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1.2 How to Read and Use the Instruction Manual
This instruction manual covers safety aspects,
handling and transport, storage, unpacking,
preparation, installation, operation, setup and
adjust- ments, technical and manufacturing
specifi cations, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair
work and servicing, electric diagrams, warranty infor-
mation, disposal (ELV), a defi nition of symbols, plus
a parts list of the 3M-MaticTM a80f-if Infeed Conveyor
3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division 3M
Center, Bldg. 220-5E-06 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
(USA) / Edition June 2011 / Copyright 3M 2011 / All
rights reserved. The manufacturer reserves the right
to change the product at any time without notice.
Publication © 3M 2011 44-0009-2097-3.
1.2.1 Importance of the Manual
The manual is an important part of the machine;
all information contained herein is intended to
enable the equipment to be maintained in perfect
condition and operated safely. Ensure that the
manual is available to all operators of this equipment
and is kept up to date with all subsequent amend-
ments. Should the equipment be sold or disposed
of, please ensure that the manual is passed on.
Electrical and pneumatic diagrams are included in
the manual. Equipment using PLC controls and/or
electronic components will include relevant schemat-
ics or programs in the enclosure and in
addition, the relevant documentation will
be delivered separately.
1-INTRODUCTION (continued)
1.2.2 Manual Maintenance
Keep the manual in a clean and dry place near the
machine. Do not remove, tear, or rewrite parts of the
manual for any reason. Use the manual without
damaging it. If the manual has been lost or damaged,
ask your after sale service for a new copy.
1.2.3 Consulting the Manual
The manual is composed of:
- Pages which identify the document and the machine
- Index of the subjects
- Instructions and notes on the machine
- Enclosures, drawings and diagrams
- Spare parts (last section)
All pages and diagrams are numbered.
The spare parts lists are identifi ed by the fi gure
identifi cation number. All the notes on safety measures
or possible dangers are identifi ed by the symbol:
1.2.4 How to Update the Manual in Case of
Modifi cations to the Machine
Modifi cations to the machine are subject to
manufacturer’s internal procedures. The user
receives a complete and up-to-date copy of the
manual together with the machine. Afterwards
the user may receive pages or parts of the
manual which contain amendments or
improvements made after its fi rst publication.
The user must use them to update this manual.
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