VASTEX E-100-2128, E-100-2331, E-100, E-1000, E-1-4731 Assembly And Operation Instructions Manual

Doc. # 01-04-021E

Year of Manufacture: 20____

Fluorescent Exposing Units

Original Instructions

E-100 & E-1000

Assembly and Operation Instructions

E100-2128

E1-4731

E100-2331

Vastex International, Inc.
1032 N. Irving St.
Allentown, Pa. 18109 USA
Phone# [phone] Fax# [phone]

Contents Pg. #

Introduction, Machine Specifications 2
Safety Information 3
Assembly Instructions 4-5
Operating Instructions 6
Troubleshooting 7
Maintenance 8-9
Emulsion Tip 10-11
01-00-005/015 Warranty/Terms and Conditions 12

Electrical Drawing #: Revision:
Serial Number: VTX

(Please log your machine's serial number and date of purchase for future reference.)

Date: / /

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Introduction

Vastex Exposing Units

(Ultraviolet Exposure Systems)

Thank you for purchasing your printing equipment form Vastex International Inc.
Vastex has been designing and building printing equipment since 1960. We have knowledge and

experience, and are proud to supply the printing industry with quality equipment at an affordable price. You
can be confident your purchase will give you years of trouble free service.

Machine Specifications & Part Numbers

Overall Size (lid closed)
Depth x Width x Height

Weight
Screen Capacity

Power Requirements

Vacuum Pump

Vacuum Timer
Exposure Timer
Glass Reorder Numbers

Light Source

Vacuum Blanket
Lid Seal

E100-2128 E100-2331 E1-4731

32.75” x 37.75” x 14”
(83 x 88 x 36 cm)

151 lbs. (68.5kg) 174 lbs. (78.9kg) 273 lbs. (123.8kg)

21" x 28" 23” x 31” (2) 23" x 31" or a 31" x 47"

120v: 60Hz @ 3.5 Amps

240v: 50/60Hz @ 2 Amps

1/16 HP Diaphragm Pump

(120V P/N: 04-02-040)
(240V P/N: 04-02-041)

Analog P/N 04-01-085 Analog P/N 04-01-085 Analog P/N 04-01-085
Analog P/N 04-01-085 Analog P/N 04-01-085 Digital P/N: 04-01-083

P/N: 04-08-060 P/N: 04-08-048 P/N: 04-08-049

(4) 24" Black UV Bulbs

P/N: 04-08-006
P/N: EUB-2128 P/N: EUB-2331 P/N: EUB-4731
P/N: 04-08-039 P/N: 04-08-039 P/N: 04-08-039

36.5” x 41.75” x 14”
(93 x 106 x 36 cm)

120v: 60Hz @ 3.5 Amps

240v: 50/60Hz @ 2 Amps

1/16 HP Diaphragm Pump

(120V P/N: 04-02-040)
(240V P/N: 04-02-041)

(6) 28" Black HO UV Bulbs

P/N: 04-08-050

(106.7 x 132.1 x 114.3 cm)

240v: 50/60Hz @ 4 Amps

(120/240V—P/N: 04-02-060)

(12) 28" Black HO UV Bulbs

42” x 52” x 45”

120v: 60Hz @ 5 Amps

1/4 HP Rocking Piston

Pump

P/N: 04-08-050

Floor Model/Tabletop

Warranty

Table Top, optional stand

1 Year; Manufacturer

Essential Characteristics of tools which may be fitted to this machinery: This equipment is
not designed to be used with any additional attachments or tools, other than as specifically listed

available

defects

Table Top, optional stand

available

3 Years; Manufacturer

Defects

Floor model only

3 Years; Manufacturer

Defects

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Safety

Intended Use:

This equipment is intended for the purpose of exposing screens and films with UV light in conjunction with
UV sensitive emulsions.

Safety:

 The operator should read and understand this manual before operating this equipment. Store manual

and safety information near equipment for easy
access to operators.

 Never leave equipment unattended while in operation.
 Children and pets must be kept clear of the work area.
 Do not store any objects on top of the exposing unit.
 Unplug power cord before removing glass or entering control box.
 Do not operate if any guard or cover has been removed.
 Do not operate if power cord is damaged.
 Safe Operating Temperature (Ambient): 55°F-100°F (13°C-38°C)
 Do not attempt to defeat safety interlocks.
 Noise and Vibration: This noise level produced by this equipment does not exceed 70 dB(A).

** WARNING HANDLE GLASS WITH CARE **

Wear gloves when handling the glass
Lay glass only on a flat protected surface
Tempered glass, although strong, can shatter if the edges are subject to an impact

General Information

 Exposing Unit must be on a flat surface to

eliminate stress on the glass.

 Caution! Screens must be free of sharp edges.

All surfaces coming in contact with vacuum
blanket should be rounded and smooth.

 If installing onto the Vastex utility cart, see the

utility cart manual for
attachment procedure. (E-1000 Only)

 Black UV light bulbs are used in Vastex exposing

units. Ultraviolet output of bulbs will lessen over
time. Replacing of bulbs is recommended if
longer exposure times are noticed. Changing
bulbs every 1 to 2 years is recommended. See
the Lamp Maintenance section of this manual for
details.

 Keep the lid in the raised position when not in

use. It will increase the life of lifting cylinders
and the rubber blanket.

Tools Required

 Philips Head Screw Driver
 7/16”, 1/2”, 9/16" & 5/8” Wrenches
 OR METRIC: 11mm, 13mm, 15mm, 16mm

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Assembly

Getting started:

Your Exposing Unit has been fully assembled and tested in our factory. Both lid lifting
cylinders have been removed from their upper mounting stud and secured to the side of the
cabinet. Follow the steps in this manual to reattach them. Be careful not to damage the
rubber vacuum blanket when removing the Exposing Unit from it's crating.
It is best to keep the lid locked closed when lifting the exposing unit. Carefully remove the
unit from its crate and place it on a suitable surface. It is important that the surface be flat, an
uneven surface can put stress on the glass causing it to crack.

Placing the equipment into service and operating the equipment:

To place equipment into service, follow steps 1-4 (if applicable to your unit) and 5 on page 5.
To operate your exposure unit, follow the instructions on page 6 and the troubleshooting and maintenance
instructions on pages 7-9.

Stability during use, transportation, assembling, dismantling when out of service, testing, and
foresee able breakdowns:

This equipment is designed to be stable under all foreseeable conditions if the instructions provided
herein are followed. Do not place the units into positions not shown in this manual (e.g., on their sides) and
do not operate with any parts removed unless necessary for troubleshooting.

Safe transport, handling, storage: when the equipment is transported, it should moved by two or more
people. No other special precautions are required. Refer to page 2 for unit masses.

Acorn Nut & Upper
Cylinder Mounting Stud

(2) Lid Lifting Cylinders
(one on each side)

(2) Leg Assembly
(E1-4731 Only)

(2) Lid Locking HandleRubber Vacuum Blanket

Lid

Vacuum Pump Access Panel
(E1-4731Only)

Pump Exhaust
(opposite side on E-100 models)

Power Cord
(opposite side on E-100 models)

Control Panel
(opposite side on E-100 models)