Kodak X-Omat 480 RA User manual

Publication No. 1C0932
1/94
Supersedes 246615
4/92
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
for the
Kodak X-Omat 480 RA Processor
H108_0318BA
 Eastman Kodak Company, 1994

PLEASE NOTE
The information contained herein is based on the experience and knowledge relating to the subject matter gained by
Eastman Kodak Company prior to publication.
No patent license is granted by this information.
Eastman Kodak Company reserves the right to change this information without notice, and makes no warranty, express
or implied, with respect to this information. Kodak shall not be liable for any loss or damage, including consequential or
special damages, resulting from the use of this information, even if loss or damage is caused by Kodak’s negligence or
other fault.
This equipment includes parts and assemblies sensitive to damage from electrostatic discharge. Use
caution to prevent damage during all service procedures.
To avoid hazardous conditions, keep floors and floor coverings around your Kodak X-Omat
Processors and associated drains clean and dry at all times. Any accumulation of fluids from
mixing tanks, drain lines, etc., should be cleaned up immediately. In the event of an accumulation
of liquid due to backup, overflow, or other malfunctions of the drain associated with your X-Omat
Processor, call a plumber or other contractor to correct any problem with the drain. Kodak
accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever for the serviceability of any drain connected to or
associated with a Kodak X-Omat Processor. Such drains are the sole responsibility of the
customer.
IMPORTANT
If local codes require seismic mountings, order SEISMIC KIT 261413. The SEISMIC KIT includes
all parts necessary to secure one PROCESSOR.
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Table of Contents
Description Page
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Unpacking the Processor
Removing the Packing Material
[1] Cut the bands around the outside of the shipping carton.
[2] Remove the shipping carton from the PROCESSOR.
[3] Remove the internal CARDBOARD from the top of the PROCESSOR.
[4] Remove the TOP COVER from the PROCESSOR.
[5] Remove:
• DEVELOPER/FIXER CROSSOVER
• FIXER/WASH CROSSOVER
• DETECTOR CROSSOVER
• SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY.
[6] Remove the PACKING MATERIAL covering the RACK HANDLES.
[7] Remove the CARDBOARD from between the WASH RACK and the WASH TANK.
H108_0138BA ASSEMBLY
CROSSOVER
DETECTOR
DEVELOPER/FIXER
CROSSOVER
H108_0138BCA
SQUEEGEE
ASSEMBLY
CROSSOVER
FIXER/WASH
Figure 1 Crossover Identification
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[8] Remove:
• DEVELOPER RACK
• FIXER RACK
• CARDBOARD from around each RACK
• WASH RACK.
H108_0173BA
WASH
RACK
ASSEMBLY
FIXER RACK
ASSEMBLY
DEVELOPER
RACK
ASSEMBLY
H108_0173BCA
Figure 2 Rack Identification
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[9] Remove the CARDBOARD from inside the bottom of the DEVELOPER, FIXER, and WASH TANKS.
H108_0136DA
CARDBOARD from
DEVELOPER TANK
CARDBOARD from
FIXER TANK
CARDBOARD from
WASH TANK
H108_0136DCA
Figure 3 Removing Cardboard from the Processor Tanks
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[10] Remove:
• DRYER PANEL
• RECEIVING-END ACCESS PANEL.
[11] Remove the wrapped items from inside the front of the PROCESSOR and keep them for later
installation.
[12] Remove the NON-DRIVE SIDE ACCESS PANEL from the PROCESSOR.
H108_0319BA
CONTROL PANEL
FEED-END
LOWER ACCESS PANEL
FEED-END
MIDDLE ACCESS PANEL
NON-DRIVE SIDE
ACCESS PANEL
H108_0137BCA
Figure 4 Feed-End View of Processor
H108_0318BA
H108_0233BCB
TOP COVER
DRIVE SIDE
ACCESS PANEL
RECEIVING END
ACCESS PANEL
FILM EXIT TRAY
DRYER PANEL
Figure 5 Receiving-End View of Processor
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[13] From the non-drive side of the PROCESSOR, remove the CARDBOARD securing the ends of the
DRYER ROLLERS.
[14] Remove the 10 AIR TUBES, on the outside of the DRYER, to access the PACKING MATERIAL around
the SHAFTS of the DRYER ROLLERS.
[15] Remove the PACKING MATERIAL.
[16] Insert the 10 AIR TUBES into the side of the DRYER. Place the flat side of the AIR TUBES up.
H108_0299BA
MATERIAL
PACKING
CARDBOARD
AIR TUBES
DRYER
H108_0299BCB
DRYER ROLLERS
Figure 6 Removing Cardboard from the Dryer Air Tubes
NOTE
If you are unpacking the PROCESSOR anywhere other than in its final destination, make sure to
either install all removed parts or pack them carefully with the PROCESSOR for transport.
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Installing the Processor
Removing the Processor from the Skid
• The PROCESSOR weighs over 194 kg (427 lb). Use 2 persons when installing the LEVELING
SCREWS and moving the PROCESSOR into position.
• The PROCESSOR is not fastened to the SKID. Use care when moving the SKID.
[1] Move the PROCESSOR, on the SKID, as close as possible to the position of installation.
H108_0017CA
H108_0017CCB
PROCESSOR
SIDE
PANEL
SKID LOWER
ACCESS
PANEL
Figure 7 Processor Mounted on Skid
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[2] Remove the FEED-END, LOWER ACCESS PANEL and the 2 side ACCESS PANELS from the
PROCESSOR for easier access.
[3] Move the PROCESSOR so that one corner is off the SKID.
To prevent damage the LEVELING SCREWS and the PROCESSOR during installation, do not
allow more than a 2.5 cm (1 in.) clearance between the bottom of the PROCESSOR and the
HEAD of the LEVELING SCREW.
[4] Insert a LEVELING SCREW into the corner of the PROCESSOR that is off the SKID.
H108_0036AA
LEVELING
SCREW
HEAD
H108_0036ACA
Figure 8 Leveling Screw
[5] Move another corner of the PROCESSOR from the SKID.
[6] Insert a LEVELING SCREW into that corner of the PROCESSOR.
[7] Remove the PROCESSOR from the SKID.
[8] Carefully install the remaining 2 LEVELING SCREWS.
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Installing the Light-Tight Gasket
[1] Install the self-adhesive LIGHT-TIGHT
GASKET onto the end of the PROCESSOR
(receiving end or feed end) that will be
against the darkroom wall.
Do not stretch the GASKET.
H108_0032AA
LIGHT - TIGHT
GASKET
H108_0032ACA
Figure 9 Installing the Light-Tight Gasket
Installing the Feed Shelf
[1] Install the FEED SHELF. Use the following, but do not tighten the SCREWS.
• 5 WASHERS
• 5 LOCK WASHERS
• 5 SCREWS
H108_0319BA
H108_0137BCB
FEED SHELF
Figure 10 Installing the Feed Shelf
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[2] Install the FILM GUIDE. Use the following, but do not tighten the WING NUTS.
• 3 WASHERS
• 3 WING NUTS.
H108_0033BA
SCREW (5)
WING NUT (3) FEED SHELF FILM
GUIDE
WASHER (5)
LOCKWASHER (5)
SCREW
(
5
)
H108_0033BCA
Figure 11 Installing the Feed Shelf
Adjusting the Height of the Feed Shelf
[1] Adjust the position of the FEED SHELF so
that it is approximately 1 mm (1/16 in.) lower
than and parallel to the NIP of the
DETECTOR CROSSOVER ROLLERS.
[2] When the height is adjusted correctly, tighten
the 5 SCREWS as shown.
NOTE
Do not tighten the WING NUTS.
H108_0038AA
NIP
DETECTOR
CROSSOVER
ENTRANCE
ROLLERS
H108_0038ACA
SCREW (4)
1mm (1/16 in.)
Figure 12 Adjusting the Feed Shelf
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Aligning the Film Guide
[1] Insert a 35 x 43 cm (14 x 17 in.) film into the FILM GUIDE.
[2] Use the edges of the film to align the FILM GUIDE at a 90° angle with the DETECTOR CROSSOVER
ASSEMBLY.
[3] Tighten the 3 WING NUTS.
H108_0365BA
SCREW (5)
WING NUT (3) FEED SHELF FILM
GUIDE
DETECTOR
CROSSOVER
ASSEMBLY
H108_0034BCA
Figure 13 Aligning the Film Guide
Installing the Light Shield on Stand-alone Units
[1] Align the holes in the LIGHT SHIELD with the
holes for the 2 SCREWS.
[2] Install the 2 LOCK WASHERS, WASHERS,
and SCREWS through the LIGHT SHIELD
and into the PROCESSOR.
NOTE
The SCREWS, WASHERS, and LOCK
WASHERS are provided in the
PRE-PACK.
H108_0268AA
H108_0268ACA
SCREW (2)
LIGHT SHIELD
Figure 14 Installing the Light Shield
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Moving the Processor into Position
[1] Move the PROCESSOR within approximately
2.5 cm (1 in.) of the wall.
[2] Install the 4 FLOOR PLATES under the 4
LEVELING SCREWS.
NOTE
If installing a SEISMIC KIT, use the
FLOOR PLATES provided with the
SEISMIC KIT.
[3] Check that the LIGHT-TIGHT GASKET is tight
against the wall. Compress the LIGHT-TIGHT
GASKET to approximately 10 mm ( ⁄
38in.).
H108_0031AA
PROCESSOR
WALL
H108_0031ACA
2.5cm (1 in.)
Figure 15 Positioning the Processor
H108_0037AA
LEVELING
SCREW
FLOOR
PLATE
H108_0037ACA
Figure 16 Installing the Floor Hardware
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Installing the Heat Exchanger Cover and Racks
[1] Unwrap the items removed during the unpacking procedure.
[2] Install the DEVELOPER HEAT EXCHANGER COVER into the bottom of the DEVELOPER TANK.
NOTE
Check that the DEVELOPER HEAT EXCHANGER COVER is pushed completely down.
H108_0118CA
DEVELOPER
TANK
DEVELOPER
HEAT EXCHANGER
COVER
HEAT
EXCHANGER
H108_0118CCA
Figure 17 Installing the Developer Heat Exchanger Cover
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[3] Install:
• DEVELOPER RACK ASSEMBLY
• FIXER RACK ASSEMBLY
• WASH RACK ASSEMBLY
H108_0173BA
WASH
RACK
ASSEMBLY
FIXER RACK
ASSEMBLY
DEVELOPER
RACK
ASSEMBLY
H108_0173BCA
Figure 18 Installing the Racks
Leveling the Processor
To prevent damage to the LEVELING
SCREWS and the PROCESSOR, do
not allow more than a 2.5 cm (1 in.)
clearance between the bottom of the
PROCESSOR and the HEAD of the
LEVELING SCREW.
H048_0141AC
2.5 cm (1 in.)
LEVELING
SCREW
FLOOR
PLATE HEAD
H048_0141ACA
Figure 19 Adjusting the Leveling Screws
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[1] Check that the RACKS are in their correct positions and that the GEARS of the RACK ASSEMBLIES
engage with the GEARS of the MAIN DRIVE SHAFT.
H108_0063BA
RACK
ASSEMBLY
GEAR
MAIN
DRIVE
SHAFT
GEAR
H108_0063BCA
Figure 20 Positioning the Racks and Gears
The edge of the LEVEL could cause damage to the surface of the ROLLERS.
[2] Place a LEVEL as shown in the figure. Adjust the LEVELING SCREWS to level the PROCESSOR from
side to side.
H048_0102BA
H048_0102BCA
LEVEL
Figure 21 Leveling the Processor Side to Side
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[3] Place a LEVEL as shown in the figure. Adjust the LEVELING SCREWS to level the PROCESSOR from
front to back.
H108_0058BA
ROLLERS
LEVEL
H108_0058BCA
Figure 22 Leveling the Processor Front to Back
[4] Install the Seismic Kit, if required.
H108_0193DA
H108_0193DCA
LEVELING
SCREW (4)
BRACKET (4)
LEVELING SCREW (4)
WASHER (8)
BOLT (8)
SLOT
FLOOR PLATE (4)
Figure 23 Installing the Seismic Kit
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Installing the Crossovers and Squeegee Assemblies
[1] Install:
• DEVELOPER/FIXER CROSSOVER
• FIXER/WASH CROSSOVER
• DETECTOR CROSSOVER ASSEMBLY
• SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY.
H108_0138BA
ASSEMBLY
CROSSOVER
DETECTOR
DEVELOPER/FIXER
CROSSOVER
H108_0138BCA
SQUEEGEE
ASSEMBLY
CROSSOVER
FIXER/WASH
Figure 24 Installing the Crossovers and Squeegee Assemblies
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