AFINIA LABEL AF200 User manual

AF200
FLAT SURFACE
APPLICATOR
USER MANUAL
V.2.02

Contents
1. Introduction.......................................................................................................................5
Using the applicator .............................................................................................................5
2. Setting up the Applicator...................................................................................................6
In the box.............................................................................................................................6
Specification ........................................................................................................................6
Parts of the Applicator - Figure 1.1.......................................................................................6
3. General safety instructions ...............................................................................................8
4. Operating instructions.......................................................................................................9
Setup...................................................................................................................................9
Power up..............................................................................................................................9
Determination of parameter value ‘Offset stop’.....................................................................9
Loading a label roll and calibrating the label sensor.............................................................9
Container positioning .........................................................................................................10
Working with the menu and changing parameters..............................................................10
Testing and fine tuning settings..........................................................................................10
Labeling.............................................................................................................................11
Errors.................................................................................................................................11
Adjusting the display..........................................................................................................11
Information service menu...................................................................................................11
5. Offset stop - 1 label mode...............................................................................................12
6. Offset stop 1, Offset stop 2 - 2 label mode......................................................................13
7. Loading labels ................................................................................................................15
8. Calibrating the label sensor ............................................................................................16
9. Adjusting the height of the Upper Applicator Assembly...................................................17
10. Container positioning and magnet adjustment ............................................................18
11. User menu and changing parameters..........................................................................19
Select mode ‘ONE LABEL’.................................................................................................19
Select mode ‘TWO LABELS’..............................................................................................19
12. Working with the service menu and setting parameters ..............................................20
13. Errors and Troubleshooting .........................................................................................22
14. Adjusting the brightness and the contrast of the display..............................................24
15. Information Menu - Counters.......................................................................................25
16. Information Menu - Inputs...........................................................................................25
17. Maintenance and cleaning ..........................................................................................26
18. Service........................................................................................................................26
19. Warranty.....................................................................................................................27
20. Transportation.............................................................................................................28
21. Disposal of the machine..............................................................................................28
22. Regulatory Details.......................................................................................................29
23. Technical Support.......................................................................................................30

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Following symbols are found in this user manual
Read the User Manual!
Follow safety warnings and instructions!
Protect yourself from electric shock. Danger to life!
Keep children away from the machine while in operation!
Risk from electric shock when a power cord or plug is damaged!
Dispose the packaging and the appliance in accordance with
environmental regulations!
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1. Introduction
Before using the machine for the first time, get acquainted with the
functions of the machine and be informed about the correct operation with
electrical appliances. Read the following operating instructions. Follow the
instructions in the manual. When handing over the machine to third
parties, hand over all documentation.
Using the applicator
This applicator is designed to apply one or two self-adhesive labels (front and back) on
containers/boxes with flat surfaces or slightly curved surface. Labels should be on one roll, and
in case of 2 label applications, front and back labels should be in correct order.
Place the container on the machine table and adjust the guides to position the container.
Adjust the start and stop position and press start the button or use the foot pedal. The machine
applies labels to the container.
Any other use is considered unlawful and generates significant risks of accidents. The
manufacturer accepts no responsibility for faults and damages caused by use contrary to the
indicated instructions.
The electrical protection of the machine is accomplished by a protective sheath of the
current-carrying parts and bygrounding ofthe metal housing. This requires the useof a straight
electrical outlet (socket). Overcurrent protection is provided by fuses built into the machine.
Their replacement should be performed byqualified personnel.
Attention!
Do not place any larger or smaller containers on the machine than
those specified in the technical data! Do not use damaged
containers or containers which have irregular shapes. There is a
danger of being injured.
Do not use labels with sizes beyond those specified in the
specifications! Loading labels, maintenance and cleaning should
only be performed with the power off!
Do not cover the ventilation openings of the machine! Be careful not to
spill liquid on the machine!
Do not insert objects into the openings of the machine! There is a
danger of electric shock!
Do not place your hand or fingers on the shafts of the machine!
There is a danger of injury!
Attention!
In case of electric shock, immediately disconnect power from the
machine.
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2. Setting up the Applicator
In the box
- AF200 Flat Surface Applicator
- Power cable
- Foot pedal
- Operation manual
Specification
Supply voltage: North America - 110V AC, 60 Hz —Europe, Middle
East, Asia - 220V AC, 50Hz
Power consumption: <100VA.
Dimensions: 11.8" (300mm) W, 16.8" (426mm) H, 27.5" (700mm) D
Machine weight: 50 lbs (23kgs)
Dimensions of platform: 11.8" (300mm) W, 11.8" (300mm) D
Field for labeling: 4.13" (105mm) W, 8.25" (210mm) D
Height of container: 1 to 7.87 inches (25 to 200mm) (thinner objects can be
labeled with a spacer
Label length: 1" (25mm) to 8.25" (210mm)
Width of label roll: 1" (25mm) to 4.13" (105mm)
Label Gap: > 0.1 inches (2.5mm)
Liner Thickness: < 0.07mm
Diameter of label roll: < 7.87 inches (200mm)
Corediameter: 2 to 3 inches (50 to 76mm)
Dispensing Speed: 0.1m/sec - programmable
Platform speed: 0.1m/sec - programmable
Noise information.
Noise level determined by analysis A.
Acoustic pressure level <70dB (A).
Noise level <70dB.
Parts of the Applicator - Figure 2.1
1. Magnet rails for adjusting 11. Container guide - rear
the start of the label. 12. Container guide - both sides
2. Foam roller 13. Power supply coupling
3. Label media guides 14. Power switch
4. Sensor for labels 15. Platform
5. Pull shaft 16. Foot pedal/ peripheral devices connector
6. Label media guides
7. Friction brush 17. Control panel
8. Moving arm 18. Start button
9. Label roll holder 19. Base
10. Label roll guides

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Figure 2.1

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Safe work.
3. General safety instructions
Attention! The following safety precautions must be observed when using
electrical devices to protect against electric shock, risk of injury and fire.
Read all of these instructions before using the machine.
-Keep your workplace in order. Clutter in the work area can lead to
accidents.
- Ensure good lighting in the workplace.
- Do not use the applicator in humid conditions.
- Do not use the applicator in places where there is a risk of fire or explosion.
- Keep bystanders, especially children, away from the applicator when
operating the device.
- Do not use the applicator for purposes other than those intended.
- Do not use the cord to pull the plug from the wall socket. Protect the cable
from oil, heat and sharp edges.
- Avoid unnatural postures of the body. Take care of a secure posture, keep
balance in every way.
- Carefully maintain your applicator.
- If you do not use the applicator, remove the plug from the socket.
- Do not use the applicator with a damaged power switch.
- An electrical device that cannot be switched on and switched off is dangerous
and needs to be repaired
- Inspect the machine for any damage. Check that the moving parts function as
designed and that there are no damaged parts. All parts must be installed
correctly and meet all conditions to ensure proper operation. Damaged safety
components and parts must be repaired or replaced by a certified technician,
unless otherwise stated in the instructions of the operation manual. Damaged
circuit breakers must be replaced by a certified electrician.
Specific safety instructions.
The container to be labeled is inserted and removed manually. The labeling
procedure is started by pressing the built-in 'Start' button, or by the external start pedal
connected to the device.
- Do not insert a container while the applicator is moving.
- Do not start the machine with a container that is incorrectly installed.
- Do not remove the container from the machine until the rollers have stopped.
- Failure to follow these instructions may result in injuries or damage.
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4. Operating instructions
Attention!
Every operator working with the label applicator should be familiar
with this user manual.
Setup
Place the applicator on a flat, horizontal surface larger than its base. You should
provide space around the machine for maintenance, servicing and handling.
Install the power cord that is included with the applicator. Install the start petal
cable to the connector on the side of the applicator.
Power up
Plug in the included power cord and power on the machine using the on switch on the
right side of the machine. Machine boots up to its home screen.
Determination of parameter value ‘Offset stop’
The sensor which detects the end of the label is located at a distance 64mm before the
peel edge and its position cannot be changed. This requires the input of the 'Offset-
stop' parameter for single-label mode and 'Offset-stop 1' and 'Offset-stop 2' for two-
label mode.
These parameters determine the proper positioning of the subsequent label to the peel
edge. The values depend on the length of the labels and the distance between them.
For convenience, the measurement of the labels, the distance between them and the
calculation of the offsets are done before loading the label roll in the machine.
The online tool to calculate the values can be found on our website,
https://afinialabel.com/af200calc. This QR code will take you to the webpage.
When applying a single label, refer to section 5 to manually calculate the offset value.
When applying two labels, refer to section 6 to manually calculate the offset value.
Loading a label roll and calibrating the label sensor
The machine is loaded with label roll meeting the specifications described in the
technical data. For better access, the upper applicator assembly should be lifted up
and the platform pulled to the front position. The procedure is performed with the
machine powered off. Detailed instructions are listed in Section 7.
Refer to section 8 to calibrate the label sensor. This step does not need to be repeated
if the label roll material and size remains the same.

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Container positioning
The dimensions of the container as well as the position of the label are specified in
the technical data. To apply labels to thinner containers than the minimum spec of 1
inch, a pre-made spacer with the necessary shape and height needs to be attached to
the platform.
To apply labels to irregularly shaped container, a suitable mold or jig must be attached
to the platform. For optimum results, it is necessary to adjust the height of the upper
applicator assembly based on the height of the container, using steps laid out in
Section 9.
Position of the applied label depends on correctly positioning the container on the
platform and adjusting the magnet screws to set start and end points. Detailed steps
are listed for this adjustment in Section 10.
Working with the menu and changing parameters
The menus in the machine are divided into two sections - user and service. They are
protected by passwords that cannot be changed. The password of the user menu is
deactivated by default.
The machine operator works within the user menu. The operator can change the
operating mode (one or two labels) and set the already calculated offset stop or offset
stop 1 and offset stop 2 for two label mode. Detailed instructions are in Section 11.
The technical staff works within the service menu. Technician can enable/disable user
menu password, change labelling speed and turn on/off fast platform movement
speed. Detailed instructions are in Section 12.
Testing and fine tuning settings
Test the machine and make precise adjustments:
- monitor position of the applied label, along with the peel edge. Adjust by
changing offset stop or offset stop 1 and offset stop 2 for two-label mode.
Decreasing its value causes the label to move inward.
- monitor the left / right position of the label. Adjust the position of the media guides
as needed.
- monitor the end of the applied label with respect to the foam roller at the end
of the cycle. In the case of two-label mode, monitor label with more rear
position. If needed, adjust the position of the rear guide.
- monitor the position of the beginning of the label. Adjust the position of the
right magnet. For two label mode adjust the right magnet for first label and the
left magnet for second label. The direction and distance of placement of the
magnet corresponds to the direction and distance of the placement of the
label.
- monitor the desired repeatability of labeling position. Adjust labeling speed.
Low speeds lead to better repeatability. When changing the labeling speed,
the positions of the magnets need to be adjusted and the position of the
beginning of the label also changes.