VASTEX F-100, F-1000, F-1000-240, F-100-240 Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

Year of Manufacture: 20____

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Models:

F-100
F-100-240
F-1000
F-1000-240

Doc #: 01-03-035A

Original Instructions

F-100 & F-1000 Flash

Contents Page#

 Component Identification 2

 Safety Information 3

 Assembly 4

 Electrical Requirements 5

 Controls 5

 Operation 5

 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 6

 Warranty / Terms and Conditions 7

Electrical Drawing #: ____________________ Rev: _______

Serial #: ________________________ Date: ____/____/____

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

VTX

Vastex International, Inc.

7 Emery St
Bethlehem, Pa 18015
Phone: [phone]

ite www.vastex.com

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Authorized Representative in Europe:
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Nieuwstad 100 1381 CE Weesp,
The Netherlands
Tel : + 31 (0) 294 – 48 33 55
Fax : + 31 (0) 294 – 41 46 87

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F-100 & F-1000 Flash

2

Component Identification

Inspect all packages while unpacking and notify the shipping company if any damages are
detected. The flash heater head was assembled, tested (burned-in) and packaged in perfect
condition in a proven container. Review the manual before starting assembly.

(1) Heater Head

(4) Legs Part# 07-01-011

(1) Round Post Part# 07-04-007-0

(1) Square Post Part# 07-04-008-0/07-04-009-0

Overall Assembly Diagram

(1) Knob # 04-05-106

(1) Lock Collar # 04-05-004

(8) ¼-20 x 1/2 Hex Head Bolts # 04-05-013

(1) ¼-20 x 2¼ Hex Head Bolt # 04-05-164

(9) ¼-20 Serrated Lock Nuts # 04-05-289

(4) 3/8-16 Threaded Levelers # 04-06-027

(4) 3/8-16 Hex Nuts # 04-05-285

(3) Handles # 07-04-016-0

(8) #8 x 3/8 Sht Metal Screws # 04-05-080

Handle

Flash Head Leveling Bolt

Flash Head

6” Ref.

Vertical Adj. /
Locking Collar

Site Window

Levelers or

Optional Casters

Safety Information

3

 The operator should read and understand the in-

struction manual before operating this equipment.
Store this manual and safety information near the
equipment for easy access to operators.

 VASTEX flash units are intended for the curing of

non-flammable inks on screen printed materials.
Do not use for any other purpose unless authorized
by Vastex International, Inc. Use of this equipment
for any other purpose can be dangerous and may
cause damage to this equipment, voiding the war­ranty.

 It is recommended that the area around this equip-

ment be designated as a work area and only au­thorized employees are allowed in this area.

 Children and pets must be kept clear from the

work area.

 Do Not place any objects on top of the heater or

control box; surfaces are hot.

 Never leave equipment unattended.
 DO NOT operate any flash units with any cover or

guard removed.

 Do Not operate if the power cord or heater face is

damaged.

 Operator must be familiar with the controls of the

flash unit before operating.

 Before starting production, check that all covers and

guards are in place, no material has been left on the
flash unit, and the work area is clear of obstructions.

 Make certain when turning on the heater that it is

not positioned over any flammable material, includ­ing the printer pallet. If heater is allowed to dwell
over pallet for extended periods of time it will dam­age the pallet surface.

 Always turn off power at the main disconnect at the

end of production.

 Do Not remove any cover or guard until power at

the main disconnect is switched off and locked out.
No unauthorized persons are to be allowed inside
the control boxes.

 Turn off and lock out power at the main disconnect

before cleaning and maintenance.

 Only qualified technicians should be allowed to

make repairs on VASTEX Flash Units

 Noise and vibration: These units do not pro-

.

duce noise exceeding 70 dB(A).

Warning
Heat Control and/or power switch should be switched off before plugging and/or unplugging the power cord.

Instructions for placing your equipment into service and use

To place your flash unit into service:

1.) Review the Component Identification section on page 2 to familiarize yourself with the various components of your
machine.

2.) Follow steps 1 through 10 on pages 4 and 5 (Assembly Instructions)

To use your flash unit:

1.) Familiarize yourself with the function of the controls on your unit (see page 5).

2.) Follow the “Heating Operation” procedures on page 5.

Stability during use, transportation, assembly, testing, and foreseea­ble breakdowns

This equipment is designed and expected to be stable during all foreseeable conditions, provided that the cautions and
instructions in this manual are followed. Do not place any objects on machine heads. If it is necessary to remove the
head/round post assembly from the square post on the base, head assembly flat on the ground — do not try to balance it
upright.

Safe transport, handling, and storage

This equipment is designed to be as safe as possible under all foreseeable conditions of transport, handling, and storage.
Be certain to switch the equipment off, unplug it, and let it cool before handling any parts that become hot during opera­tion, and before storing. When handling your machinery, be aware of the following weights:

F-100: 39 lbs (18 kg); F-1000: 42 lbs (19 kg)