Microcanner PAK TECH Instruction Manual

microcanner PAK TECH APPLICATOR
OPERATING INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Version 3.0
Date 12/03/19

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•Never put hands or loose articles of clothing near or inside of a moving conveyor.
•Never permit children, or un-trained operators anywhere near an operating
machine.
•In the event of an emergency, hit the E-stop.
•Never perform adjustments without being in E-Stop mode, or unplugging the
machine.
•Never plug into an outlet that is not GFCI. Water and electricity do not mix.
•Never open the control panel while powered up / plugged in.
•Keep clear of all moving parts.
•Clear machine jams only when in E-stop mode or fully powered down.
•It is recommended that you wear safety glasses anytime during operation of the
Pak Tech system.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION 4
2 MACHINE REQUIREMENTS 4
3 GENERAL MACHINE SERVICE 4
4 START UP PROCEDURE 6

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1 INTRODUCTION
•Thank you for purchasing a microcanner PAK TECH system. This manual is written
for your benefit to help you fully understand how to operate and service your machine.
With proper operation and service your machine will offer you years of service.
•This system is designed to run 8, 12, and 16oz standard cans with a few simple
changeover steps.

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2 MACHINE REQUIREMENTS
•For safety purposes you should plug your machine into a 110v 20 amp GFCI outlet.
•Clean dry air supply to the machine. Below is one we would suggest.
ohttp://www.smcusa.com/products/idfb-refrigerated-air-dryer.aspx
oModel IDF B3E-11N should be adequate. Consult your local SMC
representative prior to purchase.
oFailure to provide dry air will destroy valves and void the warranty.
oAir Regulator at the machine is to be set at 70 P.S.I. If your pressure needle
jumps around during operation, you will need to supply a surge tank near the
machine.

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3 GENERAL MACHINE SERVICE
Like any other piece of equipment, your canning machine needs to be cleaned,
lubricated and serviced periodically. Screws loosen, Filters plug up with
contaminates and sensors vibrate out of adjustment. It is important to assign a
technician to learn the system and take good care of it.
•Prior to each use, all screws and sensors should be checked for tightness.
•Following each use, the entire machine should be hosed off (not pressure
washed). A bucket of warm water and dawn soap should be prepared, and the
machine be scrubbed with a soft plastic bristled bush. All water spots should be
polished off using vinegar and rags.
•After cleaning a food grade zero weight grease
(http://www.mcmaster.com/#1242k11/=125v2xd) needs to be applied using your
finger to the H slide rods and push cylinder rod (push cylinder rod only for MC-
1000 and MC-202 users)

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4 START UP PROCEDURE/SWITCHING FROM 8OZ TO 12OZ TO 16OZ
1. Line up the Pak Tech to the end of the canning line (See pictures). The drop from
the canning conveyor/chute to the Pak Tech deck should be level or slightly
below. Note: If the deck is higher it will cause the cans being pushed to tip over.
2. Adjust the foot pads (if necessary) to level.

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3. Fill the hopper with Pak Tech’s, do not stack higher than 2 inches above tops of
alignment posts.

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4.1 ADJUSTING THE PRESS ZONE
1. Use 2 seamed cans and place them under the Pak Tech drop chute.
2. Place a Pak Tech on the drop chute let it slide down until it hits the stopper
hook.
3. Manually push the cans toward the angled Pak Tech. It should catch the
edge of the can and bend under the press bar.
4. Once the first set of cans pass the press bar the Pak Tech should snap onto
the cans.
5. If the Pak Tech don’t easily grab the edge of the can you can adjust the
whole head height using the thumb screws on the large U-Bolt.
6. Always make sure your drop chute remains level relative to the side frames
of the Pak Tech. This can be adjusted using the four smaller thumb screws
located on the sides of the Pak Tech.

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7. The press roller might need adjustment while switching can sizes. To adjust
use a 7/16” open end wrench and a 7/32” allen wrench to adjust the height of
the roller. You want the roller to be just above the cans. Make sure to tighten
down the hex head screws so they are touching the roller and properly locked
down. If a Pak Tech is not fully locking onto the can this bar might need further
adjustment once running.
8. Remember to tighten all screws and bolts after final adjustment.
9. Remove setup cans and the machine is ready to run.