Installation and Set-Up
Receiving And Handling
After the machine has been uncrated, examine the case sealer for damage that might have occurred during transit. If damage is evident, file a damage claim immediately with the transportation company and also notify your 3M Representative.
Machine
Important – Read "Warnings", on page 19, before attempting to
The following instructions are presented in the order recommended for setting up and installing the case sealer, as well as for learning the operating functions and adjustments. Following them step by step will result in your thorough understanding of the machine and an installation in your production line that best utilizes the many features built into the case sealer. Refer to Figure
Note – A tool kit consisting of metric open end and hex socket wrenches is provided with the machine. These tools should be adequate to
PACKAGING AND SEPARATE PARTS
1.Lift off fiberboard cover from pallet after removing staples and straps at bottom.
2.Remove protective wrapping around machine.
3.Install the upper tape drum bracket on the top crossbar as shown in Figure
4.The column guards, shown in Figure
washers holding the guards on the columns. Rotate the guards 180° and install back on the columns as shown. Replace existing screws and washers to secure the guards in place.
5.Cut cable ties securing upper assembly to machine bed on each side.
6. Pneumatic connection.
WARNING – Use care when working with compressed air.
The case sealer requires a 5 bar gauge pressure 110 litre/min [70 PSIG], @21°C, 1.01 bar [3.75 SCFM] compressed air supply. As shown in Figure
Note
a.Read and remove safety tag from pneumatic "On/Off" valve.
b.Connect the main air supply line to the inlet side of the on/off valve using the barbed fitting and hose clamp provided. See Figure
(8 mm [5/16 inch] ID) must be clamped tightly to the barbed fitting.
If another type of connector is desired, the barbed fitting can be removed and replaced with the desired
Always turn the air valve "Off" when the air supply line is being connected or disconnected.
7.Turn the air supply on be turning the air on/off valve to SUP (On).
Note
8.Raise and latch upper drive assembly in full "Up" position.
CAUTION – Read "Operation – Mechanical Latch", page 18, before
raising and latching upper drive assembly.
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