CYKLOP EMT-Axro User manual

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Contents
Contents...................................................................................................................................... 1
1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 3
1.1. General...................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2. Versions .................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Safety precautions ............................................................................................................ 6
2.1. Explanation of the pictograms .................................................................................................. 6
2.2. General warnings ...................................................................................................................... 6
2.3. Using the machine .................................................................................................................... 7
2.4. Cleaning and maintenance ........................................................................................................ 7
2.5. Noise level ................................................................................................................................ 8
3. Transport, installation, dismantling.................................................................................. 9
3.1. Transport................................................................................................................................... 9
3.2. Installing the machine............................................................................................................... 9
3.3. Connecting the machine to the power supply ........................................................................... 9
3.4. Dismantling............................................................................................................................... 9
4. Description of the machine ............................................................................................ 10
4.1. Safety warnings....................................................................................................................... 10
4.2. Brief description of the machine's principle ........................................................................... 10
4.3. Main parts ............................................................................................................................... 11
Description ............................................................................................................................... 12
4.4. Operating controls................................................................................................................... 13
4.4.1. Mains switch........................................................................................................................... 13
4.4.2. Start switch ............................................................................................................................. 13
4.4.3. Safety cut-out.......................................................................................................................... 14
5. Using the machine.......................................................................................................... 15
5.1. Safety warnings....................................................................................................................... 15
5.2. Switching on the power supply............................................................................................... 15
5.3. Fitting and threading the elastic cord...................................................................................... 16
5.4. Adjusting the cord tension ...................................................................................................... 16
5.5. Using the machine .................................................................................................................. 17
5.6. Starting points and switching options ..................................................................................... 18
5.6.1. Pre-switching .......................................................................................................................... 18
5.6.2. Post-switching......................................................................................................................... 18
5.6.3. Pulse-switching....................................................................................................................... 18
5.6.4. Changing the switching option. .............................................................................................. 18
5.7. Emergency stop....................................................................................................................... 18
5.8. Stopping the machine and switching off the power supply .................................................... 18
6. Cleaning and simple maintenance.................................................................................. 19
6.1. Cleaning the interior of the machine....................................................................................... 19
6.2. Weekly maintenance............................................................................................................... 20
7. Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 21
7.1. Safety warnings....................................................................................................................... 21
7.2. Turning the machine by hand ................................................................................................. 21
7.3. Basic settings .......................................................................................................................... 22
7.3.1. Alignment at the reference point............................................................................................. 22
7.3.2. Checking the setting of the rotor............................................................................................. 22
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7.3.3. Checking the position of the needle........................................................................................ 23
7.3.4. Clamping pressure between the rotor and stator..................................................................... 24
7.4. Six-monthly maintenance (to be carried out by qualified personnel) .................................... 25
7.4.1. Cleaning and adjusting the motor brake ................................................................................. 25
7.4.2. Adjusting the knot release....................................................................................................... 25
7.4.3. Checking the needle drive....................................................................................................... 26
7.4.4. Checking the tying unit........................................................................................................... 26
7.4.5. Checking the cutting blade...................................................................................................... 27
7.4.6. Adjusting the blade ................................................................................................................. 27
7.5. Checking the safety clutch...................................................................................................... 29
7.6. Lubricants ............................................................................................................................... 29
8. Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 30
Annex 1. Machine data and general drawing....................................................................... 32
B 1.1. Machine data........................................................................................................................... 32
B 1.2. General drawings .................................................................................................................... 33
Annex 2. Diagrams .............................................................................................................. 34
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1. Introduction
1.1. General
The Axro binder is used to bind products such as bunches of flowers with elastic cord.
The standard machines are assembled and adjusted for the use of elastic cord with 1 rubber core.
This elastic cord is about 1 mm thick.
On the customer's request, binders can also be assembled and adjusted for use with 3K elastic cord.
The machines are supplied for push-in operation from left to right or from right to left, and are
available for a variety of voltages and frequencies.
On the customer's request the machine can also be fully modified and adjusted in accordance with
the customer’s wishes.
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1.2. Versions
The standard EMT-Axro binder is available in a number of versions.
The following tables give a description of a number of specific versions:
Article No. Article name Description
87101400
through
87101491
Axro-RLC Standard machine, driven by a 1-phase hollow-shaft
motor with brake.
The start switch's pin projects from the top plate.
The top plate can be lifted off the machine: a safety
cut-out then switches off the machine.
Available in both left and right versions, and for both
standard and 3-K elastic cord.
Available for a variety of voltages/frequencies.
Axro-RLC Basic Basic machine, driven by a 1-phase hollow-shaft
motor with brake.
The start switch's pin projects from the top plate.
The top plate is fixed in place, and is not equipped
with a safety cut-out.
Available in both left and right versions.
Available for a variety of voltages/frequencies.
Axro-RLC Marine Stainless steel version of the Axro-RLC.
All parts are made from stainless steel or finished
with a special coating
Axro-RLC MH30 Raised version of the Axro-RLC.
Designed for larger products.
Axro-RLC Cable Axro-RLC variant, designed for use with smaller
(cable) bundles.
Standard version equipped with a foot pedal
Options:
Top-switching
Cord-break detection
Foot pedal
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Article No. Article name Description
87101500
through
87101591
Axro-FQC Standard machine, driven by a 3-phase, 230 V,
hollow-shaft motor with brake. Equipped with a
frequency controller for a faster binding cycle.
This binder is particularly suitable for installation
on/in a (flower) line.
The start switch is suspended from the needle shaft
The top plate can be lifted off the machine: a safety
cut-out then switches off the machine.
Available in both left and right versions, and for both
standard and 3-K elastic cord.
Axro-FQC MD35
Axro-FQC MD60
Axro-FQC MD90
Deeper version of the Axro-FQC.
Designed for longer products.
Axro-FQC RVS Standard version of the Axro-FQC, but with a
stainless-steel frame and stainless-steel panels.
The other parts are standard.
Axro-FQC Marine Stainless steel version of the Axro-FQC.
All parts are made from stainless steel or finished
with a special coating
Axro-FQC Food Stainless steel version of the Axro-FQC.
All mechanical parts of this binder are made from
stainless steel.
The control cabinet and drive are protected by
stainless steel covers.
Options:
Cord-break detection
Photocell instead of
top-switching
Foot pedal
External start signal
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2. Safety precautions
2.1. Explanation of the pictograms
This pictogram is used for an urgent warning
This pictogram is used for a serious warning
This pictogram is used for an electrical hazard
2.2. General warnings
The machine may be used only by operators who know, understand and obey all safety
precautions.
The machine may never be switched on when it is open (with the top plate removed).
The employer is responsible for giving a sufficiently clear explanation of all the following safety
precautions to all persons working with the machine.
All persons shall always obey the following rules:
Do not access the machine while it is in operation.
In the event of any kind of problem whatsoever, always remove the plug from the socket
immediately before opening the machine.
During maintenance the machine must be switched off by removing the plug from the socket.
Always keep children away from the machine.
Never use water or other liquids close to electrical components.
This machine is designed solely for binding bunches of flowers and products of a similar size.
Never crawl under the machine.
If anything unexpectedly goes wrong, always remove the plug from the socket
immediately, or switch the mains switch to ‘0’!
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2.3. Using the machine
Persons who are not aware of the following safety precautions may NOT operate the
machine.
The machine may never be switched on when it is open (with the top plate removed).
If anything unexpectedly goes wrong, always remove the plug from the socket
immediately, or switch the mains switch to ‘0’!
In the event of a malfunction, never touch the moving parts.
Note: on contacting the start switch the machine will begin operation. The needle will
then descend rapidly.
Do not place any part of your body (hands, fingers, etc.) under the needle. The needle
can injure your hand. Warn other people of this hazard.
Make sure that no-one places their hand on the start switch. In particular, make sure
that children do not do so! The start switch should be operated by the product that is to
be bound.
2.4. Cleaning and maintenance
The machine must be disconnected from the power supply during cleaning and maintenance.
Good cleaning is important to prevent the build-up of dirt and growth of mould!
Before cleaning or maintenance, always switch off the machine by removing the plug
from the socket!
Never clean the machine with a high-pressure spray.
Maintenance work may be carried out only by persons who have read and understood
the maintenance instructions.
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Once the maintenance work has been completed always replace any guards removed
during the work.
Never bridge the safety cut-out!
Note: the cutting blade is sharp.
Never adjust the safety clutch such that it is too tight, or even locked. The indicative
force for the operation of the clutch is 3 kg imposed on the needle's point. An
excessively tight clutch can cause severe injury.
The safety clutch must operate correctly to protect the machine's operator.
2.5. Noise level
The machine's noise level is 75 dB(A).
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3. Transport, installation, dismantling
3.1. Transport
The machine weighs about 50 kg.
A transport frame is available for the binder. The frame is fitted with castors, and is intended for use
in moving the machine short distances.
Once the binder has been moved always relock the castor brakes.
3.2. Installing the machine
The binder's basic settings have been adjusted in the factory.
The machine must be set up in a dry production area. A general drawing and the dimensions of the
machine are enclosed in Bijlage 1.
3.3. Connecting the machine to the power supply
Verify that the mains voltage specified on the type plate fixed to the back of the machine is the
same as the mains voltage supplied to the socket.
Before connecting the machine to the power supply you must make sure that you are familiar with
the main parts and principle of the machine. For this reason you must read sections 4 and 5 before
connecting the machine to the power supply.
Connect the machine to the power supply as follows:
Pull the binder's needle upwards until it falls into the lock.
Put the plug in the socket
Set the mains switch to on.
Operate the start switch to have the machine work through a few cycles.
Verify that the power supply to the socket is the same as the power supply specified for
the machine.
3.4. Dismantling
When dismantling the machine take account of heavy and sharp parts.
The parts must be disposed of in accordance with the regional and national environmental
legislation.
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4. Description of the machine
4.1. Safety warnings
Make sure that you - and others - do not place your hands under the needle!
If anything unexpectedly goes wrong, always remove the plug from the socket
immediately, or switch the mains switch to ‘0’!
Never bridge the safety cut-out!
4.2. Brief description of the machine's principle
When the binder's main switch has been set to on and a reel of elastic cord has been fitted then
pushing the product to be bound across the worktop will activate the start switch, and the machine
will bind the product.
As the product is being pushed through it will pull the required length of cord with it.
The needle then automatically lowers and pulls a length of cord into the tying unit.
The other end of the cord has already fed into the tying unit. The tying mechanism ties the two
cords together and then cuts the cord next to the knot. The ends are pulled through the knot. The
length of cord attached to the reel is clamped by the clamping mechanism. The needle returns to its
initial position.
Make sure that you - and others - do not place your hands under the needle!
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4.3. Main parts
Figure 1: Main parts of the Axro binder
Figure 2: The standard version of the Axro binder
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No. Name Description
A Reel holder This holds the reel of binding material (elastic cord)
B Elastic brake The knurled nuts are turned to adjust the tension of the elastic
cord binding the product
C Clamping
mechanism
Secures the cord during the tying process.
D Conical gear wheel This fixed transmission drives the various parts of the
machine.
E Tying mechanism At the end of the binding cycle the two ends of the cord are
tied into a knot and the cord is cut after the knot.
The tying unit (not specified) is part of the tying mechanism.
The binding set is the entire internal binding mechanism
inclusive of the tying mechanism.
F Opening An Allen key can be inserted into this opening to turn the
machine by hand.
G Start switch On activating the start switch the binder carries out a binding
cycle.
The switch can be fitted in the machine or above the machine
at the level of the safety clutch (M).
This latter version is referred to as a 'top-switching' version.
The FQC version can be started by pressing a green
pushbutton at the back of the machine.
H Electric motor The motor drives the binder
I Safety cut-out On removing the top plate the safety cut-out isolates the
controls from the power supply.
Other than the Basic version all RLC and FQR binders are
equipped with this cut-out
J Top plate The top plate is fitted with dowel pins for simple removal and
installation.
K Needle The needle brings the cord around the product to be bound
and leads the cord to the tying and clamping units.
The needle is fitted with a safety clutch that releases the
needle if it blocks.
L Crank mechanism The crank mechanism converts the drive's rotary motion
into a reciprocal motion
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4.4. Operating controls
4.4.1. Mains switch
The machine is equipped with an orange mains switch to switch the power supply on or off.
Figure 3: Mains switch used for the various versions
Set the mains switch to 1 to switch on the power supply.
Set the mains switch to 0 to switch off the power supply.
The machine is not equipped with a separate emergency-stop button. In the event of an emergency
the mains switch can be switched off or the plug can be removed from the socket:
If anything unexpectedly goes wrong always remove the plug from the socket
immediately, or switch the mains switch to ‘0’!
4.4.2. Start switch
The start switch of the RLC version is mounted in the top plate, see Figure 4.
Figure 4: Start switch fitted to the standard version
The start switch of the FQC is mounted above the machine at the level of the safety clutch, see
Figure 5.
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Figure 5: Start switch fitted to top-switching version
All FQC versions are equipped with a green pushbutton at the back of the machine. This can be
pushed to start the machine to re-feed elastic cord, see Figure 6.
Figure 6: Version fitted with pushbutton
4.4.3. Safety cut-out
Other than the Basic version all binders are equipped with a safety cut-out under the top plate. This
isolates the power supply as soon as the top plate is removed.
Never bridge the safety cut-out!
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5. Using the machine
5.1. Safety warnings
Persons who are not aware of the following safety precautions may NOT operate the
machine.
The machine may never be switched on when it is open (with the top plate removed).
If anything unexpectedly goes wrong always remove the plug from the socket
immediately, or switch the mains switch to ‘0’!
In the event of a malfunction, never touch the moving parts.
Note: on contacting the start switch the machine will begin operation. The needle will
then descend rapidly.
Do not place any part of your body (hands, fingers, etc.) under the needle. The needle
can injure your hand. Warn other people of this hazard.
Make sure that no-one places their hand on the start switch. In particular, make sure
that children do not do so! The start switch should be operated by the product that is to
be bound.
5.2. Switching on the power supply
The power supply to the machine is switched on as follows:
Set the mains switch to ‘1’.
The machine may never be switched on when it is open (with the top plate removed).
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5.3. Fitting and threading the elastic cord
Figure 7: Elastic cord threaded into the machine
Figure 8: Fitting and threading the elastic cord
A reel of elastic cord is fitted and threaded into the machine as follows (see Figure 8):
1. Fit the reel on the holder, making sure that the cord unwinds in the correct direction (see arrow)
2. Thread the cord through the brake arm's guide eye (A)
3. Pull the cord through the fixed guide eye (B) and between the plates of the cord tensioner (C).
4. Guide the cord over the needle (D) and thread it through the eye (E)
5. Hold the end of the cord at the back of the needle, and activate the start switch with your other
hand to operate the needle. Make sure that the needle does not hit your hand. The needle
automatically threads the cord into the machine.
The binder is now ready for use.
5.4. Adjusting the cord tension
The tensioner (C) is used to adjust the cord tension.
The cord tension determines how tightly the cord will be wrapped around the product. A too-low
cord tension will result in a poor knot, and the elastic cord around the product will be too loose.
The machine's settings do not need to be readjusted before binding products of different dimensions
and shapes.
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5.5. Using the machine
Note: on contacting the start switch the machine will begin operation. The needle will
then descend rapidly.
Do not place any part of your body (hands, fingers, etc.) under the needle. The needle
can injure your hand. Warn other people of this hazard.
Make sure that no-one places their hand on the start switch. In particular, make sure
that children do not do so! The start switch should be operated by the product that is to
be bound.
Once the machine has been adjusted to the correct settings it is used as follows:
The product is pushed as smoothly as possible over the top plate in the direction of the cord until
the back of the product is above the tying mechanism (operation 1 in Figure 9).
The product contacts the start switch and starts the binder: the needle descends rapidly, and rises
again (arrow 2).
The product can then be slid through (operation 3).
Figure 9: Using the binder
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5.6. Starting points and switching options
The time at which the machine is started depends on the selected switching operation.
Three switching options are available:
5.6.1. Pre-switching
The machine is started as soon as the switching pin is operated, and the product is bound.
This switching option is generally used when small products are to be bound rapidly after each
other.
5.6.2. Post-switching
The machine is started as soon as the switching pin is released after it has been operated.
This switching option is used when binding larger products or binding products after each other.
5.6.3. Pulse-switching
This switching option is used when, for example, a foot pedal is used to start the machine. The
machine starts at once, but completes just one cycle. The next cycle begins on releasing the foot
pedal and pressing it again.
5.6.4. Changing the switching option.
The operator can switch between the pre-switching and post-switching options.
A small black switch on the control cabinet is used to select the required option.
The label applied next to the switch indicates the relevant position of the switch.
5.7. Emergency stop
If anything unexpectedly goes wrong always remove the plug from the socket
immediately, or switch the mains switch to ‘0’!
In the event of a malfunction, never touch the moving parts.
Stop the machine, and then follow the directions given in Section 8, ‘Troubleshooting’.
5.8. Stopping the machine and switching off the power supply
Set the mains switch to ‘0’ to switch off the power supply to the machine.
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6. Cleaning and simple maintenance
Before cleaning or maintenance, always switch off the machine by removing the
plug from the socket!
Regular cleaning is extremely important if the machine is to be kept in good condition.
Good cleaning is important to prevent the build-up of dirt and growth of mould!
Cleaning can be carried out using a brush or a damp cloth.
Never clean the machine with a high-pressure spray.
6.1. Cleaning the interior of the machine
Always switch off the power supply to the machine with the mains switch before cleaning.
This will avoid you coming into contact with live or moving parts.
Remove the top plate from the machine. The procedure is as follows:
•Machines fitted with a safety cut-out: lift the top plate off the machine.
•Machines not fitted with a safety cut-out (Basic machines): the two screws at the front
must be removed before you can lift off the top plate.
Cleaning can be carried out using a brisk or a damp cloth.
After cleaning fit the top plate back in place, and (where applicable) replace the screws and
tighten them firmly.
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6.2. Weekly maintenance
The weekly maintenance may be carried out only by operators who understand and obey the
following instructions:
Switch off the power supply to the machine
and remove the plug from the socket.
Remove the top plate.
Clean the machine with a brush or
compressed air
Oil the pivoting points and the rollers of the
catcher and releaser
Grease the control wheel.
Fit the top plate to the binder, and check the
machine's performance.
Figure 10: Lubrication points for weekly maintenance
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