ID Technology 250 User manual

250 Print and Apply
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The 250 Label Applicator
Table Of Contents
Page
Serial Numbers page
The Manual
The Applicator
Section One
General Specifications
General Specifications…………………………………………………………………. 1-1
Packaging your RA……………………………………………………………………... 1-5
Section Two
Component Location and Identification
Front View……………………………………………………………………………….. 2-1
Rear View……………………………………………………………………………….. 2-1
Tamp Module…………………………………………………………………………… 2-4
Pneumatics……………………………………………………………………………… 2-5
Unwind Assembly………………………………………………………………………. 2-6
Rewind Module…………………………………………………………………………. 2-7
Electronics Module……………………………………………………………………… 2-8
Air-Assist Tube Module…………………………………………………………….…. 2-9
Low Label Sensor Assembly…………………………………………………………... 2-9
Tamp-Jet Pneumatic Assembly……………………………………………………….. 2-10
T-base Stand Assembly...……………………………………………………………… 2-11
Section Three
Installation
Unpacking and Setting Up the Machine……………………………………………… 3-1
Electronics Module……………………………………………………………………… 3-3
Low Label Sensor………………………………………………………………………. 3-4
Optional Flashing Beacon……………………………………………………………… 3-5
Label Threading (SATO)………………………………………………………………. 3-6
Label Threading (ZEBRA)…………………………………………………………….. 3-8
Ribbon Threading (ZEBRA) Print Engine …………………………………………... 3-12

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Applicator Installation Check List.…………………………………………………….. 3-14
Print Engine Set Up (Operator Notes).……………………………………………….. 3-15
Applicator Set Up Check List.……………………………………………………….… 3-16
Final System Check.……………………………………………………………………. 3-17
Tools Required.…………………………………………………………………………. 3-18
Section 3A Installation of Tamp-Jet Module……………………………………..
Section 3B Installation of System Status Module……………………………… 3A-1
3B-1
Section Four
Operational Components
Tamp Application……………………………………………………………………….. 4-1
Pneumatics Gauges……………………………………………………………………. 4-5
Changing Tamp Pads…………………………………………………………………... 4-6
Section Five
Operating Procedures
Print Engines…………………………………………………………………………….. 5-1
Using The Menus……………………………………………………………………….. 5-2
Menu Tree……………………………………………………………………………….. 5-3
Print Sequence………………………………………………………………………….. 5-6
Apply Mode……………………………………………………………………………… 5-10
Outputs…………………………………………………………………………………… 5-12
Save Set Up……………………………………………………………………………... 5-14
Recall Set Up…………………………………………………………………………… 5-14
Dwells And Delays……………………………………………………………………… 5-14
Status Menu……………………………………………………………………………... 5-16
Vacuum Mode…………………………………………………………………………… 5-16
Password Entry / Security……………………………………………………………… 5-17
Section Six
Maintenance and Trouble Shooting
Dimensions of Applicator………………………………………………………………. 6-1
Electrical connections and connector pinouts…………...…………………………... 6-3
Electronic Module Board Layout………………………………………………………. 6-4
Troubleshooting Guide. ………….…………………………………………………….. 6-9
Timing Cycles……………………………………….………………………………… 6-16
Appendix One
250 Bill of Materials and Parts Drawings
Appendix Two
Correctly Setting Tamp Pad to Peel Edge

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Your Machine
This Information is used to assist you when you call customer
service. Please fill out and retain with your manual.
COMPANY NAME
INSTALLATION DATE
INSTALLED BY
CUSTOMER ORDER NO.
MACHINE ORDER NO.
APPLICATOR SERIAL NO.
ELECTRICRONICS
MODULE SERIAL
NUMBER
REWIND MOTOR SERIAL
NO.
PRINT ENGINE SERIAL
NO.
DATA INPUT DEVICE
TYPE
SERIAL NO.
ELECTRIC
VOLTS / AMPS
AIR REQUIREMENTS
OPTIONS
INSTALLED

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Locations of the Serial number and Model number labels: The serial number for the
applicator is stamped into the faceplate on the upper edge right near the unwind block.
The rewind motor is located under the back cover and the serial number label is on the
side of the motors enclosure. The electronics
module label is located on the bottom panel,
centered and close to the outside edge (the print
engine may need to be removed to read this label).
The machine shown above is mounted with the
Sato print engine. The picture to the right shows
the location of the Model Number / Serial Number
label on the Zebra PAX engines.

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The 250 Printer Applicator
mounted on the optional
T-Base stand.

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Enter the setting you use on your machines as a quick reference in set-up or recall
Settings Set-up 1 Set-up 2 Set-up 3 Set-up 4 Set-up 5 Set-up 6
Product or Name _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____
Print Sequence
Normal
Reverse
Data Driven
Apply Mode
Tamp
Tamp-Jet
Air-Jet
Rev.Tamp-Jet
Outputs
Output 1
Output 2
Output 3
Output 4
Save Set-up
1
2
3
Factory
Recall Set-up
1
2
3
Factory
Dwells / Delays
DelayApply
Dwell Blast
Delay Air Assist
Dwell Tamp
Other Parameters
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
***Enter the
numerical data for the
dwells and delays

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Settings Set-up 7 Set-up 8 Set-up 9 Set-up 10 Set-up
11 Set-up 12
Product or Name _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____
Print Sequence
Normal
Reverse
Data Driven
Apply Mode
Tamp
Tamp-jet
Air-jet
Rev.Tamp-jet
Outputs
Output 1
Output 2
Output 3
Output 4
Save Set-up
1
2
3
Factory
Recall Set-up
1
2
3
Factory
Dwells / Delays
DelayApply
Dwell Blast
Delay Air Assist
Dwell Tamp
Other Parameters
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
***Enter the
numerical data for the
dwells and delays

ID TECHNOLOGY 250 LABEL PRINTER APPLICATOR
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
Customer:
Site:
Address:
Address:
City: State: Zip:
SERIAL NUMBERS
Applicator: Electronics:
Print Engine: Other:
Location of equipment:
Line Speed: Product Height:
Product handling acceptable? YES NO
Spare Parts? YES NO ON ORDER
Operator/Technical Manual on labeler? YES NO ON ORDER
Operator Manual on print engine? YES NO ON ORDER
Technical Manual on print engine? YES NO ON ORDER
Label Size: Ribbon:
Roll Size: Memory:
Smart Tamp: YES NO Beacon: YES NO
Voltage: UPS: YES NO
Air Pressure: Vacuum correct? YES NO
Air Assist correct? YES NO Tamp Stroke:
Product Detector type:
Is bar code being scanned for readability? YES NO
ELECTRONIC MODULE
Delay Apply Apply Mode
Dwell Blast Print Sequence
Delay Air Assist Output 1
Delay Label Feed Output 2
Tamp Dwell Output 3
Air save mode Output 4

PRINT ENGINE SET UP (SATO)
Print Darkness: Print Speed:
Pitch Direction: Pitch Offset:
Zero Slash: Auto Online:
Vertical Offset: Horizontal Direction:
Horizontal Offset: Gap (label):
Gap (liner): Input:
DSW1 LAY OUT DSW2 LAY OUT DSW3 LAY OUT
On On On
Off Off Off
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
PRINT ENGINE SET UP (ZEBRA)
Print Mode Host Port
Media Type Baud
Sensor Type Data Bits
Print Method Parity
Print Width Stop Bit
Label Length Host Handshake
Max Length Network ID
Ribbon Tension Communications
Media Power Up Control Prefix
Head Close Format Prefix
Back Feed Delimiter Char
Head Test Count ZPL Mode
Head Resistor Label Top
Web Sensor Left Position
Media Sensor Verifier Port
Ribbon Sensor Applicator Port
LCD Adjust Resolution
Firmware Configuration
Memory B: Memory
TEST PRINT ENGINE
(Sato) Print a test label using the User Test Print mode.
(Zebra) Print a test label using the PAUSE Key Self Test.
Is printhead balanced? YES NO
Are there any printhead elements out? YES NO
Check for ribbon wrinkle? YES NO
(Sato) Print a test label for printer configuration using the Factory Mode test print.
(Zebra) Print a test label for printer configuration using the CANCEL Key Self Test.
Is the label attached to back of this page? YES NO
Send label format to printer.
APPLICATOR SET UP
Has label/web path been adjusted? YES NO
Has vacuum system been adjusted? YES NO
Has tamp pad height been adjusted for proper label feed? YES NO
Check to make sure that the tamp assemblies are not binding YES NO
Verify tamp assembly fasteners are tight and apply Loctite. YES NO
Applicator height sufficient to allow all products to pass underneath? YES NO

Is tamp pad contacting product evenly? YES NO
Has smart tamp been adjusted? YES NO
Is product detector correctly positioned & working? YES NO
Has product delay been adjusted for all sizes of product? YES NO
Are leveling feet being used? YES NO
Is Beacon/Audible Alarm working (check all conditions)? YES NO
Has low label sensor been adjusted? YES NO
FINAL SYSTEM CHECK
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Verify all bolts on the mounting stand are tight.
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Column should be secured in the column mount and unable to rotate.
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Secure raising mechanism in place once applicator is at the correct height.
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Leveling feet should be secured to the correct height and then locked in place.
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Check all connectors and cabling.
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Secure loose wires.
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Test run line.
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Is product spacing adequate? YES NO
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Does the product have any variation in shape or size? YES NO
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What is the max product per minute that we can now run?
Service Technician Date
Regional Office
Phone Fax

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The Manual
This Manual is constructed following the guidelines set forth in Packaging Machinery
Manufacturers Institute (PMMI):
Handbook for Writing Operation and Maintenance Manuals, Second Edition
Technical Documentation Content and Style Guide
This Manual covers the operation and repair of the label applicator and does not cover
the label printer (print engine). Please refer to the print engine manual for instruction on
operation and repair.
Please direct any concerns, requirements, or requests for additional information to:
Bruce Richards
Technical Sales Coordinator
ID Technology
T: [phone]
F: [phone]
Email: [email protected]

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Symbols used in this Manual
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
General Danger
Used when the life or health of the
operator is in danger or considerable
damage to property can occur
DANGER Electricity - Danger
ATTENTION
Used when a task is mandatory
for safe and disturbance free
operation
INFORMATION
COMMENT
Used when additional information
is needed or an item needs
special attention
WARNING Do not touch, keep hands and limbs
clear of machinery
Warning: Do not operate this machine
without guards in place
Warning: Machine or device
automatically starts.

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The 250 Label Printer Applicator
We appreciate your purchase of the ID Technology Model 250 Label Printer Applicator.
This applicator will meet or exceed your requirements for applying labels to your product.
The 250 can be used as a stand-alone printer applicator or it can be integrated into other
systems to be used in conjunction with product handling systems of all types.
The modular design of the 250 allows for less down time due to parts replacement and/or
troubleshooting. The applicator is divided into distinct modules organized by function.
Most of these modules can be replaced as an entire unit with no more than four bolts.
The end result is more time on-line, keeping production going, maintenance costs kept
down, spare parts requirements to a minimal.
The Model 250 Printer Applicator can be used with either the SATO or Zebra line of OEM
engines and can be configured as a tamp on, blow on, wipe on, swing arm, tamp-jet,
swing out, etc. (configured at the factory prior to shipping)
Please contact your local representative for assistance with other opportunities to
increase you production by automating your label, coding or marking requirements.

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Section One
General Specifications
1.1 Standard Features:
♦ Choice of printer units to suit every application. The 250 Applicator will
accommodate standard Sato, Zebra & Datamax print engines without
modification.
♦ Microprocessor-driven on a single board
♦ 4” Tamp stroke standard, capable of conversion to various stroke
lengths from 2’ to 12”
♦ 8” diameter maximum rewind roll capacity (approximately 1500’ of
standard 40# liner)
♦ Regulators and air gauges controlling Tamp, Air Assist and Vacuum
Pressures
♦ Right and Left Hand options
1.2 Overall Dimensions
Figure 2-1 Dimensions Front View Figure 2-2 Dimensions Side View

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1.3 Weight
75 lbs.
1.4 Electrical
110 to240 VAC, 50-60 Hz input power
5 Vdc for control level, 24Vdc for power
functions(i.e.; solenoids, externals lamps)
1.5 Air Requirements
Clean dry air at 80 psi minimum to 120 psi
dependent upon the application method and
rate. (approximately 6.1 bar)
• The supply pressure must always be
greater than the highest pressure being
used on the applicator
• The applicator has a filter drain on the plant infeed supply. To ensure
reduced maintenance time, a pre filter upstream is recommended.
1.6 Product Sensing
Product Detectors sense the product and send a
signal to the applicator to commence the labeling
cycle. The detector is generally mounted in the
desired location on the conveyor to trigger the
applicator. To assist in the detection and labeling process, delays can be
introduced in fine tuning label placement
1.7 Label Roll Size
12.5” (OD) X 3” (ID)
1.8 Label Style
Die cut, waste removed, outside wound, with 1/8” minimum gap in the
running direction.
1.9 Standard Label Size
6.6” X 7.2” Maximum
1” X 2.5” Minimum
1.10 Environmental Requirements
Operating;
Room Temperature Range:
Humidity (non-condensing):

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Sato
Zebra
Storage;
Room Temperature Range:
Humidity (non-condensing):
1.11 Available Upgrades
Tamp-Jet
Reverse Tamp-Jet
Support Stand
Status Beacon (3 Stage)
System Status Output
Low Label Alarm
16 ½” Unpowered Unwind
1.12 Printers
Choice of printer units to
suit every application. The
250 Applicator will
accommodate standard
Sato, Zebra & Datamax
print engines without
modification.
1.13 The T-base Support Stand
The stand is used for mounting the machine and making it
portable. There are several accessories that can be added
to assist in the different applications. Some environments
do not allow the stand to roll up underneath the conveyor or
product handling system. In that case you may want to use
a precision slide base. In other cases you might have to
reach over a belt to reach a certain part on a product. In that
case a yardarm can be used. The following is a list and
description of the standard accessories that can be ordered
with the stand.
T-base (Support Stand)

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Precision Slide Base: Allows for precise placement of machine
after stand has been locked into location. By rotating the
handle on the lead screw, the applicator and upright mount
slide forward or backwards in smaller increments.
Yard Arm: Comes in a standard length of 36”. The mounting
plate of the yardarm is bolted to the raising mechanism of the
upright mounting column of the stand. The U-arm is bolted to the vertical mounting bolt.
This allows the machine to be suspended over a
production line and/or around an obstruction.
(A precision slide base would be needed to make any
minor adjustments in the horizontal plane.)
The Traversing Yard arm: Comes in a standard length
of 36”. The mounting plate of the yardarm is bolted to
the raising mechanism of the upright mounting column
of the stand. The U-arm is bolted to the vertical
mounting bolt. This allows the machine to be
suspended over a production line and/or around an obstruction.
The traversing yardarm comes with a crank handle that allows the operator to position
the applicator over a production line in any required or desired position. As the crank
handle is rotated, the applicator will adjust in or out on the horizontal plane, relative to the
position of the T-base stand.
If height is a requirement, two optional stands are offered to solve
the different needs.
12” Height Adapter: Increases the overall height of the unit by 12”.
This allows for labeling on production lines that may be set at a
height higher than the normal working level height. More than likely
this is a line that operators are not stationed at to perform a
function. Another reason for the necessity of the height adapter is a production line where
the product is tall and a top apply or high side label is needed.
And…
10” Swivel Adapter: This adapter is very useful when the operator can not feasibly get to
the front of the applicator to make adjustments, printer changes, tamp pad change over
or reload labels. The swivel adapter, along with adding ten inches to the overall height,
allows the operator to loosen the locking bolt and swing the applicator around, away from
the production line. This option makes label loading or other changes easier for the
operators and in many cases safer. (moving production lines)

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Packaging your RA
If for some reason you need to return your equipment to the factory.
Original Container or equivalent is required to provide at least the same amount of
protection that was given when the item was shipped to you from our facilities.
All items need proper protection during the shipping from point to point. The biggest
cause of damage during shipping is loose items shifting and colliding with each other or
the sides of the container. A properly packaged item should be able to withstand the
impact of a fall from approximately five feet.
Do not mix lightweight items or fragile items with heavy or bulky items in the same carton.
(Styrofoam peanuts do not afford protection for heavy items. Peanuts have a tendency to
shift during transit. Heavy items migrate to the bottom or one side of container leaving no
protection for the item.)
Items should be wrapped prior to packaging.
Items should be protected by at least 3”s on all sides and fix immobile.
All electronic boards should be protected from static by being wrapped in anti-static
material.
All packages we receive should be free of loose bolts, nuts, screws, or anything that can
knock about and cause damage to your item.
The floor stand should be disassembled as much as possible into major components and
wrapped in bubble wrap or comparable protective wrapping. (card board is an abrasive
material and will actually rub the finish off, avoid the use of cardboard as a wrapping)
Software can be packed in a protective envelope and secured away from items that may
cause the disks to be crushed.
The flashing beacon should be clean and wrapped in at least two inches of bubble wrap
or comparable protective padding. One layer of padding should line the bottom of the
carton. A layer around the entire contents and one layer on the top will ensure extra
protection.
Outer container should be identified with the RA number and customer name.
Items not properly packaged and damaged during shipment become the responsibility of
the sender.

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Section Two
Component Location and Identification
2.1 Identification of the 250 components
Table 2-1 250 Label Applicator Parts Identification Front and Back View
Reference
Number Part Name or Function
1 Low Label Sensor
2 U-arm
3 Electrical Module
4 Pneumatics Module
5 Area of Printer Placement
6 Tamp Cylinder Mounting Bolts
7 Air Connection for Tamp Vacuum
8 Tamp Vacuum Chamber
9 Tamp Pad
10 Air Assist Mounting
11 Low Label Sensor Wand
12 12.5” Unwind Flange
13 Brake Band Mounting
14 Unwind Mounting Block
15 U-arm Mounting Block
16 Dancer Arm
17 Rewind Flange
18 Rewind Motor
19 Label Web Path
20 U-arm Mounting Bolts
21 Idler Roller
22 Printer Mounting Holes
23 U-arm Mounting Hole, to mount U-arm to Raising Mechanism
24 LCD screen for Applicator Functions and Operations
25 Selection Buttons for Applicator Operations and Functions
26 Gauges (3) for Visual View of Air Pressures in System
27 Face Plate
28 Air Cylinder, Tamp Module
29 Air Cylinder Tamp Module Mounting Block
30 Tamp Pad Mounting Plate