Fromm FS 401 Series User manual

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FROMM
SEMI – AUTOMATIC
Stretch Wrapping Machine
Serie FS 401
FS 401 Items No. 30.1820
301820.01EN / epennings © 10/03

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INDEX
Page
1 Machine make – up 4
2 General 5
3 Safety instructions and devices 6 – 8
4 Warnings 9
5 Identification Sticker 10
6 Technical Data 11 – 12
7 Explanation of pictograms 13
8 Main Components 14
9 Handeling & Transport 15 – 16
10 Installation 17 – 19
11 Control panel 20
12 Indications 21
13 Basic operating Instructions 22 – 25
14 Wrapping programs 27 – 29
15 Alarms & Errors 30 - 31
16 Insering the film 32
17 Maintenance Instructions 33 – 35
18 Maintenance scheme & Lubrificants 36
19 Spare parts 37-55
20 CE-Declaration of Conformity
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B Opgelet!
Leest U in elk geval de gebruiksaanwijzing, vooraleer de machine wordt opgesteld, geïnstalleerd en in
gebruik genomen wordt. Daardoor zorgt U voor Uw eigen veiligheid en vermijdt U schade aan Uw
machine.
D Achtung!
Lesen Sie unbedingt die Gebrauchsanweisung vor Aufstellung-Installation-Inbetriebnahme.
Dadurch schützen Sie sich und vermeiden Schäden an Ihrem Apparat.
D OBS!
De bør absolut læse bruganvisningen, inden maskinen opstilles, installeres og tages i brug.
Derved beskytter De Dem selv og undgår skader på maskinen.
E Atención!
Resulta imprescindible leer las Instrucciones de manejo antes de proceder al Emplazamiento/
Instalacion/Puesta en servicio del aparato, con objeto de protegerse a si mismo y evitar el deterioro de la
máquina debido a un manejo incorrecto.
F Attention!
Lisez impérativement le mode d'emploi avant l'installation/la mise en service.
Vous vous protègerez ainsi et éviterez des détériorations sur votre appareil.
GB Important!
Read the operating instructions carefully before installation and before using this machine for the first
time.
You will avoid the risk of causing harm to yourself or to your machine in this way.
GR Πρоσоχή!
Πρίν την εγκατάσταση, σύνδεοη καί αρχική λειτουργια της συσκευής διαβάστε
προσεκτικά τίς οδηγιες χρήσης.
‘Ετσι προστατεύετε τον εαυτό σας και αποφεύγετε πιθανές βλάβες συσκευή.
I Attenzione!
Leggere assolutamente le instruzione d'uso prima di procedere alla posizionatura – installazione - messa
in funzione. In questo modo ci si protegge e si evitano danni all'apparecchio.
N NB!
De må lese bruksanvisningen før oppstillning, installasjon og start av maskinen!
Gjør det for å unngå skade på Dem selv og maskinen.
NL Let op!
Lees beslist de gebruiksaanwijzing voor het plaatsen, installeren en in gebruik nemen van uw machine.
Dat is veiliger voor Uzelf en U voorkomt onnodige schade aan Uw machine.
P Atençāo!
Leia as instruçōes de utilizaçāo antes da montagem - instalaçāo e - primeira utilizaçāoā
Assim evita avarias no aparelho.
S OBS!
Läs bruksanvisningen noga före uppställning, installation och använding. Ni förebygger därmed olycks-
risker och undviker skador på maskinen.
FIN Huomio!
Tutustukaa huolellisesti käyttöohjeeseen ennen laitteen asennusta jä käyttöönottoa.
Näin vältytte mahdollisilta vahingoilta käyttäes-sänne konetta.
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MACHINE MAKE - UP
Serial number :
Delivery Date :
Options
16.8212 FS12 Ramp turntable 1650 mm length 1550 mm Height 71,5 mm
16.8226 FS26 Pit option, Frame to put the machine into the ground Ø 1650 mm
N5.2638 Photocell for black film
FS4.1237 Autotransformer 0-115-230-400
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GENERAL
•This manual is only intended for a semi-automatic pallet stretch wrapping machine, FS 401 turntable
series with motorised pre-stretch up to 400% and automatic load height detection, as delivered by
FROMM Stretch Wrapping Division.
FS 401 Pallet height 2600 mm
•FOR EVERYTHING IN THIS MANUAL IS VALID, IF APPLIED!
•This so-called turntable machine can be build into the floor.
A support frame for building the machine in the floor can be supplied as an option
•Pre- stretching (Stretching out) the film prior to application on the goods reduces the costs of
packaging and is easier on the environment. (Max 400% depending on quality stretch film)
•Refer to chapter 6 (Technical data), which describes the installation in detail and for the
complete size of the installation.
•Read carefully at least the chapters 9 and 10 relating to handling and installation of this wrapping
machine.
•For safety reasons the entire instruction manual should be read before setting in operation the
machine/installation, solving failures and executing maintenance.
•We particularly draw your attention to the chapters 3 (Safety Instructions) and 4 (Warnings) which
point out the intended use and unsafe situations that could not be prevented in the design and
manufacture of the wrapping machine.
•The duration of guarantee is provided the following are observed: the uses for which the machine
was designed, built and protected, in addition to recommendations, information - including matters of
general knowledge - details plus the safety and health technical limits notified to by the Manufacturer
to the User by virtue of the Operating, Use.
The same holds true if non-original spare parts are utilized.
•For all the aforementioned reasons, we recommend that our customers always notify the Service
Department.
SERVICE DEPARTMENT Please contact, in case of problems:
SPARE PARTS Spare parts can be ordered from:
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ATTENTION!
The following conditions have always to be satisfied, unless otherwise indicated in other
instructions in this manual.
•This wrapping machine has been delivered by FROMM Stretch Wrapping Division and may only be
applied for wrapping of pallets which meet the requirements as mentioned in the description of the
machine in chapter 6 (Technical data).
Any other use of the machine as for the described purpose may cause danger due to damage to
the machine and/or the safety of the operator or other persons in the neighbourhood of the
machine.
•Read this manual carefully before using the machine
•The machine is not fit with components that involve special decommissioning problems.
•Only personnel trained for the purpose may operate the machine
•Use the emergency stop to halt the machine immediately
•Only trained electricians may perform electrical work on the machine
•When installing the machine, as a precaution, always check that the controls and safety systems are
correctly mounted and operating efficiently. If any malfunctions are noted, immediately stop the
production cycle and ask the authorized technical service to intervene
•Examine the data-plates. lf they are in poor condition, replace them with utmost urgency, strictly and
directly contacting the authorized technical service or the Manufacturer
•The requirements, as mentioned in chapter 16 (Maintenance Instructions) should be satisfied
during adjustment and maintenance activities
•People should not step on to means of transport, unless indicated clearly otherwise
•People should not find themselves above the means of transport
•Do not place tools and components on the machine
•Safety devices should not be bridged and put out of operation
•The manufacturer will only make the machine ready for operation, when the electrical main
connection satisfies the standards applicable in the country of delivery
•The supplier will do the training of the operating personnel. If not, the training will have to be done
properly by the company that takes care of the installation
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•The machines are designed and implemented conforming to the safety laws in force.
Consequently, no intrinsic fire risks are envisaged when the machine is used normally
•As such, the equipment provided against the possibility of fire outbreaks inside the company are
sufficient for any problems caused by the material used for the process
•In the event a fire breaks out and fire extinguishers are used, it is recommended that extinguishers
filled only with CO2 be used, so as not to damage both the equipment on the machine and the
wiring system
•In the event of flooding, it is compulsory that all the power supplies be disconnected before
entering the room in which the machine is installed
•In the event the wrapping machine was subjected to a flooding, contact the Customer technical
service of MANUFACTURER
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SAFETY DEVICES
We urge on you again that all safety devices are installed for the safety of the operator etc. and
should not be bridged and put out of operation.
Refer to the drawing below for the applied references.
Survey control panel
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A = Acoustic
signal
B = Emergency
stop
C = Main switch
D=crush-proof
guard
E=crush-proof roll
guard
C = Lockable main
switch
The main supply
(1x230V) is switched
on and off with the
main switch. The
supply voltage for the
control part (24VAC) is
thus equally switched
on and off.

D = crush-proof guard
This is a mobile crush-proof guard,
interlocked by means of a micro switch. Any
time underlying foreign matter comes into
contact with the guard, it inverts the film
carriage's motion for approximately 3
seconds and causes the turntable to stop in
phase

E = crush-proof roll guard
This is a mobile crush-proof guard,
interlocked by means of a micro switch. Any
time foreign matter comes into contact with
the guard, it will cause the error
E8:SWITCH FILM ROLLES, and the
motors will stop. After the cause is reset, it’s
necessary to press the reset button to reset
the normal machines operations thus the
control voltage is activated again
B
C
A
D
E
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WARNINGS
•The mean weighed noise level of the machine is less than 80 dBa. It is possible that, depending on
the applied film, during wrapping of the pallets incidentally a noise level with a maximum of 80 dBa
will be measured. Carrying of noise protecting devices is advised.
•One has to reckon with the possibility that the film (roll) contains an electrostatic charge.
•Utmost caution has to be taken with respect to the complete electrical installation. ONLY trained
persons may carry out activities to it, after having taken the required safety measures as mentioned
in chapter 3 (Safety Instructions).
•One has to reckon with the European safety requirements and standards if the machine has to be
adapted and thus safety measures or protection covers also have to be adapted.
•Touching the electrical equipment will hazard your personal safety.
•Persons who carry out changes in or adaptations (function, operation or principles) to the machine
are fully responsible for those changes and/or adaptations.
•All relevant safety measures should be taken when carrying out any activity on the machine,
especially during maintenance activities and solving failures.
Take care that the main switch is switched off (position "0") and locked in order to prevent other
persons in putting in action the machine during your activities.
All the normally valid safety measures or customs with respect to safety should also be taken during
those activities.
•Playing with or around the machine may cause dangerous situations with a machine in operation.
This playing is never allowed!
•All other prescriptions and laws with respect to working conditions and safety on the working spot
should be observed with this machine.
•An acoustic signal device has been installed in the control cabinet, which will be activated first during
3 seconds as a warning every time before the machine is starting.
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EXPLANATION IDENTIFICATION STICKER
An identification sticker with the following information has been mounted at the backside of the control
cabinet. As second identification sticker is mounted inside the electrical compartment.30.1820
Name of the manufacturer : FROMM Italiana Division.
Type : Machine type FS401
Serial nr. : Production number of manufacturer.
Voltage : Supply voltage
Frequency : Nominal frequency
Power : Used power
Fuse : 10 Amp
Year of manufacture : Year in which the machine has been built by manufacturer.
Besides, the CE-mark has been placed on the identification plate:
CE-mark : machine fulfils the applied requirements as mentioned in the CE-machine directives
98/37/EEC Machines
89/336/EEC
92/31/EEC Electro magnetic compatibility
73/23/EEC
93/68/EEC Low voltage
•It is strictly prohibited to remove the identification sticker or to replace it with any other similar one of
any type.
•Should the CE mark sticker be damaged for any reason, please notify the MANUFACTURER
immediately.
Chapter 21 : CE-Declaration of Conformity
Made in EU
Viale del Lavoro, 21
37013 Caprino V.se
Verona - Italy
FROMM Italiana s.r.l.
Machine type
Machine type
Serial nr.
Voltage / frequency
Name of the manufacturer
Power / Fuse
Year
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TECHNICAL DATA
Machine - Maximum speed turntable 15 r.p.m.
- Capacity max. 20 pallets/hr.
- Operational hours 8 hrs/day, 5 days/week
- Sealing height FS 401 minimum of 2550 mm / 100”
Weight - Total weight FS 401 Ø 1650 mm approx. 560 kg
Conditions - Environmental temperature + 5 to +30oC
- Environment clean, dry and non-aggressive
Electrical - Power supply 1 x 230 V 50/60 Hz
- Control voltage 24 VAC
- Motor turntable 0.75 kW
- Motor film carriage 0.37 kW
- Motors Pre Stretch 0.37 kW
- Installed power 1,5 kW
- Protection class IP 43
Pallet goods - Pallet dimensions (Length x width) 1550 x 1550 x 140
61” x 61” x 5,5”
- Height with load FS 401 (pallet included) min. 500 mm / max. 2550 mm
min. 19,7” / max. 100,4”
- Dimensions of load outside pallet max. 20 mm / 0,8” per side
- Top of load flat
- Maximal weight 2000 kg
Stretch film - LLDPE Material Max 35 µ / 0,000138”
- Spool core diameter 76 mm / 3”
- Outer diameter of spool Max. 300 mm / 11,20”
- Film width 500 mm / 19,70”
Colours - Bottom unit, mast : Blue, RAL 5010
- Turntable disk, cover film carriage : Yellow, RAL 1021
- Chassis film carriage : Blue, RAL 5010
- Safety plate under film carriage : Yellow, RAL 1021
- Control cabinet : Yellow, RAL 1021
•Should the need arise to work with products having a different nature than the above mentioned
ones, it is essential that you contact the technical service of MANUFACTURER in order to receive
written authorization.
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DIMENSIONS FS 401
Refer to the LAYOUT on this page for the dimensions.
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EXPLANATION OF PICTOGRAMS
ATTENTION!!
FOR EVERYTHING IS VALID, IF APPLIED!
WARNINGS
Figure 1
Figure 1:
DANGER
High voltage present.
Figure 2
Figure 2:
Danger Sign
Figure 3
Figure 3:
Risk of crushing one’s hands
COMMAND PLATES
Figure 4
Figure 4:
It is prohibited to pass by within the lifting
equipment’s ray of action
CE-MARK
Figure 5
Figure 5:
Machine fulfils the applied requirements
as mentioned in the CE-machine directives.
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MAIN COMPONENTS
The installation as delivered consists of the following parts:
1- Mast
2- Control cabinet with control panel
3- Film carriage
4- Turntable
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2
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HANDLING & TRANSPORT
ATTENTION!
All mentioned activities may only be executed under supervision of qualified personnel from the
manufacturer or his representatives!
Pay attention that proper hoisting and lifting tools are used for handling of the machine.
The machine is supplied in a wooden crate insulated by plastic air bubble film.
It is advisable that two another operators be in attendance on the ground when the machine is moved
by means of the mechanical equipment driven by the operator in charge since the size of the machine
may prevent a clear view during the various phases of the handling operations.
Depending on weight, dimensions, location of machine on the vehicle, available installation space
lifting methods and points suitable for the operations described below must be used, fully observing
the current safety and health laws and the Manufacturer's recommendations.
Lifting and handling of packing in a wooden crate by crane
- use a crane and sling of sufficient strength
- bring the vehicle near to the lifting pallet
- pass the sling (and/or ropes - chains) around the case in the positions indicated by the external
markings (1);
First check that the case - sling/hook (2) are well secured, then carefully lift the case and place it in the
designated area, moving it gently.
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Lifting and handling of packing in a wooden crate by fork-lift truck
Lifting and transport must be affected by a fork-lift truck suitable to bear the weight of the machine, its
accessories and packing.
Always check in advance that sufficient space is available for the operations.
- slide the forks (1) of the truck under the casels support base, in line with the indicator-marks printed
(2).
- lift the load after ensuring it is stable, and transport it to the area in which packing is to be removed,
avoiding jerks and dangerous cambers.
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2
Following measures have to be taken for transport and storage of the machine:
-One has to take care for a suitable storage environment respectively packaging during long-term
storage.
Drag bands etc., if used, in order to attach several parts may never be tightened over vulnerable parts,
such as control panel, ventilation grills, etc.).
Handling the unpacked machine
Should any machine components be shipped together with the machine, handle them adopting all
safety precautions
insert the forks of the suitable lifting
equipment within the specific guides (1)
Machine storage
The machine and any components packed together with it are protected by a plastic covering that
does not guarantee long storage times.
The machine must never be stacked nor is it capable of supporting external loads.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
ATTENTION!
All mentioned activities may only be executed under supervision of qualified personnel from the
manufacturer or his representatives!
Refer to layout in chapter 3 (Safety devices) for mentioned position numbers.
General guideline
Always check in advance that the minimum conditions for machine placing and operation are
observed, in particular: ambient conditions (suitable floor), temperature, humidity, lighting and
suitability of the designated area.
Installation in rooms subject to the risks of flooding, explosion and fire is strictly forbidden.
The area necessary for installation of the wrapping machine is the area according to the dimensions on
the layout plus enough space for installing and working on the machine.
Installation must be executed by qualified personnel, directly coordinated by the authorized Technical
Service, fully observing the instructions that follow, in addition to current safety and health laws.
As a precaution, always check for any damage caused during transport and handling work.
If necessary, contact the Manufacturer directly.
Temperature
For safety make sure the machine is operating at ambient temperature in the range +10°C to +30°C.
lf other values are measured; contact the Authorized Technical Service with utmost urgency.
Work areas
It’s strictly forbidden to locate and/or use the machine if the ambient conditions are liable to cause
risks of explosion or inflammability.
Ensure that the following are not present: dust concentration, gas, dangerous fumes and particles,
electrostatic fields, excessive electro-magnetic flow, or anything else that might be harmful to persons
so exposed or to the efficient running of the machine.
In any event, observe the current safety and health laws.
The machine should be placed on a flat, rigid, vibration-free concrete floor
Never access the high parts of the machine improperly.
Energy sources
The client must provide a cable suited for the required supply voltage up to the control cabinet, of which
the diameter of the conductors can manage the total of the required power as mentioned in chapter 6
(Technical Data).
The wrapping machine should preferably be connected to the customer's supply voltage wall socket with
a connecting cable with a standard 230 Volt CEE-plug, being fused with a 16A-fuse (slow).
A main switch preceding the plug has to be provided by the customer, if necessary.
The mains supply must satisfy the applicable standards, such as permitted voltage fluctuations, ripple-
generation, reduction of high harmonics, etc.
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ATTENTION!
All mentioned activities may only be executed under supervision of qualified personnel from the
manufacturer or his representatives!
FOR EVERYTHING IS VALID: IF APPLIED!
Due to shipping requirements, the shaft is usually shipped horizontally and bears on a support
that has been specifically set up for it. Consequently the shaft must be re-positioned when the
machine is installed.
- upon having located the machine, lift the shaft (figure 1) by turning it around the fulcrum shaft that
has been specifically setup and then locate the shaft upright as compared to the turntable
- secure the shaft vertically to the relative plate with the four screws (3) (Figure 2)
-tighten the four stabilizing screws (3) (Figure 2)
Figure 1
Erect the mast using an overhead gantry
or a truck.
Screw an M12 eyebolts on top of the mast,
where is located the M12 hole treaded.
Attach a strong hoisting
Strap (1) to the gantry and lift it slightly so
that mast just leaves its support on the
turntable.
Figure 2
Tighten the four screws (3)
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ATTENTION!
After the fist installation
Follow procedure below before starting the machine
-Control if the emergency button is free
-Turn on the machine
-Wait 5 seconds and than make the first rotation in manual mode
-If the turntable rotates, follow procedure below
After installation or maintenance of the machine follow procedure below to check the efficiency of the
safety devices, such as:
9Interlocking of the crush-proof interlocked operator guard
9Emergency button
Check for the efficiency of the mobile interlocked crush-proof guard of the carriage
- start the machine
- trigger the interlocked operator guard
Check that the carriage inverts its running direction for approximately 3 seconds and that the
turntable starts slowing down and stops within a few seconds
Check for the efficiency of the mushroom-head button (Emergency stop)
- start the machine
- press the emergency mushroom-head button
Check that the machine stops within a few fractions of a second
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CONTROL PANEL
Figure 1: Console FS 401
A = Emergency stop
B = Reset button
Function
• Press «+» or «–» for changing the parameters
• The function setting is stored immediately for all
programs. You can insert different settings to different
programs.
• You may change all parameters even while the machine
is operating.
Errors
E1:INVERTER ERROR
E2:FILM FINISHED OR BROKEN
E3:EMERGENCY SWITCH
E4:DOOR OPEN
E5:CLAMP PROTECTION
E6:TABLE INVERTER ERROR
E7:NO PALLET DETECTED
E8:SWITCH FILM ROLLES
E9:TABLE SAFETY DEVICE
ALARM RESET
Clear the fault, push RESET button if necessary restarting
the cycle
Main operating mode selection automatic mode (the led on, indicated the selected function)
Auto/manual mode
Single wrapping
wrapping, ascent only
Double wrapping
wrapping ascent / descent
Single wrapping +
TS
wrapping, ascent with
cover sheet
positioned
Double wrapping + TS
ascent/descend with cover
sheet
Single wrapping at
pre set height
Wrapping, ascent at
set height
Double wrapping at pre
set height
wrapping,ascent/descend
at set height
For all programs
Extra bottom wraps at pre
set height. In combination
with start button
A
B
CONTROL PANEL