multivac P300 User manual

Language: English (EN) - Original operating manual Order number: P300-P-WO-0006111.2-EN-ER
Instruction manual
Chamber machine P300
MCB01
Serial number:
.........................................................
Service address: Manufacturer:
MULTIVAC
Sepp Haggenmüller GmbH & Co. KG
Bahnhofstraße 4
D-87787 Wolfertschwenden, Germany
Tel.: [phone]
www.multivac.com
Date: 11.06.2014
The reproduction, distribution and utilization of this document as well as the communication of its contents to others without express authorization is
prohibited. Offenders will be held liable for the payment of damages. All rights reserved in the event of the grant of a patent, utility model or design.

Contents
2 11.06.2014
Contents
Important information on the manual ....................................................................................... 5
Machine documentation ...................................................................................................... 5
Changes not covered in the manual.................................................................................... 5
Symbols used...................................................................................................................... 6
1Safety.................................................................................................................................. 8
1.1 General safety instructions......................................................................................... 8
1.1.1 Target group................................................................................................... 8
1.1.2 Unauthorised modifications and manufacture of spare parts....................... 10
1.2 EC Conformity.......................................................................................................... 11
1.3 Intended use ............................................................................................................ 11
1.3.1 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) ........................................................... 12
1.3.2 Non-ionising radiation .................................................................................. 12
1.4 Reasonably foreseeable incorrect use..................................................................... 12
1.5 Warning against incorrect use.................................................................................. 12
1.6 Residual risks........................................................................................................... 13
1.7 Obligations of the operating company...................................................................... 13
1.7.1 Creating the operating directive ................................................................... 13
1.7.2 Monitoring obligation.................................................................................... 13
1.7.3 Making the selection of personnel................................................................ 14
1.7.4 Training the personnel ................................................................................. 14
1.7.5 Providing personal protective equipment ..................................................... 14
1.7.6 Avoiding hazards.......................................................................................... 14
1.7.7 Providing the installation location................................................................. 14
1.7.8 Provide power supply................................................................................... 15
1.7.9 Observe the requirements for the gas supply .............................................. 15
1.7.10 Avoiding hygiene risks ................................................................................. 16
1.7.11 Checking the packs...................................................................................... 17
1.7.12 Pump protection function ............................................................................. 18
1.7.13 Testing pressure equipment......................................................................... 18
1.8 Danger zones........................................................................................................... 18
1.8.1 Chamber lid.................................................................................................. 20
1.8.2 Vacuum pump .............................................................................................. 20
1.8.3 Electrical system .......................................................................................... 20
1.9 Safety devices.......................................................................................................... 20
1.10 Machine labelling ..................................................................................................... 20
2Description....................................................................................................................... 22
2.1 Construction of the machine .................................................................................... 22
2.2 Optional equipment .................................................................................................. 22
2.2.1 Gas flushing system..................................................................................... 22

Contents
11.06.2014 3
2.3 Control terminal........................................................................................................ 23
2.4 Display ..................................................................................................................... 24
2.5 Process sequence.................................................................................................... 25
2.6 Times which have to be set...................................................................................... 26
2.7 Technical specifications ........................................................................................... 27
3Start-up............................................................................................................................. 31
3.1 Setting up the machine and starting it up................................................................. 31
4Operation ......................................................................................................................... 41
4.1 Opening and closing the chamber lid....................................................................... 41
4.2 Switching on the machine ........................................................................................ 42
4.3 Switching off the machine ........................................................................................ 42
4.4 Setting the times ...................................................................................................... 43
4.5 Packing products...................................................................................................... 43
4.6 Aborting evacuation ................................................................................................. 46
4.7 Aborting packaging procedure ................................................................................. 46
4.8 Working with recipes ................................................................................................ 47
4.8.1 Load recipe .................................................................................................. 47
4.8.2 Save recipe .................................................................................................. 47
4.9 Perform pump protection function ............................................................................ 47
5Adjustment work and setup ........................................................................................... 49
5.1 Insert and remove the sloping insert ........................................................................ 49
6Cleaning ........................................................................................................................... 50
6.1 Notes on cleaning .................................................................................................... 50
6.1.1 Instructions for creating company cleaning guidelines................................. 50
6.1.2 Instructions for maintaining the machine's value ......................................... 51
6.1.3 Instructions on the handling of cleansers..................................................... 52
6.1.4 Instructions on the handling of disinfectants ................................................ 52
6.1.5 Instructions on the handling of anti-corrosion agents and lubricants ........... 53
6.1.6 Instructions on the handling of cleaning devices.......................................... 53
6.2 Cleaning recommendations ..................................................................................... 53
6.3 Care products table.................................................................................................. 56
7Maintenance.....................................................................................................................59
7.1 Maintenance schedule ............................................................................................. 59
7.2 Service recommendation ......................................................................................... 60
7.2.1 Vacuum pump - Perform the pump protection function................................ 60
7.2.2 Entire machine - Visual inspection............................................................... 60
7.2.3 Entire machine - Alkaline cleaning and disinfection..................................... 61
7.2.4 Entire machine - Perform a wipe test ........................................................... 61
7.2.5 Entire machine - Acidic cleaning and disinfection........................................ 61
7.2.6 Connections - Visual inspection................................................................... 61
7.2.7 Vacuum pump - Checking oil level, topping up ............................................ 61
7.2.8 Vacuum pump - Oil change.......................................................................... 62
7.2.9 Vacuum pump - Exchanging the air de-oiling element................................. 62
7.2.10 Entire machine - Check the age................................................................... 62

Contents
4 11.06.2014
7.3 Replace the sealing bar ........................................................................................... 62
7.3.1 Remove the sealing bar ............................................................................... 62
7.3.2 Install the sealing bar ................................................................................... 63
7.4 Repair counter-pressure bar .................................................................................... 63
7.5 Open and close the housing .................................................................................... 65
7.5.1 Open housing............................................................................................... 65
7.5.2 Close housing .............................................................................................. 67
7.6 Change the oil in the vacuum pump......................................................................... 68
7.6.1 Drain oil........................................................................................................ 68
7.6.2 Filling the vacuum pump with oil. ................................................................. 70
7.7 Change the air de-oiling element ............................................................................. 72
7.8 Change chamber lid gasket ..................................................................................... 74
7.9 Check the chamber for leaks ................................................................................... 75
8Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 77
8.1 Faults with diagnostic message ............................................................................... 77
8.2 Faults without diagnostic message ......................................................................... 77
9Shutdown, transport, storage ........................................................................................ 80
9.1 Shutting down the machine...................................................................................... 80
9.2 Transporting the machine ........................................................................................ 80
9.2.1 Transporting the machine ............................................................................ 80
9.3 Storing the machine ................................................................................................. 81
10 Disposal ........................................................................................................................... 82
10.1 Disposing of the machine......................................................................................... 82
10.2 Dispose of operating materials................................................................................. 82
10.2.1 Disposing of oil and grease.......................................................................... 82
10.2.2 Disposing of packaging materials ................................................................ 83
10.2.3 Dispose of chemicals ................................................................................... 83
11 Spare parts....................................................................................................................... 85
MULTIVAC branch offices........................................................................................................ 87

Important information on the manual
11.06.2014 5
Important information on the manual
Read the manual carefully before you begin working with the machine.
• This manual is an integral component of the unit. Keep the manual
for future reference.
• Do not work with the machine until you have read through the
manual and completely understood its contents.
• Please contact MULTIVAC as soon as possible if there is some-
thing you do not understand in the manual! Your comments will
help us to further improve the manual.
• Do not start up the machine if there are any visible defects!
• Only trained persons are permitted to install, operate and service
the machine. The operating company is responsible for the qualifi-
cations and training of operating personnel.
• If you sell, transfer ownership or lend the machine to others, you
must provide the manual along with it!
For reasons of clarity, some illustrations show the machine without
the prescribed safety devices. Operating the machine without the
safety devices is prohibited.
WARNING
Injury hazard!
Altered, damaged, defective or incorrectly applied or missing safety
devices will render the danger zones unprotected.
Unprotected danger zones can cause serious or even fatal injuries.
¾Do NOT alter the safety devices.
¾Use only MULTIVAC spare parts and accessories.
Before switching on the machine each time:
¾Check that all safety guards close completely and prevent
reaching into the danger zones.
¾Check that only those safety devices are used which are suit-
able for the machine equipment.
¾Check that all safety devices are functional and in a technically
flawless condition.
Machine documentation
• Instruction manual.
• EU Declaration of Conformity
Info
The complete scope of delivery is listed in the order confirmation.
Changes not covered in the manual
Continuous development is the foundation for ensuring that our ma-
chines are technically advanced and of high quality. For this reason,

Important information on the manual
Changes not covered in the manual
6 11.06.2014
you may discover slight deviations between the specifications in the
manual and your machine. We also cannot rule out errors. The speci-
fications, figures and descriptions in this manual do not constitute a
legal contract between the manufacturer and customer.
Symbols used
Warnings draw your attention to hazards. Warnings are displayed in
the following form:
DANGER
Danger from electrical shock!
Used to indicate that serious danger of electrical shock is imminent.
Ignoring this danger can cause serious or even fatal injuries.
¾Observe the notices for avoiding danger.
DANGER
Immediate danger!
Used to indicate that serious danger is imminent.
Ignoring this danger can cause serious or even fatal injuries.
¾Observe the notices for avoiding danger.
WARNING
Dangerous situations!
Used to indicate dangerous situations.
Non-observance can cause serious or even fatal injuries.
¾Observe the notices for avoiding danger.
CAUTION
Potentially dangerous situations!
Used to indicate potentially dangerous situations.
Ignoring this danger can cause injuries.
¾Observe the notices for avoiding danger.
NOTICE Danger of material damage!
Used to indicate potentially dangerous situations.
Ignoring these situations can cause material damage.
¾Observe the notices for avoiding danger.
Information that contributes to a better understanding of how the ma-
chine functions is shown in the following form:
Info
Indicates information on special features deserving your attention.
Instructions to follow are displayed in the following form:
¾Press key A.
¾Release screw B.

Important information on the manual
Symbols used
11.06.2014 7
¾Press key C.
• Enumerated items are marked with bullet points.
– Dashes are used to mark sub-items of enumerated lists or se-
quences of steps to be taken.

Safety
8 11.06.2014
1 Safety
1.1 General safety instructions
The machine incorporates the latest technological principles. Never-
theless, potential hazards for persons, the machine and other materi-
als cannot be entirely excluded.
• Before you start up the machine, read through the instruction
manual and follow the instructions contained therein.
• Keep the instruction manual near the machine for future reference.
• Observe the safety and accident prevention regulations valid in
your country.
1.1.1 Target group
The persons, who work with or at the machine, must have as a mini-
mum requirement the following capabilities, knowledge and compe-
tence:
• The persons are authorized by the company operating the ma-
chine to carry out those tasks, which they perform with or at the
machine.
• The persons are at least 14 years old.
• The persons know the danger zones of the machine and the acci-
dent prevention regulations.
• The persons know how they should behave in an emergency
situation.
• The persons have been given instruction about the machine and
are familiar with the handling of it.
• The persons have read and understood the operating directive.
• The persons have read and understood the instruction manual of
the machine.
• The persons have been informed about the possible hygiene risks.
The persons, who put the machine into service, or adjust and set it up,
or who are responsible for maintenance work and eliminating faults,
must have the following capabilities, knowledge and competence:
• Due to their professional training, knowledge and experience, as
well as their familiarity with the relevant regulations, the persons
are able to assess the tasks assigned to them and to recognize
potential hazards.
• The persons can read and interpret technical texts and technical
drawings or plans.
• The persons are familiar with the handling of computer-controlled
machines.
• The persons can install components and modules for technically
complex systems.

Safety
General safety instructions
11.06.2014 9
• The persons can ensure that the machine remains capable of op-
eration.
• The persons can perform maintenance work and inspections.
The persons, who carry out work on electrical components, must
have as a minimum requirement the following capabilities, knowledge
and competence:
• Due to their professional training, knowledge and experience, as
well as their familiarity with the relevant regulations, the persons
are able to assess the tasks assigned to them and to recognize
potential hazards.
• The persons have been trained as qualified electricians and are
able to prove this.
• The persons have up-to-date knowledge and experience in the
electrical area, and they have actively practised these skills in re-
cent years.
The persons, who carry out work on gas supplies, must have as a
minimum requirement the following capabilities, knowledge and com-
petence:
• Due to their professional training, knowledge and experience, as
well as their familiarity with the relevant regulations, the persons
are able to assess the tasks assigned to them and to recognize
potential hazards.
• The persons have been trained in handling gas supplies and are
able to prove this.
• The persons have up-to-date knowledge and experience in gas
supplies, and they have actively practised these skills in recent
years.
WARNING
Injury hazard!
Operating the machine in a negligent and inattentive manner is very
dangerous.
Negligent handling, inattentiveness and a disorderly work area can
cause serious injuries.
¾Do NOT operate the machine if you are tired or under the influ-
ence of alcohol or medication.
¾Work attentively and with care.
¾Wear personal protective equipment.
¾Keep the work area clean and orderly.
¾Only carry out work for which training has been given.

Safety
General safety instructions
10 11.06.2014
NOTICE Danger of material damage!
Improper use of the machine can damage it.
Damage can cause faults in the machine, which in turn can result in
reject packs.
¾Do NOT overload the machine.
¾Clean and service the machine on a regular basis.
¾Check if the machine is in full working order prior to starting
work.
¾Do NOT start the machine if you notice defects, damage or a
change in the operating behaviour of the machine.
¾Have faults and damage repaired immediately by an authorised
technician.
¾Repairs and service work should only be carried out by an
authorised technician.
1.1.2 Unauthorised modifications and manufacture of
spare parts
Genuine MULTIVAC spare parts and accessories provide the highest
level of safety for personnel. Parts and equipment from other manu-
facturers have not been tested by MULTIVAC and are therefore not
approved. The use of such components can alter the properties of the
machine and thereby impair safe operation.
WARNING
Injury hazard!
It is very dangerous to use third-party parts.
The use of third-party parts endangers safe operation and can
cause serious injuries.
¾Do NOT perform any unauthorised modifications or conver-
sions.
¾Do NOT modify or remove any protective or safety devices.
¾Use only MULTIVAC spare parts and accessories.
The manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage caused by the
use of third-party parts or unauthorised modifications.
Fig. 1: Pro Original
The lubricants recommended by MULTIVAC are ideally matched to
the individual modules of the machine.

Safety
General safety instructions
11.06.2014 11
NOTICE Danger of material damage!
The use of unsuitable lubricants can increase the wear of the ma-
chine and lead to corrosion of the transport chains.
This can damage the machine.
¾Only use recommended lubricants for the transport chains.
1.2 EC Conformity
In the design and construction of packaging lines, packaging ma-
chines or auxiliary packaging machines, the following regulations
have been observed:
• EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
• EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EEC (excep-
tion: industrial trucks such as lift trucks and die changing trolleys).
• Regulation 1935/2004/EC on materials and articles intended to
come into contact with food.
The safety objectives of the EC Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
are complied with in accordance with point 1.5.1 of Annex I to the EC
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC (exception: industrial trucks such as
lift trucks and die changing trolleys).
Agent authorised to compile the relevant technical documentation
according to Directive 2006/42/EC:
MULTIVAC Sepp Haggenmüller GmbH & Co. KG
Department of Technical Services
Bahnhofstraße 4
87787 Wolfertschwenden, Germany
Manufacturer:
MULTIVAC Sepp Haggenmüller GmbH & Co. KG
Bahnhofstraße 4
87787 Wolfertschwenden, Germany
Managing Director:
H.-J. Boekstegers
1.3 Intended use
The machine is a piece of technical equipment to be used exclusively
as a working appliance. The machine may only be operated by per-
sons older than 14 years of age.
Use the machine only to pack products in pre-made film pouches.
The film pouches are closed with a seal seam.
For specifications, see Technical specifications.

Safety
Intended use
12 11.06.2014
Any other use is considered improper and can endanger persons, the
product and the machine.
1.3.1 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
The machine has been designed for use in residential, business and
industrial areas (without a separate power substation, it can be con-
nected directly to the public mains). Operation can be impaired when
used in an industrial environment.
1.3.2 Non-ionising radiation
The machine produces unintended non-ionising radiation. This is only
emitted by electrical operating equipment as a function of its inherent
technical nature. e.g. from electric motors, high voltage wires, mag-
netic coils. There are moreover no strong permanent magnets built
into the machine. Any effect on active implants can therefore be ex-
cluded with a high degree of probability as long as a safety distance
of 30 cm is maintained between the implant and the field source. Ac-
tive implants can be: heart pacemakers, defibrillators etc.
1.4 Reasonably foreseeable incorrect use
The following work methods are not in accordance with regulations
and therefore are prohibited:
• Operating in an atmosphere capable of explosion.
• Inserting or packing of highly flammable, combustible or explosion-
prone products.
• Packing of dust-forming or powder-forming material.
• Gas flushing of film pouches with explosive gas mixtures (e.g.
oxygen proportion over 21 %).
• Use of the chamber lid as a storage, working or cutting surface.
• Cleaning of the chamber lid with cleaning agents which have an
abrasive effect (e.g. abrasive household liquid cleaner, scouring
pads, steel wool etc).
• Aseptic packing of products.
Info
Misuse will exclude any liability on behalf of the manufacturer. In
such a case, the operating company is solely responsible.
1.5 Warning against incorrect use
• Incorrect operation
For example: sealing times that are too short or too long and there-
fore result in improperly sealed packs which in turn damage the
product.
• Neglecting the following work tasks:
– Inspections.

Safety
Warning against incorrect use
11.06.2014 13
– Cleaning work.
– Maintenance work.
• Use of third-party parts, i.e. parts that are not MULTIVAC spare
parts.
• Operation under prohibited ambient conditions.
1.6 Residual risks
The safety instructions in this manual serve as guidelines for trained
operating personnel in safe working practice with the machine. The
manufacturer cannot however foresee all possible product-related
hazards. This is why the safety instructions and warnings on the ma-
chine and in this manual cannot be considered exhaustive. The oper-
ating company and operating personnel remain ultimately responsible
for safety.
1.7 Obligations of the operating company
1.7.1 Creating the operating directive
The machine and operating materials are a potential source of haz-
ards. The operating company is obliged to draw up an operating di-
rective. The operating directive regulates the handling of hazardous
machines or operating materials, as well as laying down rules for be-
haviour in the case of an emergency. The required information can be
found in the following documents:
• The EC directives for worker protection.
• National legislation.
• Accident prevention regulations.
• The machine instruction manual.
1.7.2 Monitoring obligation
The operating company is obliged to continuously monitor the condi-
tion of the entire machine, for example:
• Visible defects or damage.
• Changes in the operating behaviour.
• Age of the machine.
The operating company is obliged to ensure, that the machine is no
longer operated when it is older than 19 years. The correct function-
ing of the safety functions for the electronic components can no
longer be guaranteed after this age. The year of manufacture on the
type plate of the machine serves as the starting point for assessing
the age. In order to be able to operate the machine after this, the op-
erating company must commission the manufacturer to check the
safety functions of the machine.

Safety
Obligations of the operating company
14 11.06.2014
Info
Do NOT start up the machine, if there are visible defects or if the
machine is older than 19 years.
1.7.3 Making the selection of personnel
The operating company has to choose the personnel according to the
tasks to be carried out, see Section 1.1.1 "TARGET GROUP". The oper-
ating company has to order and authorise the personnel for the tasks
to be carried out.
Info
Trainees or other persons receiving instructions may only operate
the unit under the constant supervision of an experienced techni-
cian.
1.7.4 Training the personnel
The operating company is responsible for ensuring, that the person-
nel is trained and instructed in accordance with the tasks, which have
been assigned to them. The following measures can for example con-
tribute to the training and instruction:
• Provide an operating directive, which is comprehensible to the
personnel.
• Instruct personnel on how to handle the machine correctly.
• Make the machine instruction manual accessible to the personnel.
If necessary, order an instruction manual from the manufacturer in
the appropriate official language.
• Inform the personnel about measures for avoiding hygiene risks.
• MULTIVAC offers appropriate training courses.
1.7.5 Providing personal protective equipment
The operating company must ensure that the operators wear the re-
quired personal protective equipment (foot protection, head gear,
gloves, etc.) in accordance with the national directives which apply. In
Europe the directive 89/656/EEC specifies the minimum mandatory
requirements for the use of personal protective equipment.
1.7.6 Avoiding hazards
The operating company must check, whether there are special haz-
ards during operation, e.g. through hazardous fumes. The operating
company must undertake measures to avoid or limit the hazards.
1.7.7 Providing the installation location
The operating company is obliged to provide a suitable installation
location for the machine. The requirements for the installation location
can be obtained from the manufacturer.

Safety
Obligations of the operating company
11.06.2014 15
1.7.8 Provide power supply
Connect the machine to the mains electricity at an always easily ac-
cessible place. In the case of an emergency the machine must be
capable of being disconnected immediately from the mains electricity.
The power supply must be equipped as follows:
• Overcurrent protective device according to IEC 60204-1: 2005.
• Mains power breaker according to IEC 60204-1: 2005.
Connection via residual
current protective
device
If the machine is to be operated via a residual current protective de-
vice, a residual current protective device which is sensitive to all types
of current should be used.
Info
In exceptional cases, the leakage current can be so high that an
isolating transformer needs to be installed between the power sup-
ply and the machine.
Connection to IT
network
The machine cannot be connected directly to an IT network.
The IT network must be converted to a TN-S network by an isolating
transformer. The machine is connected to the TN-S network.
1.7.9 Observe the requirements for the gas supply
Info
Compliance with the following requirements is mandatory and is
one of the operating company's imperative obligations!
General requirements
• The operating company is obliged to connect the gas supply in a
way that poses no danger to employees or third parties.
• The operating company is obliged to create an instruction manual
with all safety-related information for the following phases in the
service life of the machine:
– Starting up.
– Operation and conduct in the event of unusual occurrences.
– Servicing during operation.
– Shutdown.
– Rectification of faults.
• All parts of the gas supply and its equipment, which come into con-
tact with oxidizing acting gases, are to be kept free of oil and
grease.

Safety
Obligations of the operating company
16 11.06.2014
• The operating company must ensure that the input and operating
pressures given in the Technical specifications are adhered to and
not exceeded.
Personnel qualifications
Only qualified persons with the corresponding required training, ex-
perience and reliability may perform work on the gas supply.
Structural requirements
• The operating company is obliged to install a pressure reducer and
safety valve in the gas supply line to the machine.
• The operating company is obliged to connect the machine to the
gas supply with a lockable ball valve.
When the ball valve is closed, the supply of gas to the machine is
interrupted.
• It must be ensured that the input pressure at the machine does not
exceed that given in the Technical specifications, e.g. through the
fitting of an overpressure valve.
• The pressure relief capacity of the safety valve must be dimen-
sioned for the maximum possible throughput of the pressure re-
ducer.
• In the case of a release of pressure, the gas must be diverted to
non-hazardous areas.
1.7.10 Avoiding hygiene risks
A high standard of hygiene is achieved through design, choice of ma-
terials and workmanship.
It is imperative that this high level of hygiene be maintained by every
operating company. Particularly where food or sterile medical prod-
ucts are being packed, the currently valid hygiene standards must be
strictly observed. The person charged by the operating company with
safety and/or hygiene must clarify, which regulations apply to the
product to be packed, and the person must then implement these
regulations.
The manufacturer assumes no liability whatsoever for any warranty
claims and damage claims of any kind resulting from insufficient hy-
giene and insufficient cleaning.

Safety
Obligations of the operating company
11.06.2014 17
WARNING
Health hazard!
Insufficient or sporadic cleaning can promote the growth of micro-
organisms which can change unfavourably the product that is to be
packed.
This can severely damage the health of people, especially of the
consumers.
Among other measures the following are definitely required:
¾Create a company cleaning guideline.
¾Perform cleaning regularly.
¾Check the effectiveness of cleaning procedures on a regular
basis.
¾Follow instructions in the chapter 'Cleaning'.
1.7.11 Checking the packs
CAUTION
Health hazard!
Faulty or damaged packs (reject packs) can have far-reaching con-
sequences, for example, spoiled products.
Spoiled products can pose a health hazard.
¾Check packs on a regular basis during running operation.
¾Do NOT put faulty or damaged packs (reject packs) into circula-
tion.
Info
It is the operating company's duty to determine the overall testing
procedure.
Testing procedure
Depending on the film pouch and the demands placed on the packs,
various types of testing procedures are available, e.g.:
• Check seal seam width.
• Visual inspection: Asses the pack optically.
• Storage test: Store a good pack for a defined period and then re-
inspect.
• Stacking test: Stack good packs on top of each other for a defined
period and then re-inspect.
• Check the seal seam strength with a tensile testing machine.
• Low-pressure test (for vacuum packs).
• Measurement residual oxygen (for gas-flushed packs).
The following faults can result in a pack not being airtight:
• A leaky seal seam. Possible reasons:
– The inside of the packaging material is contaminated by product
in the seal seam area.
– The sealing time is too short.

Safety
Obligations of the operating company
18 11.06.2014
• Damage to the pack caused e.g. by sharp-edged products.
Time of inspection
• After machine start-up.
• When a defined time interval was reached during running opera-
tion.
• When the pack size was changed.
• When other types of films or other film thicknesses are being used.
• When spare parts or wearing parts were built in.
• After faults to the machine were eliminated.
• After changes to the machine settings.
1.7.12 Pump protection function
The vacuum pump in the machine runs for a set time when the
chamber lid has been closed. During this time any undesired liquid in
the oil of the vacuum pump evaporates. This increases the lifespan of
the vacuum pump. When packaging moist or liquid products, the op-
erating company is obliged to perform this function at least once a
day at the end of a working day. The manufacturer assumes no liabil-
ity whatsoever for any warranty claims and damage claims of any
kind that result from the insufficient performance of this function.
NOTICE Danger of material damage!
Penetration by foreign matter (e.g. liquids, product residue, foreign
bodies) will damage the vacuum pump.
Damage can cause faults in the machine, which in turn can result in
reject packs.
¾Cancel the evacuation process immediately if foreign matter is
sucked in.
¾Change the oil in the vacuum pump.
1.7.13 Testing pressure equipment
The operating company is responsible for observing the country-
specific test intervals for pressure equipment. This test is to be per-
formed by qualified persons.
1.8 Danger zones
Be particularly aware of the following danger zones:

Safety
Danger zones
11.06.2014 19
Fig. 2: Danger zones
1 Chamber lid
2 Vacuum pump
3 Electrical system
WARNING
Injury hazard!
Altered, damaged, defective or incorrectly applied or missing safety
devices will render the danger zones unprotected.
Unprotected danger zones can cause serious or even fatal injuries.
¾Do NOT alter the safety devices.
¾Use only MULTIVAC spare parts and accessories.
Before switching on the machine each time:
¾Check that all safety guards close completely and prevent
reaching into the danger zones.
¾Check that only those safety devices are used which are suit-
able for the machine equipment.
¾Check that all safety devices are functional and in a technically
flawless condition.

Safety
Danger zones
20 11.06.2014
1.8.1 Chamber lid
CAUTION
Danger of crushing!
The gas strut is unhooked by opening the chamber lid completely.
The chamber lid can therefore fall down unimpeded.
Reaching in between the housing and the falling chamber lid can
lead to crushing injuries.
¾Close the chamber lid by hand and do NOT let it fall down.
1.8.2 Vacuum pump
WARNING
Burn hazard!
The surface of the vacuum pump can reach temperatures of over
70 °C during operation.
Touching the vacuum pump can lead to burns.
Before performing any work on the vacuum pump:
¾Allow the vacuum pump to cool down.
¾Wear personal protective equipment.
1.8.3 Electrical system
DANGER
Dangerous voltage!
Inside are electrically charged components.
Touching electrically charged components can cause serious or
even fatal injuries.
¾Before opening the housing, disconnect the machine from the
mains electricity.
¾Only qualified electricians are permitted to work on electrically
charged components.
¾Do NOT touch damaged electrical cables but have them re-
placed immediately by a qualified electrician.
¾If any electrical cables are damaged, stop the machine immedi-
ately.
1.9 Safety devices
The housing is a safety guard and prevents the reaching into danger
zones. The closed housing must be secured with the screws before
the machine can be operated.
1.10 Machine labelling
Safety and information labels have been attached to the machine.
• Do NOT remove these labels.
• Make sure all labels are intact and legible.