AGFA ELANTRIX 95 S User manual

USER MANUAL (GB)
User Manual for Agfa
:ELANTRIX 95 S /125 S /150 S
Plate Processors
User Manual for Agfa
:ELANTRIX 95 S / 125 S / 150 S
Plate Processors
User Manual

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This manual has been published by LASTRA ATTREZZATURE S.r.l.
Via Lombardia, 45
25025 Manerbio (Brescia) – Italy
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Edition 01, January 2005 Part No 01A000001

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........................................page 3
CONFORMITY STATEMENT..................................page 4
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................page 5
Safety warning symbols .......................................page 5
GENERAL INFORMATION .....................................page 6
NAME AND RATING PLATE ..................................page 7
CHEMICAL PRODUCT HANDLING .......................page 7
OPERATING MODES .............................................page 8
Processor preparation for use ...............................page 8
Use of the processor ........................................... page 8
Processor programming .......................................page 9
REGENERATION FUNCTION ................................page 10
WASHING WATER FUNCTION..............................page 10
CLEANING AND UPKEEP......................................page 11

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CONFORMITY STATEMENT
The Manufacturer
LASTRA ATTREZZATURE S.r.l.
Via Lombardia, 45
25025 Manerbio (BS) – Italy
Tel. [phone] – Fax [phone]
DECLARES UNDER ITS OWN RESPONSIBILITY THAT THE FOLLOWING
PRODUCT
OFFSET PLATE PROCESSOR
Mod. :ELANTRIX 95 S / 125 S / 150 S
TO WHICH THIS STATEMENT REFERS, COMPLIES WITH THE
REQUIREMENTS OF THE FOLLOWING CEE REGULATIONS:
• MACHINE DIRECTIVE, 98/37/CEE (EX 89/392/CEE AND SUBSEQUENT
AMENDMENTS)
• ELECTROMECHANICAL COMPATIBILITY DIRECTIVE (EMC), 89/336/CEE AND
92/31/CEE AND 93/44/CEE
- EMISSION: EN 61000-6-3 (2001);
- IMMUNITY’: EN 61000-6-1 (2001); EN 61000-6-2 (2001);
• LOW VOLTAGE EQUIPMENT (LVD), CEE/73/23 AND CEE/93/68
- EN 60204-1 (1992);
Manerbio (BS),
LASTRA ATTREZZATURE S.r.l.
Managing Director
Carbonini Roberto

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The person responsible for the operation and
upkeep of the equipment must be fully
acquainted with all aspects of its operation and
must be skilled in its maintenance.
Personnel must know the following precautions
and be aware of the problems connected with
safety matters.
GENERAL
•It is advisable to wear safety glasses and
gloves when maintaining or servicing the
equipment;
•Do not wear ties, jewellery, or loose-fitting
clothing whilst operating the machine.
ELECTRICAL
•All electrical problems must be resolved by
qualified personnel.
MECHANICAL
• Keep hands, fingers and tools away from
any moving parts.
• Replace all components after servicing.
CHEMICAL SAFETY
• Follow carefully as described in the
paragraph “CHEMICAL PRODUCT
HANDLING”.
SAFETY PRECAUTION SYMBOLS
The instructions given in this manual
pertaining to safety are highlighted by
graphic symbols. The explanation of which
is given below:
This symbol indicates a danger situation,
which may cause serious injury or death, if
the precautionary measures indicated are
not taken.
This symbol indicates a danger situation,
which may cause damage to the processor
and its components or to the operator.
This symbol is a warning to take the
necessary safety precautions or reminds
the reader to refer to further notes relative
to the operation in progress.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
MACHINE DESCRIPTION
Plate processors: ELANTRIX 95 S /125 S/
150 Sform part of the latest generation of
automatic machines.
These machines permit enhanced
performance whilst at the same time ensuring
considerable savings in terms of materials and
electricity.
Plate processors: ELANTRIX 95 S /125 S/
150 Sfully automatically develop, wash, gum
and dry plates.
Plate processors: ELANTRIX 95 S /125 S/
150 Sare made using top quality materials,
which are specified above normal design
standards so as to ensure exceptional
durability throughout the lifetime of the
equipment.
The technical features of these machines,
which are the best currently available on the
market, are as follows:
•Grey PVC tank;
•EPDM rubber rollers with stainless
steel pins;
•Side casing made of fibre-glass;
•Painted steel structure;
•Plexiglas lids.
The electronic system permits the control of
all functions in a quick and accurate manner.
With the possibility of optical fibre connection
and data exchange simply using a PC, to
ensure a high degree of interaction and
facilitates possible future software upgrades.
The appearance has been chosen to render
these processors both practical and pleasing to
the eye. Special care was taken in the
elimination of all projecting parts which may
hamper normal operations.
The central unit of the process consists of a
single-section frame made of PVC. All the
other components, such as the rollers, tanks,
electrical system, motors, pumps, lids support
parts, actually rest against the frame itself.
The upper part of the processor is fixed to the
support by means of four bolts, allowing easy
separation of the two parts.
DEVELOPER SECTION
The plate is developed by means of immersion
with a pump that keeps the liquid in circulation
and which is also filtered.
There is a thermostat device, which controls
the temperature in the developer tank.
The automatic replenishment system and a
closure lid also ensures the long life of the
developer.
Any excess developer is collected in an
external container by means of an overflow
system.
Always ensure that the developer recovery
container is never too full.
Regularly empty the drum.
WASHING SECTION
There are two drilled pipes, positioned across
the tank which sprinkle water on the upper and
lower part of the plate to ensure it is thoroughly
cleaned.
GUMMING SECTION
Two further rollers are located over the pair of
rubber rollers, one has a velvet cloth in contact
with the rubber roller and one in stainless steel,
which is partially immersed inside a tank in
which the finishing product circulates.
The finishing product may be either gum or
thermal gum according to specific needs.
There is a pump for liquid circulation.
DRYING SECTION
The plate is dried on both the top and bottom.
The air temperature is regulated by means of
the electronic control device.

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NAME AND RATING PLATE
In all communication with the manufacturer
always refer to the data stated on the name
and rating plate.
(Positioned at the rear of the machine)
Figure 1
CHEMICAL PRODUCT HANDLING
The processor requires the use of chemical
products (developers and gums) which may be
dangerous, if handled without due care.
It is compulsory to always use protective
glasses and gloves whenever contact is to
be made with chemical products,
particularly during the developer tank filling
and emptying stages and on insertion of
rubber pipes into the product container and
during machine cleaning operations.
These products are harmful; do not
swallow them or allow them to come into
contact with the skin. If it does thoroughly
wash the exposed area with cold water and
seek medical attention in more serious
cases.
It is however essential to follow the instructions
for use provided by the manufacturer of these
products, as indicated on the container labels.

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OPERATING MODES
PREPARATION FOR USE
Ensure that the machine has been installed
according to instructions.
•Place the excess developer drainage
pipe into the corresponding drum (dark
pipe);
•check that the outlet tap is closed;
•fill the developer tank with the required
amount of liquid;
It is very dangerous to operate the machine
without any liquids inside, as it may cause
irreparable damage to the pumps.
Before handling the necessary chemical for
the operation of the processor carefully
read the instructions provided in the
paragraph headed CHEMICAL PRODUCT
HANDLING.
•Ensure that the machine is perfectly
level;
•Insert the suction pipe marked
replenisher into the replenisher liquid
drum (see service manual);
•Insert the suction pipe marked gum into
the gum drum (see service manual);
•Also ensure that water comes to the
processor at the required pressure;
•Also ensure that the electrical
connection is correct;
•Switch on through the main switch;
•Deactivate the emergency button if
necessary;
•Remove the service key and close the
Plexiglas lids, if open;
•Press the START button to activate the
line relay;
•Switch on the processor by pressing
START;
•Set the data for each function according
to the instructions of the paragraph
entitled “PROCESSOR
PROGRAMMING“.
Reset the plate counter to zero and the drying
temperature to 50°C.
Refer to the appropriate plate working
instructions for the developer temperature,
replenishment rates and throughput speed.
The safety key must be removed during
normal working operations and only
inserted during maintenance and under the
responsibility of the operator involved.
PROCESSOR USE
After having carried out all the preparatory
operations, wait for the wording READY to
appear before actually inserting the plate. It is
in the meantime possible to feed a scrap plate
to test that everything is in working order.
USE: Insert the plate on the entry level and
push lightly until the first pair of rollers begins
to pull it.
When activated by the plate, the sensor
located beneath the entry level will allow a few
seconds to better position the plate, before
starting the processing cycle. As the plate
advances, the microprocessor will activate the
brush positioned inside the developer tank (if
installed), the gum pump, as well as the
washing and drying cycles in succession. It will
switch them off successively after the plate has
left the corresponding section.
Should a second plate be inserted whilst the
processor is already completing a work cycle,
the washing, gum and drying cycles will start
immediately and stop when the last plate is
inserted.

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PROCESSOR PROGRAMMING
CONTROL PANEL
Figure 2
This section describes the functions of the
various keys present on the keyboard:
START: Press this key to start the
machine in standby mode;
STOP: Press this key to stop the
machine function. A default message
will appear on the display with the
current time;
DEVELOPER TEMPERATURE: Press
this key to see the set temperature (in
C° or F°). It is possible to vary the set
data by pressing the + or - key within 3
seconds;
ROLLER SPEED: Press this key to
see the set plate advance speed
(cm/min) and to vary the set data by
pressing the + or - key within 3 seconds;
AUTOMATIC REPLENISHMENT: The
developer will enter a set amount of
liquid for each plate. Press this key to
see the set replenisher quantity (ml/m2). It is
possible to vary the set data by pressing the +
or - key within 3 seconds;
DRYING TEMPERATURE: Press this
key to see the set temperature (°C or
°F). It is possible to vary the set data
by pressing the + or - key within 3 seconds
PLATE COUNTER: Indicates the
number of square metres of plate
processed. Press key for value
display. To delete the value displayed press +
and – keys at the same time.
MANUAL REPLENISHMENT: Press
this key to fill the tank with replenisher
in two modes:
•if the key is pressed and released,
the LED on the key will illuminate and
a pre-set quantity of about 50 ml will
be added. When the LED is off, each
press of the key will add this amount.
•if the key is held down, the
replenisher will be continually added.
ROLLER ROTATION REVERSAL: By
keeping this button pressed, the
machine will reverse the rotation of the
rubber roller, cancelling the work cycle in
progress;
LANGUAGE SELECTION: Press this
key to select the language used on the
display. There is a choice of the
following languages: ITALIAN – ENGLISH –
FRENCH – GERMAN – SPANISH – DUTCH;
CONDUCTIVITY METER: Press this
key to see, for 30 seconds, the value
of the developer conductivity;

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TIMER: Press this key to set the
automatic switch on/off function of the
machine.
To set an automatic switch on/off time press
the TIMER key. The second line on the display
will indicate the current time. The third line will
indicate the switch on time and whether the
automatic setting is engaged by indicating YES
or NO; the fourth line indicates the time of
automatic switch off and whether this function
is engaged or not.
Use the DEVELOPER TEMPERATURE key to
shift the cursor on to the various parameters
and use – or + to modify them. To engage or
disengage the automatic switch on function
press keys + OR -, with the cursor on the
switch-on time. With the machine off, the
engagement of the automatic switch on/off
function is indicated by the wording ON or OFF
on the fourth line of the display;
DEVELOPER FILLING: Press this key
to engage the fill-up and replenisher
pump. The pumps will stop
automatically when the developer tank is
completely full.
CODES: This key allows for the
temporary setting of certain codes that
determine the engagement or
disengagement of certain functions. Keep this
key pressed and enter the relative code.
REPLENISHER FUNCTION
The processor undertakes 3 types of
replenisher functions: AUTOMATIC, ON TIME
and OFF TIME.
AUTOMATIC replenishment occurs each time
that a plate is developed. The quantity is
determined by the plate size and the value set
for automatic replenishment.
Before using the machine it is also necessary
to set the format of the plate to be used by
entering the length and width dimensions (a
maximum of 5 plate formats may be set).
To undertake this setting keep key “C” pressed
down and enter number “10”. The first line
indicates the plate number, the second
indicates the width in cm and the third the
length in cm.
Use keys +and –to set the values and use
key Lto change line
The machine reads the length of the plate,
associates the width according to the available
formats and calculates the surface area.
Remember to insert the plate with the side
indicated as length, parallel to the advance
direction.
The ON TIME replenishment function consists
of the addition of a pre-set amount of
replenisher for each machine standby hour.
To set this amount keep key “C” pressed
down and digit code “11”.
Select the required value using keys +and –
and select the required value expressed as
ml/hour.
OFF TIME replenishment function consists in
the machine calculation of the hours that it
remains totally off, which, multiplied by the
quantity indicated above, determines a certain
amount that will be automatically replenished
each time the machine is switched on.
To cancel this operation, switch the machine
on and off twice using the main switch.
MACHINE WASHING FUNCTION
The machine has a washing water saving
system to reduce water consumption.
To set the amount of water fed into the
washing tank. Enter code 12.
The value to be entered is expressed as
seconds per square metre of washed plate
(NB: seconds of opening of the water inlet
valve).

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CLEANING AND UPKEEP
Before beginning the maintenance
operations, insert the service key
TRANSPORT SYSTEM
To dismantle the transport rollers proceed as
follows:
•stop the machine with the nuts of the
upper rollers positioned upwards;
•loosen the nuts;
•lift the roller from the track and extract it
from the lateral support;
•the lower rollers just need to be lifted;
•wash with hot water and sponge or
suitable cleaning liquids;
•re-assemble the lower rollers;
•replace the upper rollers inside the
lateral supports and screw down.
DEVELOPER SECTION
The chemical substances used are a
potential pollution risk. They should
therefore never be deposed in the sewerage
system, but must be collected in special
containers and disposed off in accordance
with local environmental regulations.
•drain the developer using the tap.
•open the tap located at the bottom of
the filter and wait for all the liquid to
drain away.
•loosen the filter holder and remove the
cartridge.
•remove the lid from the developer tank
and clean using a sponge and hot
water.
•remove the plate guide support lifting it
on one side and removing it from its
slot; clean with a sponge and hot water.
•when the tank is totally empty, clean
with a sponge and hot water. In the
event of any stubborn scale deposits,
use suitable cleaning detergents.
For the thorough cleaning of the developer
circuit proceed as follows:
•close the developer tap.
•re-tighten the filter-holder without the
inner cartridge, making sure that the
taps on the filters are open, and that
the one on the filter-holder is closed.
•remove the piping from the replenisher
drum and insert it into another drum
containing warm water (max 30 °C).
•fill the tank with warm water (max 30
°C) and start up the machine for a few
minutes, and then empty.
WASHING SECTION
•Remove the spray bars, loosening the
fixture screws. Clean all spray bar
holes;
•Clean the tank using a sponge and
warm water (max 30 °C). In the event
of very stubborn deposits, use the
recommended detergents. Loosen the
two spray bars from the left side of the
machine and clean using a sponge
and hot water. Make sure that the
holes on the spray bars are not
clogged in any way.
GUMMING SECTION
•Remove the gumming rollers and
wash using hot water. Clean the velvet
cloth with hot water;
•Clean the large and small tanks using
a sponge and warm water (max. 40
°C).
For the thorough cleaning of the gumming
circuit, proceed as follows:
•remove the gum suction pipe from the
finishing product drum and insert into
another drum containing warm water
(max 40 °C).
•run the machine for a few minutes, say
10 – 15mins.
•replace the drum of water with the
drum of gum.
Never allow the gumming circuit (piping
and pump) to remain empty, as any residual
gum that dries may clog the internal valves
of the pump, causing irreparable damage.