Plas-Ties XL2 Operating Manual

O PERATING MANUAL

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XL2 MACHINES

Email: [e-mail] Website: www.plasties.com

14272 Chambers Road

Tustin, CA 92780

TOLL-FREE: [phone]

PHONE: [phone]

FAX: [phone]

Proprietary Information of Plas-Ties, Co.

Rev 02.28.2017

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Table of Contents

PAGE
Section I: General Information

Intro ................................................................... 4

Supplies and Service .......................................... 5

Safety Instructions ............................................. 6-7

Warranty ............................................................ 8

Section II: Specifications

Model Designation ............................................. 9

Performance ...................................................... 9

Power Requirements .......................................... 9

Dimensions ........................................................ 9

Spool Replacement ............................................ 9

Section III: Operation

Major Component Description/Adjustments ....... 10-11

Product Stages ................................................... 12-13

Mounting Options ............................................... 14

Pedestal Stand Assembly ................................... 15

Brake Assembly .................................................. 16-17

Loading Twist Tie Material ................................... 18-19

Tying Operation .................................................. 20

Chutes and Ribbon Guide ................................... 21

Tying Adjustments .............................................. 22-23

Section IV: Maintenance

General .............................................................. 24

Lubrication ......................................................... 24

Preventive Maintenance Record .......................... 25

Section V: Troubleshooting

Solutions Matrix ................................................. 26-27

Section VI: Parts

Parts List ........................................................... 28-33

Assemblies ........................................................ 34-35

Appendix A: Explosion Chart with Case & Cover .. 36-37
Appendix B: Electrical System Function & Parts .. 38-39

Appendix B: Electrical System Details ................ 40

XL2 Spare Parts Kit ............................................. 41

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SECTION I: General Information

Thank you for purchasing the XL2 from PLAS-TIES, manufacturers of high
quality twist-tying equipment.

Please familiarize yourself and/or any person operating this machine with all functions
by carefully reading this manual.

The XL2 is a machine that will twist-tie products inserted into the tying area. The
machine can be adjusted to tie almost any product gathered into a round or almost
round shape from 3/8-inch diameter up to a maximum of 2-inch diameter.

Model designation and electrical requirements are found on the serial plate on the
machine. It is important that you have the correct model for your input power.

Unit comes with standard vertical mount. Additional options include: (1) horizontal
mounting frame and (2) Pedestal with wheels for tying height between 3 and 5 feet.
(see page 14-15)

With your purchase, we provide FREE on-line technical support for the first 6
months (warranty period). This support is handy for anything from initial set-up
of your machine to identifying replacement parts and basic troubleshooting.

Technicians and Web Based Support Available:

7:00am to 3:00pm

(Pacific Standard Time)

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SECTION I: General Information

SUPPLIES AND SERVICE

PLAS-TIES twist tie material and service should be ordered from an authorized
dealer, distributor, or:

PLAS-TIES
14272 Chambers Road
Tustin, CA 92780
Telephone: [phone] or [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

When contacting Plas-Ties, please have the following
information handy:

1) Model Number and Serial Number (see name plate)

2) Date of Purchase

3) Number of cycles on machine counter

4) Type of tie material in use

5) Name of part or description (for replacement parts - see Appendix for reference
guide)

REQUEST FOR REPAIRS OR SERVICE

For any repair and service requests, please contact customer service at (800)
854-0137 or [phone] to obtain an RMA number prior to sending products
back to us.

In addition to the information above and the nature of the problem, it is also important
to leave the spool of material present on the unit when the problem occurred and
send a sample of the item being tied to help in resolving repair issues.

The RMA number issued must be noted on the outside of the shipping box to expe­dite receipt of repair unit. Please refer to the warranty section for coverage details.

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SECTION I: General Information

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The operating procedures outlined in this manual are prepared to
facilitate the successful operating of the XL2 machine.

1) KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES IN PLACE and in working order.

2) KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite accidents.

3) DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Do not use machines in a damp
or wet location, or where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist. Keep work
area well lit.

4) KEEP UNAUTHORIZED PEOPLE AWAY. All unauthorized people should be kept
out of work area and away from machine.

5) DO NOT FORCE MACHINE. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.

6) USE THE RIGHT MACHINE. Do not force machine to do a job it is not designed to
do.

7) DO NOT USE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL

8) DIRECT ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO WALL SOCKET IS HIGHLY
RECOMMENDED. If use of extension cord is necessary, make sure your extension
cord is UL and CE approved and in good condition. Your extension cord must also
contain a ground wire and plug pin. Always repair or replace extension cords if they
become damaged.

9) WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry that may get caught in moving parts. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.

10) MAINTAIN MACHINE WITH CARE. Keep machine clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and keeping machine free of lint.

11) DISCONNECT MACHINE before servicing and when changing spool.

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SECTION I: General Information

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

12) REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off
position before plugging in.

13) USE THE RECOMMENDED MATERIALS AND REPLACEMENT PARTS. Listing of
recommended material and replacement parts is found in this operating manual. The
use of improper material and replacement parts may result in malfunction and
possible risk of injury, in addition to voiding the warranty.

14) CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the machine, any part that is
suspected of damage should be carefully checked to determine that it would operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced.

15) NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED. Turn the power off, and do
not leave machine until it comes to a complete stop.

16) NEVER ALLOW UNTRAINED USERS TO RUN THIS MACHINE.

17) IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF THE INTENDED OPERATION, STOP USING THE
MACHINE. Seek technical assistance or instruction from trained personnel or
manufacturer service department.

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SECTION I: General Information

CAUTION:

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE YOUR XL2

MACHINE BEFORE READING THE OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS.

W

Purchaser acknowledges that there are no warranties, expressed or implied, made by

PLAS-TIES, its distributors or sales representatives related to the XL2 machine except

the manufacturer’s warranty against defective materials and workmanship as follows:

PLAS-TIES warrants the XL2 machine to be free from defects in materials and

workmanship at time of delivery. Liability under this warranty is limited to the repair or

exchange of any defective part or parts of the unit providing the same is returned to PLAS

-TIES, transportation prepaid, within 1 year or 300,000 cycles (based on machine

counter), whichever comes first. THE WARRANTY BEGINS FROM THE DATE OF
INSTALLATION AT CUSTOMER SITE AND NOT DATE OF PURCHASE. IN ORDER TO
ACTIVATE THE WARRANTY, THE COMPANY NAME, CONTACT, CITY/STATE, AND

SERIAL NUMBER MUST REGISTERED with PLAS-TIES or PROOF OF PURCHASE

MUST BE PROVIDED. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN LIMITATION OF THE
FULL WARRANTY. THIS IS TO INSURE TOTAL QUALITY ASSURANCE AND 800 TOLL
FREE TECHNICAL SUPPORT.

The warranty is void on any XL2 machine that has been subject to negligence, accident,
misuse, failure to use the equipment as instructed in the manual, or that has been
tampered with.

This warranty is void if the XL2 machine is used with anything other than genuine PLAS-
TIES twist-tie material.

IMPORTANT: If your XL2 machine does not operate properly, please bring it to the

attention of PLAS-TIES, or the dealer or distributor from whom it was purchased. If repairs
are needed, the dealer, distributor or other representative of PLAS-TIES will arrange to

repair or replace parts within the terms of the warranty.

Warranty coverage is limited to the Continental US, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and
Canada.

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SECTION II: Specifications

MODEL DESIGNATION

This manual covers the model 510 XL2 machine which is equipped with a 2 amp circuit
breaker for overload protection. U.L. approved for the United States.

PERFORMANCE

Up to 30 ties per minute
2-1/2 full twists on product tied

POWER REQUIREMENTS

120 Volts A.C.

2.0 Amp circuit breaker
60 HZ

DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT

Length: 40
Height: 17.5
Width at top: 14
Width at front feet: 16
Weight: 50 pounds

SPOOL REPLACEMENTS

Recommended Spools:

Part# 313: 1500’ PL/PA 24 gauge single wire 5/32” width
Part# 314: 1500’ PL 24 gauge single wire 5/32” width

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SECTION III: Operation

MAJOR COMPONENT DESCRIPTION/ADJUSTMENTS

Brake Assembly: Holds the ribbon spool and creates spool “drag”. No adjustment.

Ribbon Chute: Guides the ribbon through the scissor arms. Critical that the chute is centered

to the slot in the ribbon cutter anvil. Correct chute length must be utilized according to diame­ter of product. To adjust, see Scissor (page 11).

Ribbon Drive Motor: Pulls ribbon through machine. Adjustment is critical to ensure that de­sired length of ribbon is pulled through during the tying cycle. To adjust:

1) Loosen the nylon wingnut.

2) Slide the entire ribbon drive assembly and align with the desired length mark on machine

chassis.

3) Tighten the nylon wingnut.

Stop Guide: Ensures product to be tied is centered to the twister. To adjust:

1) Loosen screw.

2) Align appropriate diameter to marker.

3) Tighten screw.

Tying Diameter Adjustment Dial: Provides visual calibration for product diameter, required
ribbon chute length and ribbon length for the ribbon drive motor setting. It is also the fine­tuning adjustment controller for ribbon length.

Motor and Cam: Controls the timing functions of overall tying operation. Timing adjustment is
critical. Correct setting has cam set in the home position when XL2 is inactive. The HOME
position is correct when the cam following bearing is positioned in notch. To confirm and ad­just this setting:

1) Disable ribbon feed by turning idler lockout and then activate the tie cycle once.

2) Check cam position for HOME position.

3) If setting is not correct, loosen set nuts on scissor actuator rod.

4) Turn scissor actuator rod in 1/4 turn increments. (Clockwise = delay) (cc = advance)

5) Test cycle to confirm. Tighten set nuts when correct.

6) Turn idler lockout to engage ribbon feed.

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SECTION III: Operation

MAJOR COMPONENT DESCRIPTION/ADJUSTMENTS

Scissor: Places the ribbon around the product to be twist tied. Alignment is critical. Cor­rect setting has the ribbon chute centered to the ribbon cutter anvil slot. To adjust:

1) If motor and cam are stopping in HOME position, correct alignment of chute and an­vil will be achieved. (see motor/cam adjustment).

Twister: Twists ribbon ends securing the ribbon around the product. Twister position is
critical. Correct position is in a vertical position when inactive. To adjust:

1) Loosen twister sprocket set screw.

2) Turn twister and shaft until twister is in a vertical position.

3) Re-tighten set screw.

Ribbon Cutter: Cuts the ribbon to length. Smooth action between knife and cutter anvil
is critical. To adjust:

1) Remove knife actuator spring tension (part# 920) and slide knife to the left.

2) Loosen the screws that secure the cutter anvil.

3) Place a .003 shim between the anvil and the knife.

4) Hold the cutter anvil against the knife, retighten the screws and remove the shim.

5) Replace tension spring.

Important Make certain that the knife is not too tight. The knife must not “stick”, but be

secure enough to cut the ribbon cleanly

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SECTION III: Operation

PRODUCT STAG ES

STAGE 1: Product to be tied is manually inserted into the tying area (A) and the product

must come into contact with trigger switch (B). Trigger switch (B) activates the XL2 tying
cycle and the stop guide (F) ensures proper positioning. Cycle time is approximately 3

seconds. *Please not e that there is a second stop guide located on the underside of the
top cover. The top guide should be aligned with the bottom guide.

STAGE 2: Trigger Switch (B) activates the capacitor (N) In the main drive motor (C) to
rotate a single revolution that causes the main timing cam (D) to rotate clockwise.

STAGE 3: The main timing cam activates the cutter cam follower (E), which in turn
activates the Ribbon Cutter Knife.

STAGE 4: Simultaneously to STAGE 3, the Scissor Actuator Assembly (G) pulls the
scissors (H) forward and around the product in the tying area (A). The ribbon forming
arm (I) ensures that the precut ribbon is centered to the tying area then lifts out of the
way.

STAGE 5: With the rotation of the main timing cam being approximately one half way
through its cycle, the ribbon will be around the product and the ribbon ends are
positioned in front of the Twister (J).

STAGE 6: As the Main Timing Cam completes its cycles, the Twister (J) activates,
twisting the ribbon ends and securing the ribbon around the product. As the ribbon is
twisted, the scissor (H) retract to their HOME position.

STAGE 7: As the scissors (H) return to their HOME position, switches (K) are activated
which in turn activate the Ribbon Feed Drive Wheel (L) and it presses against the Ribbon
Idler Wheel (P). The ribbon is driven forward at this time. The ribbon continues through
the Ribbon Chute (M) where it will stop until STAGE 1 commences again.

SECTION III Operation

PRODUCT STA GES

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SECTION III Operation

MOUNTING

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STANDARD MOUNT

*Standard equipment. Use with large or small brake

1) Remove the Brake Assembly from packaging and install on the brake
arm support using the two 1/4-20 x 1/2 screws provided.

2) Follow Loading Twist Tie Material Instructions. (see page 18)

SIDE MOUNT

*Optional Part #56108. Use with large brake only

1) If currently set up for horizontal operation, remove brake assembly by

removing the two screws.

2) Mount brake assembly on mounting plate with the same screws

3) Lay machine on left side so that it is supported by the mounting stand

4) Bolt the side mount stand to the XL2 external chassis bracket.

5) Follow Loading Twist Tie Material Instructions. (see page 18)

PEDESTAL STAND
(for either horizontal or vertical mount)

*Optional part # 505R033-XL, plus use special brake

#A102020.

1) Remove cover

2) Pull apart the 6 Molex connectors on harness

3) Remove legs from bottom of chassis & install pedestal mount.

4) Re-install, tighten, re-connect steps 1 and 2.

Figure 3

**Please note that the Brake Beam positioning as illustrated in Fig 3 has

the Roller Assembly pointed down when installed on the Pedestal Mount.

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SECTION III Operation

PEDESTAL STAND ASSEMBLY

1) Lay out all the parts on the floor. Place legs (A&B) with the wheels, parallel to each other as shown

2) Attach the upright (C) to the legs (A&B) using 4 bolts (505D031) and 4 washers (56806)

3) Attach cross bar (D) to the legs using 4 bolts (56426) and 4 washers (56806) to the front of the legs

4) Place the adjustment upright (E) inside the stationary upright (C). The adjustment upright is held in place by
the non-locking spring plunger and secured by the lever clamp.

5) Place the support plate tube (F) inside the tube on the adjustment upright and secure the lever clamp

6) Add the pedestal stand bracket (505D028) to (F) using 4 screws (P001952 ) and 4 washers (P004715 )

7) Screw 4 washers (16614) and 4 Hex Nuts (56507) to secure the bracket to (F)

8) Attach XL2 machine frame (505D173) to top of bracket (505D028) with 4 washers (P004715) and 4 screws
(P002201). Under the bracket attach with 4 washers (P004715) and 4 nuts (56507).

9) Mount the pedestal stand bracket (505D028) with attached XL2 to support plate (F).

SECTION III Operation

BRAKE ASSEMBLY

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STANDARD

Small Brake Arm

Option (A)

SECTION III Operation

BRAKE ASSEMBLY

Large Brake Arm

Option (B)

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Special Brake Arm

Option (C)*

*Used only for Pedestal

Stand Assembly

BRAKE ASSEMBLIES—PARTS LISTING

DESCRIPTION SMALL (A) LARGE (B) SPECIAL (C)*

Complete Assembly A102022 A102021 A102020

* Used only for Pedestal Stand Assembly

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SECTION III: Operation

LOADING TWIST TIE MATERIAL

1) Turn the power switch “OFF”, unplug the power cord and remove any ribbon pieces
and/or debris inside the XL2.

2) Remove empty ribbon spool by depressing the brake spool arm and then pulling the
spool straight away from the brake spindle. Slide the new ribbon spool onto the brake
spindle. Feed the ribbon from the top of the spool to under and around the roller
wheel on the brake assembly.

3) With the ribbon now directed toward the rear of the XL2, look at both sides of the
ribbon One side has “bump” (wire), the other is flat [A]. Pull 1 foot of ribbon off the
spool and feed into the rear of the XL2.

4) Turn the pressure release cam [B] to separate the
ribbon drive wheel and insert the ribbon through

A

the ribbon guide [C] ensuring that the “bump” (wire)
side is against wheel and into the cutter anvil guide
[D] but not protruding beyond the cutter space.

5) Release the pressure release cam to bring the idler wheel to the drive wheel, making
sure the ribbon is between the restraint flanges on the idler wheel.

IF THE MACHINE DOES NOT TIE PROPERLY AFTER THREADING, CHECK THE
PREVIOUS STEPS TO BE SURE IT HAS BEEN THREADED CORRECTLY. IF YOU
STILL INCUR PROBLEMS, REFER TO THE TYING ADJUSTMENTS INSTRUCTIONS
ON PAGES 22-23 AS WELL AS THE TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION ON PAGES 26-

27.

SECTION III: Operation

LOADING TWIST TIE MATERIAL

B

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C

D

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SECTION III: Operation

TYING OPERATION

1) Support the product to be twist tied with both hands and insert into the left side of the tying
area when tying in the vertical position.

*Insert into the bottom of tying area when in the horizontal tying position.

2) Hold the product in place until the product is twist tied. Tying cycle is approximately
3 seconds.

3) The product may be removed from the tying area any time after the tying cycle is complete.

*Periodically, the ribbon length will need to be either lengthened or shortened.

Slightly turn the Tying Diameter Adjustment Dial to the left to decrease ribbon length
and to the right to increase ribbon length. (See Page 22)

*Always remove any ribbon pieces from the XL2 before tying.

SECTION III: Operation

CHUTES AND RIBBON GUIDE

Length of Chutes

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(Images not to scale)

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SECTION III: Operation

TYING ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION:

Before attempting any adjustment of this machine, the power switch should be in the “OFF”
position and the power cord disconnected.

STEP 1: SET TYING DIAMETER DIAL

1) Rotate Tying Diameter Adjustment Dial to point arrow to the desired product diameter.
This diameter will then align with and indicate ribbon length and the required chute length.
Example: If the tying diameter is 2” then the chute length is 4” and the ribbon length is 9.5”

STEP 2: ADJUST STOP GUIDES

1) Loosen screw [A] and move the stop guide [B] to the correct product diameter.

2) Tighten screw. This aligns and centers the product to be tied directly in from of the
twister shaft [C].

STEP 3: ADJUST RIBBON DRIVE MOTOR

1) Loosen the wingnut [D] and slide the entire ribbon drive assembly [E] to align with
required ribbon length as indicated from STEP 1.

1) Re-tighten the wingnut.

STEP 4: CHANGE RIBBON CHUTE

1) Remove screw and washer on scissor arm [F].

2) Lift out chute

3) Install new ribbon chute, tighten screw (be certain that the ribbon chute is centered to the
slot in the ribbon cutter anvil)

1) Re-thread ribbon through machine

STEP 5: TEST TYING MATERIAL

1) Re-connect power supply and turn the power switch on.

2) Insert desired material into left side of tying area and activate the tying cycle.

3) Find tune ribbon length if required, by slightly rotating the Tying Diameter Adjustment
Dial to achieve optimum ribbon length.

SECTION III: Operation

TYING ADJUSTMENTS

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SECTION IV: Maintenance

GENERAL

The Tie-Matic machine is designed for simple operation and, with
reasonable care and maintenance, will provide long service.

LUBRICATION

1) Turn OFF the machine

2) Air hose the dust from the machine

3) Lubricate the gear segment and gear chains sparingly with food machinery gear grease
every 100,000 cycles. Apply to areas marked with [O].

NOTE: The main friction points are outfitted with oil impregnated bronze bushings which provide

a continuously lubricated surface. Added lubrication at pivot and linkage points is not necessary.

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CAUTION:

DO NOT OVER-LUBRICATE MACHINE or

USE SPRAY LUBRICANTS

It is important that the material feed drum and idler pressure wheel be kept free of lubricants. Ex-

cess lubrication to the drum will result in an improper tie due to material slippage, requiring a
thorough cleaning of the material feed drum and idler wheel before reuse. Excess oil lubrication
could damage the motor.

SECTION IV: Maintenance

Preventive Maintenance Record

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Machine Name (OB) #:

Type:

Serial #:

H.P.:

Volts:

Phase:

Model #:

Department:

Inspection Symbols

[F] Functional (Safety)

[R] Repair

[G] General

Date Symbol Description Initialed by

SECTION V: Troubleshooting

SOLUTIONS MATRIX

CONDITION CAUSE REMEDY

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Missing Ties Ribbon around

product but not
twisted

Above problem

but not con­sistent

Ribbon is car-

ried back with
scissors

No Ribbon
Feed

Ribbon drive
motor operates,
but no ribbon is
driven out

a. Incorrect ribbon length
b.Twister installed back-

wards

a.Possible malfunction of

Time Delay Relay yield­ing sporadic ribbon
length

a.Safety device on arm is

releasing. Scissors not
arriving at full forward
position

b.Cutter knife has misa-

ligned

a.Ribbon drive pressure

wheel is not in contact
with ribbon drive wheel.

b.Chain sprocket loose

on drive wheel

a. Adjust for longer length

ribbon (see pg. 22-23)

b. Unscrew twister and

reinstall 180°

a. Replace Time Delay

Relay

a. Remove ribbon from

scissors. Determine if
safety device is working
properly.

b. Adjust cutter anvil

guide (see pg. 11)

a. Refer to pg. 18 to

check if ribbon is
threaded correctly

b. Check sprocket, tight-

en set screw

Ribbon jams be-

hind anvil

Ribbon motor

doesn’t run.

a.Interference with ribbon

feed

b.Misalignment of scis-

sors

c.Knife not returning to

home position

d.Return spring broken or

not assembled

e.LS-3 (Bottom switch) is

releasing first as scis­sors leave home posi­tion

a.LS-2 (Top switch) is out

of adjustment

b.Time Delay Relay is

defective

a. Clear ribbon path of

debris

b. Scissor adjustment

(see pg. 11)

c. Reset anvil position

(see pg. 11)

d. Check spring, replace

if necessary

e. Adjust LS_3 arm out so

that both top (LS-2) &
bottom (LS-3) switches
activate in close unison

a. Adjust LS-2 as in e)

above

b. Replace Time Delay

Relay

SECTION V: Troubleshooting

SOLUTIONS MATRIX (cont)

CONDITION CAUSE REMEDY

Page 27

Machine
recycles con­stantly when
holding in
trigger
switch

Machine will
not cycle

a.Control Relay is defec-

Ribbon feeds
out constantly

Main drive mo­tor M-1 runs

tive

a.LS-3 (Bottom switch) is

not activating on scissor
return

a.Trigger switch (LS-is out

of adjustment

a. Replace Control Relay

a. Adjust LS-3 arm out-

ward so that LS-2 and
LS-3 activate in close
unison

a. Adjust to hear a click

upon releasing of trig­ger

Depressing trig­ger has no ef­fect

Tie is not

a.Ribbon length is too

tight

a.Trigger switch (LS-1)

out of alignment

b.Safety switch (LS-1) not

closed

c.Fuse blown

short

a. Adjust to hear a click

upon closing trigger

b. Adjust to hear a click

upon closing cover

c. Check fuse, replace if

necessary

a. Increase the ribbon

length (see pg. 22-23

SECTION VI: Parts List

Item No. Part No. Description Qty.

5 56715 Screw - Button Head Cap 1/4-20 x .500 1
10 505B184 Stop - Upper 1
15 505R182 Hinged Cover
20 M001050 Insulator - Switch 1
25 56501 Nut - Hex 4-40 2
30 56704 Screw - Phillips Head 1/4-20 x .500 4

P001450 Lockwasher - Internal Tooth No. .250 4
35 506358 Capacitor (7.5 mfd) 1
37 56913 Rubber Cover for Capacitor 1
40 16932 Clamp - Metal Capacitor 1
45 56501 Nut - Hex 4-40 2
55 56755 Screw - Pan Head Phillips 10-24 x .500 9
60 M022050 Fixed Cover - Rear 1
65 P001220 Screw - Pan Head Phillips 8-32 x .375 4
70 56823 Axial Fan 1
75 56824 Fan Guard 1
80 56903 Miniature Lamp 1
85 56902 Lamp Holder 1
95 56500 10-32 Kepnet Hex Nut 1

100 P001460 #4 Internal Tooth Lockwasher 2
110 P004364 4-40 x 7/8 Phillips Pan Head Screw 2
115 P004364 4-40 x 7/8 Phillips Pan Head Screw 2
120 P001460 #4 Internal Tooth Lockwasher 2
125 M001200 Switch Spacer 1
130 P001570 Micro Switch 1

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1

135 505B183 Hinge 1
140 506336 10-32 x 3/8 Pan Head Slotted Screw 4
145 56500 10-32 Kepnet Hex Nut 4
150 P001070 Nut - Hex 8-32 1
155 M030000 L Bracket 1
160 506336 10-32 x 3/8 Pan Head Slotted Screw 5
165 P001270 Screw - Pan Head Phillips 8-32 x .500 1
170 P001470 #8 Internal Tooth Lockwasher 1
175 P001580 Circuit Breaker, 115v, 2 amp 1
195 14432 Black Thumb Screw 2

56703 1/4 20 x 1 1/2 Socket Head Cap Screw 2

210 56925 Rocker Switch 1
220 56905 Control Knob 1

SECTION VI: Parts List

Item No. Part No. Description Qty.

225 56908 Fuse Holder 1
230 18034 6/32 x 1/2 Flat Head Screw 2
233 M001040 Counter Seal 1
235 P001760 Counter 1
240 505C225 Front Cover 1
245 16961 6-32 Hex Nut 2
265 P001080 1/4-20 Hex Nut 4
270 505D142 Electrical Chassis 1
275 505B132 Time Delay Relay 1
280 569340 Timer Socket 1
285 506347 Din Rail 1
290 56501 4-40 Hex Nut 1
295 P001460 #4 Lock Washer 1
300 56403 Strain Relief 1
305 56930 8-32 x 3/8 Phillips Sheet Metal Screw 6
310 A301010 Power Cord Assembly 1
315 56960 4-40 x 5/8 Screw 1
325 506336 10-32 x 3/8 Slotted Pan Head Screw 2
330 505C190 Back Cover 1
335 56933 Socket Relay 3
340 56922 Power Relay 3
345 56825 3/8-16 x 2 Shoulder Bolt 1
350 56929 Spring 1
355 505B210 Spring Detent 1
360 M021570 Arm Scissor Actuator 1
365 A202150 Arm Actuator Assembly 1
370 505B114 1/2-13 x 1 1/4 Shoulder Bolt 1/2 Dia. 1
375 56801 # 4 Flat Washer 3
380 56785 5-40 x 3/8 Socket Head Cap screw 1
385 A202120 Rod Scissor Actuator Arm Assembly 1
390 P004150 1/4-28 x 1 Socket Head Cap Screw 1
395 56805 1/4 Split Lock Washer 1
400 505B129 Space - Cutter Cam 1
405 P004858 4-40 x 1 1/4 Phillips Head Screw 2
410 P001460 # 4 Lock Washer 2
415 M001050 Switch Insulator 2
420 M001200 Switch Spacer 1
425 P001570 Micro Switch 2
435 P004706 3/8-16 x 1 Socket Head Cap Screw 4

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SECTION VI: Parts List

Item No. Part No. Description Qty.

440 P004715 3/8 Split Washer 4
445 505D173 Frame 1
450 56805 Lock Washer - Internal Tooth No. 250 1
455 1160 1/4-20 x 2 Hex Head Screw 1
460 56802 # 10 Flat Washer 4
465 506337 # 10 Split Lock Washer 4
470 P003420 10-32 x 1 Socket Head Cap Screw 4
475 56738 Screw - Flat Head Socket Cap 10-24 x .500 4
485 M030012 Spacer 2
490 505B155 Guard Ribbon Drive 1
495 56802 # 10 Flat Washer 2
500 P001431 10-24 x 1/2 Flat Hex Socket Screw 2
505 56704 1/4-20 x 1/2 Phillips Pan Head 2
510 A102022 Small Brake Assembly 1

A102021 Large Brake Assembly 1

A102020 Special Brake 1
515 505C166 Right Foot 1
516 56708 1/4-20 x 3/4 Socket Head Cap Screw 4
517 505B163 Leg Frame 4
518 505C164 Back Mounting Plate 1
519 505C165 Left Foot 1
520 P001540 Rubber Foot 4
525 56710 10-24 x 5/8 Screw 4
530 P001431 10-24 x 1/2 Flat Hex Socket Screw 2
535 56802 # 10 Flat Washer 2
540 M021402 Chain Cover 1
545 M026419 Spacer 2
550 A401650 # 35 Chain 13 1/2" Long 1
555 M021601 Sprocket 1
560 P003540 Screw - Shoulder Bolt 10-24 x .250 Dia x .375Lg 1
570 505B112 5/16 x 1/4 Shoulder Bolt 1
575 M021411 Sprocket 1
580 56715 1/4-20 x 1/2 Hex Button Head Screw 1
595 56724 1/4-20 x 3/4 Hex Flat Head Screw 2
600 505B177 Trigger Spring 1
605 505B013 Trigger Arm 1
610 56715 1/4-20 x 1/2 Hex Button Head Screw 2
615 P001450 1/4 Lock Washer - Internal Tooth 2
625 M022065 Shim Spacer 2

SECTION VI: Parts List

Item No. Part No. Description Qty.

630 56001 Bearing 2
635 56723 1/4-20 5/16 Shoulder Bolt 2
640 505B202 Spacer 2
645 505C105 Cam Scissor Guide 1
650 A202180 Scissor Arm Left Assembly 1
655 505B010 Drag Link 1
670 A202170 Scissor Arm Right Assembly 1
675 P001470 #8 Lock Washer- Internal Tooth 2
680 P001220 8-32 x 3/8 Phillips Head Screw 2

685

690 M021040 Support Block 1
695 505C103 Scissor Arm Cover 1
700 A202110 Ribbon Lever Assembly 1
705 56712 6-32 x 3/4 Socket Head Cap Screw 4
710 56602 O' Ring 8
715 505M001 Spacer 2
720 56906 Magnet 2
725 506338 10-24 x 7/8 Socket Head Cap Screw 2
730 506337 # 10 Split Washer 4
735 56719 10-24 x 3/4 Hex Socket Head Cap Screw 4
740 505B176 Cam Actuator Bracket 1
745 505B144 Slide Return Plate 1
750 505B180 Lower Stop Plate 1
753 M001880 Cone 1
755 M021369 Twister Shaft 1
760 A202090 Twister Support Assembly 1
765 505B117 Sprocket 1
770 56501 4-40 Hex Nut 2
775 505B122 Twister Chain Guard
780 P001570 Micro Switch 1
785 M001200 Insulation Spacer-Switch 1
790 A401640 #25 Chain - 16 1/2 Long 1
795 56802 # 10 Flat Washer 3

505B215 1 1/2 " Chute Optional 1
505B216 2 " Chute Optional 1
505B217 21/2 " Chute Optional 1
505C218 3 " Chute Optional 1
505C219 3 1/2 " Chute Optional 1
505C220 4 " Chute Optional 1

CHUTES

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SECTION VI: Parts List

Item No. Part No. Description Qty.

800 P001430 Screw - Socket Head Cap 10-24 x 1/2 3
805 M001050 Insulation-Switch 1
810 P004362 4-40x1 Phillips Pan Head 2
815 56960 4-40x5/8 Screw 2
820 56801 # 4 Flat Washer 2
825 56900 Nylon Cable Clamp 2
830 505B019 Support- Twister Drive 2
835 506337 # 10 Split Lock Washer 4
840 56705 10-24 x 1 1/2 Screw 4
845 56914 .005 Shim 4
850 P001020 Bearing - Radial Ball R42RS 2
855 A001741 Twister Sprocket 1
880 56726 1/4-20 Shoulder Bolt 5/16 Dia. 1
885 505B129 Spacer - Cutter 1
890 505B130 Link Cutter Actuator 1
905 M001492 Pinion Shaft Assembly 1
910 P001080 1/4-20 Hex Nut 1
915 56711 1/4-20 x 1 Cup Point Set Screw 1
920 M001484 Spring Tension 1
940 505B133 Connector - Cutter Link 1
945 A202130 Bell Crank Assembly 1
950 56002 Bearing 1
955 P001180 Snap Ring 1
960 56100 3/8-16 x 3/4 Shoulder Bolt 1/2 Dia. 1
965 A202040 Support - Cutter Cam Assembly 1
970 56729 10-24 x 1/2 Flat Hex Socket Screw 3
975 56729 10-24 x 1/2 Flat Hex Socket Screw 3
980 505C127 Gear Segment 1
985 505B012M Cam Actuator 1
990 506337 # 10 Split Washer 3

995 56506 10-24 Hex Nut 3
1000 56959 Bodine Motor 1
1005 56503 1/4-28 Hex Nut 1
1010 56805 1/4 Split Washer 1
1015 A302050 Ribbon Feed Wheel Assembly 1
1020 56719 10-24 x 3/4 Hex Socket Head Screw 2
1025 506337 # 10 Split Washer 2
1030 505B168 Cover 1

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SECTION VI: Parts List

Item No. Part No. Description Qty.

1035 505B169 Knife Anvil 1
1040 56719 10-24 x 3/4 Hex Socket Head Screw 2
1045 506337 # 10 Split Washer 2
1050 505B153 Ribbon Cutoff Knife 1
1055 A302030 Cutter Support Block Assembly 1
1060 505B158 Sprocket 1
1065 56803 1/4 Dia.Washer 1
1070 506352 Nylon Spacer 1
1080 56810 1/4 Flat Washer 1
1090 1113 Wingnut 1
1095 506337 # 10 Split Lock Washer 2
1100 506338 10-24 x 7/8 Socket Head Cap Screw 2
1105 A302060 Pressure Wheel Assembly 1
1110 505B113 10-24 x 1/4 Dia. X 5/8 lg. Shoulder Bolt 1
1115 505B170 Cam-Pressure Wheel 1
1120 56606 Retaining Ring 1
1125 505B113 10-24 x 1/4 Dia. X 5/8 lg. Shoulder Bolt 1
1130 505B150 Support Idler 1
1135 56940 Spring Tension 1
1140 505B152 Ribbon Guide Flat Long 1
1145 506338 10-24 x 7/8 Socket Head Cap Screw 2
1150 506337 # 10 Split Lock Washer 2
1155 505B151 Ribbon Guide Flat Short 1
1160 505C027-1 Motor 110 Volt 1
1165 M030010 Stand Off 4
1170 14432 Black Thumb Screw 1
1175 56803 1/4 Dia. Washer 1
1180 505B119 Spacer Ribbon 1
1190 505D157 Ribbon Drive Slide Plate 1
1195 P001470 # 8 Internal Tooth Lock Washer 4
1200 P001270 8-32 x1/2 Phillips Head Screw 4
1205 505B159 Sprocket Ribbon Drive 1
1210 A401645 # 25 Chain 12-1/2" Long 1
1220 56006 Bearing 1
1225 505B212-4 Twister 1
1230 P001020 Bearing 1

1235 56005 Bearing 1
1255 P001030 Bearing 2

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ASSEMBLIES

Part No. Description Qty.

A202040 Support Cam Cutter Assembly

505B126 Support Cam Cutter 1
P001030 Bearing 2

A202120 Rod Scissor Actuator Assembly

505B230 Rod Scissor Actuator 1

56000 Rod End Bearing ( Right ) 1

56009 Rod End Bearing ( Left ) 1

56805 Split Washer 1/4 2

56503 Hex Nut 1/4-28 RH Thread 1

P001095 Hex Nut 1/4-28 LH Thread 1

505B019 Support Twister Drive Assembly

505B121 Support Twister Drive 1
P001020 Bearing 1

A001741 Sprocket, Twister Drive

M001741 Modified Sprocket 1
M001742 Sprocket Clamp 1

P002400 10-32 x 5/8 Socket Head Cap Screw 2

A202090 Twister Support Assembly

505B120 Support Block 1
P001020 Bearing 1

56205 Bushing 1

A202180 Scissor Arm Assembly ( Left )

505C101 Scissor Arm ( Left ) 1

56202 Bushing 1

505B202 Washer Spacer 1

56001 Bearing 1

56723 Shoulder Bolt 1

A202170 Scissor Arm Assembly ( Right )

505C102 Scissor Arm ( Right ) 1

56202 Bushing 1

505B202 Washer Spacer 1

56001 Bearing 1

56723 Shoulder Bolt 1

A202110 Ribbon Forming Lever Arm Assembly

505B221 Lever Forming Lever 1
505B107 Support 1

56912 Roll P in 2

56939 Dowel Pin 1

56602 O’ Ring 8

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ASSEMBLIES

Part No. Description Qty.

A202150 Arm Actuator Assembly

505C209 Actuator Scissor Arm 1

56200 Bushing 1
56201 Bushing 1

A202060 Scissor Arm Actuator Assembly

M021570 Scissor Arm Assembly 1
M021540 Pin 1

A302070 Plate, Ribbon Feed Assembly

505D157 Plate, Mounting Ribbon Guide 1

505B201 Receiver Ribbon Drive Wheel 1

56005 Bearing 2

A302060 Ribbon Idler Wheel Assembly

505B198 Wheel Pressure Ribbon Drive 1

56006 Bearing 1

A302020 Lever Assembly Ribbon Wheel

505B149 Shaft, Ribbon Idler 1
505B150 Support Idler 1

A302080 Idler Lock Out Cam Assembly

505B170 Cam, Pressure Wheel 1

56910 1/8 x 1 Roll Pin 2

A301010 Power Cord Assembly

P001610 Power Cord, Black 1
P001410 Connector, Quick Disconnect 1
P001420 Terminal Ring Tongue 1
P001670 Terminal , Male 1
P001690 Connector Receptacle 1

56403 Strain Relief Connector 1

A401675 Electrical Harness Assembly

506340 Timer Socket 1

56933 Socket Relay 3
56931 Metal Jumpers 4

505B132 Time Delay Relay 1

56952 Fork Terminal, Pink 22

P003980 Fork Terminal, Blue 4

56922 Relay, Power 3

56822 Relay Clips 3
P001890 Connector, Plug 3
P001690 Connector, Receptacle Male 3
P003920 Receptacle, With Ears 1

506347 Din Rail 1

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APPENDIX A

EXPLOSION CHART

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APPENDIX A

CASE & COVER

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APPENDIX B

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FUNCTIONS

Schematic illustrates condition of all switches when the XL2 is at rest (in between tying cycles)
with cover closed (LS4 closed).

When the product to be tied is inserted into the tying area, Trigger Switch (LS1) closes and acti­vates the main motor and cam. As the main motor and cam begin to turn, the cam closes top and
bottom cam switches (LS2 & LS3) activating relays (K2 & K4).

Then, when the main motor and cam finish one complete rotation, the cam switches are reo­pened causing three effects:

1.Relays (K1 & K#) are activated, disabling the main motor and cam.

2.Timing relay (K4) begin its delay cycle.

3.The ribbon feed motor begins to turn.

When timing relay (K4) times out (depending on the setting of the “Tying adjustment Dial”), all
relays deactivate, the ribbon feed motor shuts off, and the unit is once again at rest.

APPENDIX B

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PARTS LIST

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INDEX #

1

2
3
4

5
6

6A

7

PART# DESCRIPTION QTY

50641 Capacitor 1
56913 Capacitor Cover* 1
16932 Capacitor Clamp* 1
505B222 Track, Mounting* 1
56933 Socket, Relay #RS-8 3
56922 Relay (115V) GV-DPDT-115A (K1, K2, K3) 3
56822 Relay Clips* 1
506340 Socket, Timer 1
505B132 Relay, Time Delay (115V) 1
56403

Strain Relief*

1
Part of 6 Potentiometer for Time Delay Relay (R1) 1
56905 Knob #409-D2-K1* 1
56908 Fuse holder #342028* 1
56909 Fuse (15V) AGC-5* (F1) 1

9

10

11
12
13

14

16912 A.C. Cord* 1
56924 On/Off Switch and Lamp (S1 and L1)* 1
56970 Optional Food Activated Switch* 1
505D142 Control Box Chassis 1
505C190 Cover, Back* 1
505C225 Cover, Front* 1
16953 Circuit Breaker 1.5 Amp* (CB1) 1
16907 Microswitch (LS1, LS2, LS3, LS4) 1
56926 Main Motor (M1) 1
505B172 Main Motor Sprocket 1
56928 Transformer #GSD-350 (230V) Options 2
505C027-1 Ribbon Feed Motor (m2) 1
505B158 Sprocket Ribbon Feed Wheel 1
505B228 Sprocket 1

*Denotes not shown.

LS4 is located on left side of enclosure, in front & under enclosure lid.

APPENDIX B

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DETAILS

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XL2 SPARE PARTS KIT:

PART# K001021

PART# DESCRIPTION QTY

56903 Miniature Lamp, 120v 1
56909 5 Amp Fuse 2
56922 Power Relay 2

P001570 Micro Switch 4
M021364 Fixed Chute - Wide Mouth 1
M001492 Pinion Shaft Assembly 1
505C127 Gear Segment - Twister Drive 1

505B153 Knife - Ribbon Cutoff 1
M001460 Spring - Tension 1

505B177 Spring - Trigger 1

56602 O’ Ring - Ribbon Forming Lever 16

REPLACEMENT CHAINS

ITEM#

25
25
25

35

PART#

A401640 16.5” Chain Assembly (for Twister Drive Assembly) 1
A401645 12.5” Chain (for Sliding Plate Assembly) 1
A401630 17.5” Chain Assembly (for Twister Support Assembly: 5 twists only) 1

A401650 13.5” Chain Assembly (for Sprocket Cam Assembly) 1

DESCRIPTION QTY

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