CAB 4712 User manual

Service Manual
4712
Made in Germany
Flag Applicator

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Family Type
Flag Applicator 4712L-300
Edition: 03/2020 - Part No. 9009954
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Service Manual
for the following product
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............................................................................................................................................5
1.1 Instructions...............................................................................................................................................5
1.2 Intended Use............................................................................................................................................5
1.3 Safety Instructions....................................................................................................................................5
1.4 Safety Markings .......................................................................................................................................6
1.5 Environment.............................................................................................................................................6
2 Product Description...............................................................................................................................7
2.1 Important Features...................................................................................................................................7
2.2 Technical Data..........................................................................................................................................7
2.3 Device Overview without Cover...............................................................................................................8
2.4 Contents of Delivery...............................................................................................................................10
3 CongurationonthePrinter ............................................................................................................... 11
3.4.1 Method for Changing the Printer Setup.............................................................................................11
3.1 CongurationParametersoftheApplicator ...........................................................................................12
3.2 Setting the Peel Position........................................................................................................................13
3.3 Activation of Peel-off Mode....................................................................................................................13
4 Test Mode..............................................................................................................................................14
4.1 Test Mode without a Print Job................................................................................................................14
4.2 Test Mode with a Print Job.....................................................................................................................14
5 Installation............................................................................................................................................15
5.1 Standard values ex factory.....................................................................................................................15
5.2 Required Space ....................................................................................................................................15
5.3 Tools.......................................................................................................................................................16
5.4 Mounting and Demounting the Cover ....................................................................................................17
5.5 Cleaning.................................................................................................................................................17
5.6 Mounting the Applicator..........................................................................................................................18
5.7 Releasing the Transportation Lock.........................................................................................................19
5.8 Mounting the Blow Tube.........................................................................................................................19
6 Adjustments .........................................................................................................................................20
6.1 Compressed Air Connection ..................................................................................................................20
6.2 Mounting the Suction Pads....................................................................................................................21
6.3 Preparing the Pad Assembly for Adjustments........................................................................................21
6.4 Adjusting the Pad...................................................................................................................................22
6.4.1 Moving the Pad in Y-Direction ..........................................................................................................23
6.4.2 Moving the Pad in Z-Direction..........................................................................................................24
6.4.3 Moving the Pad in X-Direction..........................................................................................................25
6.5 Alignment of the Product to the Applicator.............................................................................................26
6.6 Setting the Application Height................................................................................................................27
6.7 Adjusting the Vacuum ............................................................................................................................28
6.8 Adjustments to the Blowtube (Supporting Air)........................................................................................29
6.9 Adjustment on the Pressure Reduce Valve Cylinder Flag .....................................................................30
6.10 Set Throttle Valves on the Cylinders......................................................................................................31
6.11 Set the Sensors......................................................................................................................................31
6.12 Set Cylinder Z / Actor 1..........................................................................................................................32
6.12.1 Set cylinder 'Z' throttle valves...........................................................................................................32
6.12.2 Set cylinder 'Z' sensors.....................................................................................................................32
6.13 Setting of the End Position Dampener...................................................................................................33
6.14 Set Cylinder Flag / Actor 2 .....................................................................................................................34
6.14.1 SetCylinder'ag'throttlevalves.......................................................................................................34
6.14.2 SetCylinder'ag'sensors ................................................................................................................34
6.14.3 Removing the pliers assembly .........................................................................................................35
6.14.4 Dismounting the pliers assembly......................................................................................................36
6.15 Set Cylinder Pliers / Actor 3.1 ................................................................................................................39
6.15.1 Set throttle valves on cylinder 'pliers'................................................................................................39
6.15.2 Set sensor on cylinder 'pliers'...........................................................................................................39
6.16 Set Cylinder Peel Position / Actor 3.0 ....................................................................................................40
6.16.1 Set throttle valves on cylinder 'peel position' ...................................................................................40
6.16.2 Set sensor on cylinder 'peel position' ...............................................................................................40
Table of Contents

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7 Failure ...................................................................................................................................................41
7.1 Error Messages of the Printer................................................................................................................41
7.2 Error Messages of the Applicator...........................................................................................................41
7.3 Error Pattern...........................................................................................................................................42
8 Spare Parts...........................................................................................................................................44
8.1 Retainer Assembly.................................................................................................................................44
8.2 Pneumatics Retainer Assembly .............................................................................................................45
8.3 Electronics Retainer Assembly...............................................................................................................46
8.4 Guiding Cylinder Z Assembly.................................................................................................................47
8.5 Cylinder Z Assembly ..............................................................................................................................48
8.6 Pliers Assembly......................................................................................................................................49
9 Drawings...............................................................................................................................................50
9.1 Block diagram ........................................................................................................................................50
9.2 Pneumatic drawing Type 4712...............................................................................................................51
10 Test Report ...........................................................................................................................................52
11 Index......................................................................................................................................................53
Table of Contents

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1 Introduction
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 routine easier or on important steps to be carried out.
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Environment!
Gives you tips on protecting the environment.
Handling instruction
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 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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1 Introduction
• 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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1: Risk of injuries by moving parts!
2: The cylinder is under pressure
also if the printer is switched off.
Possibility of residual energy!
3: Danger of crushing hands and
ngersbythemovingpad!
!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 Product Description
2.1 Important Features
• The supporting air and the vacuum as well as the speed of the cylinder are adjustable. That way the applicator
can be adapted to different label materials and sizes.
• For operation within a system the I/O interface of the printer can be used.
2.2 Technical Data
Ø
L
P
α
Ø
L
P
α
Diameter x π
Front side
Flag length L
Back side
Flag length L
Form pad
Technical data 4712 L 300
Label width Hermes+ 4 mm 60 - 100
Label height mm 10 - 50
Diameter mm 3 - 16
Product during labeling not in motion 
Product labeling potmorf
wolebmorf
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detatoryllacitrev 0-180° clockwise; others on request
from the side 
Product height 
Product distance to lower edge of device mm.nim 70
at cylinder stroke 300 up to mm 260
Immersion depth tongs mm 55
up to mm 1.02)
Compressed air bar 4.5
Cycle time1) approx. labels/min 15
1) Calculated with print speed 100 mm/s
2) depending on the label quality
Fig. 2 Applicator parameters
Label transfer method Form-pad
Label width in mm 60 -100
Label height in mm 10 - 50
Diameter in mm 3 - 16
Compressed air pressure 0,45 MPa (4,5 bar)
Sound pressure level unter 74 dB(A)
Product during labeling xed ¢
in motion -
Labeling onto the product from top ¢
from below ¢
vertically rotated 0 - 180° clockwise; others on request
from the side ¢
Product height xed ¢
variable -
Product distance to lower edge
at cylinder stroke min. mm 70
300 mm up to mm 260
Immersion depth tongs mm 55
Offset P up to mm 1,0 2)
Cycle time about frequency/min.1) 15
1) Determined at print speed 100 mm/s.
2) Depending on the label quality.
Table 1 Technical data

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2.3 Device Overview without Cover
Front view
Throttle valves vacuum/support air
y
x
z
1
5
3
4
6
7
8
9
13
12
support air
vacuum
14
15
10
2
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Fig. 3 Overview - Front View
1 Throttle valve cylinder Z- movement inside
2 Cylinder 'Z'
3 Knurled screw for attaching the applicator on the
printer
4 Stopper with Shock Absorber
5 Transport Lock
6 Compressed air connector
7 Shutoff valve
8 Setting screw for vertical adjustment cylinder
assembly
9 Throttle valve cylinder Z- movement outside
10 ScrewtoxthepadpositionX/Z
11 Cylinder 'Peel position'
12 Pad assembly
13 Blowtube for Support Air
14 Support air throttle valve
15 Vacuum throttle valve
2 Product Description

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yx
z
1
16
17
18
23
19
Back view
13
9
20
21
22
Fig. 4 Overview - Rear View
24
25
26
27
28
30
29
31
Fig. 5 Overview - Control System
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9
13
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
Throttle valve cylinder Z- movement inside
Throttle valve cylinder Z- movement outside
Blowtube for Support Air
Locking for hinges
Interface to the printer SUB-D9
Throttle valve cylinder'ag'-movement inside
Cylinder'ag'
Throttle valve cylinder'ag'-movement outside
cylinder 'pliers'
Throttle valve cylinder 'pliers'
Pad - customized
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
Magnetic Valve Cylinder 'Z'
MagneticValveCylinder'ag'
Magnetic Valve Cylinder 'peel position /
Cylinder 'pliers'
Magnetic Valve Vacuum and Support Air
PCB Applicator Control
PCB Applicator Interfaces
Vacuum Generator
PressureReduceValveCylinder'ag'
2 Product Description
Valves and control unit (without tubes)

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2 Product Description
2.4 Contents of Delivery
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2
• Applicator with mounted pad assembly (1)
• Adjustment tool for the pads (2)
• Blow tube for supporting air (3)
(depend of the used printer)
• Air pressure regulation unit (4)
• Documentation and test report
Fig. 6 Content of Delivery
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Note!
Please keep the original packaging in case the applicator 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 applicator in dry locations protected from moisture and splashes.
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