FLETCHER Alfamacchine U400 User manual
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Function
Model / Type
Serial number
Year of manufacture
Manual Revision
FRAME ASSEMBLING MACHINE
ASSEMBLY OF FRAMES BY INSERTION OF METAL V-NAILS
U400 (previous version MINIGRAF 144)
2011
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Alfamacchine S.r.l.
Via Selva 23/25
47122 Forlì - Italy
CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
CE CONFORMITY DECLARATION
Il Fabbricante / the Manufacturer Alfamacchine S.r.l.
con sede legale in / Address Via Selva, 23/25 47122 Forlì - Italy
DICHIARA, / Hereby DECLARES,
sotto la propria responsabilità, under its sole responsibility,
che la macchina: that the machine:
Denominazione / Product Name : FRAME ASSEMBLING MACHINE
Funzione / Purpose : ASSEMBLY OF WOODEN AND SYNTHETIC MDF MOULDINGS USING METAL
V-NAILS
Modello/ Model Name : U400
Tipo / Type : PNEUMATIC
Numero di Serie / Serial Number :
E’ CONFORME ALLE DISPOSIZIONI PREVISTE DALLE DIRETTIVE:
COMPLIES WITH THE FOLLOWING STANDARDS AND DIRECTIVES:
- 2006/42/CE, Direttiva Macchine / Machinery Directive
poiché rispetta tutti i requisiti essenziali di sicurezza e sanitari che le concernono.
because it complies with all the relative essential safety requirements
Fascicolo Tecnico costituito presso : ALFAMACCHINE S.R.L.
Technical File drawn up by: ALFAMACCHINE S.R.L.
Forlì ,
___________________________________
Data / Issued Date : Firma il Legale rappresentante / Signature of representative
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INDEX
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1. INTRODUCTION TO USE ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.1. HOW TO CONSULT THIS MANUAL AND THE SYMBOLS ADOPTED ....................................................................... 2
.................................................................................................... 2
1.3. TYPE OF USE AND CONTRAINDICATIONS............................................................................................................... 2
1.4. TECHNICAL FEATURES.............................................................................................................................................. 6
1.5. PRODUCTS PROCESSED - HANDLED OR GENERATED ........................................................................................ 7
1.6. EMISSION OF AIRBORNE NOISE............................................................................................................................... 8
1.7. RESIDUAL RISKS - GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................................................................................... 8
1.8. RESIDUAL RISKS ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
1.9. DESCRIPTION OF SAFETY FUNCTIONS................................................................................................................... 9
1.10. DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE.............................................................................................................................11
1.11. MAIN MACHINE COMPONENTS .................................................................................................................................11
2. INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................................................... 16
2.1. STORAGE................................................................................................................................................................... 16
2.2. CHECKS ON RECEPTION......................................................................................................................................... 16
2.3. TRANSPORT, LIFTING AND HANDLING................................................................................................................... 17
2.4. LIFTING AND HANDLING .......................................................................................................................................... 17
2.5. REMOVING THE PACKAGING .................................................................................................................................. 18
3. PRELIMINARY PREPARATION AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES ................................................................................. 19
3.1. POSITIONING............................................................................................................................................................. 19
3.2. LEVELLING THE MACHINE....................................................................................................................................... 19
3.3. ASSEMBLY OF SEPARATELY SHIPPED UNITS ...................................................................................................... 20
4. INITIAL START-UP AND USE OF THE MACHINE................................................................................................................. 25
4.1. WORKSTATIONS AND OPERATORS’ TASKS........................................................................................................... 26
4.3. CHECKS, ADJUSTMENTS AND START-UP ............................................................................................................. 26
4.4. START-UP................................................................................................................................................................... 27
4.5. WORKING CYCLE...................................................................................................................................................... 38
4.5.1. CYCLE STOP ............................................................................................................................................................. 39
5. MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING, AND CLEANING .................................................................................................. 39
5.1. MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................................... 39
5.2. WORK STATIONS AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN DUTIES.............................................................................. 39
5.3. MAINTENANCE PRESCRIPTIONS............................................................................................................................ 39
5.4. GENERAL WARNINGS .............................................................................................................................................. 40
5.5. ISOLATION FROM EXTERNAL ENERGY SOURCES............................................................................................... 40
5.6. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................................................... 40
5.7. TASKS THAT CAN BE PERFORMED BY THE OPERATOR ..................................................................................... 41
5.8. TASKS THAT CAN BE PERFORMED ONLY BY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANS ................................................... 42
5.9. CLEANING.................................................................................................................................................................. 45
5.10. LUBRICATION ............................................................................................................................................................ 48
6. TROUBLESHOOTING AND RELEASE OF MOVING PARTS ............................................................................................... 50
7. REINSTALLATION AND REUSE ............................................................................................................................................ 52
8. EXTINGUISHING MEDIA........................................................................................................................................................ 52
9. SCRAPPING AND DISPOSAL. .............................................................................................................................................. 52
9.1. SCRAPPING............................................................................................................................................................... 52
9.2. DISPOSAL .................................................................................................................................................................. 53
TABLE 1 - WORKING BENCH ASSEMBLY..................................................................................................................................... 55
TABLE 2 - SLIDER INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................................. 56
TABLE 3 - VERTICAL CLAMP INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................................. 57
TABLE 4 - CONTROL LEVER ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................................................................... 57
TABLE 5 - MAGAZINE ASSEMBLY................................................................................................................................................. 58
TABLE 6 - STAND ............................................................................................................................................................................ 59
TABLE 7 - EC SAFEGUARD............................................................................................................................................................ 60
PNEUMATIC DIAGRAM ................................................................................................................................................................... 61
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DANGER - WARNING
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY SO THAT YOU BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE
MACHINE, ITS ENVISAGED USE AND ANY RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH IT.
Keep the Use and Maintenance Manual in good condition: Remember, it is an integral part of the machine. Always refer to the manual
to get best machine performance in maximum safety while performing the operations described therein.
This manual must be kept in an easily accessible place, near the machine, at all times so that it can be consulted whenever necessary.
DANGER - WARNING
USE THE MACHINE SOLELY AND EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE USES INDICATED AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
RECOMMENDATIONS PROVIDED IN THIS MANUAL. NEVER TAMPER WITH IT, FORCE IT OR USE IT IN ANY INAPPROPRIATE
MANNER.
1. INTRODUCTION TO USE
1.1. HOW TO CONSULT THIS MANUAL AND THE SYMBOLS ADOPTED
Please pay particular attention to the words “DANGER – WARNING”, “DANGER – CAUTION” and “NOTE” as used in this manual.
To draw the user’s attention to certain information and provide warning messages, the operations described in this manual are accompanied
by symbols and notes to highlight the presence of any hazards and indicate the safe use of the equipment. These symbols and notes
belong to various categories, as indicated below:
DANGER – WARNING: IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONCERNING GENERAL SAFETY.
DANGER-CAUTION: highlights situations where careful and sensible actions are essential.
NOTES: information of a technical nature.
Sticker Description
Wear protective googles.
Wear protective gloves.
Wear safety footwear
Wear ear defenders.
the corners of the guards.
1.3. TYPE OF USE AND CONTRAINDICATIONS.
Safety warning on machine use
EC dataplate
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PERMITTED USE
The machine described herein is designed to be run by 1 operator
suitably trained and instructed with regard to residual risks. The
operator must have the same skills, in terms of safety, as the
maintenance technicians and adequate professional competence.
During its PERMITTED AND REASONABLY PREDICTABLE USE,
the machine may be used exclusively:
for pictures, mirrors, display cases, cupboard doors etc.) in
accordance with the characteristics described in the heading
“Products Processed - Handled or Generated”. Use of the
machine to perform processes other than those described in
this manual is to be considered improper and therefore strictly
prohibited.
the dimensions specified in the heading “TECHNICAL
CHARACTERISTICS”.
It is also compulsory:
received adequate training/information concerning machine
operations, performance and any hazards associated with its
use.
operating area before proceeding with any operations
whatsoever.
starting to work with the machine.
where it is to be used, that it is installed on a level, smooth and
load bearing capacity to support the weight of the machine.
of ambient lighting and ensure there are no areas of shadow,
glare, or potentially hazardous strobe effects.
main compressed air supplies, to safely discharge any residual
energy in the machine circuits, and wait for all parts at high
temperatures to cool down adequately.
UNINTENDED USE
DANGER - WARNING
THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE USED IN A PROHIBITED MANNER. SPECIFICALLY:
or materials with different characteristics to those previously described in the heading “TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS”.
all liability.
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FORBIDDEN USE
DANGER - WARNING
FURTHERMORE IT IS PROHIBITED TO USE THE MACHINE IN AN INCORRECT MANNER, IN PARTICULAR:
authorized to do so,
protective device (mechanical) deactivated and/or non-functional,
in this instruction manual,
beforehand,
elements have come to a complete standstill.
as indicated in this manual,
- outdoors or worksites with open windows and doors,
- processing of materials and products that are not expressly indicated in the present manual,
- processing of metal materials made of aluminium, lightweight alloys, and steel and its alloys.
DANGER – CAUTION
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any faults caused by unreasonable, improper and/or incorrect use of the
machine.
always consult the manufacturer’s engineering department.
The user is always responsible for providing suitable personal protective equipment to machine operators and for informing them on the
permissible uses of the machine.
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PERSONNEL AUTHORIZED TO USE THE MACHINE
accordance with the characteristics described below:
Operators / Apprentices:
PERMITTED AMBIENT CONDITIONS AND OPERATING LIMITS
DANGER - WARNING
THIS MACHINE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE IN POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS.
THEREFORE IT IS PROHIBITED TO INSTALL OR USE IT IN ANY SUCH ENVIRONMENT.
SERVICE CONDITIONS
SERVICE CONDITION USER LIMITS
Installation type Indoor
Floor conditions Horizontal and smooth: irregularity and gradient tolerance within
2%
Supporting surface characteristics Flooring in compliance with health and safety requirements in the
workplace in accordance with all applicable legislation
Maximum ambient air temperature +40°C / 104°F
Minimum ambient air temperature 5°C / 41 °F (with electrical equipment protection rating of at least
IP54)
0°C / 32 °F (with electrical equipment protection rating lower than
IP54)
Ambient working temperature +5°C / 41°F < T < +45°C / 113°F
Transport and storage temperature between -25°C / -13 °F andd +55°C / 131°F (temperatures of up
to +70°C/158°F are admissible for periods of less than 24 h)
Maximum altitude above sea level 1000m
Minimum required light intensity 600 lux
Relative humidity of 100% at +25°C/ 77°F (electrical equipment protection rating of at least IP54)
Relative humidity shall not exceed 50% at +40°C / 104°F or 90% at +20°C / 68 °F (electrical equipment protection rating below IP54)
Equipment for machine designed for indoor installations
Machine NOT suitable for operation in contaminated atmospheres: for example, dusts, acids, corrosive gases, salt or similar contaminants.
Machine NOT
Machine NOT
microwaves, UV rays, laser, X-rays, and similar.
Pollution class of electrical equipment equivalent to 3 (THREE)
Installation environment equivalent to two (2)
Can be utilised in residential, commercial, of light industrial zones thanks to compliance with standard EN 61000-6-1
Intended for direct/exclusive service of industrial process machinery
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SERVICE CONDITION USER LIMITS
Special and additional prescriptions, not envisaged,
may be requested for machines intended for:
situations (for example, molten metal, acids/bases, particularly
fragile loads, explosives),
1.4. TECHNICAL FEATURES
Machine characteristics
Work surface dimensions (W x L)............................................................................................................................... 400x600mm -16”x24”
Machine length.......................................................................................................................................................................... 600mm - 24”
Machine width ........................................................................................................................................................................... 640mm - 25”
................................................................................................................. 870mm - 34”1/4
................................................................................................................... 1020mm - 40”
Machine height........................................................................................................................................................................ 1330mm - 53”
Maximum height without stand ................................................................................................................................................. 510mm - 20”
Machine weight ........................................................................................................................................................................ 90kg - 198lbs
V-nail magazine capacity 200 pcs
Max. quantity of V-nails inserted per position ........................................................................................................................................ 9pcs
V-Nail insertion positions................................................................................................................................................................... Multiple
Max. distance between nails..............................................................................................................................................................200mm
Compressed air supply
Maximum permitted inlet pressure..........................................................................................................................................................8bar
..........................................................................................................................................................................3 Nl
V-nail characteristics
V-nail type
H3 3mm (optional)
H5 5mm
H7 7mm
H10 10mm
H12 12mm
H15 15mm
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1.5. PRODUCTS PROCESSED - HANDLED OR GENERATED
The products handled by the machine described herein must be made up of wooden mouldings of various hardness, with multiple surface
The main technical characteristics of the products handled by the machine described herein are provided below.
DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCTS HANDLED CHARACTERISTICS
Minimum/maximum width of moulding 6 / 140 mm - ¼” – 5”1/2
Minimum/maximum thickness of moulding 6 / 80 mm - ¼” – 3”1/4
Weight 10 Kg.
25 Kg.
Material Recommended sharpness
Soft woods
and plastic
SW
transparent stick
Medium wood MW
brown stick
Hard wood HW
green stick
Very Hard Wood
and MDF
HS
red stick
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1.6. EMISSION OF AIRBORNE NOISE
NOTE – The manufacturer declares, under his own responsibility, that the machine produces a continuous equivalent A-weighted
sound pressure level of 72 dB.
DANGER – WARNING:
TO AVOID THE DANGER OF HEARING DAMAGE CAUSED BY SHRILL OR INSISTENT NOISE, THE MACHINE OPERATOR
AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN MUST ALWAYS USE APPROPRIATE HEARING PROTECTION, SUCH AS HEARING
DEFENDERS OR EARPLUGS.
1.7. RESIDUAL RISKS - GENERAL INFORMATION
This manual contains a list and description of the residual risks that could not be eliminated in the design stage and that therefore remain
present on the machine.
For each risk, suitable instructions or prescriptions are given which the user must observe in order to avoid hazards affecting the machine
operator, maintenance technicians, any exposed persons and the machine itself.
1.8. RESIDUAL RISKS
Residual risk due to noise
As demonstrated by experimental tests, the machine produces a continuous equivalent A-weighted sound pressure level of 72 dB.
To avoid the risk of hearing damage caused by shrill or insistent noise during machine use, in addition to being adequately informed and
trained, the operator and maintenance technician must always use appropriate hearing protection, such as hearing defenders, earplugs
or similar personal protection equipment to safeguard hearing.
PPE to be used:
Hearing protection
Residual risk due to the combustibility of the substances used in the machine and the products handled by the same
To avoid the hazards resulting from:
the employer, in addition to training and adequately informing the machine operator and maintenance technician on such risks, must
PPE to be used:
Protective gloves Safety footwear Safety clothing
There is a residual risk for the maintenance technician, when the safety guards are open and valve piloting is activated using the special
tool, in order to check (during troubleshooting procedures) the operation of the pneumatically operated mobile elements, when energy
remains accumulated inside the actuator cylinders.
Consequently, when the aforementioned activities are performed, the maintenance technician must make sure that no exposed persons
are found near the pneumatically controlled mobile elements and in any case said mobile elements must only be activated if strictly
necessary for pinpointing operating faults.
There is a residual risk for the maintenance technician when the machine is isolated from the compressed air network, due to the presence
, when mobile guards are open caused by the presence of closed-centre valves
and/or tanks which remain pressurized.
Consequently, before carrying out any work on the aforementioned cylinders, in accordance with the instructions given in the actuator
manuals supplied with the machine, the maintenance technician must neutralise the accumulated energy working in compliance with
the safety regulations applicable to maintenance personnel, such as, for example, manual activation of the special tool for the piloting
valves used to discharge stored energy.
Under no circumstances must the piping be disconnected if they still hold residual pressure.
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and maintenance technicians, inside the slot on the working bench
along the stroke of the V-nail shooting unit.
are present near each mobile element installed over the machine’s
working bench.
Consequently the operator and maintenance technician, as well as
observing the instructions provided in this manual, must never place
What’s more, workers must never wear rings, wrist watches,
personal accessories that may constitute a risk. Make sure sleeves
1.9. DESCRIPTION OF SAFETY FUNCTIONS
Protective devices installed on the machine
DANGER - WARNING
IT IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED TO REMOVE THE SAFEGUARDS AND SAFETY DEVICES EXCEPT WHEN STRICTLY
NECESSARY FOR THE PURPOSE OF CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE WORK.
When such safeguards and safety devices need to be removed all necessary measures must be adopted to highlight this situation
immediately and minimise any possible associated hazards.
parts, except:
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Ref.
A
B
GUARDS /
PROTECTIVE
DEVICES – POSITION
Fixed guard
TYPE OF SAFEGUARDED
HAZARD
Polycarbonate panel secured
to metal supports which can
relative knobs, to prevent
access to the stopper.
Casing in welded sheet metal
to support the working bench
and prevent access to the
pneumatic actuators housed
inside the machine.
openings to the protected dangerous work zone when the guards
are correctly secured in place.
secured in place by screws that call for the use of special tools
(Allen keys) and can only be removed, using the appropriate
tool, by authorized maintenance technicians.
maintenance technicians. Irrespective of the circumstances,
dangerous openings in the machine safeguards.
they will not remain lodged in their locations in the absence of
the fastening elements.
In sizing and selecting the guards and safety devices, the
possibility of access by persons aged 14 or over was used as
a reference condition.
DANGER - WARNING
ACCESS TO AREAS PROTECTED BY A MOVABLE GUARD IS ALLOWED FOR BOTH THE MACHINE OPERATOR AND
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN. IRRESPECTIVE OF THE CIRCUMSTANCES, THE MACHINE OPERATOR MUST NEVER
ATTEMPT TO VOLUNTARILY CIRCUMVENT A FIXED GUARD.
operator ever attempt to voluntarily circumvent a moveable guard.
meticulously and carefully to the indications provided in the installation, use and maintenance manuals accompanying said safety
devices (all of which are supplied with the machine) and this instruction manual.
area.
A
B
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1.10. DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE
mouldings (which maybe pre-glued or dry) using metal V-nails.
All operating phases such as: loading and unloading of the frame, clamping, head movement and nailing are completely manual.
The machine can use special Alfagraf V-nails with “Pulling Power” effect or standard V-nails.
1 stand
MACHINE FUNCTIONS are controlled manually by the operator
who directly activates the pneumatic actuators.
complete with lever with manually activated button, mouldings
clamping system, mobile fence and pedal.
If purchased without the stand, the machine can be placed on a
sturdy, level and stable work bench.
The references and photos used in this manual refer to the machine
with stand so that all aspects are fully covered.
1.11. MAIN MACHINE COMPONENTS
operating units and zones, including:
(A) Working bench
(B) Accessories compartment door
(C) Stand
(D) Pneumatic pedal switch
(E) Machine casing
(F) External compressed air connections, pedal and power supply
(G) EC safeguard
(H) Handle for moving head and controls
F
A
B
C
D
H
E
G
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The working bench is the surface on which manual operations take
the operator controls.
It is made up of the following main parts:
(A) Vertical moulding clamp unit
(B) Mobile and tilting fence unit with 2 knobs
(D) Front moulding clamp unit
(E) Knob for blocking head movement
(F) V.nail magazine
(H) Magazine opening command
(I) Handle for moving head and controls
(M) EC safeguard
Vertical clamp unit
This unit is designed to immobilize the mouldings on the working
bench and counteract the V-nailing force.
and is therefore in line with the direction of V-nail insertion.
It is important that the air pressure applied to the vertical clamp
provides thrust which is always higher than the thrust of the V-nails,
if this is not the case, V-nail insertion could result in the mouldings
being lifted up, resulting in incomplete insertion of the V-nail and a
The unit is made up of a mechanical or magnetic stopper holder to
which the interchangeable rubber stoppers (P) of varying hardness
are applied, located at the bottom of a punched column (N) which
can be positioned at various heights depending on the size of the
frame.
The assembly is supported by an arm (R) vertically activated by
means of a pneumatic actuator controlled by the operator.
The vertical stopper unit is made up of the following main parts:
(N) Punched rod which allows the operator to position the stopper
(O) Screw for securing and quickly changing the mechanical
stopper holder or magnetic support.
(P) Stopper holder, which may be mechanical or magnetic
depending on the type of accessories used.
(Q) Click knob for blocking the column.
(R) Rod support arm.
(S) Piston stem vertically activated by the pneumatic actuator.
T) Mechanical stopper holder.
U) Interchangeable stopper - soft (blue).
V) Interchangeable stopper - medium (yellow).
W) Interchangeable stopper - hard (black).
X) Round magnetic felt stopper.
Y) Corner magnetic stopper holder.
Z) Magnetic support.
A
C
H
B
G
L
I
D
M
T
R
Q
S
O
P
N
F
E
T
U
W
V
Z
YX
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H5-H7-H10-H12-H15.
Selection of the V-nail height to be used is made by simply changing
the loader without no need for any tools.
V-nail heights, installed on an L-block support block and a hammer
Head and hammer are designed to guide the V-nail during the thrust
action of the hammer and to insert them in the overlying mouldings.
The magazine is in turn brought up against the L-block support and
by means of a V-nail pusher supplies and aligns the V-nails against
the guide each time the hammer is activated.
The hammer is activated by a manually operated pneumatic cylinder.
Perfect mechanical alignment of these parts ensures precise
insertion, single or multiple, of the V-nails in the mouldings to be
(A) Screw for fastening the head.
(B) MC type head
(C) L-block support
(D) Hammer
(E) Loader with V-nails inserted in the magazine.
(F) V-nail pusher which keeps the V-nails at a constant pressure
(G) PLV selector lever:
in the OFF position (open) if draws the V-nail pusher back so
that V-nails can be put in the loader or the loader changed
in the ON position (closed) the V-nail pusher pushes the
does not work.
(H) Loader for H5 V-nails
(I) Loader for H7 V-nails
(J) Loader for H10 V-nails
(K) Loader for H12 V-nails
(L) Loader for H15 V-nails
ABCDEF
G
H
I
J
K
L
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The fence unit, positioned on the working bench, can slide along
operator based on the size of the moulding in relation to the position
of the front clamp (rod clamp).
The knob (C) locks the fence unit onto the working bench by means
of the clamp (E).
Once locked in place, the fence provides a stable stop guide for
better.
Fixed fences for 120° and 135° corners may also be installed in
the clamp (E) for making frames with 6 and 8 sides respectively
have mobile parts (A).
The tilting fence unit with a 90° angle, for frames with 4 sides,
installed as standard equipment, is made up of the following main
elements:
(C) Knob for locking the fence unit.
(D) Fixed fence with 90° corner, interchangeable.
(E) Locking clamp.
forward against the internal corner of the mouldings when the
operator presses the pedal thus blocking them against the fence unit.
Movement of the rod clamp is provided by a pneumatic actuator
and, as long as the pedal is pressed, it keeps the mouldings locked
in place for the entire V-nailing cycle, even when the vertical clamp
Usually the position of the rod clamp is always kept the same
The front clamp is made up of:
(H) Knob for securing the rod to the pneumatic actuator of the
front clamp.
(I) Holes for anchoring the cursor of the pneumatic actuator.
(L) Front locking rod clamp
ABC
FABDE
GHI
L
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This device allows the operator to move the carriage which supports
Operation of the handle controls is obtained only after having
pressed the pedal.
The handle (E) is equipped with a button (D) which activates a
double-command pneumatic valve:
- press half way (light pressure) to activate vertical clamping and
- release the button completely to lift the vertical clamping stopper
position.
The ends of the carriage stroke are delimited by the position of
the two locking handles (A, B) along the double scale (metric,
imperial) ruler.
Pressing of the red button (G) makes it possible to move the handle
beyond the top travel stop (A), as required in the V-nail loader
changeover operation or to clean the magazine.
The machine is designed to function with the handle positioned on
to dismantle the support (F) and position it on the opposite side.
For further details, see the heading ADJUSTMENTS.
(A) Locking handle for the upper travel stop.
(B) Locking handle for the bottom travel stop.
(C) Metric/imperial ruler
(D) Double command button
(F) Handle support
(G) Button which allows the carriage to go beyond the upper travel
stop.
bench needs to be increased by installing the two side extensions
(A) and (B) (optional).
perfectly aligned with the working bench, see heading ASSEMBLY
OF SEPARATELY SHIPPED UNITS.
(A) Right extension
(B) Left extension.
The machine is designed to be STATIC, i.e. it must be installed
structure so that it remains stationary during operation.
The machine is LOADED AND UNLOADED MANUALLY:
I. MANUAL POSITIONING OF THE MOULDINGS to be
and locked
ii. MANUAL REMOVAL OF THE ASSEMBLED MOULDINGS from
To extend the available work surface for the mouldings, it is possible
to install 6 brackets (A), 2 on each side, onto which a surface panel
in wood or other material (not supplied) is placed.
To install the brackets, please refer to the heading ASSEMBLY OF
SEPARATELY SHIPPED UNITS
(A) 90° bracket with slots and holes for fastening to the machine
and the wooden surface panel.
AD E
G
B
C
F
B
A
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2. INSTALLATION
2.1. STORAGE
The machine, intended for indoor installation must be stored, if necessary, in well ventilated storage facilities and protected from dust.
oxidation caused by weather conditions.
In the case of prolonged inactivity the machine must be stored with all necessary precautions taken based on the location and expected
storage times:
1. Store the machine in an enclosed place.
2. Protect the machine from impact and stress.
3. Protect the machine from humidity and excessive temperature differences (refer to the table below).
4. Do not allow corrosive substances to come into contact with the machine.
5. Check that the pack has not been damaged and that it is perfectly dry.
including rain, snow and hail, and it must be accessible exclusively to authorized personnel.
The machine is protected in such a way as to withstand the temperatures, humidity and vibration levels typically associated with transport
and storage.
Ambient
temperature
Storing
temperature
Relative humidity
Vibrations
Atmospheric
pressure
-25 ÷ +40°C - 13 ÷ 104°F
-25 ÷ +55°C - 13 ÷ 131°F
0 ÷ +55 °C / 32 ÷ 131°F
100% at a temperature of +25°C / 77°F
Lower than 50% at a temperature of +40°C / 104°F
Lower than 90% at a temperature of +20°C / 68°F
5.9 m/s2 (0.6G) or higher
900 mbar or more
Avoid places where
there may be
unexpected changes
in temperature
which could lead
to the formation of
condensate or freezing.
Storage temperature is construed as a short-term value, e.g. during transportation. Condensation or freezing normally occurs in sites
2.2. CHECKS ON RECEPTION
NOTES
It is essential to check the packs at the time of arrival and in the precise moment in which they are received. The check is performed
in two stages for each pack received to avoid misunderstandings with the shipping agent.
Administrative check
1. Crate number and number of packs.
2. Weight and size
3. Correspondence of information on shipping document with the material effectively delivered (description, serial number, etc). The
4. Check correspondence between shipping document data and the order.
Technical check
1. Condition and intactness of packaging.
2. Check that the packaging shows no signs of visible damage caused during transport and handling operations.
All the above checks must be performed by inspection in the presence of the shipping agent’s delivery person. If any damage is noted
or the supply is incomplete or incorrect, inform the manufacturer’s sales department immediately.
NOTES
In relation to the above prescriptions, the manufacturer informs the user that in compliance with current international and national
rulings, goods are always shipped at the risk and responsibility of the purchaser and, unless otherwise stated in writing at the time
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2.3. TRANSPORT, LIFTING AND HANDLING
Dimensions, weight and handling of individual machine parts
MACHINE BODY
Machine height ............................................ A = 190 mm-13/64 in
Machine depth .................................................. B = 600mm - 24’’
Machine width .................................................. B = 640mm - 25’’
.......... D = 670/835 mm-3/8 -7/8 in
Weight of the machine ........................................... 50kg - 110 lbs
Weight of the stand ................................................. 30 kg - 66 lbs
2.4. LIFTING AND HANDLING
DANGER – CAUTION
to the intended installation site as possible. Said site
must be checked beforehand to obtain information
about the necessary clearances and dimensions,
procedures.
The forks on the equipment used to lift and handle the machine
must be in good, undamaged condition and be at least 1500 mm
1/16 in. long.
The operations to lift and handle the machine must be carried out
of the chosen equipment are inserted correctly under the packaging
or machine structure. Make sure the load is evenly balanced.
When the machine is packaged on a pallet it must be moved by a
forklift.
When the machine is unpacked it can be moved on a two-wheel
trolley.
1500 mm
A
D
B
C
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2.5. REMOVING THE PACKAGING
The machine may be shipped in a container or on a lorry.
In both cases the same type of packing is envisaged which is
suitable for guaranteeing the good condition and proper preservation
of the machine during transport up to the time of delivery to the
customer.
For correct balancing of the weight, pick up the machine using forklift
equipment, inserting the forks in the points indicated by the arrows
that the weight of the machine indicated on the packaging falls within
the maximum hoisting capacity of the chosen lifting equipment.
DANGER – CAUTION
Do not rig the machine up with belts for handling
operations.
When storing the machine, never stack two machines packed on
a pallet with shrink wrap.
The various packing materials must be disposed of in compliance
with the relative legislation in force. Seek advice from the delegated
authorities and/or the assistance of specialist companies authorised
to dispose of pollutant or recyclable waste products.
DANGER – CAUTION
Warning – pollution hazard: do not dispose of the packing
material in the environment; retain it for future transport
uses or consign it to a recycling company.
Evaluation and management of the packing materials
in terms of biological compatibility are the duty and
responsibility of the user.
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