Meler SF10 User manual

ADHESIVE
MELTER
SF10 & SF20
RANGE
INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL
MA-5199-ENG 241120
GLUING SOLUTIONS

Published by:
Focke Meler Gluing Solutions, S.A.
Pol. Arazuri-Orkoien, c/B, nº3 A
E-31170 Arazuri - Navarra - Spain
Phone: [phone]
[e-mail] - www.meler.eu
Focke Group
Edition october 2020
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remaining versions of the manual in other languages are mere translations
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TABLE OF CONTENTS MA-5199-ENG SF10 & SF20 RANGE ADHESIVE MELTER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SAFETY GUIDELINES 1-1
General 1-1
Symbols 1-1
Mechanical components 1-2
Electrical components 1-2
Hydraulic components 1-2
Pneumatic components 1-2
Thermal components 1-3
Materials 1-3
Noise emission declaration 1-3
Intended use 1-4
Limited use 1-4
2. INTRODUCTION 2-1
Description 2-1
Modes of operation 2-2
Melter identification 2-2
Main components 2-3
Control card components 2-4
Pumping control card components (optional) 2-5
SF range 2-6
Option accessories 2-6
Low level detector 2-6
Variable speed box 2-6

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3. INSTALLATION 3-1
Introduction 3-1
Installation requirements 3-1
Dimmensions 3-1
Electrical Consumption 3-2
Other factors 3-3
Unpacking 3-3
Contents 3-3
Mounting the equipment 3-3
Electrical power connection 3-4
2-phases 200-240 VAC without neutral connection 3-4
3-phases 200-240 VAC without neutral connection 3-5
1-phase 120 VAC with neutral connection (SF10 120V) 3-5
Hose and applicator connection 3-6
Parameter Programming 3-7
Programming working temperatures 3-7
Selecting the overheating value 3-7
Keeping a component on display 3-8
External I/O connections 3-9
Temperature ok 3-10
External standby 3-10
Low level (optional) 3-11
Output disabled 3-11
Pumping external permission 3-12
Variable speed box optional intallation 3-13
Starting up the motor (ok ext) 3-13
Motor speed set point reference (ref ext) 3-13
LAY OUT PUMP CONTROL BOARD 3-14
Failures output in pump control card 3-14

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4. MELTER OPERATION 4-1
General information 4-1
Filling the tank 4-2
Starting up the melter equipment 4-2
Melter equipment displays 4-3
Displaying the temperature for each component 4-4
Alarm displays 4-4
Display and adjustment of the working speed 4-5
Temperature adjustment 4-6
Programming the applicator parameters 4-7
Programming process 4-7
Timer to switch between ON - Standby - OFF modes 4-11
Password to access parameter programming 4-12
Total equipment service hours counter 4-12
Counter that warns of the need to change the adhesive agent filter 4-13
Setting the clock 4-14
Programming the current day and hour 4-14
Programming equipment activation/deactivation 4-15
Disabling the equipment activation/deactivation program 4-16
Programming the equipment’s standby function activation/deactivation 4-16
Disabling the equipment standby function programming 4-17
Special function buttons 4-18
Pumping control (Optional) 4-19
Starting up the pump control card 4-19
Pumping safety measures 4-19
Password security 4-20
LED indicators 4-21

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Modes of operation 4-22
Mode of operation with internal pumping control and internal speed control 4-22
Mode of operation with internal pumping control and external speed control 4-23
Mode of operation with external pumping control and internal speed control 4-24
Mode of operation with external pumping control and external speed control 4-25
User configuration menu 4-26
Displaying alarms and reset function 4-27
Maximum rpm alarm 4-27
Minimum rpm alarm 4-27
Variator alarm 4-27
Configuring speed ramp 4-28
Programming speed ramp 4-29
Current Vin voltage display 4-30
Regulating the bypass valve 4-30
Adjusting the manual valve 4-30
Turning off the melter equipment 4-30
5. MAINTENANCE 5-1
Equipment cleaning 5-1
Removing exterior panels 5-2
System depressurisation 5-2
Access to distributor and pump gear- motor 5-2
Access to the electrical connections box of the gear-motor 5-3
Gear-motor disassembly 5-3
Filter maintenance 5-4
Cleaning the tank 5-5
Changing adhesive type 5-5
Cleaning burnt adhesive 5-5
Emptying the tank 5-6

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Pump maintenance 5-6
Inspecting for leaks 5-6
Gear motor maintenance 5-7
Cleaning the motor fan 5-7
Checking the lubricant 5-7
Recommended lubricants 5-7
Safety Thermostat 5-7
6. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 6-1
Generals 6-1
Dimensions 6-3
7. ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 7-1
8. SPARE PARTS LIST 8-1
A. TANK ASSEMBLY 8-2
B. DISTRIBUTOR 8-3
D. GEARED MOTOR-PUMP ASSEMBLY 8-4
E. ELECTRIC ASSEMBLY 8-5
E. ELECTRIC ASSEMBLY 8-6

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MA-5199-ENG SF10 & SF20 RANGE ADHESIVE MELTERSAFETY GUIDELINES
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1. SAFETY GUIDELINES
General
The information contained in this section applies not only to everyday
equipment operation, but also to any procedure carried out on it, whether for
preventive maintenance or in the case of repairs and the replacement of worn
out parts.
It is very important to observe the safety warnings in this manual at all times.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury and/or damage to the equipment
or the rest of the installation.
Before beginning work on the equipment, read this manual carefully, and in
case of any doubt, contact our Technical Service Center. We are available for
any clarification that you might need.
Keep manuals in perfect condition and within reach of personnel that use the
equipment and perform maintenance on it.
Also provide necessary safety material: appropriate clothing, footwear, gloves
and safety glasses.
In all cases, observe local regulations regarding risk prevention and safety.
Symbols
The symbols used on both the melter/applicator equipment and in this manual
always represent the type of risk we are exposed to. Failure to abide by a
warning signal may result in personal injury and/or damage to the equipment
or the rest of the installation.
Warning: Risk of electrical shock. Carelessness may produce injury or death.
Warning: Hot zone with high temperatures. Risk of burns. Use thermal
protective equipment.
Warning: System under pressure. Risk of burns or particle projection. Use
thermal protective equipment and glasses.
Warning: Important information for the correct use of the system. May include
one or several of the previous hazards, and therefore must be kept in mind to
avoid damage and injury.
Warning: Dangerous area. Risk of entrapment. Carelessness may produce
injury or death.

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Mechanical components
The hot-melt installation, which is installed to this device, requires moving
parts that can cause damage. Use the equipment correctly, and do not remove
the safety guards while the equipment is in operation; prevent the risk of
possible entrapment due to moving mechanical parts.
Do not use the equipment if the safety devices are not in place or appear to be
inadequately installed.
For maintenance or repair operations, stop the movement of moveable parts
by turning off the main switch.
The device has no moving mechanical parts, so it does not pose risks to
consider in this section.
Electrical components
The system works with single-phase or three-phase current of a certain
power. Never handle the equipment with the power connected, as this may
result in powerful electrical shocks.
The installation must be correctly grounded.
The installation’s power cable conductors must match the required electric
current and voltage.
Periodically inspect the cables to check for crushing, wear and tear, as well as
to prevent tripping and falls as a result of their placement.
Although the system meets EMC requirements, it is inadvisable to use
devices that transmit high levels of radiation, i.e., mobile phones or soldering
equipment in their vecinity.
Hydraulic components
As this is a pressurized system, precautions related to this type of equipment
must be observed.
Before each operation, always make sure that the adhesive circuit is
completely free of pressure. There is a high risk of hot particle projection,
along with the corresponding danger of burns.
Use caution with the residual pressure that may remain in the hoses when the
adhesive cools. When reheated, there is a risk of hot particle projection if the
outputs are left open.
Pneumatic components
Some equipment uses compressed air to 6 bar pressure. Before any
manipulation, please ensure that the circuit has lost fully air pressure. The
risk of projection of particles at high speed can cause injury to a certain
severity.
Extreme precautions with the residual pressure that could be contained in the
circuit, before disconnecting any pneumatic feeding tube.

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Thermal components
The entire system works with temperatures that can exceed 200°C (392°F).
The equipment must be operated using adequate protection (clothing,
footwear, gloves and protective glasses) that completely cover exposed parts
of the body.
Keep in mind that, due to the high temperatures reached, the heat does not
dissipate immediately, even when the power (in this case, electric) source is
disconnected. Therefore, use caution, even with the adhesive itself. It may
remain very hot, even in a solid state.
In case of burns:
1. If the burn is the result of contact with melted adhesive, do not try to
remove the adhesive material from the skin. Do not try to remove it once
it has solidified either.
2. Cool the affected area down immediately with lots of cold and clean water.
3. Seek medical attention as soon as possible either from the company’s
medical service or the nearest hospital. Provide the medical staff with the
Safety Information Sheet of the adhesive.
Materials
Meler systems are designed for use with hot-melt adhesives. They should
not be used with any other type of material, and especially not with solvents,
which may cause personal injury or damage to internal system components.
Some units are specifically designed to use polyurethane reactive (PUR) hot-
melt adhesives. Using PUR on a unit that is not prepared for that purpose may
cause severe damage to the unit.
When using adhesive, follow the corresponding guidelines found in the
Technical and Safety Sheets provided by the manufacturer. Pay special
attention to the advised work temperatures in order to prevent adhesive
burning and degradation.
Ventilate the work area adequately in order to remove the vapors produced.
Avoid the prolonged inhalation of these vapors.
Always use original Meler components and replacement parts, which
guarantee the correct system operation and service.
Noise emission declaration
The A-weighted emission sound pressure level (LpA) of the unit in operation
does not exceed 70 dB(A) under any circumstances.
The maximum C-weighted sound pressure level (LpCpeak) and the A-weighted
sound power level (LWA) do not exceed values worthy of mention and thus do
not represent a specific risk that must be taken into account.

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Intended use
The equipment are designed to be used in the following conditions:
• Hot-melt adhesive fusion and pumping at temperatures up to 200 °C
(392 ºF). Consult with Meler technical service to operate with higher
working temperatures.
• Use of equipment with Meler accessories.
• Installation of equipment according to the security regulations
currently in force and the instructions provided in this manual
(anchoring, electrical connection, hydraulic connection, etc).
• Use of equipment in non-explosive, non-chemically aggressive
environments.
• Use of equipment following the safety instructions indicated in this
manual, as well as on the labels accompanying the equipment, using
adequate means of protection during each mode of operation.
Limited use
The equipment should never be used under the following conditions:
• Use with reactive polyurethane or any other material that might cause
safety or health risks when heated.
• Use of equipment in environments where cleaning is necessary using
water jets.
• Use of equipment to heat or melt food products.
• In potentially explosive atmospheres, aggressive chemical
environments or outdoors.
• Use or operation without adequate safety protection.
• If the person in question does not have the necessary training to use
the unit or to apply all of the necessary safety measures.
Note: Do not modify the equipment or use components that were not supplied
by Meler. For any modification of a component of the equipment or part of the
installation, you must firstly consult the After-Sales Service

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2. INTRODUCTION
In this manual you will find information about the installation, use and
maintenance of the hot-melt adhesive melter SF10 and SF20 range of hot-
melt adhesive melters.
Most of the photographs and illustrations that appear in this manual refer
to the SF10 melter. This model has been used as a reference for writing this
manual as its main characteristics, with the exception of the tank capacity and
the connection outputs are the same as those in the rest of the equipments of
the serie.
Description
These melters are designed for use with Meler hoses and applicators in hot-
melt adhesive applications. Their different variations – line, coating or swirl-
spray – cover a wide range of applications, being very versatile in all markets
where they are used.

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Modes of operation
These melters may be used in all of the following modes:
Work mode_ The hot-melt melter keeps materials hot at the pre-
selected temperature indicated on the display. The pump is kept
activated, waiting for the consumption command when one or more
applicators are activated.
Internal control of pumping _ In this mode of operation, the user
has full control of pumping . The speed of the pump rotation is fixed.
External control of pumping_ This mode of operation is
performed through external pumping . The speed of the pump
rotation is fixed.
Whith the variable speed box accessory (optional) it is posible the next
operation modes:
Internal control of pumping and speed _ In this mode of
operation, the user has full control of pumping and the set speed
of the pump rotation.
Control of internal pumping and external speed_ This mode of
operation is performed through internal pumping control and
speed control by means of an external 0-10 V signal sent from the
main machine.
Control of external pumping and internal speed_ This mode of
operation is performed through external pumping control and
manual speed control.
Control of external pumping and speed_ In this working mode,
both pumping and speed are controlled from the main machine.
Speed is controlled by means of an external 0-10 V signal sent
from the main machine.
Standby mode_ The hot-melt melter remains in a resting state, with
the materials kept at (programmable) temperature values below the
pre-selected value. The pump remains deactivated.
Alarm mode_ The hot-melt melter detects a malfunction and warns
the operator of this event. The pump remains deactivated.
Stop mode_ The hot-melt melter remains off, without heating the
materials and with the pump deactivated. The electrical and pneumatic
supply remains activated between the network and the system, however.
Melter identification
When placing orders for replacement parts or requesting help from our
Technical Service, you should know the model and reference number of your
hot-melt melter.
This and other technical information will be found on the identification plate
located on the side of the lower part of the hot-melt melter.
Focke Meler Gluing Solutions, S.A.
Pol. Arazuri-Orkoien, c/B, nº3 A
E-31170 Arazuri-Navarra-Spain
www.meler.eu
Part NO./
Ref.
Serial NO./
NºSerie
Model/
Modelo
Power
supply/
Alim.
Made in E.U.

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Main components
1. Front control card.
2. Access door to the electric area.
3. External pump switch.
4. Main switch ON/OFF.
5. Variable speed box connector.
6. Tank access lid.
7. Mechanical by-pass valve pressure control.
8. Hose output distributor (4 hydraulic connections).
9. Hose-applicator electrical connections.
10. Electrical supply input.
11. Pumping motor.
12. Pumping control card (Variable speed box. Optional).
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Control card components
1. Tank indicator LED.
2. Applicator indicator LED.
3. Temperature set point.
4. Real temperature.
5. ON/OFF switch.
6. Standby function.
7. Temperature OK LED.
8. Time scheduling.
9. Left/right button - channel selection.
10. Up/down button - temperature modification.
11. Hose indicator LED.
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Pumping control card components (optional)
1. Main switch ON/OFF.
2. External start-stop LED.
3. External speed control LED.
4. Pumping permission LED.
5. Up/down arrow keys for selecting values.
6. Left/right arrow keys for selecting options.
7. Speed ramp steps display screen.
8. Speed ramp value selection LEDs (voltage/speed).
9. Voltage/ pump speed/ errors display screen.
10. Pumping control (internal/external) selection.
11. Pumping speed (internal/external) selection.
12. Voltage value display of the external signal of the speed control.
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Option accessories
If some of the different machine configuration options have been chosen, it
will be necessary to purchase the following accessories:
Low level detector
To detect a low level of melted adhesive, there is a choice a capacitive
detector.
The capacitive detector is electrically supplied by the melter, but the unit does
not stabalize the signal nor report the level status.
Variable speed box
SF10 and SF20 melters are prepared by default for being upgraded with an
external electrical board for converting it into a variable speed melter. This
external box has to be ordered separately.
SF range
• SF10 and SF20 melters are prepared by default for the capacitive detector.
• 240V SF10 and SF20 melters includes an adapter to connect it to 3 phases 230 without neutral.
• 120V-30A and 120V-20A only available for SF10 model.
• 2 electrical outputs only avalaible for SF10 120V-30A and SF10 120V-20A.
SF 10
SF range
tank capacity _ 10: 10 kg • 20: 20 kg
4 M01 200 S8 MC 240
Electric outputs _ 2 • 4
Sensor type _ M01: Pt100 • N01: Ni120
Maximum temperature _ 200: 200 °C
Bypass control _ MC50: Mechanic (max 50bar) • MC80: Mechanic (max 80bar)
Voltage imput _ 240: 3~200V/240V 50/60Hz + PE or 2~200V/240V 50/60Hz + PE •
120-30: 1N~120V 50/60Hz + PE 30A • 120-20 1N~120V 50/60Hz + PE 20A
/LD2
Low level detector _ (in black): no detector • LD2: capacitive detector
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Pump size _ S8: 8cc/rev

INSTALLATION
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3. INSTALLATION
Warning: The melters are equipment with current technology and with certain
foreseeable risks. Therefore, only allow qualified personnel with enough
training and experience to use, install or repair this equipment.
Introduction
The melters of this serie are delivered with all the materials necessary for
their installation. However, some components must be provided by the user
himself, according to the location and connections in each particular installation:
• Anchoring screws for the melter equipment.
• Power cord and plug for electrical power.
• Pneumatic pipe and connection to the compressed air system.
• Multicore cable for external electrical control.
• Optionally, a gas ventilation system.
Installation requirements
Before installing melter equipment, we must make sure that the space
assigned to it permits installing, connecting and using the entire system.
Similarly, we must check to see that the electrical and pneumatic supplies
meet the necessary requirements of the melter equipment being installed.
Dimmensions
Item Description Dimensions
A EQUIPMENT LENGTH SF10 770 mm / 30.31 in
SF20 770 mm / 30.31 in
B EQUIPMENT WIDTH SF10 395 mm / 15.55 in
SF20 395 mm / 15.55 in
C EQUIPMENT HEIGHT SF10 510 mm / 20.07 in
SF20 605 mm / 23.81 in
D EQUIPMENT HEIGHT WITH LID OPEN SF10 940 mm / 37 in
SF20 1025 mm / 40.35 in

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Electrical Consumption
In order to install a melter equipment os this serie, we should take into
consideration the total consumption of the installation, including the
consumption of the installed hoses and applicators.
Before connecting, make sure that the voltage that is being connected to the
melter is the correct one appearing on the equipment’s characteristics plate.
Connect the machine and check to see if it is well grounded.
Warning: Risk of electrocution. Even when the equipment is turned off,
voltage remains in the intake terminals, which may be dangerous during
internal equipment manipulations.
Install a power switch for disconnecting the melter equipment from the
electrical network. It must be protected against overload and short circuits by
circuit breaker and install appropriate personal protection leads to mass by
differential switch.
Consumption figures, according to melter and output configuration, are
included in the table in the section ‘Electrical power connection’.
Hoses connection
Electrical connection
D
D
A A
C
C
B B
Hoses connection
Electrical connection