Audion Elektro SEALKID User manual

Sealkid
SK 236/321/421/621
Quick Start Guide
QSG SK 236-621 Eng Rev.15
For the complete operating manual, please refer to www.audion.com.
English

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will not accept any liability for any mistakes in this manual and/or the consequences of
(incorrect) interpretation of its contents.
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than original parts. If this operating manual does not provide instructions for certain repairs,
adjustments or maintenance, please contact your dealer or Audion Elektro BV.
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Table of contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2 Machine type plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.3 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1 Symbols used in this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2 User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2.1 Operating personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2.2 Maintenance personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.3 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3.1 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3.2 What to do in case of fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.3.3 Uses for special applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.4 Safety provisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1 Unpacking the sealer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.2 Adjusting the handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.3 Connecting the sealer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4 Description Sealkid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.1 Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.2 Overview of the sealer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.3 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.1 Sealing of film bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.2 Setting the sealing time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.1 Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.1.1 Weekly maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.1.2 Monthly maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.1.3 Yearly maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Annex 1 CE declaration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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1 Introduction
1.1 Manufacturer
1.2 Machine type plate
The sealer has an EC mark. This means that the sealer satisfies the fundamental
health and safety requirements of the European Communities.
1.3 Warranty
Audion provides a 12-month warranty on the sealer. This warranty is limited to
any manufacturing defects. Wear and any malfunctions as a result of this are
excluded from it.
The full conditions that apply to the warranty are included in the
complete user manual on www.audion.com.
Audion Elektro BV
Hogeweyselaan 235
1382 JL Weesp
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.audion.com
Figure 1-1: Machine type plate of the Sealkid

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2 Safety
2.1 Symbols used in this manual
In this user manual, the following symbols are used:
A tip to perform a task in a more convenient manner.
Instructions for carrying out a task in the correct manner.
Danger of injury to the user or damage to the sealer if the
instructions are not carried out carefully.

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2.2 User
The sealer may only be operated by authorised personnel.
Unskilled use of the sealer may lead to serious personal injury and
considerable material damage.
Keep bystanders at a distance. Do NOT allow unauthorised
personnel to operate the sealer.
2.2.1 Operating personnel
This personnel has been instructed, by means of a training given by the company
using the machine, concerning the tasks to be performed by him/her and the
possible risks of unskilled behaviour.
Installation, maintenance and repair require specialised knowledge
and may only be performed by maintenance personnel.
Observe the safety instructions in this user manual. Failure to
observe the safety instructions may cause unacceptable risks.
The operating personnel must be familiar with all chapters of this user manual,
except for the ones concerning ’Installation’ and ’Maintenance’ Always observe
the following safety instructions before using the sealer or carrying out any
operating tasks to the it.
2.2.2 Maintenance personnel
This personnel is able, on the basis of his/her professional training, knowledge and
experience, and the knowledge of the applicable regulations of the manufacturer,
to carry out the work assigned to him/her and immediately pinpoint any risks that
may occur.
Observe the safety instructions in this user manual. Failure to
observe the safety instructions may cause unacceptable risks.
The maintenance personnel must be familiar with all chapters of this user manual.
Always observe the following safety instructions before using the sealer or
carrying out any maintenance tasks to the it.

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2.3 Safety instructions
The sealer meets the fundamental health and safety requirements of the European
Community. This means that the sealer can be operated and maintained safely if
all safety instructions are carefully observed. However, improper or careless use
may give rise to dangerous situations.
Observe the safety instructions in this user manual. Always
remain alert to dangerous situations and avoid any improper or
careless use.
2.3.1 General safety instructions
Observe the following general safety instructions:
•Tie back long hair.
•Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
•Always use the personal protective equipment that is required by the
company. Such as safety shoes, gloves and goggles.
Use the personal protective equipment (PPE) as required on the
shop floor, such as safety shoes, gloves and goggles and/or
hearing protection. This especially applies to maintenance work.
•Check the operation of the sealer every day.
•Keep your hands away from dangerous parts of the sealer.
•Always leave protective covers in place during production.
•Never bypass or deactivate any safety provisions.
•People who are under the influence of alcohol, medication and/or drugs are
not allowed to operate or maintain the machine.
•Only use the machine for suitable sealable materials.
•The user is obliged to observe the normally applicable hygienic measures
•If you are in doubt about the correct functioning of the machine, switch it off
and consult the maintenance personnel.

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•While the machine is being used, both the user and the machine must be
under observation.
•Do not switch the machine back on until the malfunction has been repaired.
•Should any liquid or foreign body enter the machine, switch off the machine
and immediately remove the plug from the socket and have the machine
checked by maintenance personnel before using it again.
•Should there be any unusual alarm, such as smoke development, immediately
remove the plug from the socket and have the machine checked by
maintenance personnel before using it again.
•Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any maintenance work.
•Never open the housing of the machine while it is connected to the power
grid.
•Do not use any water, abrasive cleaning agents, chemical solvents or other
liquids when cleaning the machine.
2.3.2 What to do in case of fire
NEVER use water to extinguish a fire. This may result in life-
threatening situations because the sealer may be live.
Should the sealer catch fire, never use water to extinguish the fire. Because the
machine is live, this may result in life-threatening situations. During use, you are
obliged to have a fire extinguisher within reach of the machine. The following
types of fire extinguishers are suitable to extinguish fires occurring to this
machine:
•Powder extinguisher.
•Foam extinguisher.

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2.3.3 Uses for special applications
If the machine is used in a specialistic environment, the company
using the machine is responsible for making sure any specific
instructions that apply are observed.
•If the machine is used in a medically sterile environment or cleanroom, the
company using the machine is responsible for making sure any specific
instructions that apply there are observed.
•If the machine is used for the packaging of medical instruments, the company
using the machine is responsible for making sure any specific instructions that
apply are observed.
•If the machine is used for the packaging of food, the company using the
machine is responsible for making sure any specific instructions that apply are
observed.
2.4 Safety provisions
The sealer has the following safety provisions:
1. Safety covers.
-Electrical and mechanical parts within the housing are protected.
2. Metal parts are earthed.
-No dangerous voltage can develop between (external) metal parts and the
earth.
3. Cutout in transformer.
-When the transformer gets overheated, the cutout device (klixon) will
switch it off.
4. Fuse in 230 V circuit.
-If the current gets too high, the fuse will blow, cutting off the power sup-
ply.

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3 Installation
3.1 Unpacking the sealer
Check the following when unpacking the box:
The sealer has been packaged in environmentally-friendly material
that can be discarded as ordinary household waste.
Keep the box and the packaging material to be able to safely
transport the sealer, should this be necessary.
1. Does the box contain the correct type of
sealer?
-Checkthe information on the box to
make sure it matches the information
on the type plate of the sealer.
2. Does the box contain a user manual?
-Makesurethe user manual for the
right type was included.
Only Sealkid 621:
3. Does the box contain a power cord?
-Make sure a separate power cord has
been included in the delivery.
The power cord included in the box
may be different from the one in
the picture.

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3.2 Adjusting the handle
1. Loosen the screw.
2. Slide the handle towards the end of the
top bar.
3. Tighten the screw again.
It should be impossible to slide the
handle now.

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3.3 Connecting the sealer
Only Sealkid 621:
1. Connect the female plug of the power
cord up to the Sealkid.
2. Put the plug into the socket.

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4 Description Sealkid
4.1 Function
The Sealkid is a manual sealer for PE film and thin laminate films with a thickness
between 20μm and 150μm.
Do not use the Sealkid for any other applications.
The sealer is not suitable for applications that include the following:
•Use in an explosive environment.
•Use in a freezer or refrigerated room.
•Packaging of toxic, corrosive or irritating substances.
•Packaging of explosive materials.
•Packaging of toxic, asphyxiant or irritating gases.
•Packaging of (hazardous) dusty products.
4.2 Overview of the sealer
Figure 4-1: Overview of the sealer
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1. Housing
2. Top bar with handle
3. Seal bar with sealing wire and PTFE tape
4. Silicone pressing rubber
5. Cutting knife
6. Control panel
7. Power cord
The sealer comprises a housing that contains electrical components. The sealing
wire with the PTFE tape is located on the top of the housing. When the top bar is
pushed down completely, the sealing wire is heated, thereby sealing the film. The
silicone pressing rubbers at the bottom of the top bar ensure the thorough
pressing together of both film halves. The film is cut to size using the cutting knife.
After the preset sealing time, the heating of the sealing wire will stop. After this,
the seal bar should be kept down (pressed down) for a short while before opening
the top bar to allow the seal to cool down; the film bag is now sealed shut.
4.3 Control panel
1. Rotary knob "Set sealing time"
2. Indicator light "Sealing"
Using the rotary button, the sealing time is set from 1 to 10. During the sealing
action, the red indicator light is on, indicating that the sealing wire is being heated.
After the preset sealing time, the heating of the sealing wire is automatically
switched off and the indicator light will go off as well.
Figure 4-2: Control panel
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5 Operation
If necessary, put the plug into the socket.
During use, the seal bar gets hot - contact may cause serious
burns.
For operating instructions of the use of tubular film, refer to the
complete user manual on www.audion.com.
5.1 Sealing of film bags
Perform the following actions to seal a film bag:
1. Place a film bag on the seal bar.
Make sure the film bag completely
covers the top PTFE.
2. Press the top bar down.
The red light will come on. Do not
move the top bar up as soon as the
light has gone off, but keep it
pressed down for a few seconds
longer, allowing the seal to cool
down.
After the seal has cooled down:
3. Move the top bar up again.

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5.2 Setting the sealing time
Perform the following actions to seal a film bag:
4. Take the film bag from the seal bar.
The Sealkid is now ready to make
the next seal.
Remove the plug from the socket
when the Sealkid is not being used
for a while.
1. Set the desired sealing time using the
rotary knob.
The sealing time is set from 1 to
10. The higher the setting, the
longer the sealing time. The
standard setting is position 2.

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6 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting may only be performed by authorised
maintenance personnel.
If a malfunction occurs, always pull the plug from the socket first,
before attempting to solve the problem.
If the problem cannot be solved using the troubleshooting table
below, please contact your dealer or Audion.
For additional instructions about the performance of
troubleshooting, refer to the complete user manual on
www.audion.com.
Problem Cause Solution
The machine does not
seal
(the sealing wire is not
heating up.)
The plug is not, or not
properly, connected to
the socket.
Put the plug properly
into the socket.
The sealing wire is
defective.
Replace the sealing wire.
The fuse has blown. Replace the fuse.
The sealing switch is
not properly set.
Readjust the sealing
switch.
Internal malfunction. Contact your dealer or
Audion.

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7 Maintenance
Maintenance may only be performed by authorised maintenance
personnel.
Always pull the plug from the socket first, before carrying out any
maintenance work.
Do not use any water, abrasive cleaning agents, chemical solvents
or other liquids when cleaning the machine.
The maintenance schedule is based on normal use. If the machine
is used intensively, or under extreme circumstances, the frequency
of maintenance must be increased.
Always keep a log of all maintenance work carried out. An
example of such a log is provided in Appendix 4 ’Log’ of the
complete user manual on www.audion.com.
For additional instructions about the performance of maintenance, refer to
the complete user manual on www.audion.com.

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7.1 Maintenance schedule
7.1.1 Weekly maintenance
Weekly maintenance may be carried out by the operating
personnel (see foreword).
7.1.2 Monthly maintenance
Monthly maintenance may only be performed by authorised
maintenance personnel (see foreword).
7.1.3 Yearly maintenance
Yearly maintenance may only be performed by authorised
maintenance personnel (see foreword).
Part Work
Machine Clean the machine by means of a damp cloth and
mild detergent (e.g. all-purpose cleaner).
Sealing wires Check whether the sealing wire shows signs of
damage. If necessary, have these replaced by authori-
sed maintenance personnel.
Part Work
Seal bar Check whether the sealing wire is still working. If
necessary, replace.
PTFE Check the condition of the PTFE lining. If necessary,
replace.
Cutting knife Check the operation of the cutting knife. If necessary,
replace.
Part Work
Earth circuit Check the earth circuit according EN 50110-1.