Insta Graphic Systems 158 Installation guide

MNL90158 Rev. G 07.01.16
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
MODEL 158

Safety Summary
WARNING
In case of power cord damage,
do not attempt to repair or
replace the power cord. Contact
the manufacturer or the local
distributor.
WARNING
Hot Surface. Avoid contact.
CAUTION
During normal operation, the
base of the machine needs to be
installed or placed above the wall
socket.
CAUTION
The machine is to be operated by
one person only.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electric
shock and injury to persons,
disconnect from power supply
before servicing and /or cleaning.
International Symbols
Power Off
Power On
Hot Surface
Risk of Electrical Shock
Protective Earth Terminal
Ground
Caution - Warning
1

Congratulations!
Your selection of the Insta Graphic Systems heat
seal machine is a sound business decision. Insta
equipment is the result of the highest quality
engineering and time-tested design. Your new
machine combined with Insta's reputation of
innovation in the heat-sealing field, insures the
continuing capability of delivering the best-decorated
substrates possible.
This manual describes installation, operation, and
maintenance procedures for your new model 158
machine, as well as easy to use instructions for on-
the-spot maintenance.
Your model 158 machine will have a long, trouble
free life. Read this manual. Keep it with your
machine; it's your key to proper operation and lasting
service.
Limited Machine Warranty
Insta Graphic Systems warrants this heat seal
machine, when operated under normal conditions, to
be free from manufacturing defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one year on parts
(lifetime on the heating element) and 90 days on
labor from the invoice date.
This warranty will be effective only when Insta
authorizes the original purchaser to return the
product to the factory in Cerritos, California, freight
prepaid, and only when the product upon
examination has proven to be defective.
This warranty does not apply to any machine that
has been subjected to misuse, negligence or
accident.
Insta shall not be liable for the injury, loss or
damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the
use or the inability to use the product.
No claim of any kind shall be greater in amount than
the sale price of the product or part to which claim is
made.
This is the sole warranty given by the company, it is
in lieu of any other warranties, expressed or implied,
in law or in fact, including the warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular use, and
is accepted as such by the purchaser in taking
delivery of this product.
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Installation
DOMESTIC
Use a separate 15 amp AC circuit.
Only industrial extension cords with
proper wire size should be used: size
16/3 wire for distances up to 25 feet,
and size 14/3 for distances up to 50
feet.
INTERNATIONAL
Use a designated 16 amp AC circuit.
Only industrial extension cords with
proper wire size (2.5 sq. mm) shall be
used.
IMPORTANT
The appliance must be plugged into a
proper receptacle of the proper size
and rating. Equally important the line
voltage must be able to accommodate
this appliance as well as other
appliances operating on this circuit.
Specifications
MODEL 158
Voltage 120 Volts AC 50/60 Hertz
Model 158 1750 Watts 14.6 Amps
Voltage 230 Volts AC 50/60 Hertz
Model 158 2200 Watts 9.6 Amps
Model 158
Machine Weight 97 Pounds (44.0 KG)
3
IP54=IP
1st Digit5
2nd Digit4
1st
Digit Protection from solid objects 2nd Digit Protection from moisture
0 Non protected 0 Non protected
1Objects greater
than 50mm 1 Dripping water
2Objects greater
than 12mm 2Dripping water
when tilted up to
15 deg.
3Objects greater
than 2.5mm 3 Spraying water
4Objects greater
than 1mm 4 Splashing water
5 Dust protected 5 Water jets
6 Dust tight 6 Heavy seas
-- --- 7 .15m – 1m
immersion
-- --- 8 1m +
submersion
Degree of Protection
IP (Ingress Protection) rating according to IEC
60529.
NOTE
IEC 60529 does not specify sealing
effectiveness against the following:
mechanical damage of the equipment;
the risk of explosion; certain types of
liquid conditions, e.g. those that are
produced by condensation; corrosive
vapours; funus; vermin

Operation
1. Turn the power on by pressing the POWER
button on the controller.
2. Set desired temperature and time.
3. Lift handle so that the upper platen is away
from lower platen.
4. Allow the machine to warm up until the
selected temperature is reached.
5. Set the desired pressure by adjusting the
pressure adjust wheel located on the
handle assembly. To reduce pressure, turn
wheel to the right (clockwise).
6. Place the substrate on lower platen.
7. Position transfer or lettering on substrate.
8. Close machine by pulling handle down into
the closed, operational position.
9. The timer will start automatically and a
buzzer will beep at the end of the time cycle.
Environmental Conditions
Only operate Insta heat seal machines under
suitable environmental conditions.
1. Placed on a even, non flammable surface.
2. Can support a minimum of 300 lbs. if
placed above a platform.
3. Do not restrict access to the main power
switch.
4. Maintain a clearance around any forms of
liquid.
5. Do not over extend the power cord.
6. The operational voltage should not be 10%
max/min of the rated value.
7. Avoid voltage spikes.
NOTE
Buzzer will sound with three (3)
seconds remaining on the time cycle
to advice the operator the machine is
opening.
NOTE
The sealing cycle can be stopped at
any time by pressing the mode button
on the controller. The machine will
automatically end the sealing cycle
and the platens will disengage and
open.
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Operation Timer/Temperature
Control
Solid State Controller
This controller has three (3) control features:
1. Temperature - Temperature may be set
from 225 - 450°F (107-232°C).
2. Time - Time may be set from 1 second to
99.59 minutes.
3. Counter – Cycle counter counts the number
of applications from 1 to 9999 (see
additional Notes – Counter).
Controller Operation
1. If the temperature is not being displayed,
press the MODE button until temperature is
displayed.
2. Push and hold SET button and
simultaneously push UP (↑) or DOWN (↓)
arrow buttons to the desired temperature
setting.
3. Press the MODE button until time is
displayed.
4. Push and hold SET button and
simultaneously push UP (↑) or DOWN (↓)
arrow buttons to the desired timer setting.
Timer
•The controller has a count down timer that
automatically activates a buzzer at the
completion of the application.
•Timer display is minutes:seconds. Range is
00:00 to 99:59, Colons (:) flash while timer is
running.
Counter
The controller has a built in cycle counter.
•Press MODE button until the counter is
displayed.
•Counter display range is 0000 to 9999.
•To reset the cycle counter, display the
counter reading, then push and hold UP (↑)
and DOWN (↓) arrow buttons for 3 seconds
until the counter resets to zero (0000) on the
display.
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Temperature

Preventive Maintenance
Suggestions
The Insta heat seal machines are relatively
maintenance free. For long, trouble-free life,
the following preventive maintenance should be
followed:
1. Do not heat seal items such as buttons,
pins, snaps, or zippers that tend to cut the
silicone rubber pad or scratch the Teflon
heat platen.
2. Periodically clean the Teflon-coated heat
platen with a non-abrasive piece of cloth.
Stubborn stains may be cleaned, when
platen is cool, with mineral spirits.
3. When the heat platen is hot and not in use,
keep in open position (away from the
silicone rubber pad).
4. To prevent soiling of substrate, periodic
wiping of the entire exterior machine,
including platens, with a clean rag is
recommended. If necessary, use mineral
spirits for cleaning a cold machine. Since
mineral spirits are flammable, use
precautions and keep away from sparks,
flame, or hot heat platen.
5. Occasionally apply a few drops of light
machine oil (such as 3-IN-ONE) to the
moving parts and pressure adjustment
screw.
NOTE
Wipe off any excess oil.
Replacement of Silicone Rubber
Pads
1. Make sure heat platen is cool.
2. Use tube of MPPC006 silicone adhesive
sealant to bond the silicone rubber pad to
metal platen.
NOTE: Read instructions on the tube
package.
3. Be sure that the surface of the silicone
platen is clean. Use a mild solvent such as
mineral spirits.
4. The pad and metal must be thoroughly dry
and clean, before starting the bonding
operation.
5. Apply adhesive sealant to the metal platen.
Spread a thin even coat and apply pad
immediately. Apply pressure and position
pad making sure that there is no air
entrapment.
NOTE: A serrated blade such as used for
laying down rubber floor tiles would be
helpful.
6. Allow to cure overnight under low pressure
at normal room temperature.
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Safety and Danger Zone Diagram
Hot Surface.
Avoid contact
with Upper
Platen Shroud
Machinery
should be
operated under a
secure flat
surface
7
Do not handle
the machinery
with wet hands
Keep hands clear

MODEL
158
NO PART NAME 120V AC 230V AC
1 SHROUD, UPPER PLATEN MPS90155 MPS90155
2 SCREW, BUTTON HD 5/16-18 x .50 LG MHSB5161812 MHSB5161812
3 INSULATION, FIBERGLASS 15X20 MPI90158 MPI90158
4 STRAIN, RELIEF CABLE MPS90014 MPS90014
5 INSULATORS, SHROUD (SET 4) MPI90156 MPI90156
6 POST, GUIDE MPP90000 MPP90000
7 SENSOR, TEMP. REPLACEMENT KIT MPPS210 MPPS210
8 SCREW, SET 3/8-16 x .50 LG. MHSST381612 MHSST381612
9 SCREW, SOCKET HD 5/16-18UNC x .750 LG. MHSSH5161834 MHSSH5161834
10 PAD, SILICONE 15 X 20 BLK MPPP031 MPPP031
11 BRACKET, CLEVIS MPB90001 MPB90001
12 WASHER, SAE 5/16 I.D. PRESSURE ADJ. MHWSAE516 MHWSAE516
13 BOLT, HEX 5/16-18 X 1 LG STAIN MHBH516181S MHBH516181S
14 WASHER, LOCK 5/16" I.D. MHWL516 MHWL516
15 PIN, BOTTOM PRESSURE MPP90003 MPP90003
16 CLIPS, "E" MPSC240 MPSC240
17 LINK, LOWER MPL90167 MPL90167
18 PIN, HANDLE PRESSURE MPP90001 MPP90001
19 FRAME, BASE ASSY MPB90164 MPB90164
21 WIRE HARNESS ASSY MPW90165 MPW90165
22 HANDLE ASS'Y MPH90208 MPH90208
23 SCREW, SHOULDER BOLT .500-13 x.750 LG. MHBS1234 MHBS1234
24 BLOCK, PIVOT PRESSURE MPB90002 MPB90002
25 SCREW, SET 1/4"-20X3/8" CP MHSST142038CP MHSST142038CP
26 KNOB, WHEEL ADJUSTING ASS'Y MBAW90000 MBAW90000
27 WASHER, SHIM 1/2" I.D. x .031 THK MHWS0136 MHWS0136
28 WASHER, WAVE 1/2" I.D. x .015 THK MH5806282 MH5806282
29 BOLT, SHOULDER 1/2" X 1/2" MHBS1212 MHBS1212
31 SCREW, PAN HD 8-32 X .375" LG MHSP83238 MHSP83238
33 SPACER, NYLON 0.166 ID X1/4 LG MH110969111 MH110969111
35 CONTROLLER, DIGITAL W/SWITCH MPC90181 MPC90181
36 NUT, HEX 6-32 MHNH632 MHNH632
37 LABEL, CONTROLLER OVERLAY MPL90345 MPL90345
40 PIVOT HANDLE ASS'Y MPH90168 MPH90168
41 BUMPER, PIVOT HANDLE MPB90004 MPB90004
42 PIN, ARM PIVOT MPP90002 MPP90002
43 FEET, RUBBER (6/SET) MPF90004 MPF90004
44 RELAY MPPR200 MPPR200
46 TRANSFORMER (USA MODEL) MPT90319 MPT90319
46A TRANSFORMER (EUROPEAN/BRITAIN) N/A MPT90319
47 PLUG, BUTTON SHROUD MHPB78 MHPB78
50 SCREW, PAN HD 8-32UNC x .25 LG MHSP83214 MHSP83214
52 SWITCH, MICRO MPS90018 MPS90018
53 SCREW, PAN HD 4-40UNC x .50 LG. MHSR44012 MHSR44012
56 POWER CORD (USA MODEL) MPPW141 MPPW142
56A POWER CORD (EUROPEAN MODEL) N/A MPPW202
56B POWER CORD (GREAT BRITAIN) N/A MPPW203
58 SCREW, PAN HD 8-32UNC x .375 LG MHSP83238 MHSP83238
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MODEL
NO PART NAME
120V AC 230V AC
59 WASHER, FLAT #8 (.164 I.D.) MHWSAE8 MHWSAE8
63 OVERLAY, PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT MPL90004 MPL90004
64 SLEEVING, SILICONE COATED MHT117EA1BK MHT117EA1BK
65 LABEL, DISCONNECT POWER MPPL001 MPPL001
68 BLOCK, TERMINAL MH11096914 MH11096914
70 HOUSING, INSTRUMENT MPH90131 MPH90131
72 NUT, HEX 4-40 MHNH440 MHNH440
74 TERMINAL END ASSY MPC90157 MPC90157
75 CERAMIC INSULATOR MPI90159 MPI90159
76 SCREW, HEX HEAD 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 MHBH3816114 MHBH3816114
77 WASHER MHWSAE38 MHWSAE38
78 ELECTROMAGNET MPE90169 MPE90169
79 MAGNET PLATE BRACKET ASSEMBLY MPB90170 MPB90170
80 SCREW, SOCKET HD 5/16-18UNC x .750 LG. MHSSH5161834 MHSSH5161834
81 SPRING WASHER 58043483 58043483
84 GAS SPRING ASSY MPS90171 MPS90171
85 UPPER CLEVIS PIN MPP90172 MPP90172
86 LOWER CLEVIS PIN MPP90173 MPP90173
87 CLIPS "E" MPSC240 MPSC240
91 TAPE, CAUTION MPT90210 MPT90210
93 GAS SPRING, DAMPENER ASSEMBY MP158-001 MP158-001
96 NUT CAP DEEP DRAWN ½” STUD MH007-049 MH007-049
97 GROMMET, RUBBER 3/8” ID. 7/8” OD. MH007-050 MH007-050
A1 PLATEN, HEAT ASS'Y MPP1381A MPP1382A
A2 PLATEN, HEAT (WIRING ONLY) MPP1381W MPP1382W
A3 PLATEN, LOWER ASS'Y MPP90160 MPP90160
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FOR USE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY
Notes:
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FOR USE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY
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