this manual is a form finisher for pressing wet
shirts. This shirt finisher is designed for:

• Garment manufacturing industries;

• Large and small Industrial dry cleaners;

• Garment finishing industries.
The shirt finisher must be utilized by only qualified personnel, who
have been specifically trained on this type of machinery.
The manufacturer does not accept any responsibility for damage
caused to persons or things due to improper, erroneous or unreason­able utilization of the machine.

2.1. How to identify the machine

The machine is identified by a technical data plate. The plate is found
on the back of the machine, as shown in Figure 2.1. Do not alter or
modify in any way the data on the identification plate. Do not remove
the identification plate.

Figure 2.1 - Identification plate

Figure 2.2 - Machine dimensions

Description of the data in the identification plate

Serial N 5 digits serial number

Type Product code

V Tension

Hz Frequency (cycles)

kW Power absorption

Date Date of production

2.2. Technical specifications

Refer to Table 2.3 for technical specifications.
Figure 2.1 shows the dimensions of the machine.

This manual describes all the versions of the machine. Be-

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fore reading the manual identify the version of the ma­chine you own by reading the machine “type” in the technical
data plate. While reading the manual take into account only
the information related to the version of machine you own.

Table 2.3 - Technical specifications

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Electrical requirements

Steam inlet

Condensate return

Air inlet

Blowing motor

Suction motor

Front clamp

Steam pressure

Air pressure

Steam comsumption

Air consumption

Net/Gross Weight

Noise

Ambient temperature

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400V 3N50Hz 220V 3 60Hz 400V 3N 50Hz 400V 3N 50Hz 220V 3 60Hz

500 - 600 kPa 80 PSI 500 - 600 kPa 500 - 600 kPa 80 PSI

600 - 700 kPa 80 PSI 600 - 700 kPa 600 - 700 kPa 80 PSI

45 - 50 kg/h 100 - 110 lbs/hr 45 - 50 kg/h 45 - 50 kg/h 100 - 110 lbs/hr

14 nl/min 0,5 cfm 14 nl/min 14 nl/min 0,5 cfm

270/300 kg 595/660 lbs 290/320 kg 300/330 kg 640/705 lbs

15 to 40 °C 60 to 105 °F 15 to 40 °C 15 to 40 °C 60 to 105 °F

Type

5202 5202T226T 5212 5222 5232

1/2” 1/2” 1/2” 1/2” 1/2”

1/2” 1/2” 1/2” 1/2” 1/2”

1/4” 1/4” 1/4” 1/4” 1/4”

2,85kW 3,8 HP 2,85kW 2,85kW 3,8 HP

0,6kW 0,8 HP 0,6kW 0,6kW 0,8 HP

1000W 1000W 1000W 1000W 1000W

70 dB 70 dB

Type

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Installation

3. Installation

3.1. Upon receiving the goods

The machine is delivered mounted on crate and protected by a plastic
film and, in some cases, by a cardboard box.

1. Position the crated machine near to the final location of in­stallation. The crated machine must be moved using suitable
devices, such as a forklift (Figure 3.1)

2. Unpack the machine and separate cardboard from plastic. Dis­pose of carton and plastic according to local regulations.

3. Unscrew the bolts that fix the machine to the crate

4. Move the machine from the crate to its final position.

CAUTION - To avoid damaging the machine, do not move
the machine by grabbing the form or the clamps.

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stalled: every month test the safety of the circuit by press­ing the Test button of the circuit breaker. The protection ought
to trip. If it does not, call a technician immediately, as the safety
of the equipment is impaired.

Table 3.5 - Data for electric connection

Installation Plug Power cord

400V 50Hz

210-240V
60Hz

WARNING - The power cord can be replaced only by an
authorised service center.

Plug 3P+N+T 400V 3N 16A
as per standard IEC60309

3P+T 210-240V 3 25A Type H05VV5-F

Type H05VV-F
5 x 1,5mm

4 x 14AWG

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CAUTION - The machine can be moved by

hand by experienced personnel only. Wear
gloves, helmet and protective shoes when moving the ma­chine.

3.2. Packing list

The package contains:

1. Machine, complete with all mechanical parts and tensioning

devices.

2. Plastic bag containing covers and padding (if not already in

place on the machine).

3. Mirror.

4. Instruction manual.

5. Boxes of optional items ordered with the machine (if any)
Upon receiving the goods, check that the package contains all the
above listed items.

3.2.1 Assembling disassembled parts

The machine is supplied with the control panel folded against the side
of the machine. Rotate the support of the control panel to bring it in
the most comfortable position.

Mount the mirror on the machine cabinet (see Figure 3.2):

1. Loosen the screws that hold support (2) in place;

2. Insert the tube (1) into the support (2);

3. Choose the right position for the mirror and tighten the

screws.

3.3. Electrical connections

WARNING - The electrical connection is to be made by
a licensed electrician only and according to local safety

regulations.

The manufacturer is not responsible for damage or injury caused by
improper installation.

Refer to Figure 3.3.

1. Install a multi-pole switch (circuit breaker) to facilitate installation

and service operations. See table 3.5 for rating and type of
connection.

2. In most countries the circuit breaker should include a

protection against overcurrents (e.g. thermal-magnetic circuit
breaker or fuse). If using a fuse, see power absorbtion on
the identification plate of the appliance (see figure 2.1).
In some countries the circuit breaker must include a ground
fault interrupt protection.

3. Mount a plug on the power cord, see table 3.5 for rating

4. Connect the plug to the circuit breaker. The cable should hang

in a gentle curve.

5. Check that the motor is rotating counterclockwise, otherwise

switch two of three phases wires.

3.4. Compressed air connection

WARNING - The steam connection is to be made by a li­censed technician only and according to local safety regu-

lations.

Refer to Figure 3.4.

1. Connect the machine to a compressed air source with pressure
6 bar (90 PSI) minimum

2. Make connections as indicated

3. Set the general pressure regulator on the machine at 6 bar (90
PSI)

WARNING - Do not set the pressure higher than 6 bar.
Risk of damage to the machine.

3.5. Steam connection

WARNING - The steam connection is to be made by a li­censed technician only and according to local safety regu-

lations.

Refer to Figure 3.5.

Connect the machine to a steam source with steam pressure at 5 bar
(75 PSI) capable of providing 30 Kg/h (66 lbs/hr) of steam.
The numbers in the figure indicate the following parts (not supplied
with the machine):
1 – Steam line
2 – Condensate return line
3 – Ball valve
4 – Check valve
5 – Steam trap

WARNING - Do not connect the machine to a steam line
having pressure exceeding recommended values. Risk of

serious damage to the machine and injury to people.

WARNING -The electrical line must be properly grounded
to insure the safety of the operator.

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Figure 3.1 - How to move the crated machine

Figure 3.2 - Assembling the mirror

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Figure 3.3 - Electrical connection

min 16A @ 400V 50Hz
min 25A @ 220V 60Hz

Figure 3.4 - Compressed air connection

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Figure 3.5 - Steam connections

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4. Use

The form finisher here described is made for pressing wet cleaned
shirts.

This shirt finisher is designed for:

• Garment manufacturing industries;

• Large and small Industrial dry cleaners;

• Garment finishing industries.

The shirt finisher must be utilized by qualified personnel, who have
been specifically trained on this type of machinery.

4.1. Safety precautions

During operation the unit is under electrical tension:

• Do not operate machinery with partially exposed or frayed
wiring.

• Never permit water to come into contact with machine:
danger of electrical shock, short-circuiting and damage
to machine may result.

• Do not open the machine cabinet.

The unit has various parts that reach extremely high tem­peratures:

• Do not leave the machine unattended while it is on;

• Keep all flammable substances away from machine, to
avoid risk of fire;

• Do not open machine body

• Do not replace cover and padding while machine is hot
(wait at least 2 hours after turning it off). Always check
the temperature of the form before proceeding to substi­tute covers.

The unit generates hot steam vapors - Stay clear of steam
reflex jet.

4.2. Before starting

1. Open the steam and condensate return valves

2. Open the air delivery valve

3. Turn on main power switch (2 - Figure 4.3)

4.3. Operation

Refer to figures 4.2 and 4.3

WARNING - BURN HAZARD - The front clamp may

the machine is on.

reach very high temperature. Do not touch it while

4. Grab the sides of the shirt and tense the back part of the shirt
against the form while stepping on the start pedal: the rear
clamp closes. During this operation, look in the mirror (14) to
check that there are no wrinkles in the area where the rear
clamp closes;

5. Grab the two front edges of the shirt and position them parallel
along the front part of the form;

6. The suction keeps the two parts in position. Smooth the front
edges to make sure there are no wrinkles;

7. Step on the start pedal to close the front clamp and expand
sides;

8. Insert a cuff in the cuff clamp and push button (8) to close
the clamp. If you want to re-open the clamp, push the button
again. To avoid marks insert the cuff unbuttoned and as shown
in figure 4.1;

9. Insert the other cuff in to the other clamp and push the button
to close. When the second cuff clamp closes, the machine au­tomatically starts the cycle;

10. Adjust sleeve arms height so that there are no wrinkles in the
armpit area (see paragraph 4.6.1);

11. At the end of the cycle the clamps are automatically released.

4.3.4. Use of the iron (optional)

If your shirt finisher is equipped with an iron for touch-ups (the iron
is an optional feature), the iron can be used at any time during the
pressing cycle to perfect finishing.
If you want to keep full control of the quality of the garment proceed
as follows:

1. Insert the MANUAL END function located in the “mode” section
of the control panel (C). At the end of the pressing cycle the
clamps are not released and the garment is kept in place for
visual inspection;

2. If the garment needs touch-ups: press AIR in the “manual con­trols” section of the control panel (D) to start the blowing and
inflate the garment;

3. Use the iron to finish the garment or add manual steam by
pressing the button STEAM in section (D) of the control panel;

4. Press END CYCLE in the “manual controls” section of the con­trol panel (D) to release the clamps.

- The iron must be used and rested on a stable surface;

- when placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the surface on
which the stand is placed is stable;

- the iron is not to be used if it has been dropped, if there are
visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.

4.4. In case of emergency

In case of emergency at any time during the cycle, push
the red mushroom (G). The machine will stop imme­diately any operation and the clamps will be released.
To reset the machine, turn the mushroom clockwise.

4.3.1. Position of the operator

During dressing, cycle start and undressing the operator stands in
front of the machine.

4.3.2. Settings

1. Select program number with buttons (A) on the control panel

2. Select blowing power shifting the lever (12)

Check the general pressure in the machine, displayed by

the gauge located on the air filter (3). The gauge should
display 6 bar. Use the knob on top of the air filter (3) to adjust
the general pressure.

4.3.3. Pressing

Press the Start pedal (13) to move one step forward in the dressing
sequence. If you make a mistake, press the BACK CYCLE button on
the control panel to “undo” the last step.

1. Place the shirt on the form and adjust shoulder width with the

buttons (E) and (F) on the control panel;

2. Step on the start pedal (13) to close the collar clamp;

3. Step on the start pedal to find the height;

4.5. Upon terminating work

1. Turn off the main power switch.

2. Close steam and condensate return valves.

3. Close air delivery valve.

4.6. Fine adjustments

Refer to Figure 4.3 if not otherwise specified

The machine has several fine adjustment, to match any kind of ap­plication.
Front clamp temperature: Rotate the temperature dial to adjust the

temperature of the front clamp. The temperature needed for
most fabrics is between 160 and 180 °C. This temperature must
be selected according to type of fabric and degree of extrac­tion.

Rear clamp and side clamps pressure adjustment: pull knob (18) and

rotate clockwise to increase the pressure on rear clamp and
side clamps. The pressure value is indicated by gauge (17).
When finished, push knob in to lock in position. The recom­mended value is 3 bar.

Strength of additional sleeve tension: When additional sleeve ten-

sion is activated (see parameter H04 in the next para­graph) the strength of the tension can be adjusted.

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Figure 4.1 - How to clamp the cuff

Figure 4.3 - Machine parts

(1) Control panel
(2) Main power switch
(3) Air filter
(4) Collar clamp
(5) Front clamp
(6) Front clamp temperature adjustment
(7) Cuff clamp
(8) Cuff clamp button
(9) Side expander
(10) Side clamp
(11) Front hem clamps
(12) Blowing strength adjustment
(13) START pedal
(14) Mirror
(15) Sleeves tensioning pressure adjustment
(16) Arms counter-pressure adjustment
(17) Clamps* pressure adjustment
(18) Clamps* pressure gauge
(19) Arms counter-pressure gauge
(20) Sleeves tensioning pressure gauge

* Rear clamps, side clamps and front hem clamps

Figure 4.2 - Control panel

(A) Program selection buttons
(B) Exclusion section
(C) Mode section
(D) Manual controls section
(E) Expand shoulders

(F) Retract shoulders
(G) Emergency stop
(L) Antistretch exclusion
(M) Carriage down

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The higher the value displayed by gauge (15), the lower the
tension on the sleeves. To adjust the tnesion, pull knob (20)
and turn to change the value displayed. Push the knob to lock
the value**.

Sleeve arms counter-pressure: This pressure determines how fast the

sleeve arms return to their rest position after releasing the shirt
cuffs. Check periodically that the value displayed by gauge
(16) is correct*. Otherwise, pull knob (19) and rotate to adjust
the pressure. When finished, push knob in to lock in position.

Antistretch exclusion: To exclude the antistretch, push the button (L)

on the console prior to starting a cycle. When the button is
pushed in, the side expanders keep stretching the shirt during
the cycle. When the button is released out the antistretch
feature is activated, that is, it prevents the side expanders from
ovestretching the fabric.

Carriage down button: Push and hold button (M) on the console to

lower the carriage. This feature allows to manually increase
vertical tension during the cycle.

See the next chapter “Use of the control board” to learn how
to program pressing cycles and to discover the power of the
control board.

* The recommended value is 4 bar.
** The recommended value is 2 bar.

4.6.1. Adjusting sleeve arms height

1. Loosen the knob located on the sleeve arm

2. Slide the topper part of the arm to the desired height

3. Tighten the knob

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5. Use of the control
board

The microprocessor programmer manages the pressing cycle in all of
its functions. The user can pre-set 9 pressing programs.
The control panel is subdivided into 4 sections:

• PROGRAMMING: allows storage of 9 different work programs
with programmable times and modes.

• EXCLUSION: allows partial or total exclusion of various press­ing functions.

• MODE: permits choice of various pressing cycle modes

• MANUAL CONTROLS: allows manual function of main press­ing functions.

When the machine is switched on the control panel shows the last
program used.

It is possible to adjust the brightness of the display: press to
increase, press to decrease.

5.1. PROGRAMMING section - basic fea-

tures

The programming section consists of:

• Program number display: from 1 to 9

• STEAM time display: from 00 to 99 seconds

• MIX / PAUSE time display. The two-figure display is shared by
the two functions MIX (mixed steam + air) and PAUSE (pause
between steam and blowing; used e.g. for touch ups)

• AIR time display: blowing time

• 5 programming buttons.

To program a pressing cycle, do as follows:

1. Press the button PROG ( ) on the panel. A letter “P” ap­pears in the PROG display and the STEAM time display begins
to flash.

1. Press buttons or to increase or reduce the steam time.

2. Press the PROG. button ( ) to memorize the steam time.

3. The green light MIX and the display below begin to flash: press

or to set a time of mixed steam + air after steaming, if

needed.

4. Press the PROG. button to memorize the mix time

5. The green light PAUSE and the display below begin to flash:
press or to set a pause time between steam and blowing,

if needed (e.g. for touch ups with the iron)

6. Press the PROG. button to memorize the pause time.

7. The AIR indicator starts to flash. Press or to set blowing
time.

8. Press the PROG. button. The display stops to flash. Program­ming is finished

If you need to change only one of the times, repeat all steps without
modifying the other times.

Mix and Pause times can be used or not, depending on the needs.
Table 5.1 shows the possible combinations.

5.2. PROGRAMMING section - advanced

features

The PROGRAMMING sections allows adjustment of several param­eters. Refer to Table 5.2 for description of the parameters and their
status. Figure 5.3 shows the look of the displays during programming
of advanced parameters.

1. To access advanced programming press the PROG. button until
the letter H appears in the program number display

2. The steam time display shows the number of the parameter
under programming. Press PROG. to step forward to another
parameter

3. The air time display shows a flashing number indicating the
parameter value. Press or to change parameter value

4. Press PROG. to memorize the value

Figure 5.3 - Displays during advanced parameters programming

5. Press PROG. several times, until the displays return to normal
pressing times visualization.

The settings of the advanced parameters remain stored in the memo­ry associated to the program in which they were entered.
For example: if the machine is running program number 5 and the
user enters advanced programming and excludes sleeve arms, the
sleeve arms will remain excluded for future use of program number
5, even after switching off the machine.

5.3. Pressing cycle counter meters

The machine is equipped with two cycle counters:

• The total counter counts all the pressing cycles carried out by
the machine in its work life and cannot be reset.

• The partial counter can be reset and can be utilized, for exam­ple, to count the number of garments processed in one day.

Partial counter meter

• To access the counters press push buttons and together
for two seconds.

• The letter “C” appears on the PROG display. The other displays
show the number of cycles.

• To reset the counter press “PROG”.

• To exit meter mode, press and together till the displays
STEAM, MIX, PAUSE, AIR show pressing times.

Total counter meter

• To access the counters press push buttons and together
for two seconds.

• The letter “C” appears on the PROG display. The other displays
show the number of cycles.

• Press + to view the total cycles counter meter. The total cycles
counter cannot be reset.

• To exit meter mode, press and together till the displays
STEAM, MIX, PAUSE, AIR show pressing times.

The machine can work while the counter is visualized.

5.4. EXCLUSION section

This section consists of 4 buttons with red LED. The buttons allow
exclusion of the following functions:

• rear clamp movement

• front clamp movement

• sleeve arms movement

• collar clamp movement

Pushing the button relative to the function effects exclusion. When the
LED is on, the relative function is excluded.
Exclusions remain stored in the memory of the selected program.

Excludes the rear clamp. When the light is on the clamp does

not close. If the button is pushed during a cycle, the clamp
opens but the cycle continues.

Excludes the front clamp. When the light is on the clamp does

not close. If the button is pushed during a cycle, the clamp
opens but the cycle continues.

Excludes the sleeve arms and cuff clamps. When the light is

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on the sleeve arms do not operate. If the button is pushed
during a cycle, the cuff clamps open but the cycle continues.

Excludes the collar clamp. When the light is on the collar clamp

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does not operate. If the button is pushed during a cycle, the

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collar clamp opens but the cycle continues.

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5.5. MANUAL CONTROLS section

AIR Press once to start blowing. Press it again to stop blowing. In

order to have manual MIX press STEAM during the blowing
operation.

REPEAT CYCLE Repeats the cycle without further tensioning; this but-

ton is enabled only at end of the pressing cycle and only if the
MANUAL END mode is selected.

END CYCLE Ends the cycle immediately, interrupts all ongoing com-

mands, opens all clamps. When the MANUAL END mode is
selected, press this button to open the clamps at the end of

the cycle.
STEAM Keep pressed to steam the shirt.
BACK CYCLE Use this button to undo the last step in the dressing

sequence.

5.6. Operating MODE

The Mode section consists of 3 buttons with green LED.
To select a mode press the relative button: the green LED turns on.

5.6.1. Button

When the LED is ON: the side clamps (10 - Figure 4.3) close at

the beginning of the cycle and open automatically after the

time programmed in the H03 parameter (see table 5.2). This

mode is useful for thick fabric or low extraction, because closed

clamps may hinder proper drying of the area.
When the LED is OFF: the side clamps stay closed during the whole

cycle.
The button has no function if the side clamps are excluded (param­eter H05 = 00).

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The button is not active.

5.6.2. Button

The MANUAL END function is utilized when it is necessary to verify
garment pressing quality at the end of a cycle.

When the MANUAL END function is active (the green LED of the but­ton “MANUAL END” is on), the clamps remain are not released at
end of the cycle.
This allows to:

• run another cycle by pushing REPEAT CYCLE

• manually steam and blow the garment with buttons AIR and

STEAM

• manually touch up the garment with the iron (if mounted on

your machine).
When the garment is properly finished, end the cycle and open the
clamps by pressing the “END CYCLE” button (in the “manual con­trols” section).

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Table 5.1 - Setting mix and pause times

What is your need? What you should do How the displays will look

I do not need mix or pause
times

Set both times at zero Mix and pause lights are off.

The displays show no numbers.

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I want both mix and air
times

Set the two times according to the procedure de­scribed in chapter 5.1.1.
Note that each of the two times cannot exceed
9 seconds.

I need only a mix time, no
pause

Set mix time at the desired value. If this value is
below 10 seconds, you must set pause time at
zero. If mix time is 10 seconds or above, the
pause time is automatically set at zero.

I need only a pause time,
no mix

Set mix time at zero. Set pause time at the de­sired value.

Table 5.2 - Advanced programming parameters

Parameter

Parameter description Meaning of the number in the display AIR

number

H 01 Garment positioning time. This parameter allows to vary the distance

of the rim of the garment from the bottom of the form. The higher
this time, the greater the distance. The machine is pre-set with 0,1
seconds positioning time

H 02 Vertical tension time. The machine is pre-set with 0,2 second tension-

ing time. Longer tensioning time means more vertical tension to the
shirt. The machine is pre-set with 2/10 of second tensioning time

H 03 Side clamps (10 - Figure 4.3) opening time. If the "TIMER SIDE

CLAMPS" function is activated, the value of this parameter indicates
when the clamps will open. The pre-set value is 5 seconds.

H 04 Sleeve arms additional tension. This parameter allows to add extra-

tension to the sleeves during the cycle. The pre-set value is 00. This
pressure can be adjusted by means of knob (20 - Figure 4.3)

H 05 Side clamps exclusion. The side clamps (10 - Figure 4.3) can be

excluded.

H 06 This parameter allows to program several actions:

• position of the carriage at the end of the cycle: the carriage can
either return to its lowest position or stay in the same position (this
is useful when pressing several identical shirts)

• additional tensioning to the shirt: at the beginning of the cycle, the
carriage moves down to tension the shirt. This parameter allows to
add two additional downward movements during the cycle

• fast mode: for high productivity. When this mode is selected, the
machine automatically closes the clamps without stepping on the
start pedal. The operator must keep the machine pace.

H 07 Automatic positioning of sleeve arms height (only model with short

sleeve device)

Mix and pause lights are on.
The digit on the left is mix time.
The digit on the right is pause time.

Mix light is on.
Pause light is off.
The two displays show mix time (8 seconds and 12
seconds in the example).

Mix light is off.
Pause light is on.
The two displays show pause time.

(press + or - to change the value)

Positioning time in 1/10 of second

Tensioning time in 1/10 of second

Opening time in seconds (from the beginning of blow­ing)

00 means no additional tension
01 means additional tension after 3 seconds of steam
02 means additional tension after 10 seconds of air

00 means side clamps excluded
01 means side clamps activated

00=carriage down - no additional tension
01=carriage down - additional tension, light
02=carriage down - additional tension, stronger
03=carriage still - no additional tension
04=carriage still - additional tension, light
05=carriage still - additional tension, stronger
06=fast mode - no additional tension
07=fast mode - additional tension, light
08=fast mode - additional tension, stronger

00 means automatic positioning OFF
01 means automatic positioning ON

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Mainenance

F4VA1

6. Maintenance

6.1. Maintenance allowed to the user

WARNING: Before performing any maintenance on the
machine, disconnect from electric power.

6.1.1. Every week

• Clean machine body with a soft non abrasive cloth.

WARNING: Do not use aggressive detergents or sol­vents that may ruin machine parts

• Verify visually that steam, condensate and compressed air con­nections do not leak

• Verify that visible electrical cabling and air and steam connec­tion tubing are in perfect working order

• Verify that pads and covers are in good condition. If they show
any sign of deterioration replace them immediately. Pressing
quality may decrease dramatically if pads and covers are dirty
or damaged.

WARNING: Do not run a machine that does not look in
proper order

INDICATION: always ask for original spare parts. Non
original parts may damage to the machine or decrease

its safety

6.1.2. Every six months

Call the authorised technician to perform the maintenance opera­tions described in the following chapter.

6.2. Maintenance to be carried out by the
technician every six months

WARNING: The maintenance operations described in this
chapter must only be carried out by qualified personnel.

WARNING for the technician:

Before any kind of maintenance or control intervention:

• Disconnect the machine from electricity, air and steam

• Discharge air pressure from the pneumatic circuit by opening
the valve at the air inlet

• Make sure that all the parts of the machine have cooled down

6.2.1. Electrical circuit maintenance

• Verify that electrical connections are properly tightened and do
not show oxidation;

• Verify tightening of solenoid valve coils;

• Verify state of cable and electrical wiring conditions.

6.2.2. Steam circuit maintenance

• Verify that steam and condensate return connections are prop­erly tightened and do not leak

• Verify that steam valve is in good working order and does not
present leakage

6.2.3. Air circuit maintenance

• Verify that valves and cylinders do not show any loss of air;

6.2.4. Other controls

• Check that fan blades are free of dirt and lint deposits.

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