AFM LX-100 User manual

Shrink Sleeve Label Applicator
Model Number LX-100
User Guide

AFM
Shrink Sleeve Label Applicator
Model Number LX-100
User Guide
Revised 4/20/2018
P/N 4510004 Rev Beta
Copyright and Trademarks
Copyright ©2018 American Film and Manufacturing.
All rights reserved. All trademarks and brand names
are the property of their respective owners.
AFM
7041 Boone Avenue North
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Phone: [phone]; Fax [phone]
www.afmsleeves.com

Contents:
Safety .......................................................................................................8
Introduction............................................................................................11
System Components ................................................................................................... 11
System Dimensions .................................................................................................... 12
System Specifications ................................................................................................. 13
Description and Main components .............................................................................. 14
Installation and Setup............................................................................16
Location Requirements ............................................................................................... 17
Data Cable and Power Connections ........................................................................... 18
Operation................................................................................................19
Before Running Product .............................................................................................. 19
Location of Switches ................................................................................................... 19
Loading a Film Roll ............................................................................................................... 20
Threading Film ...................................................................................................................... 21
Sub-Assemblies .................................................................................................................... 22
Changing/Installing/Adjusting Mandrels ...................................................................... 24
Conveyor ............................................................................................................................... 31
Motion Detector Sensor (product trigger) .............................................................................. 31
Adjustment locations ............................................................................................................. 34
Typical setup ......................................................................................................................... 35
Testing ...................................................................................................36
Touch Panel Screens (H.M.I.) ................................................................43
Screens ....................................................................................................................... 43
Screen 10 .............................................................................................................................. 43
Screen 15 .............................................................................................................................. 43
Screen 12 .............................................................................................................................. 44
Screen 30 .............................................................................................................................. 44
Screen 13 .............................................................................................................................. 45
Screen 14 .............................................................................................................................. 46
Screen 31 .............................................................................................................................. 46
Screen 33 .............................................................................................................................. 47
Screen 11 .............................................................................................................................. 47
Maintenance...........................................................................................48
Changing Cutter Blades .............................................................................................. 48
LX-100 ........................................................................................................................ 50
Weekly .................................................................................................................................. 50
Every three weeks ................................................................................................................. 50
Every six months ................................................................................................................... 50
Annually ................................................................................................................................ 51
Every two to three years ....................................................................................................... 51
Unwind System ........................................................................................................... 52
Daily ...................................................................................................................................... 52

Every six months ................................................................................................................... 52
Every two years ..................................................................................................................... 52
Frequency ............................................................................................................................. 52
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................53
General ................................................................................................................................. 53
Specific problems while running machine ............................................................................. 55
Motion Detector .....................................................................................58
Motion Detector Sensor Details................................................................................... 58
Motion Detector Sensor Setup .................................................................................... 59
Print Reading Sensor details ....................................................................................... 60
Print Reading Sensor setup ........................................................................................ 61
Operation Appendix ...............................................................................62
Exploded Assembly Diagrams ...............................................................69
Schematic Diagrams..............................................................................75
Optional..................................................................................................81
Parts List................................................................................................85
Warranty Statement AFM Products .......................................................91
Customer Support ..................................................................................95

Safety 7

8 Safety
Safety
The AFM Shrink Sleeve Label Applicating Machine is easy to install, operate and
maintain. Please follow these safety steps to insure smooth and safe operation:
All operators should study this manual thoroughly before operating the machine.
 Always follow GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) when operating this machinery.
 The machine is heavy. While unpacking and setting up the unit, always take care to
use proper lifting techniques. Avoid over-reaching and leaning over while handling the
machine and accessories. Use more than one person to lift and move the labeling
system (four is recommended), or use a minimum 1.25-ton forklift.
 Wear safety shoes and work gloves when moving the machine.
 Beware of uneven spots on the factory floor, as the machine could tip over.
 Make sure the electrical power source is properly wired and grounded. The power
source should comply with all safety regulations and codes applicable to the
installation location.
 Before attempting any service or repair, make sure that the power is turned off and
power cable is disconnected from the power source.
 Before connecting the air supply, make sure that the pressure gauge is closed and
that the pressure indicator reads zero.
 The equipment generates heat, so make sure the area is properly ventilated.
 Do not place any body parts or tools into a running machine!
 Turn off and unplug the machine while servicing and performing maintenance
procedures.
CAUTION
TEAM LIFT

Safety 9
 Be sure to use correct lockout/tagout procedures when performing maintenance and
repairs on this machinery.
 The blades used on this machine are extremely sharp. Handle with extreme care.
Preferably use cut-resistant gloves when replacing blades.
 Never remove any GROUND connection from this equipment. Failure to follow this
directive could result in damage to the equipment, fire, serious personal injury, or
death.
 Keep water away from the electrical enclosure (at the rear of the machine), the control
panel, and all other electrical components.
 This machine is protected by hardware MCR and E-STOP and door safety interlocks.
Under no circumstances should these be disabled.
 The LX-100 incorporates line-control interlocks which may allow it to start
automatically, without warning.
 Take care when lifting heavy rolls of labels. If lifting from ground-level be sure to lift
with the large muscles of your legs.
 Always consult with AFM before making any modifications to the electrical circuitry or
PLC program.
 Always replace fuses and other protective circuit devices with those of the appropriate
current rating.
 When working with glass containers always wear safety glasses with side-shields.
 Some shrink label materials contain toxic chemicals. Be sure to store and dispose of
properly.
 E-STOP and safety doors should never be used to stop the machine; E-STOPS are
for EMERGENCY ONLY; safety doors should only be opened once the machine has
come to a stop. Failure to follow these directives could result in damage to the servo
drives and VFDs.

10 Safety
Ensure that machines are grounded.
Crush hazard. Do not place hands or other objects on moving mechanism. Shut
down machine before doing any maintenance or troubleshooting.
Cut hazard. Do not place hands or other objects on moving mechanism. Shut
down machine before doing any maintenance or troubleshooting.
Electrical hazard. No user serviceable parts. Keep out of power supply.
Keep equipment dry and indoors.

Introduction 11
Introduction
The LX-100 Shrink Sleeve Label and Tamper-Evident band applicator is designed for
middle, full-body, and full-body and cap applications. It is designed for low-to-moderate
production rates for industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical,
health and beauty, and other manufactured goods. It can be used for horizontal or vertical
perforation applications.
System Components
 LX-100
 HMI
 Unwind Station
 Take-up Reel
2054
HMI
Unwind
Station
Take-up
Reel
LX-100

12 Introduction
System Dimensions
26.13 [663.67]
20.87 [530.00]
61.22~80.20
[1555~1965]
44.50 [1130]
26.56 [675]
58.00 [1472] 1914

Introduction 13
System Specifications
Power: A.C. 3-Phase, 220 Volt, 50/60Hz
Motor: 150W X 2, 60W X 1, 750W X 2
Film Width: 40-170mm
Length: 30-200mm
Thickness: 0.035-0.07mm
Applied Material: OPS, PET, PVC
Speed: 100 BPM Max. (PET Film, cut length 100mm)
Speed will vary with the shape and types of items, thickness, and length of shrinkable
film. Correct speed can be determined by actual running conditions.
Reference formula: objects diameter + 1.5~2mm x 1.57.

14 Introduction
Description and Main Components
The AFM LX-100 shrink sleeve labeler feeds tubular plastic film (OPS, PET, PETE,
PVC, PLA, etc.), opens it around a Mandrel (former or “bullet”), cuts the film to the
required length and places it on the containers passing under the mandrel. The film cut-
length can either be triggered by an eye-mark on the film (print-registration mode, using
the transition between opaque and clear on the printing of the film) or can be based
upon a fixed number of pulses generated by the encoder of the Film Feed Drive motor
(NO PRINT mode, selectable from the SETTING screen).
With the addition of the perforator option, each label can be perforated on the machine
to offer tamper-evidence, or to facilitate removal by the consumer.
The Film Feed Roller feeds the film by one label cut length each cycle, and the Wheels
on the Applicator assembly shoot each cut label onto the container; the cut > film-feed
cycle is triggered by the approach of the container, as detected by the Motion Detector
Sensor Eye. The label at the base of the Mandrel is first cut; then, as the feed cycle
begins, it is pushed down into the path of the (continuously rotating) Applicator Wheels,
which shoots the label onto the container.
2058
2058t
Film
Feed
Roller
Cutter
Take-up reel
HMI
Applicator Assembly
Mandrel
Dancer
Motion Detector
Senso
r
Timing
Screw
Control

Introduction 15
The Take-up Reel system on the LX-100 is designed to maintain back-tension in the
film, to maintain correct registration for the Cutter, and to give a cut with minimal tails
and burrs.
The Obstruction (Jam) Sensor monitors each label as it passes under the Mandrel and
stops the machine automatically if a label fails to make it down below the Mandrel, or if
a label becomes stuck at the base of the Mandrel.
Conveyor Side Belts and Brush-down units are two optional extras which can be used,
depending upon the application. The Side-belts are generally not used in cases where
the bottom of the label is to come down all the way to conveyor level; in cases where
the label is designed to stop part of the way down the container, or is a shoulder label,
the Side-belts can be used to support the bottom of the label as it is applied to the
container.
Brush-down may be necessary when the labels fail to consistently go down to the
desired height on the container (for example, when the containers coming into the
machine are wet).
The LX-100 has its own film unwind device. Since the LX-100 is a shrink sleeve labeler,
a Heater Tunnel (steam, convection or infrared) must be used also.
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1602
Side Belt
Shoulder Label

16 Installation and Setup
Installation and Setup
The LX-100 will have been pre-tested with your product prior to shipment.
Included in box:
 LX-100
 Unwind
Optional:
 Conveyor
 Horizontal perforator
 Vertical perforator
 Heat tunnel
 Timing screw / Timing Belts
 Side Belts
 Accumulator
 Brush-down
 TTO Printer
 Encoder
Please see your dealer for any optional equipment purchases.

Installation and Setup 17
Location Requirements
 Place machine in the location where it can be easily accessed from all sides.
 Ensure that unit is level. Adjust levelling using the levelling feet.
 Align the mandrel with the center line of the conveyor.
 Adjust the height of the machine by turning the adjustable feet until the space (A) from
the top of the container to the bottom of the mandrel (B) is approximately half the
length of a label. When this has been completed, tighten the adjustable feet. Most of
the adjustment to set the height of the mandrel, relative to the top of the container, is
accomplished with the crank on the side of the labeler. The leveling mounts should
just be used to put the LX100 at a height where both the shortest and tallest bottles
can be accommodated. Level the Machine and Conveyor.
 Secure the conveyor to the machine using a brace.
 After verifying that the supply voltage matches the voltage shown on the name-plate
and on the electrical schematics, connect the three-phase power.
 Install the timing screw assembly so that the screw ends at least 12 inches upstream
of the Mandrel.
(B)
(C)
(A)
1915
Container
B
Mandrel
Conveyor
Brace

18 Installation and Setup
Data Cable and Power Connections
Connect HMI, Touchscreen, and Conveyor before plugging into power. Make sure
power switch is set to “off” before plugging in. Do not “hot plug” any of the assemblies.
Brushdown hookups are located on the outfeed side, and any Feed (Timing) Screw
hookups should be located on the infeed side.
2060
Plug into
220VAC
Power
Switch
Brushdowns
2167
Timing
Screw

Operation 19
Operation
Before Running Product
Before running product, be sure to check the following:
1. Container Conveyor Guide-widths and Timing Screw position should correspond
to the width of the container and centering of the Mandrel on the conveyor.
2. Check that the Mandrel is installed securely.
3. Use MANUAL MODE to verify the correct cut and, when applicable, perforation
position.
4. Use a container to make sure that the Brush-down units are set correctly (if
applicable).
5. Verify that your Heater Tunnel is set up correctly.
6. Verify that the Motion Detector Sensor Eye is at the correct height – usually to
detect the leading edge of the cap of the product.
Location of Switches
2091
Power
Switch
Buzzer
HMI
E-Stop
Applicator Wheel
Control (optional)
Timing Screw Control

20 Operation
Loading a Film Roll
The film roll cannot be larger than the Film Reel cover. Prepare the unroll unit by doing
the following:
Place Film onto Reel Assembly, replace assembly doing steps in reverse order.
Center the film to the tooling or Mandrel.
2108
1
2
3
Unscrew
Adjustable
Lever
Push down
and hold
Tension
Lever
Remove
Film Reel
Plate
Assembly