Formech 508DT Service manual

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Table Of Content
Safety 4
General arrangement 508DT 8
Electrical Specifications 8
Mechanical Specifications 8
Transportation / Positioning 8
Noise emissions 8
Machine storage 8
General Arrangement 508FS 9
Electrical Specifications 9
Mechanical Specifications 9
Transportation / Positioning 9
Noise emissions 9
Machine storage 9
General Arrangement 508DT & 508FS 10
Machine Footprint 508DT & 508FS
Machine arrangement
Installation and Inital assembly 508 12
Power Cable - 508DT 12
Power Cable - 508FS 12
Lifting and Handling - 508DT Only 13
Heater Guard - 508DT & 508FS 14
Air Outlet connection - 508DT 15
Installation and Initial assembly (508FS only) 16
Castor option 17
Fitting the Castors 17
Fitting the rear stabilisers 18
Cooling fan option 19
Compressed air connection - 508FS only 21
Optional extras 22
Heater Layout 23
Operating Procedures - Quick start guide default settings 24
Basic Operation Mode 508DT/FS 24
Operation Mode 508FS – Additional features 26
Operating Procedures - Using custom settings 27
Basic Operation Mode 508DT/FS - Editing the heater and time settings 27
Operating procedures – Other settings / loading programs 29
Warranty 30
Heating elements 30
Vacuum system 30

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Table Of Content
Service / Repair 31
Replacing seals 31
Replacing a heating element 32
Electrical Troubleshooting 34
Vacuum / Pressure Troubleshooting 34
Cleaning 35
Lubrication 35
Electrical Wiring 508DT 36
Vacuum Pump 2D351VM - 508DT only 37
Electrical Wiring 508FS 39
Becker Pump VT 4.10 - 508FS Only 40
EC Certificate 42

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Safety
Thank you for choosing Formech. Please read and follow the below safety instructions
before attempting to install or operate your machine.
>Do not operate the machine until you have been trained and are fully conversant with it.
>Read and understand all of this user manual.
>This is a ‘single person operating’ machine.
>Check your supply voltage and frequency. Make sure it is compatible with your machine. Your machine’s
electrical specification is on the plate on the right hand side.
>You must ensure that the machine is properly earthed and fused.
>If your machine is not equipped with a moulded mains connector then note that:
The earth wire is GREEN with a YELLOW stripe.
The live wire is BROWN
The neutral wire is BLUE
>Only suitably qualified personnel should make electrical connections.
>Turn off the machine and disconnect the power supply when the machine is not in use.
>The heater and pump on this model are not intended to be left running indefinitely.
>Never remove any panels unless the electrical supply has been isolated.
>Always let the machine cool down before attempting to work on it. Some parts of the heater and heat
shield become extremely hot during operation.
>Note the safety warning labels situated on the front and rear panels. Never remove any warning labels from
the machine.
>Note the ‘HOT SURFACES’ safety labelling on the heater & heater guard. These areas can become VERY
HOT.
>Only use the machine for vacuum forming plastic. It is not intended for any other purpose.
>Ensure that the area you are working in is properly ventilated and that you are aware of the potential
hazards from the plastics you are forming. It is the responsibility of the owner or designated responsible
person to assess the risks associated with any dangerous fumes given off and to determine any necessary
precautions required such as fume extraction. Contact your plastics supplier to gain information regarding
hazardous fumes.
>The heater and pump on this model are not intended to be left running indefinitely.
>There is a risk of being burnt when handling heated plastics. Always wear suitable personal protective
equipment such as gloves.
>Ensure that the area surrounding the machine is clean and frequently cleared of finished product and any
scrap.
>This machine is fitted with a dry running vacuum pump. Do not lubricate. Do not allow any liquid to enter
the vacuum system. Ensure that moulds are properly sealed to prevent ingress of dust into the vacuum
circuit. Severe damage may be caused if the above is not observed.
>Daily repetitive use of this or any other machine may lead to a) fatigue and loss of concentration b)
possible strains.
>Operators should be trained in the use of correct lifting techniques in order to minimise these effects.
>Users of this machine should complete regular competence tests.

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Safety
It is vital that any person using this machine and the person(s) responsible for the health & safety is
made fully aware of the potential hazards that could arise from the use and misuse.
These can be broadly categorised as: -
1. Electric Shock.
This machine uses Voltages up to 415Vac.
NEVER ATTEMPT ANY REPAIR UNLESS THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY DISCONNECTED ONLY SWITCH ON WHEN
ALL COVERS HAVE BEEN REPLACED.
ONLY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN MAY WORK ON ANY PARTS CARRYING MAINS VOLTAGE
AND SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING THAT THE MACHINE IS IN A SAFE CONDITION BEFORE
ALLOWING SERVICES TO BE RESTORED.
2. Burning.
Parts of this machine reach temperatures in excess of 300°C over large areas.
WAIT UNTIL THE MACHINE HAS COOLED DOWN BEFORE SERVICE WORK COMMENCES.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS MUST BE TAKEN TO ENSURE THAT ONLY THE MACHINE OPERATOR IS IN THE
OPERATING AREA DURING USE.
USE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SUCH AS GLOVES WHEN TESTING THE HEATED PLASTIC,
HANDLING HOT VACUUM FORMED PARTS, MANUALLY ASSISTING THE FORMING PROCESSS AND
TOUCHING HOT SURFACES.
INFRARED RADIATION IS EMITTED BY THE QUARTZ HEATERS, ENSURE THAT ANY EXPOSURE TO THIS TYPE
OF RADIATION IS SHORT OR COMPLETELY AVOIDED.
3. Injury from Compressed Air.
Pressures up to 80 PSI (508FS) will be present in large volumes on this machine.
BE EXTRA CAUTIOUS WHEN DEALING WITH COMPRESSED AIR EVEN AFTER THE MAIN SUPPLY HAS BEEN
SHUT OFF DANGEROUS RESIDUAL PRESSURE MAY STILL BE PRESENT WITHIN THE SYSTEM.
4. Toxic Fume Inhalation.
When large sheets of plastic are heated fumes will be given off.
ENSURE THAT THE MACHINE IS POSITIONED IN AN ADEQUATELY VENTILATED PLACE. ASSESS THE RISKS
OF THE MATERIALS TO BE FORMED PRIOR TO USE.
HEALTH & SAFETY - Hazards specific to this machine.
5. Injury from Trapping.
There is a risk of trapping fingers and hands when loading mould tools. Ensure appropriate care is taken to
prevent trapping and use suitable personal protection. Care is required when operating the clamping frame to
ensure that fingers or hands are not trapped.
Keep hands clear of the heater rails when pulling the heater forwards.

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HEALTH & SAFETY - Hazards specific to this machine.
Safety
6. Lifting, Reaching and Stretching.
TAKE CARE WITH LIFTING REACHING AND STRETCHING WHEN PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES:
-Operating the manual heater, the loading of materials and unloading of plastic formings.
-Applying manual assistance to formings during vacuum.
-Drilling holes and trimming of mouldings on the machine after forming.
-The fitting and loading of mould tools.
-Loading and fitting of reducing plates and frames.
-Fitting and adjustment of Fans.
-Replacement and maintenance of top frame and table seals.
ENSURE THAT LOCAL LIFTING AND HANDLING PROCEDURES ARE APPLIED AND MONITORED BY A PERSON
RESPONSIBLE FOR HEALTH AND SAFETY.
7. Fire.
The sheet auto-levelling system allows the level of heated plastic to be kept constant. There is a risk that
failure of the level sensors due to misuse of heaters OR the setting of the compressed air supply to a level that
exceeds the operating pressure of pneumatics valve and the machine specification may cause the plastic to be
blown into the heaters and to be ignited. Periodically monitor and check the condition of the infrared beam
sensors.
ENSURE THE COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY IS SET TO THE RECOMMENDED LEVEL AND ONLY USE THE HEATER
FOR THE HEATING OF VACUUM FORMING PLASTIC MATERIALS.
RISK OF FIRE AS A RESULT OF HEAT AND PLASTICS PRESENTS AN EMERGENCY SITUATION. ENSURE FIRE
SAFETY TRAINING IS PERFORMED & CONTROLLED.
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO HAVE FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE AT OR NEAR THE MACHINE. USE DRY
POWDER (BLUE) OR CARBON DIOXIDE (BLACK) FIRE EXTINGUISHERS.
8. Airborne Particles.
Particles present in the working area may become airborne during the use of the fan cooling system, when
using an airline to blow onto plastics and when the release function is operated without tooling fitted.
ENSURE THAT THE DUST, PARTICLES AND DEBRIS IN THE WORKING AREA ARE KEPT TO A MINIMUM.
ENSURE THAT SUITABLE EYE PROTECTION IS WORN.
9. Working at Height.
When installing the fan cooling system, it is necessary to work at an appropriate height.
Ensure that adequate safety precautions are taken to prevent falling from height and that suitable, stable and
secure equipment is used to support your weight when working at height. Ensure that you DO NOT work on
your own when working at height.
ENSURE THAT LOCAL LIFTING HANDLING AND HIGH LEVEL WORKING PROCEDURES ARE APPLIED AND
MONITORED BY A PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR HEALTH AND SAFETY.

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HEALTH & SAFETY - Hazards specific to this machine.
Safety
10. Prohibited Uses
DO NOT USE THIS MACHINE FOR ANY PURPOSES OTHER THAN THE VACUUM FORMING AND BLOW
MOULDING OF PLASTICS SHEET.
DO NOT USE THE HEATER TO APPLY HEAT TO ANY MATERIAL OTHER THAN PLASTIC SHEET AS PART OF
THE VACUUM FORMING PROCESS SUCH AS: FOOD PRODUCTS, ALL TYPES OF PARTICLES, POWDER, DUST,
ALL TYPES OF LIQUID, WOOD, PAPER, METALS AND ANY FORMS OF COMBUSTABLE MATERIALS.
DO NOT USE THE TABLE MECHANISM TO CLAMP, COMPRESS, FOLD OR APPLY FORCE TO ANY ITEM UNDER
ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
DO NOT USE THE CLAMPING FRAME TO CLAMP COMPRESS, FOLD OR APPLY FORCE TO ANY ITEM OTHER
THAN THE CLAMPING OF SHEET PLASTICS AS PART OF THE VACUUM FORMING PROCESS.
DO NOT USE THE RELEASE TABLE AIR FUNCTION TO APPLY PRESSURE FOR ANY OTHER MEANS OTHER
THAN TO RELEASE THE MOULDING FROM A FITTED MOULD TOOL.
DO NOT USE THE TABLE VACUUM PORT TO SUPPLY VACUUM FOR ANY OTHER MEANS OTHER THAN TO
APPLY VACUUM UNDER A MOULD TOOL AS PART OF THE VACUUM FORMING PROCESS
DO NOT ALLOW OTHER PERSONS WITHIN 1 METRE (39 INCHES) OF THE TABLE / APERTURE TRAP POINT
WHEN OPERATING THE TABLE USING THE TWO HANDED CONTROL TABLE LIFT FUNCTION.
DO NOT BLOCK THE PUMP EXHAUST PORT ON THE REAR OF THE MACHINE AND DO NOT USE THIS
PRESSURE OUTLET TO APPLY PRESSURE FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE.
DO NOT USE THE TOP OF THE HEATER OR TOP OF THE HEATER GUARD TO STACK PLASTICS OR OTHER
MATERIALS.
DO NOT USE THE UNDERSIDE OF THE REAR OF THE MACHINE TO STORE ANY ITEM(S).
DO NOT USE THE MACHINE TO STACK OR LEAN ITEMS AGAINST THE SIDES.
DO NOT USE THE FAN OUTPUTS TO APPLY AIRFLOW FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE OTHER THAN THE
COOLING OF VACUUM FORMINGS AS PART OF THE VACUUM FORMING OR BLOW MOULDING PROCESS.
DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE HEATER TRANSORT WITH ANY ITEM OR USE THE TRANSPORT WHEELS TO CUT
OR FORM ANY ITEM OR MATERIAL.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER PART OF THE HEATER TO MOVE THE HEATER FORWARDS AND BACKWARDS
OTHER THAN THE HEATER HANDLE.
DO NOT USE THE FAN GANTRY TO HANG ANY ITEM.
DO NOT MOUNT THE FAN POSTS ON THE UNDER SIDE OF THE FAN GANTRY
DO NOT REMOVE THE SIDE PANELS OF THIS MACHINE TO USE THE PNEUMATIC CYLINDER TO CUT,
COMPRESS, BEND OR FORM ANY ITEM.
DO NOT USE OR MODIFY THE ELECTRICAL POWER IN THE CONTROL PANEL TO SUPPLY ANY OTHER
DEVICE OR TO APPLY MODIFICATIONS TO THE MACHINE OR ITS FUNCTIONS.
THIS IS NOT AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF THE POSSIBLE MISSUSE OF THIS MACHINERY. THIS LIST IS
WHAT IS CONSIDERED TO BE FORESEEABLE MISSUSE. THE USE OF THIS MACHINE MUST BE ASSESSED,
MONITORED AND CONTROLLED BY THE PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR THE HEALTH AND SAFTEY IN THE
ORGANISATION THAT OWNS AND OPERATES THIS MACHINE.

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General arrangement 508DT
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Electrical Specifications
220/240V, 13 amps, 50Hz single phase
208/220V, 13 amps, 60Hz two phases (North America)
Power consumption: 3,2 kW
Mechanical Specifications
Sheet size: 457 x 508mm
Forming area: 482 x 432mm
Max depth of draw: 185mm
Overall width: 730mm
Overall height: 540mm (1250 with trolley)
Overall length: 1400mm (ASSEMBLED)
Weight: 100kg
Legend:
1- Touch screen
2- Vacuum gauge
3- Clamp frame
4- Material clamp
5- Heater box
6- Table lever
7- Specification plate
Power inlet receptacle
Main fuse
Power switch ON/OFF
Air output
Transportation / Positioning - 508DT
The 508DT will be supplied strapped to a Pallet or in a crate. The machine may unpacked and placed on a
bench, table or 508DT trolley. Lift the machine using the clamp handles at the front of the machine and the
rear rail lifting handle extensions. Ensure that the structure, size and load bearing capacity of the bench or
table is sufficient for the machine weight. A minimum of 2 persons are required to move the machine. In
the case of the 508DT trolley, ensure that the 2 machine retaining screws are fitted to the under side of the
trolley / Machine. ALL MOVING AND LIFTING MUST BE SUPERVISED BY THE PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR
HEALTH AND SAFETY.
Noise emissions
Noise emissions on the Formech 508DT are less than 70dB(A).
Machine storage
The Formech 508DT must be stored in a dry environment. If the machine is not used for a long period of
time, run the pump periodically (once a month).

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General Arrangement 508FS
Electrical Specifications
220/240V, 20 amps, 50Hz single phase
208/220V, 20 amps, 60Hz two phases
(North America)
Power consumption: 3,5 kW
Air supply requirement: 80PSI / 5 bar
Mechanical Specifications
Sheet size: 457 x 508mm
Forming area: 482 x 432mm
Max depth of draw: 290mm
Overall width: 597mm
Overall height: 1200mm (1950mm with cooling fan system)
Overall length: 1100mm (ASSEMBLED)
Weight: 100kg
Legend:
1- Touch screen
2- Vacuum gauge
3- Clamp frame
4- Material clamp
5- Heater box
6- Table lever
7- Specification plate
Power inlet receptacle
Main fuse
Power switch ON/OFF
Air output
Transportation / Positioning - 508FS
The 508FS will be supplied strapped to a Pallet or in a crate. The Machine may be carefully moved from
the transportation pallet and situated directly on a firm floor before installation. Ensure that the structure
and load bearing capacity of its position is sufficient for the machine weight. A minimum of 2 persons are
required to move the machine. Do not attempt to lift this machine without a mechanical aid. ALL MOVING
AND LIFTING MUST BE SUPERVISED BY THE PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR HEALTH AND SAFETY.
Noise emissions
Noise emissions on the Formech 508FS are less than 70dB(A).
Machine storage
The Formech 508FS must be stored in a dry environment. If the machine is not used for a long period of
time, run the pump periodically (once a month).
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Machine footprint - 508DT & 508FS
Machine arrangement
1. Touch screen.
Touch sensitive user screen to control the process with the ability to store programs in the memory.
2. Vacuum Gauge.
To indicate the vacuum level achieved during moulding.
3. Clamp Frame.
This holds the plastic material in position during the forming and release processes.
4. Material Clamps.
These clamps fix the Clamp Frame firmly down. After placing the plastic under the clamp frame the material
clamps are adjusted by tightening or loosening the orange nutlets. The levers are pulled up until they are
fully over-centre. Adjustment may only be carried out while not under pressure. The rear of the
clamp frame is self adjusting.
General Arrangement 508DT & 508FS
730mm
1400mm

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General arrangement 508
5. Heater.
This carries the heating elements and is drawn forward by pulling the centrally mounted handle.
6. Table Lever.
When pulled towards you the table will rise to the upper limit. A further application of pressure will lock the
table in this position. During forming the table complete with mould is lifted into the hot plastic and locked
in place to ensure a good vacuum seal. At the end of the cycle the table is returned to the lower position by
pushing the handle back and away.
7. Air pressure outlet.
The air pressure outlet allows you to supply other equipment that requires air pressure. Air is produced from
the exhaust of the vacuum pump. Do not connect compressed air to this outlet. (508DT only)
7. Specification Plate.
This states the model type, electrical supply needed to power the machine & other essential data.
7. Power connection.
508FS – supplied with 2.5mm cable fitted to connect to a single phase 20amp socket. See Safety section
at the beginning of this manual. 508DT – Supplied with C19 plug or C201 receptacle. Note the safety
labelling.
7. Mains fuse.
This fuse protects the machine and should only be replaced by another of same type and rating. See Image
below – 508DT Only. 508FS – Circuit breakers are fitted to Live and neutral feeds internally.
7. Power Switch ON/OFF.
508DT - See Image below. When OFF, power is cut to all functions. Before commencing any repair work
always remove the mains lead from the Power Inlet Receptacle. 508FS – Supplied with a rotary 2 pole switch
on the electrical cabinet.
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The fuse is positioned
separately above the power
socket. 508DT.

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Installation and Inital assembly 508
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E C Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC
Declaration of conformity
We hereby certify that the machinery stipulated below complies with all the relevant provisions
of the EC Machinery Directive and the National Laws and regulations adopting this Directive.
Modifications to this machinery without prior approval from the undersigned will render this
declaration null and void.
Machine Description: Vacuum Forming Machine
Machine Function: Thermoforming of Plastic Sheet
Model / Type: 508DT/FS
Serial Number:
Date of Manufacture:
Is in conformity with the provisions of the following other EC Directives:
2004 / 108/EC – EMC
2006 / 95/EC – LVD
Technical File Compiled by: A. Berry at address below.
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Significant harmonised standards applied:
EN ISO 12100 : 2010
EN ISO13849-1:2006
EN 60204 –1 : 2006
EN 12409: 2008
______________________________________________________
Signed
Date: 15 October 2012
Name: Paul Vukovich
Position: Managing Director
Being the responsible person appointed by the manufacturer
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User manual EC Certificate
of conformity
Your Formech Machine is supplied with:
Counter balance
weights (508FS)
Heater shed Table mesh
Power Cable - 508DT
C19 to BS 1363 Plug (UK & Ireland)
C19 to CEE 7/4 Plug -Schuko Plug (EU)
C19 to Nema 6/15 Plug (North America)
Power Cable - 508FS
2.5mm, 3 Core – 3m
+ Power lead (508DT)

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Installation and Inital assembly 508
Lifting and Handling - 508DT only
The machine is shipped with two lifting bars
fixed to the rear of the heater rails. Once the
machine has been positioned on either the
trolley or the table top, remove the lifting bars
before the heater guard can be fixed in place.
Remove the 2 screws on both sides
and remove the lifting bars.
Store the lifting bars for future use.
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Slide the heater guard onto the
front rail link bars.

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Installation and Inital assembly 508
Heater Guard - 508DT & 508FS
Slide the heater guard rails onto the front rail link bars
as shown. Take care to fit evenly so that the front and
rear rails meet and the fixing holes are aligned.
Fit the 4 screws – 2 each side – using an 8mm spanner.
Ensure all screws are tight and that heater rails are
aligned.
The heaters are kept in the front position for transit
by a screw that is positioned mid way along the front
heater rail.
Remove the screw from the side to allow the heaters to
be moved backwards.
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Air Outlet connection - 508DT only
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Fitted with an 8mm tube Air outlet
connector for dome blowing.
Installation and Initial assembly 508

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Installation and Initial assembly (508FS only)
Remove the nuts and washers from the counterweight
arms.
Lift the Counterweight arm with the screws and insert in
corresponding holes of the clamp frame.
Ensure the counterweight arm is fitted to the outside of the
clamp frame.
& Fit and tighten the washers and nuts removed in
Repeat for both sides of the clamp frame
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Installation and Initial assembly (508FS only)
Castor option
The 508FS is designed to be fitted with castors.
If the castors are ordered with the machine then the unit will be supplied as follows:
• 2 Braked castor wheels pre-tted to the rear stabiliser.
• 2 castor wheels with xings to be tted to the underside of the main unit.
ALL MOVING AND LIFTING MUST BE SUPERVISED BY THE PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR HEALTH
AND SAFETY. ENSURE THAT THE MACHINE IS FULLY SUPPORTED AND IS STABLE BEFORE
WORKING UNDER PARTS THAT MAY TRAP OR CRUSH.
It is best to fit the front wheels when the unit is on the delivery pallet or slide the unit onto suitable sized
blocks to raise the main body off the ground. The castor wheels are fitted to the front corners of the
machine.
Fitting the Castors
• Move the machine so that the front overhangs the pallet / blocks and locate the xing holes.
• Fix each of the castor wheels with the M10 screw, split washer and washer. Ensure the screws are tight.
• Assemble the rear stabiliser with tted locking castors – refer to next section.
• Carefully remove from pallet / supporting blocks.
ALWAYS ENSURE THE REAR WHEEL CASTORS ARE LOCKED WHEN LOCATED AT THE WORK AREA.
If the castors are supplied as a retrofit item then the front fixing holes will be blocked with screws fitted
internally. These screws will need to be removed before fitting the wheels.
• Remove the crank handle.
• Remove both side panels by removing the 2 M6 screws holding the top of the panel accessible form the
forming area. Loosen the panel lower retaining screws and lift off the panels.
• Remove the screws and ret the side panels and the crank handle ensuring the xings are retted correctly.
• Fit the front castor wheels as above and t the rear locking castor wheels to the rear stabiliser using the
fixings supplied.
If the unit is supplied with the castor wheel option and the machine is to be used before fitting the wheel
castors then the auto-level and pre-stretch air will escape through the wheel mounting holes until the wheels
are fitted or the fixing holes are blocked.

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Installation and Initial assembly (508FS only)
Fitting the rear stabilisers
The triangular supports and the
connecting crossbar at the rear of the
machine need to be assembled before
being attached to the rear of the main
body of the machine.
The triangular supports are
interchangeable between the left and
right hand side. The white crossbar
needs to be bolted to the supports
from the underneath and then the
four bolts tightened to create a rigid
framework.
This is then bolted to the rear of the
main body using four M6 cap head
screws.
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Back Panel View
White Crossbar with returns upwards - Fit to triangles before fitting to machine
Triangular support stabaliser
Remove 4off
M6 Cap head
screw - Fit
complete
stabaliser
assembly &
replace screws

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The Cooling fan option consists of:
• FAN & Power lead
• L&R Fan Posts
• Fan Crossmember.
Remove the rear screw of the rail link Fan post .
Fix and tighten with the screw and a 2nd mounting
screw for both posts.
& Fix the crossmember to the fan posts using the
fixings supplied. Position the fan grill towards the front
of the machine.
Installation and Initial assembly (508FS only)
Cooling fan option
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Installation and Initial assembly (508FS only)
Cooling fan option (continuation)
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Position the fan unit on the crossmember.
Insert the mounting screws.
Fit the Fixing nut to the screw & tighten.
& Insert the IEC connector into the receptacle
located on the electrical box.
Secure the cable with the fixings supplied.
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