CAB 6114 Series User manual

MF
Assembly Instructions
6114
Made in Germany
Air-Jet Box

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Assembly Instructions
for the following products
Family Type
Air-Jet Box 6114 L
6114 R
Edition: 09/2019 - Part No. 9003187
Copyright
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The replication, conversion, duplication or divulgement of the whole manual or parts of it for other intentions than its original
intended purpose demand the previous written authorization by cab.
Editor
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Topicality
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Terms and conditions
Deliveries and performances are effected under the General conditions of sale of cab.
Germany
cab Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG
Karlsruhe
Phone [phone]
www.cab.de
USA
cab Technology, Inc.
Chelmsford, MA
Phone [phone]
www.cab.de/us
Taiwan
cab Technology Co., Ltd.
Taipei
Phone [phone]
www.cab.de/tw
China
cab (Shanghai) Trading Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou
Phone [phone]
www.cab.de/cn
France
cab Technologies S.à.r.l.
Niedermodern
Phone [phone]
www.cab.de/fr
Mexico
cab Technology, Inc.
Juárez
Phone [phone]
www.cab.de/es
China
cab (Shanghai) Trading Co., Ltd.
Shanghai
Phone [phone]
www.cab.de/cn
South Africa
cab Technology (Pty) Ltd.
Randburg
Phone [phone]
www.cab.de/za

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1 Introduction............................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Instructions...............................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Intended Use............................................................................................................................................4
1.3 Safety Instructions....................................................................................................................................4
1.4 Safety Markings .......................................................................................................................................5
1.5 Environment.............................................................................................................................................5
2 Product Description...............................................................................................................................6
2.1 Important Features...................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Technical Data..........................................................................................................................................6
2.3 Overview..................................................................................................................................................7
2.4 Contents of Delivery.................................................................................................................................8
3 Mounting.................................................................................................................................................9
4 Settings.................................................................................................................................................10
4.1 Adjusting the Air-Jet Module ..................................................................................................................10
4.2 Vacuum Adjustments..............................................................................................................................12
4.3 Adjusting the Blow Tube (Supporting Air)...............................................................................................13
4.4 CongurationParametersoftheApplicator ...........................................................................................13
5 External Start-Sensor ..........................................................................................................................14
5.1 Connection.............................................................................................................................................14
5.2 Signals ...................................................................................................................................................14
6 Operation..............................................................................................................................................15
6.1 Standard Operation................................................................................................................................15
6.2 Cleaning.................................................................................................................................................15
6.3 Sizing the Former Plate..........................................................................................................................16
7 Error Messages....................................................................................................................................17
7.1 Error Messages of the Printer................................................................................................................17
7.2 Error messages of the Air-Jet Box .........................................................................................................17
8 Licences................................................................................................................................................18
8.1 Declaration of Incorporation...................................................................................................................18
8.2 EU Declaration of Conformity.................................................................................................................19
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1.1 Instructions
Important information and instructions in this documentation are designated as follows:
Danger!
Draws attention to an exceptionally great, imminent danger to your health or life due to hazardous
voltages.
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Danger!
Draws attention to a danger with high risk which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury.
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Warning!
Draws attention to a danger with medium risk which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury.
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Caution!
Draws attention to a danger with low risk which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
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Attention!
Draws attention to potential risks of property damage or loss of quality.
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Note!
Advice to make work routines easier or on important steps to be carried out.
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Environment!
Gives you tips on protecting the environment.
Handling instructions.
Reference to section, position, illustration number or document.
Option(accessories,peripheralequipment,specialttings).
Time Information in the display.
1.2 Intended Use
• The device is manufactured in accordance with the current technological status and the recognized safety rules.
However, danger to life and limb of the user or third parties and/or damage to the device and other tangible assets
can arise during use.
• The device may only be used for its intended purpose and if it is in perfect working order, and it must be used with
regard to safety and dangers as stated in the manual.
• The device is designed to use on a cab printer of the HERMES Q and Hermes+ series. Any other use or use
going beyond this shall be regarded as improper use. The manufacturer/supplier shall not be liable for damage
resulting from unauthorized use; the user shall bear the risk alone.
• Usage for the intended purpose also includes complying with the manual.
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Note!
The complete and current version of the documentation can be found in the Internet.
1.3 Safety Instructions
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Attention!
Initiation, adjustments and changing of parts are to be performed by qualied service personnel only.
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Warning!
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
• Before mounting the delivered components disconnect the printer from the power supply and close the shutoff
valve of the applicator.
• Only connect the device to other devices which have a protective low voltage.
• Switch off all affected devices (computer, printer, accessories) before connecting or disconnecting.
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• In operation, moving parts are easily accessible.
This applies especially for the zone, where the pad is moved between the starting and the labelling position.
During operation do not reach into that zone and keep long hair, loose clothes, and jewelry distant. Before any
manipulations in those areas, close the shutoff valve.
• The device may only be used in a dry environment, do not expose it to moisture (sprays of water, mists, etc.).
• Do not use the device in an explosive atmosphere.
• Do not use the device close to high-voltage power lines.
• Perform only those actions described in this manual.
Work going beyond this may only be performed by trained personnel or service technicians.
• Unauthorized interference with electronic modules or their software can cause malfunctions.
• Otherunauthorizedworkonormodicationstothedevicecanalsoendangeroperationalsafety.
• Alwayshaveserviceworkdoneinaqualiedworkshop,wherethepersonnelhavethetechnicalknowledgeand
tools required to do the necessary work.
• There are various warning stickers on the device. They draw your attention to dangers. Warning stickers must
therefore not be removed, as then you and other people cannot be aware of dangers and may be injured.
1.4 Safety Markings
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Caution! Compressed Air!
!Attention!
Never remove or cover safety markings!
Replace it in case of damage!
Fig. 1 Safety marking
1.5 Environment
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Obsolete devices contain valuable recyclable materials that should be sent for recycling.
Send to suitable collection points, separately from residual waste.
The modular construction of the applicator enables it to be easily disassembled into its component parts.
Send the parts for recycling.
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2.1 Important Features
• The supporting air and the vacuum is adjustable. Thus the applicator can be adjusted to different label materials
and sizes.
• For operation in a system the I/O interface of the printer can be used.
2.2 Technical Data
Label transfer method Air-Jet Box
6114 L/R
Label width HERMES Q4 / Hermes+ 42) mm 50 - 114
Label height2) mm 50 - 125
Product during labeling xed ¢
in motion ¢
Labeling onto the product from the top ¢
sideways ¢
Product height variable ¢
Product distance to lower edge mm 200
Compressed air pressure bar 4,5 - 6
Cycle1) frequency/min. 120
Table1 Technical Data
1) Determined at 50 mm stroke below device/smallest label height/print speed 250 mm/s .
2) Smaller labels on request
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2.3 Overview
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Fig. 2 Device overview
1 Knurled screw for attaching the Air-Jet Box to
the printer
2 Setting screw for adjustment to the printer
3 Compressed air connector
4 Interface for external sensor
5 Base plate with the control unit
6 Blow nodule
7 Blow tube
8 Locking for hinges
9 SUB-D 9 plug interface to the printer
10 Blow tube
11 Settingscrewforneadjustmentheight
12 Crossbeam
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2 Product Description
2.4 Contents of Delivery
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1 Air-jet module
2 Bow tube (as ordered)
3 Former plate (5x)
Documentation
Fig. 3 Contents of delivery
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Note!
Please keep the original packaging in case the Air-Jet Box must be returned.
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Attention!
The device and printing materials will be damaged by moisture and wetness.
Only set up the label printer with the Air-Jet Box in dry locations protected from moisture and water
splashes.

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3 Mounting
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Fig. 4 Mounting the Air-Jet Box to the printer
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Attention!
Initiation, adjustments and changing of parts is to be performed by qualied service personnel only.
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Attention!
Disconnect the printer from the power supply before mounting the applicator!
Ensure the printer is in a stable position!
Connect the compressed air only after mounting the applicator to the printer!
To clean the applicator and printer it is sometimes necessary to turn away or even dismount the applicator from the
printer.
Do not adjust the setting screws, throttle valves or other alignment elements. This will enable use of the applicator
directly after cleaning.
Mounting the applicator
1. Attach the applicator via the female part (1) of hinges to the male printer mounted hinges parts (2).
2. Connect SUB-D 15 male connector (6) to the female connector (7) of the printer.
3. To secure the applicator slide the locking plate (3) under the hinge and tighten the screw (4).
4. Swing the applicator to the printer and tighten the thumbscrew (5).
Turning away & dismounting the applicator
5. To turn away the applicator loosen thumbscrew (5) and swing the applicator to the side.
6. Disconnect SUB-D 15 male connector (6) from the female connector (7) of the printer.
7. Loosen screw (4) and move the locking plate (3) from the hinges.
8. Lift the applicator upward and off the printer.

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4.1 Adjusting the Air-Jet Module
1. Start a printing job Operation
2. Set peel position
To optimize the transfer of the labels from the printer to the pad there two different parameters available for adjusting
the peel position.
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Attention!
First adjust the parameter "Peel Position" in the printer conguration.
Then adjust the additional peel-off offset in the software.
It is very important to follow this course of action for a problem free start after loading labeling material or
when correcting errors.
Parameter"PeelPosition"intheprinterconguration.
Check the basic setting in the printer setup. Perform labelling cycles by reciprocally pressing respectively
the feed key and respectively Enter .
Adjust the "Peel Position" in such a way, that the blank labels are peeled-off completely from the liner
CongurationParametersoftheApplicator.
> Peel-off position Shift the position of the dispensed labels relatively to the dispensing
edge. In the software an extra peel offset value is available. The offset
values from “Peel position“ and from software are added together for
execution. "Setting the Peel Position".
0,0 mm
Peel-off offset in the software
Check the setting in the software. Perform labelling cycles by repeatedly pressing respectively Enter
Adjust the peel-off offset in such a way, that the printed labels are peeled-off completely from the liner
Programming manual or software documentation.
3. Move the air-jet module body (4) so that the labels move perpendicularly to it and has a row of holes preferably
running along the edges on the base.
- Loosen screws (3) to move the air-jet module (4) in the printing direction.
Move air-jet module (4) and tighten screws (3).
- Loosen screw (2) to move the air-jet module perpendicular to the printing direction.
Move air-jet module (4) and tighten screw (2).
Adjust the air-jet module so that the label is direct and in the center of the nozzle array.
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Label
movement
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Fig. 5 Adjusting the air-jet module sidewise
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