AmeriPak 140 User manual

AmeriPak®
AmeriPak Model 140 Horizontal Wrapper
AMERIPAK MODEL 140
OPERATOR'S MANUAL

AmeriPak®
AmeriPak Model 140 Horizontal Wrapper
a division of o.p.Schuman AND SONS, INC.
2001 County Line Road
Warrington, PA 18976
PHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: ameripak-ops.com
For parts and service,
call, fax or email Jim O’Shea directly:
Phone: [phone] Ext. 133
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]

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This manual for the Model 140 is intended to be an aid as well as a guide to assist you in the
installation, operation and service of your horizontal wrapper. It has been outlined and
prepared with the service and operating personnel in mind with the manual broken down into
various sections for quick, easy reference.
In order to obtain the most from this manual and better understand your machine, read each
section thoroughly prior to operating the machine. The information contained is essential for
correct operating procedures and as a prevention from costly down time and machine damage.
The care you give your machine will greatly determine the satisfaction and service life you will
obtain from it.
AmeriPak®
For parts and service: call, fax or email Jim O’Shea directly:
Phone: [phone] Ext. 133
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
This manual has been prepared for:
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Manual Version 3.2 February 2013
a division of O.P. Schuman and Sons, Inc.
2001 County Line Road
Warrington, PA 18976
PHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: ameripak-ops.com
Machine Serial #_____

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION ONE
GENERAL
Description 1-1
Machine Identification 1-1
Machine Repainting 1-1
Polyclorinated Biphenyl Lubricant Additives 1-1
Installation 1-2
Pre-Start Up Machine Review 1-2
Warranty 1-3
Manufacturer’s Warranty 1-3
Part Warranty 1-3
Wear Parts 1-3
Machine Site Selection 1-4
Machine Hookup Requirements 1-4
Electrical Grounding of the Machine 1-4
Overall Machine Dimensions 1-4
Standard Machine Specifications 1-5
Wrapping Material Requirements and Instructions 1-6
Printing Instructions 1-6
Safety Instructions 1-7
OPERATOR
Controls and Instruments 1-8
Electrical Control Panel 1-8
Operator Interface Touch Screen 1-9
Opening Screen 1-9
Main Screen 1-9
Functions 1-10
Status 1-10
Menu Screen 1-10
Product Screens 1-11
Product Parameter Screen 1-12
Product Setup Screen 1-12
Adjusting Machine Parameters 1-13
Rate Adjust Screen 1-13
Package Length Adjust Screen 1-14
Date Code Adjust Screen 1-14
Adjusting Heater Setpoints 1-15
Heater Adjust Screen 1-15
Parent Roll Installation and Placement 1-16
Lower Control Panel 1-17
Crimper Phasing 1-17
First Wheel Disengage and Pressure Setting 1-18

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTIONONE
OPERATOR
(Continued)
Second Wheel Pressure Setting 1-18
Pull Wheel Pressure Setting 1-18
Crimper Speed Control 1-19
Remote Electrical Box 1-20
Film Threading through the Former 1-21
Product Size Changeover Chart 1-21 & 1-22
Printed Film Registration System 1-23
Set Package Length 1-23
Film Threading 1-23
Phase The End Crimper 1-23
Turn the System On 1-23
Adjusting the Electric Eye Scanner 1-23
Preliminary Set-Up Procedure 1-23
Sensing a Dark Mark on a Light Background 1-23
Sensing a Light Mark on a Dark Background 1-24
Special Considerations for Highly Reflective Foils 1-24
Teach the Location 1-24
Advancing the Print Location on the Package 1-25
Retarding the Print Location on the Package 1-25
Troubleshooting the Electric Eye 1-25
SECTION TWO
MECHANIC
Setting the Adjustable Former 2-1
Film Threading through Former 2-2
Infeed Conveyor Side Guide Adjustment 2-3
Crimper Pause 2-3
Crimper Phasing Control 2-4 & 2-5
Conveyor Change for a Different Pusher Pitch 2-5
Cutting Head Adjustment 2-5
Incorrect Crimper Pressure 2-6
Smashed or Distorted Film in Seal Area 2-6
Crimper Spring Pressure 2-7
Knife and Anvil Setting 2-7
Knife Adjustment 2-7
Knife and Anvil Replacement 2-9
Re-Timing the End Crimper Assembly 2-9
AmeriPak Printed Film Registration System (Optional) 2-10
Adjusting the Photoelectric Scanner 2-10
Preliminary Set-Up Procedure 2-10

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION TWO
MECHANIC
Continued
Sensing a Dark Mark on a Light Background 2-10
Sensing a Light Mark on a Dark Background 2-11
Special Considerations for Highly Reflective Foils 2-11
Troubleshooting the Electric Eye 2-11
Registration Mark Problems 2-11
Multiple Mark Indication Problems 2-12
Other Problems 2-12
Diagnostics 2-12
Diagnostics Screen 2-13
Heaters Diagnostic Screen 2-13
Registration Diagnostic Screen 2-14
I/O Diagnostics Screens 2-14
I/O Inputs Screen 2-15
I/O Outputs Screen 2-15
Lubrication 2-16
SECTION THREE
ELECTRICAL
Electric Physical Diagram 3-1
Electric Box 3-2
Control Panel 3-3
Remote Control Box 3-4
SECTION FOUR
TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting
4-1
SECTION FIVE
PARTS LIST
Parts List 5-1

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GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
The AmeriPak Model 140 Horizontal Wrapper is a multipurpose wrapping machine
capable of speeds up to 140 PPM. The machine has the capability to wrap products in
heat sealable materials including polypropylene and laminated wrapping materials. It
can also be adjusted over a wide range of operating speeds through means of a
convenient variable speed drive. This model is built with sturdy construction to offer
years of dependable trouble free service.
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
The machine identification plate is located on the side of the electrical box. For your
convenience, we have put your machine's serial number into the block on the first page
of this manual. You should always include the machine model and serial number in all
correspondence and telecommunications regarding your machine.
MACHINE REPAINTING
When repainting your Ameripak Model 140 Horizontal Wrapper, it is essential that
proper paint be used that is acceptable in food grade applications. A non-leaded paint
must be used for food packaging machines. Contact AmeriPak for the paint
specifications of your wrapper.
POLYCLORINATED BIPHENYL LUBRICANT ADDITIVES
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued directives prohibiting the use of oil
and lubricants containing polyclorinated biphenyl (PCB) in, around or on food
processing equipment.
CAUTION:
DO NOT USE OILS OR LUBRICANTS
CONTAINING POLYCLORINATED BIPHENYL.

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INSTALLATION
Upon receipt of your machine, carefully check the machine over for damage and
vandalism. If vandalism or damage has occurred, it is recommended that
photographs be taken and a claim filed with the carrier immediately.
The AmeriPak Wrapper may be shipped fully assembled or partially assembled with
receiving conveyor and/or discharge conveyor detached. The overall size and weight of
the shipping cartons is determined by shipping requirements.
As the shipping cartons are received, keep the cartons in an upright position and follow
any instructions indicated on the container. Move the cartons to the proper location site
by forklift truck or hand truck. Once at the proper location, the crating should be
carefully removed and discarded allowing for a clean, safe access to the machine.
A domestically shipped machine is secured to a support platform. Each machine may
be sprayed with a rust preventative solution which can be removed by dry wiping the
machine. Moisture preventative material and polyethylene are also used for protection
against the weather.
Those machines shipped outside the United States are prepared in a similar fashion to
the domestic machine. The rust preventative is also of a heavier grade and can be
removed by wiping with a good quality cleaning solvent. Note: If more than one
machine is shipped and they are disassembled, the disassembled segments are tagged
for identification as a unit. Insure that disassembled segments for a wrapper "a" go
back together with wrapper "a".
PRE-STARTUP MACHINE REVIEW
If you have requested an AmeriPak Service Technician to install your machine, you will
notice he will spend time going over the machine to tighten all fasteners and confirm
component alignment.
If you have not elected this extra charge service, it is a good idea for you to go
over the machine with tools to tighten all screws and fasteners. We use lock
washers and chemical locking means when the machines are assembled,
however the transport of the machine will often make machine assemblies or
parts come loose or shift in their position. If parts seem to be out of visual
alignment or there is any unusual noise coming from the wrapper upon start-up,
stop the machine immediately and call AmeriPak service to discuss the situation.
It may be in your best interest to have an AmeriPak service technician come to your
plant and review the wrapper, re-setting any component that is out of alignment. We do
offer a 6-month part warranty, but this warranty does not cover parts that are damaged
as a result of improper start-up.

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WARRANTY
While we are speaking about warranty, let us review just what our machine warranty
covers.
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY
In all instances where we purchase an assembled component, such as a gear box or
electric eye module, the warranty that accompanies this product is the warranty we
guarantee on the part. This will typically be 6 months to 1 year.
PART WARRANTY
Parts which we manufacture are guaranteed for 6-months from the shipment date of
the wrapper. The warrantee covers a flaw in manufacture that was not detected. For
example, if a shaft breaks and upon breaking reveals a small hole in the center of the
shaft that caused the breakage...that would be a warranty part breakage. However, If
the machine is mis-adjusted, then turned on and various components clash into each
other causing damage...that is not a warranty breakage. Any part that breaks under a
warranty condition should be returned to the factory for review. In the meantime, we will
send you another part, crediting you for this part upon inspection of the part and
confirmation the part broke because of a flaw.
WEAR PARTS
These are parts that are consumed as a function of their normal operation, such as light
bulbs, drive belts, clutches and brakes. They are not covered by warranty replacement.

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MACHINE SITE SELECTION
Careful consideration should be given to the machine installation site. The area you
choose should have solid footing and be properly lit. Be sure to position the machine so
that it is accessible from all sides for service and maintenance.
MACHINE HOOKUP REQUIREMENTS
The necessary electrical and air requirements should be available for the machine, as
noted on the machine equipment order.
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING OF THE MACHINE
Take care to carefully ground the wrapper for safety purposes. This can be done by
securing a ground wire to the frame of the wrapping machine.
OVERALL MACHINE DIMENSIONS
Figure 1-1