OPERATOR’s MANUAL
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Operator’s manual
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1
Declaration of conformity............................................................................................................. 3
2 Caution........................................................................................................................................ 4
3 General information ..................................................................................................................... 5
3.1 Unpacking and inspection.................................................................................................... 5
4 Installation................................................................................................................................... 5
5 Operation .................................................................................................................................... 6
5.1 Adjusting the height ............................................................................................................. 6
5.2 External torque adjustment .................................................................................................. 6
5.3 Changing the screw head .................................................................................................... 7
5.4 Change of bottle grip............................................................................................................ 7
6 Daily use ..................................................................................................................................... 8
7 Accessories................................................................................................................................. 9
8 Cleaning and maintenance .......................................................................................................... 9
8.1 Cleaning .............................................................................................................................. 9
8.2 Maintenance ........................................................................................................................ 9
9 Technical specifications............................................................................................................... 9
10 Disposal .................................................................................................................................... 10
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1 Declaration of conformity
We Watson-Marlow Flexicon A/S
Frejasvej 2-6
DK-4100 Ringsted
Declare on our sole responsibility that the product:
FlexCap 32 - FC32
Model
Serial No.
Part No.
Supply:
To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standard(s):
DS/EN ISO 12100 Safety of machinery - Basic concepts, general
principles of design
DS/EN 60204 Safety of machinery – Electrical equipment of
machines
According to the provisions in the Directives:
2006/42/EC On the approximation of the laws of the Member
States relating to machinery
2006/95/EC On the harmonization of the laws of Member
States relating to electrical equipment designed for
use within certain voltage limits
2004/108/EC On the approximation of the laws of the Member
States relating to electromagnetic compatibility
March 2010
Ringsted, Denmark
Signature:
Jørn O Jeppesen
Development Manager
”year”
Made in Denmark
FC32
yyww xxxx
xx-xxx-xxx
xx V / xx Hz / xx watt
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2 Caution
This manual should be read before using the FlexCap 32.
Explanations to the pictograms:
"Warning against touching"/ "Warning against dangerous part of the machine":
"Warning against high voltage":
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When adjusting the machine makes sure that the gab between the screw head and bottle cap is less
than 3 mm.
The mains switch is used for emergency stopping.
FlexCap 32 should only be used for capping bottles.
The FlexCap 32 must be placed on a stable bedplate and in such a way, that it is not exposed to
great humidity, high temperatures or other abnormal operating-environments. It is not to be used in
explosion hazardous environments.
It is prohibited to maintain or clean the FlexCap 32, when it is connected to the power supply.
It is prohibited for unauthorised personnel to open the cover of the FlexCap 32’s electrical parts.
Always remember that the FlexCap 32 must be earthed by way of the switch.
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3 General information
3.1 Unpacking and inspection
FlexCap 32 is a semiautomatic screw capping for bottles. By changing the screw head and bottle grip,
different bottles can be capped with different cap sizes.
Please check that all items listed on the packing list have been received, and that no items were
damaged during transport. In case of any defects or shortcomings, please contact Watson-Marlow
Flexicon or your local supplier immediately.
When ordering spare parts or accessories for the FlexCap 32, please state serial number. The serial
number is stamped on a label on the rear of FlexCap 32.
4 Installation
Fig. 4.1
Please check that, the machine is made for your local power supply. The sign on the machine
indicates the value of power (110/120 VAC or 220/240 VAC). The frequency has no influence.
If the delivered power cable does not match your plug, the power cable is mounted in the right plug.
The cable must be mounted as following:
Braun Phase
Blue Neutral
Yellow/Green Earth
Tab. 4.1
REMEMBER that the machine must always via the power plug be connected to the earth and
connected to CLEAN and DRY compressed air.
Due to the safety it is imperative that the earth connection is correctly established.
The plug box (E) contains 2 pieces of fuses. When the cover of fuse box is removed 1 more fuse is
found inside the machine.
Connect the 5-7 clean and dry compressed airs to the pipe stub (P). Connect the power to the plug
box (E) and the machine is ready for use.
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5 Operation
5.1 Adjusting the height
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Fig. 5.1
When the power and air is connected, the screw unit with screw head is in the upper position. Place a
bottle with cap (the cap just pre screwed as during operation) on the foot of the machine. By
loosening the finger screw (A) the position of the screw unit can be adjusted. Make sure that the
screw head is just 2 - 3 mm above the cap. The bottle grip (B) must be adjusted, so the unit gets
activated, when the bottle is under the centre of the screw unit.
5.2 External torque adjustment
The clutch casing sleeve (C) is pushed down, and the screw head is rotated until the hole in the
adjustment lock plate is visible through the slot. The torque of the cap can then be increased by
inserting a Phillips screw driver and rotating it clockwise. Rotating the screw driver counter clockwise
will decrease the torque.
Fig. 5.2
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5.3 Changing the screw head
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Fig. 5.3
Fig. 5.4
Pull the spring-loaded release sleeve down, and pull at the same time the screw head down. The
screw head will come off the quick change chuck.
For mounting the new screw head, press the head up in the quick change chuck. When the air supply
is re-opened the unit is ready for operation with the new screw head, after adjustment of the height as
described in section 5.1.
5.4 Change of bottle grip
The bottle grip can be released by unscrewing the finger screw fix the bottle grip to the arm. The new
bottle grip is mounted with the finger screw, and adjusted as described in section 5.1.
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6 Daily use
The bottle with cap (the cap just pre screwed) is placed in the bottle grip.
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Fig. 6.1
When the bottle grip (B) is activated (by pushing it towards the rear of the machine), the screw unit go
down and cap the bottle.
Fig. 6.2
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7 Accessories
For each cap and bottle size a customised screw head as well as bottle grip is needed. WatsonMarlow Flexicon manufactures the screw heads and grip according to bottle and cap samples.
Accessories
Screw head 89-110-010
Grip 89-115-050
8 Cleaning and maintenance
8.1 Cleaning
Daily cleaning will not be necessary except for the normal routine cleaning of production equipment.
Correct cleaning is carried out by washing the FC32 with a firmly wrung cloth or paper towel, and
subsequently the machine is wiped.
NOTE: The FC32 may not be cleaned by pouring or splashing liquids onto the machine.
8.2 Maintenance
The screw capping air motor requires lubrication in order to function optimal.
It is recommended to supply the air inlet with one drop
done by removing the air hose at the top of the screw unit and then supplying the air inlet with one
drop of oil.
Recommended oil: Rocol Foodlube Multi-Lube with PTFE.
All other movable parts in FlexCap 32 are maintenance-free; no maintenance is required apart from
normal cleaning of the equipment.
If service should be needed, please contact your supplier or Watson-Marlow Flexicon A/S.
of turbine oil before and after operation; this is
9 Technical specifications
Power supply 110/240 VAC 50/60 Hz with earth
Power consumes. 50 W max.
Air supply 5 to 7 bar
Air Capacity 150 l/min max
Torque Variable from 1 - 4 Nm
Cap Size Diameter. Ø65mm Height 40 mm max.
Bottle size Diameter. Ø15-100 mm Height 240mm max.
Housing Anodised aluminium
Ingress Protection IP31
Weight 16 kg
Order number 93-110-110
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10 Disposal
The FF30-S is to be considered as electrical equipment, and should be disposed according to the
European Community directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE)
COPYRIGHT
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Copyright (c) 2010 Watson-Marlow Flexicon A/S. All rights to this manual belong to Watson-Marlow
Flexicon A/S. Neither the complete manual nor parts of it may be translated, copied, printed or
published in any form or by any means without permission in writing from Watson-Marlow Flexicon
A/S
Watson-Marlow Flexicon A/S is convinced that the information of this manual is correct, but WatsonMarlow Flexicon A/S can not be held responsible for it.
Watson-Marlow Flexicon A/S reserves the right to update and amend this manual without previous
notice. Watson-Marlow Flexicon A/S is under no obligation to update manuals already published.
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