Novexx Solutions LA-SO User manual

Release 3 - 3/2016
OPERATING MANUAL
LA-SO
Applicator

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Content
Please Note -5
General Information -5
Validity of this manual and required compliance -5
How information is represented -6
For your safety -8
Intended use -8
Information and qualification -8
Safety functions -10
Operating safety of the machine -13
Every time before starting production -14
Warning symbols on the machine -15
Product description -16
Technical Data -16
Label material -16
Label rate -16
Application Process -17
Dimensions -18
Connections -18
Ambient conditions -18
Product Description -19
Product name -19
Intended Use -19
Configurations -19
System requirements -19
Functionality -20
Component overview -22
Startup -24
Assembly -24
Preparing the connection cable for the interlock circuit -24
Mounting on ALX 92x -25
Installing the service unit -26
Connecting the compressed air -27
Settings -28
Settings in parameter menu -28
Setting the choker valve -29
Setting the dwell time -29
Operation -30
Cleaning -30
Safety -30
Cleaning interval -30
Cleaning instructions -30

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Fault correction -31
Status -31
Call service -31
Appendix -32
Pneumatic plan -32
EU Declaration of Incorporation -1
Appendix regarding the Declaration of Incor-poration -2

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Please Note
GENERAL INFORMATION
Validity of this manual and required compliance
Contents
The complete operating manual for the LA- SO consist of the following parts:
• User manual (for operating personnel)
• Operating manual (for operating and service personnel)
• Service manual (for service personnel)
• Spare parts catalogue (for service personnel)
This operating manual describes the installation and operation of the named applicators. For safe
and proper operation of the dispenser/print-dispenser with attached LA- SO, it is indispensable to
consult the operating manual for the relevant dispenser/print-dispenser too.
For technical questions not covered in this operating manual:
Follow the instructions of the service manual for the applicator or the dispenser/print-dispenser
or
Request a service technician from our sales partner.
Our sales partner's customer service department is available especially for configuration settings
and malfunctions.
Device designation
LA-SO is the abbreviation for "Label Applicator Swing-On". The abbreviation ‘SO’ (swing on) distin-
guishes this applicator from other application techniques such as ‘blow on’ or ‘tamp on’.
The LA- SO is available in different designs and versions. For details refer to chapter
Configurations on page 21.
Technical release
04/2013
Liability
NOVEXX Solutions reserves the right:
• to make changes in design, parts and software and to use equivalent parts instead of those
specified for the purpose of technological progress.
• to change information in this manual.
Any obligation to extend these changes to machines previously delivered is excluded.
Copyright
NOVEXX Solutions retains all rights to this manual and its appendices. Reproduction, reprint or any
other type of duplication, including parts of the manual, are permitted only with written approval.
Printed in Germany

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Manufacturer
NOVEXX Solutions GmbH
Ohmstrasse 3
D-85386 Eching, Germany
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.novexx.com 
How information is represented
Explanation of symbols
To enhance readability and make information easier to find, different types of information are iden-
tified:
Instruction with no order of tasks assigned
1. Numbered instructions introduced by preceding text
2. The specified order must be followed!
Special note for action that must be performed.
Explanation of an error cause in the reference of error messages.
• Enumeration of features
• Other feature
The Experts symbol identifies activities that are reserved exclusively for qualified and spe-
cially trained personnel.
The information symbol identifies notes and recommendations as well as additional infor-
mation.
Notes about hazards and risks
Important instructions that must absolutely be followed are specially highlighted:
Illustrations
Illustrations appear in the text where required. References to these illustrations are shown in [squa-
re brackets] containing the number of the illustrations. Uppercase letters after an illustration num-
ber, for example [12A], refer to the corresponding item within the illustration.
WARNING!
A warning symbol refers to risks that can result in severe or fatal injuries! The note contains safe-
ty measures to protect affected persons.
Instructions must be followed without exception.
CAUTION!
A caution symbol refers to risks that can result in property damage or personal injury
(minor injuries). The note contains instructions for preventing damage.
Instructions must be followed without exception.

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Key symbols
Keys in the dispenser control panel (if present) are represented as symbols.
If multiple keys must be pressed simultaneously, the symbols are joined in the text by "+": +
Keys in the printer control panel are represented as text, for example "Press the ONLINE key".
Parameters
Parameters in the parameter menu are represented in the format MENU NAME > Parameter name in
grey type.

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FOR YOUR SAFETY
Intended use
Although the applicator is „partly completed machinery“ under the terms of the machinery
directive, for reasons of clarity it is called „machine“ or „applicator“ in this manual
The LA -SO is a device for automatic application of self-adhesive labels that are supplied by
a print & dispense machine ALX 92x. The LA -SO is firmly attached to the ALX 92x.
The advantage of the LA -SO is that it can be used to apply labels to the fronts of products, which
is not possible using classic tamp-on applicators (e.g., LA -TO).
Furthermore, the LA -SO can also apply labels to the sides or tops of products moving at speeds
faster than 20 m/min.
Any other type of or more extensive application will be considered non-intended use. NOVEXX
Solutions shall assume no liability for damage resulting from non-intended use of the machine.
Information and qualification
Ensuring the necessary qualification
Only fully trained and authorised personnel are permitted to operate, adjust and maintain the
machine.
Service work must only be performed by qualified and appropriately trained technical specialists
(service technicians) or the customer service department.
Areas of responsibilities for operating and servicing the machine must be clearly defined and
consistently observed.
Personnel must also be regularly instructed in on-the-job safety and environmental protection.
Qualification for operation
The instruction provided for the operating personnel must ensure:
• that the operating personnel can use the machine independently and without danger.
• that the operating personnel can rectify minor operating faults (for example a paper jam) inde-
pendently.
At least 2 persons should be instructed in operation.
Have a sufficient quantity of label materials available for tests and instruction.
WARNING!
The device described here is „partly completed machinery“ as defined by machinery directive
2006/42/EC!
Do not set the applicator in operation until it has been determined that the machine in which
the applicator will be installed meets the requirements of directive
2006/42 EC, appendix IIA.

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Qualification for system integrators and service technicians
Knowledge required to install the device and perform service work must be demonstrated through
appropriate qualification. Only service personnel with technical training are able to assess the tasks
to be performed and recognise potential dangers.
• Knowledge acquired through technical training in mechanics and electronics (for example in
Germany the training to become a mechatronics engineer).
• Participation in a technical training course for the corresponding device offered by the manu-
facturer.
• The service personnel must be acquainted with the functionality of the device.
• The system integrator must be acquainted with the functionality of the system into which the
device is being integrated.
Making note of information
Any product liability and warranty claims will not be valid unless the machine is operated according
to the instructions in the operating manual.
Tasks System integrator Operator Service technician
Install the machine X
Connect X
Make settings X
Switch on/off X X X
Insert/change material/ribbon X X X
Application-related settings X X X
Rectify minor operating faults a XX X
Clean the machine X X
Rectify major operating faults b X
Settings to the electronics/ mechanics X
Repairs X
Manual: Service manual Operating Manual Service manual,
spare parts catalogue
[Tab. 1] An example of the distribution of tasks among different qualified personnel.
a) For example faults during label feeding
b) For example replacement of lamp or printhead
WARNING!
The device can only be operated safely and efficiently by complying with all of the requisite in-
formation!
Carry out the installation, connection, programming, setting, and repairing of the machine ex-
clusively in accordance with the specifications in this manual.
Before beginning operation, read this operating manual and the operating manual of the dis-
penser/print-dispenser and follow all of the instructions.
Observe all additional safety and warning information given on the device.
Only technically knowledgeable persons are permitted to operate the device and make set-
tings on it.

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Keep product information at hand
This user manual
must remain readily available for operating personnel at a location near to the machine.
must be kept in legible condition.
If the machine is sold, it must be made available to the new owner.
The safety and warning symbols and messages on the machine must be kept in a clean and
legible state. Replace any signs that are damaged or missing.
Safety functions
Protective equipment
A separating protective device must be installed by the system integrator in compliance with the
requirements of EN953. It could be a protective enclosure with a secured door, for example.
The separating protective equipment is not included in the scope of delivery of the machine.
WARNING!
Danger of personal injury and property damage!
Without operational safety functions and protective equipment the LA -SO may cause personal
injury and property damage.
Do not operate the machine without protective equipment.
Do not operate the machine when the safety functions are deactivated.