Fromm P328S User manual

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OPERATION MANUAL
BATTERY - POWERED
PLASTIC STRAPPING TOOL
MODEL P328S
P328000301.en/DS/11.18 Original instructions
CE Declaration of conformity
We declare that the machine P328S
is in conformity with the following standard or
standardised documents:
2006/42/EC
2014/30/EU
2011/65/EU
Technical file at:
J. Baßler
FROMM System GmbH
Neulandstrasse 10
D-77855 Achern
6.11.2018
R.Fromm
Director
FROMM Holding AG
Hinterbergstrasse 26
CH-6312 Steinhausen

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Index Page
1 General 3
1.1 Key to the symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2 Safety 4
2.1 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2 Keeping and reading of operation manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3 Safety rules for strapping tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.4 General power tool safety warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3 Technical data 8
4 Accessories 10
4.1 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2 Battery - chargers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.3 FROMM Tool app for tools with activated remote module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.4 Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.5 Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.6 Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.7 Wearing plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.8 Protection plate (plastic) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5 Operating elements 12
6Akku 13
7Settings 14
7.1 Adjustment menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.2 Set Strap Tension and Welding Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
7.3 Tension Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
7.4 Strap Database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
7.5 Activate/Deactivate the Key Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7.6 Information Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7.7 Request Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7.8 Update the firmware for tools with an active remote module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.9 Energy Saving Mode (Standby Operation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.10 Work Menus and Operation Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
8 Strapping 23
8.1 Feeding the strap around the package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
8.2 Inserting the strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
8.3 Tensioning the strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
8.4 Sealing the straps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
8.5 Removing the tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
8.6 Seal - Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
9 Chart of types 25
10 Electric schematic ELS.1126 25
11 Exchange of wearing parts 26
11.1 Exchange of tensioning wheel and grippers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
11.2 Exchange of cutter, welding stop gripper and welding gripper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
11.3 Type dependent wearing parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
11.4 Adjustment of the coupler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
12 Cleaning 29
13 Service 29
14 Malfunctions and corrections 29
15 Transport 30
16 Disposal 30
17 Warranty conditions and liability 31
18 Spare parts list 31

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1 General
His operation manual is valid for the plastic strapping tools P328S.
Manufacturer:
FROMM Holding AG
Hinterbergstrasse 26
CH-6312 Steinhausen
www.fromm-pack.com
1.1 Key to the symbols
Symbols and signal words which are used in this operation manual or on the strapping tool:
WARNING
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE
Warning about material and environment damages.
Denotes application tips and other useful information.
Observe operation manual!
Wear protective gloves!
Wear eye protection!
Wear ear protection!
Wear safety shoes!
CE-label
WEEE symbol
RoHS symbol
Recycling symbol

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2 Safety
2.1 Intended use
The tool has been designed to strap packages with plastic strapping (See 3 Technical data) exclusively.
Another use or an use beyond that is considered as not intended.
For damages resulting from that FROMM Holding AG is not liable.
To intended use also belongs:
• Following of all notes from the operation manual.
• The observance of the local laws and regulations.
• The observance of the inspection and maintenance work.
2.2 Keeping and reading of operation manual
WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in serious injury.
The operation manual belongs to the tool and must be at the disposal of every user of the
tool. Keep the operation manual for further use.
2.3 Safety rules for strapping tools
2.3.1 Personal protective equipment
Wear protective gloves, safety shoes and always safety glasses.
Cascading objects, sharp edges and spring back straps can cause severe injuries.
2.3.2 Work area safety
Never use the tool in an unfavourable working position. Keep work area clean and well lit.
Abnormal body posture, clutter or bad visibility in the working area is causing danger of accident.
Do not operate strapping tools in explosive atmospheres. Flammable liquids, gases or dust could
be ignited and lead to explosion or fire.
Only dispense strap from a dispenser specifically designed for strap. Tuck strap end back into
dispenser when not in use. Packaging straps lying around are causing hazards of slipping, tripping
and falling.
2.3.3 Operation
Tool must not be used by persons not properly trained in their use. Before tensioning strap,
read and understand the tool operating instructions. The disregard of this regulation can cause
breakage of strap and implicate severe inquiry.
During tensioning of the strap there must not be any hands or body parts between strap loop
and strapped object.
Make sure that no other persons are present in the area endangered by tensioning the strap.
When tensioning the strap around a strapping object there is hazard of injury due to pinching, cutting
and shearing.

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2.3.4 Strap breakage hazard
Use the correct strap quality, strap width, strap gauge and strap tensile strength recommended
in this manual for your tool.
If the load corners are sharp, use edge protectors.
Place the strap correctly around a properly positioned load.
Choose your operation position always outside the zone which is specially endangered by
spring back straps.
It is also in your responsibility to take care that no other persons are in the area of the
endangered zone.
Improper operation of the tool, excessive tensioning, using strap not recommended for this tool or
sharp corners on the load can result in a sudden loss of strap tension or in strap breakage during
tensioning, which could result in the following:
A sudden loss of balance causing you to fall.
Injury due to spring back strap and due to falling down objects.
2.3.5 Danger from deficient sealing
You are fully responsible to review the joints made by your tool. Become familiar with the seal
control and the adjustment possibilities of the tool described in this operation manual.
Never handle or ship any load with improperly formed joints.
Malformed joints may not secure the load and could cause serious injury.
2.3.6 Misuse of the strapping
Never use strap as a means of pulling or lifting loads.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in severe personal injury.
2.3.7 Cutting tensioned strap
When cutting strapping, use the proper strapping cutter.
Keep other personnel and yourself at a safe distance from the strap.
Hazard due to spring back strap and due to falling down objects. Especially at risk is the zone in which
the cut strap end springs back.
2.3.8 Tool maintenance
Executing maintenance work is allowed for qualified personnel only.
Check tool regularly for broken or worn parts.
Do not operate a tool with broken or worn parts.
Use only genuine accessories and genuine parts.
Never modify any tool.
This will ensure that the safety of the tool is maintained.
2.3.9 Environment protection
Do not dispose of used tools and batteries in the household refuse, water or by burning them.
For disposal of the tools and batteries the local laws and prescriptions must be observed.

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2.4 General power tool safety warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
2.4.1 Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
2.4.2 Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce the risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
2.4.3 Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as
dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to
power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your
finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

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e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
2.4.4 Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
2.4.5 Battery tool use and care
a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one
type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs
may create a risk of injury and fire.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
2.4.6 Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

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3 Technical data
Description of the tool
The tool model P328S has been designed to strap packages with plastic strapping. The plastic strapping is
fed around the package manually or in combination with a strap feeder. The straps are inserted in the tool,
tensioned, sealed by friction welding and separated from the strap coil.
Tool size with battery
Weight
with battery N5.4349: 4.3 kg / 9.6 lbs
with battery N5.4353: 4.7 kg / 10.4 lbs
Noise information
The A-weighted emission sound pressure level at the work place of the machine operator is
typical 79 dB(A).
This value was determined according to EN ISO 11204.
Uncertainty K: 2.5 dB
Hearing protection is recommended.
Vibration information
The vibration total value typically amounts to less than 2.5 m/s².
This value was determined according to DIN EN 60745-1/2-18.
Uncertainty K: 1.5 m/s²
The vibration emission level and noise emission values given in this manual has been measured in
accordance with a standardized test and may be used to compare one tool with another.
It may be used for a preliminary assessment of vibration exposure.
Depending on the type of packaged goods and the way the tool is used, the actual values may differ from the
specified values.
An exact estimation of the level of exposure to vibration should also take into account the times when the tool
is switched off or when it is running but not actually doing the job. This may significantly reduce the exposure
level over the total working period. Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects
of vibration such as: maintain the tool, keep the hands warm, organization of work patterns.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at
his own expense.
Dimension with battery N5.4349 with battery N5.4353
Length 351 mm / 13.8" 367 mm / 14.4"
Width 134 mm / 5.3" 134 mm / 5.3"
Height 143 mm / 5.6" 160 mm / 6.3"

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Work menu / Operation mode
The strapping tool can be operated in the work menus CLASSIC or ADVANCED.
Both work menus each enable manual, semi-automatic, or automatic operation modes.
Strap tension
Strap tension*: Can be set from 250 - max. 2600 N / 56 - max. 585 lbs.
The adjustment is made in 5% increments.
Strap speed*: 49-174 mm/s / 1.9 - 6.8 inch/sec.
The strap speed depends on the strap tension. In the lowest tension this is 49 mm/s
(1.9 inch/sec), this increases up to 70% of the tension to 174 mm/s (6.8 inch/sec)
and then remains at this level up to the highest setting.
Strap material
Strap qualities: PET (Polyester) and PP (Polypropylene) plain or embossed.
The plastic strap must be according to DIN EN 13394.
Use only plastic straps recommended by your sales shop (name and address
on the rear of the operation manual).
Strap dimensions: 12.0 - 16.0 mm x 0.40 - 1.05 mm (see chart of types).
Use only plastic straps with the correct strap dimensions for your tool.
Seal
Type of seal: Friction weld sealing
Strength of seal*: approx. 75% of the tensile strength of the plastic strap.
* The value depends on the strap quality.
Working temperature
The ambient temperature should be between -15° and 45° C (5° and 113°F).
The best performance is achieved between 15° and 20°C (59° and 68°F).
Data transmission for tools with activated remote module
Signal reach up to approx. 30 m.
The mobile terminal equipment must have Bluetooth® 4.2 low-energy or higher.
Depending on the external requirements, including the receiver, this reach can vary strongly. Inside closed
rooms and behind metal barriers (such as walls, shelves, suitcases, etc.), the reception distance can be
considerably shorter.
Bluetooth® is a registered trade mark and property of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Operation
mode CLASSIC work menu ADVANCED work menu
Manual The tool user starts the tensioning and sealing
of the strap.
The tool user starts the tensioning and sealing
of the strap.
The strap speed is variable.
Semi-
automatic
The user presses the tension key until the set
tension is reached. The sealing starts
automatically when the set tension is reached.
The user presses the tension key until the set
tension is reached.
The strap speed is variable.
The sealing starts automatically when the set
tension is reached.
Automatic The user taps the tension key to start the
automatic tension and sealing procedures.
The user taps the tension key to start the
automatic tension and sealing procedures.

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4 Accessories
4.1 Battery
The battery is not automatically supplied with the tool. The battery has to
be ordered separately under the following item number.
* Only available in EU countries.
4.2 Battery - chargers
The charger must be ordered separately according to below shown table.
(..) = an adaptor N52.2102 is required.
Charging times
*Older models were not equipped for a capacity of 9 Ah. They have a time limitation of 90 minutes. This
means that if the battery is not completely loaded after 90 minutes, the charger will be set to malfunction, and
both LEDs will blink alternatively. To completely load the 9 Ah, disconnect the battery from the charger and
insert it again. This continues the charging.
4.3 FROMM Tool app for tools with activated remote module
With the FROMM tool app, the tool status can be displayed on a smart phone. This can also manage the strap
database and transmit any firmware updates to the tool.
The FROMM tool app can be downloaded from the App Store / Google Play Store.
4.4 Power Supply
The strapping tool can be operated directly from the mains with the optional power supply part no. N5.1471.
The power supply (220-240 V / 50-60 Hz) is only available for EU countries.
WARNING The use of unsuitable spare parts or accessories can cause damages and
personal injuries. Use only parts and accessories mentioned in the operation manual.
Item-No. Battery Voltage Capacity
N5.4349 Li-Ion 18 VDC 4.0 Ah
N5.4353* Li-Ion 18 VDC 9.0 Ah
Item-No. Voltage / frequency Admitted for country
N5.4443 220-240 V / 50-60 Hz A, B, BG, BIH, BOL, BR, BY, CH, CL, CZ, D, DK, DZ, E, EAS, EST,
ET, F, FIN, GE, GR, H, HK, HR, I, IL, IND, IR, IRQ, IS, JOR, KSA,
KWT, L, LAR, LT, LV, MA, MC, MK, MOC, N, NL, P, PK, PE, PL,
PRC, PY, RA, RCH, RI, RL, RO, ROK, ROU, RP, RUS, S, SK, SLO,
SYR, THA, TN, TR, UA, (UAE), YU, YV, (BRN), (BRU), (CY), (EAK),
(EAT), (GB), (IRL), (M), (MAL), (OM), (SGP), (Y), (Z), (ZA), (ZW)
N5.4468
(Quick
charger)
N5.4447 120 V / 50-60 Hz BR, C, CDN, CO, CR, DOM, EC, GCA, J, JA, KSA, LB, MEX, NIC,
PA, Puerto Rico, RC, RP, USA, YV
N5.4445 220-240 V / 50-60 Hz AUS, NZ
Item-No. Battery Capacity Standard charger Quick charger
N5.4349 Li-Ion 4,0 Ah approx. 80 min approx. 45 min
N5.4353 Li-Ion 9,0 Ah approx. 180 min* approx. 90 min

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4.5 Fan
In order to avoid overheating of the motor we recommend at environmental temperatures above 40°C / 104°F
using the optional fan P32.0228.
4.6 Suspension
When working stationary the P328S can be suspended at a spring loaded balancer by using a suspension
bracket. For working in normal position a stiff suspension bracket with screws and washers can be ordered
under item number P32.0231.
With the swivel mounted suspension bracket the package can be strapped in various working positions.
The complete suspension bracket can be ordered under item number P32.0223.
P32.0231
P32.8313
N1.2163
P32.0223
N1.5105
N2.5623 
P35.2073 
P32.8302
P35.2069 
N1.2163
Mobilux EP2
P32.8301 

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4.7 Wearing plate
As an option, the tool can be equipped with a wearing
plate to protect the base from excessive wear on
abrasive package surfaces.
The complete wearing plate can be ordered together
with the fastening screws under item number
P32.0224.
If the complete bottom side of the tool has to be
protected, the plate P32.0225 must be used.
4.8 Protection plate (plastic)
For using the P328S on packages with sensitive
surface there can a plastic protection plate be mounted
for protecting the package.
The complete protection plate can be ordered together
with the fastening screws under item
number P32.0240.
5 Operating elements
P32.0224
N1.2163
P32.8303
P32.8304
P32.0225
N1.2163
P32.0240 P32.8316
N1.2163
Touchscreen Unlatching push button
Handle lever

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6Akku
The batteries are supplied partially charged.
Before the first use, the battery must be completely charged.
Inserting the battery
• Insert the battery from top to bottom into the tool
until both unlatching push buttons are engaged.
- The touchscreen is activated, the tool is
operational.
Removing the empty battery
The battery charge is displayed in the touchscreen.
= Battery full
= Battery empty
If the symbol appears in the touchscreen, the
battery capacity is empty.
The battery must be recharged.
• Push the unlatching push buttons at both sides of
the battery.
• Pull the battery out of the tool.
Display of the battery charge status on
the battery
By pressing a button the status of the battery can be
shown in four steps.
If four lamps are lighting the battery is full.
If only one lamp is lighting shortly the battery has to
be charged.
WARNING The use of unsuitable batteries and chargers as well as the improper use of them
can cause fires, explosions, and serious injuries.
Only use the batteries and chargers indicated in this operating manual.
The separate operating manual for the battery and charger must be observed.
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7 Settings
The strapping tool is equipped with a touchscreen. Active areas on the touchscreen with a function are
described as “keys”. The keys start functions or open menus. The keys are activated by tapping or pressing.
Grey symbols are currently not active.
To prevent undesired changes to the settings, access to the adjustment menu can be blocked.
See 7.5 Activate/Deactivate the Key Block
7.1 Adjustment menu
• In the work menu, tap to open the adjustment menu.
When the key block is activated:
• Enter user PIN 37666 and confirm with .
- After 4 seconds without an entry, return to the work menu.
Shift key for work menu
The active work menu is highlighted optically.
• Tap to switch between the menus ADVANCED and CLASSIC.
Shift key for operation mode
The active operation mode is displayed in green.
• Tap to switch between the operation modes.
There are three possible operation modes:
MAN - Manual
SEMI - Semi-automatic
AUTO - Automatic
Home -Key
• Tap to change to the work menu.
Shift key for key block
The current status of the key block is displayed.
See 7.5 Activate/Deactivate the Key Block
Strap tension and welding time setting
The current set tension and welding time is displayed.
See 7.2 Set Strap Tension and Welding Time
Strap database key
The active dataset is displayed.
• Tap to open the strap database menu.
See 7.4 Strap Database
Service menu
• Tap to open the service menu.
Only for service access only with service PIN.
Info key
• Tap to open the information menu.
Information on the status of the tool is displayed.
If a warning appears when the adjustment menu is opened, instead of the information symbol, the
warning symbol is displayed.
• Tap to open the information menu.
See 7.6 Information Menu
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7.2 Set Strap Tension and Welding Time
• In the adjustment menu, tap to open the menu for the strap
tension and welding time setting.
•Orwhenthekey block is disabled in the work menu:
Tap the strap tension and welding time key to open the menu for the
strap tension and welding time setting
- After 4 seconds without an entry - save and return to the work menu.
Strap tension setting
This displays the tension in relation to the maximum tension in %.
• Tap the keys - / + to change the values in increments of 5%.
Welding time setting
This displays the welding time in relation to the maximum tension
welding time in %.
• Tap the keys - / + to change the values in increments of 5%.
Tension bar
See 7.3 Tension Bar
Welding time bar
The black line indicates the currently set welding time.
The new setting can be saved in the strap database as a user-defined
dataset.
See 7.4 Strap Database
7.3 Tension Bar
The black line indicates the set tension,
when this is reached, the tension procedure stops.
The segments indicate the current tension in increments of 5%.
Tension bar color definitions bar for straps with FROMM part numbers
Green - Ideal tension range, optimal energy efficiency with optimal residual tension.
Yellow - Higher tension, without increasing the residual tension.
Red - Tension exceeds the recommended tension range,
danger of injury from excessive tension force.
Tension bar color definitions bar for straps without part numbers
Yellow - The tension bar is yellow.
No data are saved for plastic straps without a FROMM part number.
Danger of injury from excessive tension force.
See 7.4 Strap Database
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7.4 Strap Database
To open the strap database, press the strap database key in the adjustment menu.
The strap database stores the data for various plastic straps.
The user can save user-defined data sets.
20 data sets are possible:
Data set 01: no strap assigned, T:50% (tension)/ W:50% (welding time) are defined.
Data sets 02-10: FROMM standard straps
Data sets 11-20: User-defined data sets
The data sets 01-10 cannot be overwritten or deleted.
The active data set is displayed on the strap database key.
When delivered, last data set used in the outgoing inspection is active.
The data set 01 (default) is displayed.
• Tap to open the strap database menu.
7.4.1 Select data set
Key settings
• Tap - return to the adjustment menu.
Shift key mm/inch
The active setting is displayed in green.
• Tap - change between metric and inch systems.
Save key / Delete key
The save key or delete key is only displayed when the corresponding function is active.
See 7.4.2 Save Data Set / 7.4.3 Delete Data Set
OK key
The OK key only appears when this function is active.
• Tap - activate the highlighted data set.
- After 2 seconds, return to the adjustment menu.
Selection key
• Tap - change to previous data set.
Selection key
• Tap - change to next data set.
The selection keys show:
Line 1: Data set no. / strap name
Line 2: (data set active) / T:35% (tension) / W:55% (welding time)
Line 3: Strap dimensions (width x thickness)
Line 4: FROMM part number
Lines 5-7: Preview of the next data set
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7.4.2 Save Data Set
If the tension setting or welding time for the active dataset is changed, the
strap database button under the database symbol will display a +character.
This setting can be saved as a user-defined data set under the data set
numbers 11-20.
• Tap the strap database to open the strap database menu.
• Select an empty or an existing data set.
• Tap the save key .
- The new setting is saved to the data set and the data set is activated.
- After 2 seconds, return to the adjustment menu.
With the OK key you can, without saving the changed setting, activate
the active dataset with the original setting or activate a different data set.
7.4.3 Delete Data Set
User-defined data sets can be deleted when they are not marked as an
active data set ().
• Tap the strap database to open the strap database menu.
• Select the data set to be deleted.
The delete key is only displayed for user-defined data sets.
• Tap the delete key .
- The highlighted data set is deleted.

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7.5 Activate/Deactivate the Key Block
The current status of the key block is displayed in the adjustment menu.
• In the adjustment menu, tap or .
- The control switches to the PIN request.
• Enter user PIN 37666 and confirm with .
The key block is activated or deactivated .
- After 4 seconds without an entry, return to the adjustment menu.
7.6 Information Menu
The Information menu shows information on the status of the tool and any
messages.
• If there are several messages - scroll with the arrow keys.
- Return to the work menu with the home key.
Display I01:
Line 1: Model description
Line 2: Part number
Line 3: Serial number
(the first two numbers of the serial number are the version number)
Line 4: Strap dimensions (width x thickness)
Line 5: Tension range
Line 6: Tension speed
Line 7: Number of strapping cycles (if activated).
7.7 Request Maintenance
If 75,000 strapping cycles is reached since the last maintenance, when the
battery is inserted, the warning symbol appears on the
touchscreen.
• Tap to open the information menu
Display I10:
<5000 strapping cycles left until maintenance.
If 80,000 cycles is exceeded since the initialization or the last maintenance,
the following is displayed:
Limit 80 000 / now: “Number of strapping cycles since the last maintenance.”
NOTICE Non-adherence to the maintenance intervals can lead to massive malfunctions and
damage to the tool. After 80,000 strapping cycles, the sleeve hub on the motor shaft must be
replaced.
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7.8 Update the firmware for tools with an active remote module
If a new firmware update is copied to the tool, when the battery is inserted,
the warning symbol appears on the touchscreen.
• Tap to open the update menu.
• Tap the OK key to start the update.
- After a successful update, the control returns to the work menu.
During the update, the battery may not be removed from the tool.
If the touchscreen shows the message “UPDATE FAILED”, the update was
not successful.
• Remove the battery and insert it again.
- The update starts automatically.
If the symbol appears on the touchscreen when the battery is
inserted, the battery must be charged.
7.9 Energy Saving Mode (Standby Operation)
After about 3 minutes without activity, the controller switches to the energy saving mode.
The touchscreen switches off.
• Press the lever.
- The tool is operational

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7.10 Work Menus and Operation Modes
7.10.1 CLASSIC Work Menu, MAN Operation Mode (Manual)
Tension Key
• Press the tension key until the desired tension is reached.
The tension can be interrupted by releasing the tension key and started
again.
Welding key
• Tap the welding key.
- The plastic material strap is welded and simultaneously removed
from the remaining strap material.
Welding time, cooling-down time
When the set welding time is finished, the cooling-down time starts.
The following appears:
- A yellow 6-step segment display shows the welding time in a clockwise
direction.
- A green 6-step segment display shows the cooling time counter-
clockwise.
- When the cooling time is finished, a flag appears and a tone indicate the
end of the cycle.
STRAP CONNECT- function:
Tap the welding key twice within 0.5 seconds to activate the welding
key. This starts welding without setting the tension first.
Strap tension and welding time setting
Shows the current set tension and welding time.
See 7.2 Set Strap Tension and Welding Time
If, when the battery is inserted, there is a warning, the caution symbol
will appear for 10 seconds on the key. Work can be continued.
Tap to open the Information menu - the warning is displayed.
See 7.6 Information Menu
Display of the battery charge / operation mode
The battery charge is shown in increments of 25% and the active operation mode is displayed.
Selection key
• Tap to open the adjustment menu.
See 7.1 Adjustment menu
7.10.2 CLASSIC Work Menu, SEMI Operation Mode (semi-automatic)
Tension Key
• Pres the tension button until the set tension is reached.
- Once the set tension is reached, the welding process starts
automatically.
The tension can be interrupted by releasing the tension key and started
again.
• When the welding starts, release the tension key.
- The plastic material strap is welded and simultaneously removed
from the remaining strap material.
Welding time, cooling-down time See 7.10.1
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