Eastey SB-2EX-Auto User manual

SB-2/3EX-Auto
Automatic
Case Taping System
User Guide

SB-2/3EX-Auto
Automatic
Case Taping System
User Guide
Revised 05/31/2022
P/N 5001694 Rev B
Copyright and Trademarks
Copyright ©2012-2022 Engage Technologies Corporation
All rights reserved. All trademarks and brand names
are the property of their respective owners.
Eastey
7041 Boone Ave. N.
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Phone: [phone]; Fax [phone]
www.eastey.com

Contents
Safety ............................................................................................................................. 7
Explanation of Symbols................................................................................................. 8
Introduction ................................................................................................................. 10
SB-2/3EX-Auto Case Taper Overview......................................................................... 10
Specifications.............................................................................................................. 11
Machine Serial Number............................................................................................... 12
Typical Applications..................................................................................................... 12
Dimensions ................................................................................................................. 13
Installation ................................................................................................................... 14
Location Requirements ............................................................................................... 15
Optional Exit Roller Table ............................................................................................ 17
Next Steps................................................................................................................... 17
Operation ..................................................................................................................... 18
Loading the Tape Cartridges ....................................................................................... 18
Check Tension............................................................................................................. 19
Thread Tape ................................................................................................................ 19
Main Spring Adjustment .............................................................................................. 21
Power and Control Panel ............................................................................................ 23
Power Switch Operation.............................................................................................. 24
Control Panel Operation.............................................................................................. 24
Adjustments ................................................................................................................ 26
Air Pressure unit.......................................................................................................... 26
Height and Width Adjustment...................................................................................... 27
Top Squeezer Roller Width Adjustment....................................................................... 28
Flap Closing Guide Adjustment ................................................................................... 28
Rear Flap Closer Speed Adjustment ........................................................................... 29
Belt Adjustment ........................................................................................................... 30
Photo Eye Location Adjustment for Drop Conveyor Gating and Rear Top Flap Closer
Kicker Timing............................................................................................................... 31
Machine Body Height Adjustment ............................................................................... 35
Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 36
Rollers......................................................................................................................... 36
Cutting Knives ............................................................................................................. 36
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................... 37
Parts List...................................................................................................................... 38
Electrical...................................................................................................................... 38
Pneumatic Parts.......................................................................................................... 42
Side Belts .................................................................................................................... 43
Vertical Column with Height Adjustment...................................................................... 46
Flap Guide and Upper Tape Head Seat Assembly ...................................................... 49
Machine Body ............................................................................................................. 51

Infeed Index Roller Table............................................................................................. 53
Options........................................................................................................................ 55
Appendix A: Electrical Schematic ............................................................................. 57
Warranty Statement .................................................................................................... 63
Customer Support....................................................................................................... 65

Safety 7
Safety
Read this manual carefully and make it available to everyone connected with the
operation, supervision, or maintenance of this machine. Additional copies are available
on request (Eastey.com/contact-us). Keep this manual with the machine at all times.
The development of a good safety program that is rigidly enforced is absolutely
imperative when involved in the operation of industrial equipment. Our machinery is well
designed and includes extremely important safety features. Proper installation, safe
operation, and regular maintenance and upkeep are of far greater importance than out
design. Only properly trained individuals, following rigidly enforced safety rules as
recommended by ANSI and OSHA should be allowed to operate this machine.
Be very careful when operating, adjusting, or servicing this equipment. Unless used
properly, the machine can cause injury to operators or persons near it. In addition,
improper use of the machine can cause damage to it or property near it. If in doubt, stop
and obtain qualified help before proceeding.
Safety Precautions
Before installing, operating, or servicing this equipment, please read the following
precautions carefully:
•This machine is equipped with moving belts. Do not place hands near the belts when
they are moving as fingers may be pinched where belts enter the frame. We suggest
the use of a roller-type exit conveyor or pack table for your cases. Always remove
boxes after they clear the exit end of the machine.
•Use caution when near the tape heads or when threading tape. The tape cutting
knives are very sharp, automatically operated, and linked to tape wipe down rollers.
•Always disconnect electrical power before attempting maintenance for any electrical
or moving parts. Do not attempt to open or work on the electrical box, junction
boxes, or other electrical components of the unit without first disconnecting power to
the machine. Electrical shock hazard exists if power is not disconnected.
•Use only the specified power-supply cable. Do not use the power cable to pull or
position the machine, as this will damage or break the cable.
•Do not bypass any factory-designed safety features such as guards, interlocks,
switches, etc. Do not operate the machine if such modifications have been made.
•Do not attempt to operate the machine with loads that exceed the limits of use and
operation in regards to weight and sizes, or with unstable loads that present a
hazard of tipping or falling.
•This equipment is designed for indoor operation in a typical clean, dry factory
environment. Do not operate the machine in any extremely wet or oily environment
that may exceed operating specifications.

8Safety
•Do not place hands, head, or any part of the body inside the confines of the machine
unless the tape head mechanisms are securely fastened, and the electrical supply is
shut off.
•To minimize the potential for personal injury, always be sure that the machine
operators and others working on the machinery are properly trained in the correct
usage of the equipment and properly instructed regarding safe operation.
•Never provide service or clear a box jam when machine is running. Always stop the
machine and shut off power before servicing.
•Do not wear loose clothing such as ties, scarves, jewelry etc. Long hair should be
pulled back and/or covered while operating this machine.
Explanation of Symbols
Caution sign or Safety Alert symbol. Indicates caution, be alert, Your safety
is involved. Knowledge of safe operation is required. Caution indicates a
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury or damage to equipment or nearby property.
Electrical hazard. Indicates caution, electrical shock hazard. Allow only a
trained electrician to open the door or cover of the electrical panel or box.
Shut off electrical power before attempting to open or work on the electrical
box, junction boxes or other electrical components of the unit.
Ground symbol. Indicates ground. Use Class-3 (lower than 1000) cable to
ground to earth. Incomplete grounding may lead to electrical shock.
Caution! Hot surface. The surface indicated may become very hot during
normal operation. Keep fingers, hands, and exposed skin away from hot
surfaces to avoid burns. Allow hot surfaces to cool to ambient room
temperature before performing service.
Caution! Moving parts. Moving parts can crush fingers or hand. Keep
hands and fingers away from moving parts in area indicated to avoid injury.
Caution! Pinch point entanglement. Pinch point hazard exists in area
indicated. Shut down the machine before performing maintenance, repair, or
adjustment.
Caution! blade. Hazard exists for cutting fingers or hand. Keep hands and
fingers away from sharp blades in area indicated to avoid injury.

Safety 9
Moisture hazard. Keep Equipment dry. This equipment is designed for
indoor operation in a typical clean, dry factory environment, protected from
rain and moisture. Do not operate the machine in any extremely wet or oily
environment that may exceed operating specifications.
Eye protection. Wear eye protection. Use protective equipment whenever
circumstances require or when required by regulation or law. Wear safety
glasses when operating or servicing this machine.
Refer to this User Guide for important safety information and operating
instructions to set up, operate, adjust, and maintain this Automatic Case
Erector.
Warning symbol. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided
could result in death or serious injury.
A warning indicates a situation or condition potentially more severe than
indicated by a caution message but not imminent as a danger message.
This symbol is associated with warnings for conditions as shown below.
DO NOT TOUCH THE BELT
WHEN THE MACHINE
IS RUNNING
WARNING
BLADE MAY CUT
YOUR FINGER
WARNING

10 Introduction
Introduction
The SB-2/3EX-Auto Case Taper is an automatic uniform side belt case taper designed
to close all four top case flaps and seal the top and bottom of each case. The adjustable
plow system allows adjustment for varying sizes of cases.
SB-2/3EX-Auto Case Taper Overview
The following illustration shows the SB-2/3EX Auto Case Taper with the operator side
interlock safety gate door and window guard panels removed to allow identification of
key functional features.
*Crank handles for height and width adjustments are removable and can be used on
either side of the machine.
Rear Flap Folding
“Kicker”
Height
Adjustment
Crank*
Width
Adjustment
Crank*
Control Panel with
Start/Run and Stop
buttons
Adjustable
Leg
Drive
Belts
Emergency Stop
Switch (E-Stop)
Lower Tape
Head
Electrical
Box
Main Power
Switch
Vertical
Column
Locking
Casters
Upper Tape
Head
Safety
Inter-
Lock
Switch
Drop
Conveyor
Gating
Infeed
Table
Front Flap “Plow” Plate
(Closes leading minor
flap)
Adjustable Side
Flap Closing
Guide
Case Top
Squeezer
Roller
Infeed
Guides
Electric
Eye
Sensor
Bracket
Infeed
End
Exit
End
Solenoid
Valves
(For Infeed
Drop Conveyor
Gating Table and
“Kicker” Cylinder)

Introduction 11
Specifications
SB-2EX AUTO Case Taper Specifications
Sealer Type Automatic uniform side belt, top and bottom case sealer
Machinery Makeup Industrial strength 12-gauge steel, powder coated for durability
Belt Speed 75 feet/per minute
Tape Speed 20 cases/per minute, depending on box size and operator efficiency
Conveyor Height Adjustment 27” to 34.6”
Box Specifications Length Width Height
Minimum Box Size 5” 4.5” 4.5”
Maximum Box Size 24” 19.5” 19.5”
Tape Size
2” wide pressure sensitive tape up to 15” diameter rolls, optional 3”
wide tape
Tape Cartridge
Proven design requires no lubrication, designed for simple tape
threading, removable for maintenance and interchangeable with top
and bottom cartridges
Air Requirements 85 PSI
Electrical Requirements 110 VAC, 60Hz, 4.0A
Agency Approvals CE Certification
SB-2/3 AUTO Case Taper Standard Features
•Utilizes Eastey’s EX tapehead •Plug and go operation
•Powder-coated 12-guage steel •Adjustable side guide
•Industrial strength side belts •Drop conveyor gating system
•Interlock safety gates for the kicker station •Adjustable leg extensions
•Fast and easy box size change •Low maintenance
•Accommodates wide case range •Casters for transportation within plant
SB-2/3 AUTO Case Taper Optional Accessories
3” Tape Head Accepts 3” wide tape rolls
Exit Roller Table Optional roller table bolts to machine exit end after taping system
Light Signal Stack Optional 3-light signal stack to signal machine operation or attention
Electrical
Belt Motor 0.18KVA
Machine Power Use 0.4KVA
Power Socket Need 0.5KVA

12 Introduction
Machine Serial Number
The Machine Serial Number can be
found on the identification label on the
side of the base frame near the air in
connection and air inlet filter and
regulator.
The identification label displays the
Model designator, Serial Number,
Year of Manufacture, and Electrical
Power Rating requirements.
Record the Serial Number and Year of
Manufacture for future reference.
Note the electrical power
characteristics indicated below the
Model and Year. These specify the
electrical power requirements for the
case taping machine.
Typical Applications
Eastey SB-2/3EX-AUTO Automatic Case Taping Machine
This case taping machine is intended for operation to automatically close top flaps and
seal top and bottom flaps of cases by applying OPP (oriented polypropylene) tape.
Do NOT use the Automatic Case Taping Machine to seal the following product
types:
•Explosive Products
•Flammable Products
•Hazardous Products
•Pharmaceuticals
•Agri-Foodstuffs
•Wet Products
•Products that are heavier or larger than allowed by the machine specifications.
Do not operate the machine in any extremely wet or oily environment that may exceed
operating specifications. This equipment is designed for indoor operation in a typical
clean, dry factory environment protected from rain and moisture.
CASE SEALING MACHINE
MODEL:
SERIAL:
YEAR:
DOC. NO.
SB-2/3EX AUTO
Volt Hertz Phase Watt
Ampere
230V
2.0A
50Hz 1~
20A
0.45kW
310 kg
Short Circuit Rating Weight

Introduction 13
Dimensions
Dimensions shown in inches (and centimeters).
Infeed
Exit
35.43 in.
(90 cm)
Overall
Width
Chassis
Width
Infeed
Table
Width
Guard
Door &
Window
Panel
Width
66.18 in.
(168.1 cm)
Max. Height to
Top of Column
26.77 – 34.65 in.
(68 – 88 cm)
Roller Table
Adjustable Height
71.12 in.
(190.8 cm)
Machine
Body
Indexing Table
Width
89.15 in.
(236.6 cm)
Machine + Infeed Indexing Table
Overall Length
Optional: For optional light stack,
add 12.2 in (30.99 cm) to Top of Column
for 78.3 in (199 cm) Max. Machine Height
Optional: Adding
optional roller table
at exit end of taper
adds 18.03 in.
(45 cm) to Machine
Overall Length, for
110.55 in. (280.8 cm)
total Overall Length
18.03 in.
(45.8 cm)
30 in.
(76 cm)
24.8 in.
(63 cm)
33.5 in.
(85 cm)

14 Installation
Installation
Carefully remove the outer protective outer shipping materials. Avoid damaging the
machine body.
Remove the shipping bolts that secure the case taper to the shipping pallet. Lift the
case taper off the pallet.
CAUTION! The SB-2/3EX-Automatic Case Taper is very heavy and will
require a forklift, floor crane, or several people to move
safely off the shipping pallet. Use proper equipment when
lifting the case taper and ensure the case taper is secure and
will not shift while being moved or during height adjustment
or installation of locking casters.
Four locking casters are provided and optionally may be installed onto the four
adjustable support legs. To install casters, thread one caster into the bottom of each leg.
CAUTION! Raise the case taper off the floor to install the casters. Use
proper equipment when lifting the case taper. Ensure the
case taper is secure and will not shift while installing the
casters or adjusting the height.
To adjust the leg height, loosen the screws on each leg and slide the insert up or down
as required and then retighten the screws at the required height. When the case taper
has been moved to its suitable location, use the caster brake to secure the case taper
from rolling.
Leg
Caster
Thread
caster
into
bottom of
support
leg insert.
Caster
Brake
Adjust
foot up or
down as
required
to raise or
lower
case
taper.
To adjust
height,
temporarily
loosen
adjustment
screws, move
leg insert up
or down, and
then
retighten.

Installation 15
Location Requirements
Move the case taper to the desired location. To lift or move the case taper without
casters installed, you will need to use a pallet jack or forklift to lift and move it. If you
have installed the casters, release the brake lever on each of the locking casters to
move the taper easily over a smooth flat surface. Re-engage caster brake levers when
the case taper has been moved to its location.
When installing the case taper please be aware of the following considerations:
1. The mounting surface is flat and level.
2. Conveyor or packing table height.
3. Alignment with packaging line.
When the case taper is positioned in the operating location you will need access to:
1. The Main Power Switch and Control Panel, with Start/Run and Stop buttons and
E-Stop.
2. Height and width adjustments.
3. Both upper and lower tape cartridges for tape loading.
4. Air in and supply hose connection.
A packing table may be provided at the infeed end where the packer can fill boxes and
position the flaps while feeding the boxes into the machine for closing and sealing. It is
also convenient to have a pack table at the exit end of the taper.
It is essential that the table and conveyor be at the machine bed height.
The machine should be placed on a flat, level floor so that it does not rock or move.
When placed for operation, securely lock the locking casters. We recommend that the
machine be securely locked in place when in operation.
Connect the air supply hose to the filter/regulator assembly on the side of the machine.

16 Installation
Air Supply
Line In
Air In

Installation 17
Optional Exit Roller Table
An optional exit roller table is available for the case taper that is similar to the entrance
indexing table, less the drop conveyor indexing mechanics. If the exit roller table has not
been installed from the supplier or has been removed for shipping, install it as follows.
1. Temporarily loosen socket head cap screws at the locations shown in the
following illustration.
2. Align the keyhole slots in the table flanges with the loosened cap screw heads
and position the end table so rollers are level with the case taper rollers.
3. Re-tighten cap screws loosened in the first step to secure table.
Next Steps
Follow instructions in the Operation section for instructions to load the tape cartridges in
the upper and lower tape heads.
If tape heads have not been loaded with tape, load the upper and lower tape heads with
tape. (One roll each; follow instructions provided in the Tape Cartridge User Guide.)
Refer to the Adjustments section for instructions to make necessary height and width
adjustments that must be made for operation of the box taper.
Refer to the Operation section for instructions to power up, operate, and shut down the
machine.
Socket Head
Cap Screws
Socket Head
Cap Screws

18 Operation
Operation
Loading the Tape Cartridges
Turn the main power switch to “Off” and disconnect the power.
CAUTION! To avoid personal injury, remove the tape cartridge before
loading tape.
When handling the tape cartridge be careful to avoid contact
with the tape cutting blade.
After the taping cartridge has been removed push the tape roll onto the tape core
assembly.
NOTE: Make sure the tape roll is pushed all the way on the spindle
assembly.
Tape Roll
Tape Core
Spindle
Adhesive Side

Operation 19
Check Tension
Check the tape for correct tension.
Tighten or loosen the tape core holder to adjust tension.
Thread Tape
Carefully thread the new tape through the rollers in the tape head as shown in the
applicable diagram in the Tape Head User Guide provided with the tape head.
For convenience, diagrams for threading tape in the Eastey-EX Tape Head and EZ-EX
Tape Head are provided on the following page. Follow the diagram that applies for your
tape head, depending on the tape head model and position on the taper.

20 Operation
Eastey-EX Tape Head
EZ-EX Tape Head
Adhesive
Side
Adhesive
Side
Adhesive
Side
Upper Cartridge
Bottom Cartridge
Adhesive
Side
Upper Cartridge
Bottom Cartridge