Insta 234 Plus User manual

MNL90234P Rev. F 09.02.16
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
MODEL 234 Plus

FOR USE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY
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.
WARNING
If this equipment is used in a manner
not specified by the manufacturer,
protection may be impaired.
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.
CAUTION
Do not handle the plug with wet
hands, or machinery under wet
conditions.
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International Symbols
Power Off
Power On
Hot Surface
Risk of Electrical Shock
Protective Earth Terminal
Ground
Wet Conditions
Caution
Warning
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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 234
Plus series machine, as well as easy to use
instructions for on-the-spot maintenance.
Your 234 Plus series 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 merchant-ability
and fitness for a particular use, and is
accepted as such by the purchaser in taking
delivery of this product.
General Description
The Model 234 Plus has been strategically
designed to generate and evenly distribute
tremendous pressure throughout the entire
platen. And, its cast-in tubular heating element
heats the metal from within, which produces
constant and long lasting heat. A successful
heat transfer application requires 3 key
elements to work in tandem-time, temperature
and pressure. The Model 234 Plus has
mastered those elements and gets the job done
every time.
The manual swing-away machine has proven to
be a true customer favorite. The upper platen
swings almost a full 180 degrees to the right –
leaving the lower platen completely free from
constraints. The exposed lower platen provides
you with unobstructed access while you load
your garments and place your transfers.
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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
Installation
DOMESTIC – 234 Plus
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 – 234 Plus
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
Voltage 120 Volts AC 50/60 Hertz
Model 234 Plus 1750 Watts 14.6 Amps
Voltage 230 Volts AC 50/60 Hertz
Model 234 Plus 2200 Watts 9.6 Amps
Model 234 Plus
Machine Weight 97 Pounds (44.0 KG)
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Operation
1. Turn the power on by pressing the POWER
button on the controller.
2. Set desired temperature and time. Swing the
upper platen arm to its fully open position, away
from lower platen. (See Solid State Controller
section)
3. Allow the machine to warm up until the selected
temperature is reached.
4. Set the desired pressure by adjusting the
pressure knob on the top of the machine. To
reduce pressure, turn knob counter-clockwise.
5. Place the substrate on lower platen, smoothing
out all wrinkles.
6. Position transfer or lettering on substrate.
7. Swing the upper arm into position directly over
the lower platen.
8. Close machine by pulling handle down into
locked position.
9. The timer will start automatically and a buzzer
will beep at the end of the time cycle.
10. Lift safety lock and pull handle up slowly and
move upper platen handle to its full open
position. This technique will avoid transfer
paper (cover) from being pulled off prematurely
due to suction from the separating platens.
11. Swing away arm to the extreme right hand
position and remove substrate.
CAUTION
For safety purposes, it is necessary
to push the handle into the locked
position after it is lifted. This will
eliminate the accidental lowering of
the heat platen handle.
WARNING
If this equipment is
used in a manner not
specified by the
manufacturer,
protection may be
impaired.
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.

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Operation Timer/Temperature
Control
Solid State Controller
This controller has two (2) control features:
1. Temperature - Temperature may be set from
221-446°F (105-230°C).
2. Time - Time may be set from 1 second to 99.59
minutes.
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.
Temperature
Fahrenheit/Centigrade (Celsius)
Conversion
The temperature controller can be programmed to
display either °F or °C
1. Press the MODE button until the temperature is
displayed.
2. Push and hold the UP and DOWN buttons for 5
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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. The Model 234 machines require periodic
lubrication with a high-temperature, non-
melting grease (MPPL023).
A. Lubricate the post, handle and cam
assembly depending upon usage. (Once
every month if used continuously.)
B. There are four (4) points of lubrication:
a) Post
b) Lower Cam
c) Guide Post
d) Upper Pin Area
In addition, occasionally apply a few drops of heavy
machine oil to the upper portion of the cam
assembly.
WARNING
Power cord replacement
should be from the
manufacturer only (because it
requires a specially prepared
cord).
General Maintenance
It is recommended that you have the following
items available:
A. Regular screw driver
B. Phillips head screw driver
C. Small adjustable wrench
D. Needle nose pliers with insulated handle
E. Set of Allen wrenches
F. Grease gun
G. Special high temperature grease MPPL023
With the above items you should be able to
accomplish most repairs.
Replacement of Silicone
Rubber Pads
1. Make sure heat platen is cool.
2. Use tube of MPPC006 adhesive to bond
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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Automatic Shut Off
Model 234 Plus
(234 Plus Controller P/N MPC90270 ; Rev. 6.27)
The Automatic Shut Off is designed to save
electrical consumption when the user is not
engaged in the usage of the Insta heat seal
machines.
By default, the timer for Automatic Shut Off is set
to 2 hours during activation and cannot be
changed. Any disturbances such as the key press,
or heat press cycle will reset the timer.
The timer for Automatic Shut Off will begin after
every key press or heat press cycle.
Automatic Shut Off
1. Turn on the machine by pressing POWER.
a) ONE beep indicates the Automatic
Shut Off is OFF.
b) TWO beeps indicates the Automatic
Shut Off is ON.
2. Press on the MODE once in order to display
the TIME SETTING.
3. With the TIME SETTING displayed, press and
hold the UP + DOWN ARROWS for 3 to 5
seconds.
a) ONE beep indicates the Automatic
Shut Off is OFF.
b) TWO beeps indicates the Automatic
Shut Off is ON.
4. Repeat step 3 in order to turn ON or OFF the
Automatic Shut Off.
X1
+
NOTE
The Automatic Shut Off feature
is activated.
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Safety and Danger Zone Diagram
Hot Surface.
Avoid contact
with Upper Platen
Shroud and
Aluminum
Casting
Keep hands clear
Do not handle the
machinery with
wet hands
Machinery should
be operated
under a secure
flat surface
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120V AC 230V AC
1SHROUD, HEAT MPSS228 MPSS228
2SCREW, PAN HD #10 x 1" LG PHIL SH METAL MPSS143 MPSS143
3INSULATION, FIBERGLASS MPI90158 MPI90158
5TUBING, SHRINK TFE AWG7 MPPS131 MPPS131
6INSULATORS, SPACER (4/SET) MPSI089 MPSI089
8SENSOR, TEMPERATURE MPPS210 MPPS210
9GUIDE POST MPSP084 MPSP084
11 FUSE (1 AMP, 250V) MPPF701R MPPF701R
12 FUSE HOLDER MPPF708 MPPF708
13 SCREW, PHILLIP PAN HEAD 2-56 x .25 LONG MHSP25614 MHSP25614
14 PAD, SILICONE RUBBER MPP031 MPP031
15 SCREW, PHILLIP PAN HEAD 10-24 x 0.5 LONG MHSP102412 MHSP102412
16 HOUSING, INSTRUMENT MPSH234P MPSH234P
17 TMT LOGO PLATE MPTMT234 MPTMT234
18 LABEL, OVERLA
Y
MPL90177 MPL90177
19 LABEL PRESSURE OVERLAY 234P MPL90442 MPL90442
20 KNOB, PRESSURE ADJUST MPPK018 MPPK018
23 CONTROLLER, DIGITAL MPC90270 MPC90270
25 HANDLE, SWING AWA
Y
MPH90002 MPH90002
27 SWITCH, MICRO MPPS043 MPPS043
28 SCREW, BUT HD 1/4-20 X .75" LG MHSB142034 MHSB142034
29 WASHER, SAE 1/4" MHWSAE14 MHWSAE14
30 KNOB, HANDLE (MUSHROOM) MPPK017 MPPK017
31 PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT CRANK ASSEMBL
Y
MPSP90322 MPSP90322
32 SCREW, SOCKET HD 1/4-20 x 0.50 LONG MHSSH142012 MHSSH142012
33 KNOB, MUSHROOM MPPK017 MPPK017
34 CAP, VINYL BLACK 5/16" x .281 LONG MPC90006 MPC90006
35 RELAY MPR90217 MPR90217
36 SCREW, BUTTON HD 1/4-20 x 0.875 LONG MHSB142078 MHSB142078
37 TERMINAL BLOCK MPB90006 MPB90006
38 CLAMP, CABLE 1/4 IN MHCC14 MHCC14
39
A
TRANSFORMER (USA MODEL) MPT90001 MPT90001
39B TRANSFORMER (EUROPEAN MODEL) MPT90319 MPT90319
40 SCREW, ROUND HEAD 4-40 x 0.625 LONG MHSR44058 MHSR44058
41 SCREW, SOCKET HD 5/16-18 x 1/2 LONG MHSSH5161812 MHSSH5161812
46 PRESSURE ADJUST LEVER (LH) MPSP2221 MPSP2221
47 PIN, PIVOT (LOWER) MPSP2211 MPSP2211
48 E-CLIPS MPSC240 MPSC240
49 PIN, CAM PIVOT (UPPER) MPSP262 MPSP262
50 NUT, PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT MPSP2209 MPSP2209
52 SAFETY LOC
K
MPSL240 MPSL240
54 FITTING, GREASE (SHORT) MPSF145 MPSF145
55 PIN, ROLL (SAFETY LOCK) MPSR141 MPSR141
56 PRESSURE ADJUST LEVER (RH) MPSP2220 MPSP2220
57 CAM MPSC220 MPSC220
58 SCREW, BUTTON HD 5/16-18 x 1.00 LONG MHSB516181 MHSB516181
59 NUT, HEX JAM 5/16-18 MHNHJ51618 MHNHJ51618
60 O'RING MPSS273 MPSS273
63 FEET, RUBBER (4/SET) MPF90004 MPF90004
66 BASE MPSB204 MPSB204
68 BRACKET, STRAIN RELIEF CORD MPSS163 MPSS163
69 STRAIN, RELIEF MPSS168 MPSS168
70 SCREW, PHILLIP PAN HEAD 10-32 x 0.375 LONG MHSP103238S MHSP103238S
MODEL VOLTAGE
P/N PART NAME
MODEL 234P 090216

120V AC 230V AC
71 POWER CORD (USA MODEL) MPPW141 MPPW142
71
A
POWER CORD (EUROPEAN MODEL) N/
A
MPPW202
71B POWER CORD (UK MODEL) N/
A
MPPW203
72 WIRE HARNESS MPW90361 MPW90361
74 SPRING, CAM MPSS201 MPSS201
75 POST, ARM ASSY 234P MPSP234P MPSP234P
77 SCREW, PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT MPSS070 MPSS070
78 INSULATION, MICRO SWITCH MH700214 MH700214
79 WIRE, HEATER MPPW700 MPPW700
81 WASHER, SAE 1/2" MHWSAE12 MHWSAE12
82 WASHER, CUT 5/16 I.D. MHWC516 MHWC516
83 PLATE, POST STOP MPSP20450 MPSP20450
84 NUT, JAM 1/2-20 MHNHJ1220 MHNHJ1220
85 NUT, JAM SELF-LOCKING 1/2-20 MHNHJSL1220 MHNHJSL1220
87 STUD THREADED 1/4-20 x 3.50 LONG MPS90277 MPS90277
88 PLUG, BUTTON 7/8 IN MPP90006 MPP90006
89 CLEVIS MPSP221 MPSP221
90 BOLT, HEX 5/16-18 X 1.0 IN LONG SS
T
MHBH516181S MHBH516181S
91 SCREW, SOCKET SET 3/8-16 x 0.5 IN MHSST381612 MHSST381612
92 NUT, HEX 6-32 MHNH632 MHNH632
93 WASHER, SHIM #6 (.031) MH311150019 MH311150019
94 SPACER, LONG NYLON 0.166 ID X 1/4 IN MH110969111 MH110969111
95 PLATE, CONTROLLER MPP90011 MPP90011
96 SCREW, PHILLIP PAN HEAD 8-32 x 0.25 IN MHSP83214 MHSP83214
97 SCREW, PHILLIP PAN HEAD 8-32 x 0.5 IN MHSP83212 MHSP83212
100 SCREW, PHILLIP PAN HEAD 8-32 x 1.0 IN MHSP8321 MHSP8321
101 WASHER, #8 SAE MHWSAE8 MHWSAE8
102 SCREW, SOCKET HEAD 1/4-20 x .50 IN MHSSH142012 MHSSH142012
103 CLAMP, CABLE METAL 3/8 IN. MHCC38 MHCC38
105 SCREW, PHILLIP PAN HEAD 8-32 x .375 IN MHSP83238 MHSP83238
106 BUSHING, GUIDE POST MPSB070 MPSB070
107 FITTING, GREASE (LONG) MPSF144 MPSF144
108 WASHER LOCK INT #8 MHWLIT8 MHWLIT8
109 NUT, HEX 8-32 MHNH832 MHNH832
111 GROUND WIRE MPW90125 MPW90125
112 SCREW, PHILLIP PAN 8-32 x 0.25 LG MHSP83214 MHSP83214
113 LUG PIN MPP0139 MPP0139
115 LABEL, ROHS/WEE MPL90175 MPL90175
116 PRESSURE ADJ SCREW MPS90295 MPS90295
117 NUT, HEX 3/8-1 MHNH3816 MHNH3816
118 DETENT, PLUNGER SPRING 3/8-16 MPSP134 MPSP134
121 SPRING, COMPRESSION MP290276 MP290276
122 LOCK NUT, PRESSURE ADJ MPSP247 MPSP247
123 SET SCREW 10-32 x 3/16 LONG MHSST1032316 MHSST1032316
125 SCREW, PHILLIP PAN HEAD 8-32 x 0.375 LONG MHSP83238 MHSP83238
126 CLAMP, CABLE METAL 1/2 IN MHCC12 MHCC12
127 SCREW, SOCKET HD 5/16-18 x 0.75 LONG MHSSHS161834 MHSSHS161834
128 HIGH TEMP LIMITER MH009-002 MH009-002
A
1PLATEN, HEAT ASS
Y
MPSP082 MPSP092
A
2PLATEN, UPPER (WIRING ONLY) MPSP090 MPSP091
A
3HANDLE, PRESSURE ASS'
Y
MPSH515 MPSH515
A
4PLATEN, LOWER ASS
Y
MPP90160 MPP90160
A
5CAM/PRESSURE LEVER ASS
Y
MPSC201 MPSC201
A
6BASE ASS
Y
MPSB234
A
MPSB234
A
A
7LUG PIN ASS
Y
MPP90141 MPP90141
A
8STUD, MICROSWITCH ACTIVATOR ASSY 234 MPS90358 MPS90358
P/N PART NAME MODEL VOLTAGE
MODEL 234P 090216

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