Palamides delta 151 User manual

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Manual Instruction
Model 151
April 2005
palamides GmbH
Benzstraße 14 – 71272 Renningen
Tel: [phone] / 92570-0 – Fax [phone]
www.palamides.de

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Contents
1How it works......................................................................................................................7
2Technical Data ..................................................................................................................9
3Fundamental Safety Advice ............................................................................................11
4Machine installation.........................................................................................................13
5Description of the machine parts.....................................................................................16
6Handling and Operation ..................................................................................................20
7Setting up the machine....................................................................................................27
8Optimisation menu ..........................................................................................................43
9Quick set-up....................................................................................................................46
10 Quick Check....................................................................................................................47
11 Sensors, Pneumatics, Motors .........................................................................................49

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How it works 1
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Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer Declaration
according to EC-Machinery Directive 98/37/EG, Annex II A
We palamides GmbH
Benzstr. 14
71272 Renningen/Germany
Hereby declare that because of their design and construction, the machinery/devices
detailed below comply with the Health and Safety legislation of the EC-Machinery Directive.
This Declaration becomes invalid if an alteration is made which has not been agreed with
ourselves.
Product Automatic Delivery delta
Model 151, 152, 153
Serial number
Appropriate EC-Directives:
EC-Machinery Directive (98/37/EG)
EC-Low Tension Directive (73/23/EWG)
To comply the basic requirements we consulted the following appropriate standards:
EN 12100-1; EN 12100-2; EN 294
pr EN 1010 EN 60204-1
Date 16.10.2006
Signature (S. Palamides)
Identification of the
Signatory Managing Director

1How it works
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Preface
You have acquired a technically superior industrial product in the delta automatic delivery
and by paying careful attention to the operating instructions, you will achieve the highest
levels of reliability and performance.
The delta is a fully automatic delivery system, which greatly rationalises the production
process behind the folding machine or saddle stitcher. Depending on the model, up to 5-up
work can be simultaneously processed in a very wide format range.
Sophisticated technical detailed solutions are responsible for the outstandingly high
production reliability. All sheets are measured at the infeed and, if necessary, are ejected.
The pile is bundled directly in the collection shaft using the patented operating process which
has been implemented in the delta.
Here, the most important aspect is not the bundling of the packages, but the rationalisation
achieved. By using a delta, one person can operate a folding machine rather than 2-3. With a
saddle stitcher, the work can easily be taken off the machine by the same operators who
load it.
•Rationalisation of the delivery process on saddle stitchers and folding machines.
•Makes use of the top running speed and performance of the producing machines
•Short setting-up times
•High efficiency due to the versatile application possibilities and the large format
range
•Pays for itself quickly
•Mark-free delivery (no smearing on freshly printed or sensitive sheets)
•Integrated pressing unit with main and pre-press rollers
•Ergonomically convenient working height for removing bundles
•By using different coloured bands per up-work, different versions (e.g. language
versions) can be easily distinguished.
These operating instructions should guide you in operating the stacking delivery correctly, in
complying with the safety regulations and in servicing the machine properly.

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1 How it works
1.1 Area of application
The delta automatic delivery is primarily a fully automatic delivery system which greatly
rationalises the production process after a folding machine or saddle stitcher. The products
are counted and bundled in easily handled piles. Products such as advertising brochures,
mailings and signatures can be processed.
1.2 How it works
The delta automatic delivery is a fully automatic delivery system for cost-effective packaging
of pamphlets, signatures and brochures. Up to 5-up in a very large format range are
processed simultaneously. The exceptionally high production reliability is achieved through
sophisticated detailed solutions. As a result, all sheets are measured at the infeed and, if
necessary, ejected. The pressing unit, which is fitted as standard, together with the jogging
device, ensures that pile formation is neat and reliable. The pile is bundled directly in the
collection shaft using the patented operating process which has been implemented in the
delta. No slipping in the pile, whether unstable products or the smallest package, the delta
bundles reliably. Bundling is carried out using a choice of coated Kraft paper or PE film in
easily changeable magazines. The bundled packages are laid out on a package lift, which
conveys the packages to an ergonomically convenient working height.
Standard equipment
ELECTRONIC FORMAT MONITORING WITH WASTE SHEET DEFLECTOR
Incorrectly folded products are ejected.
ELECTRONIC CONNECTION TO MBO FOLDING MACHINES
Connection to the start/stop function, as well as the sheet call-up function
(24-pin design).
ELECTRONIC SHEET COUNTER
Counts the products irrespective of the production machine.
EQUIPMENT FOR PROCESSING MULTIPLE UP-WORK
delta up to 5-up, depending on model.
PRESSING DEVICE
Maximum 3.5t with pre and main pressing rollers.

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Options
SMALL FORMAT DEVICE
For processing products up to 90mm x 65mm.
STACKING LEVEL COMPENSATION 70MM
For forming tidy piles of spine stitched brochures and 4-sided folded products.
STACKING LEVEL COMPENSATION 150MM
For products which spread out heavily at the binding edge.
ANTISTATIC DEVICE
For improved processing of products laden with static.
AIR BLAST DEVICE
For smooth processing of difficult products on
Saddle stitchers and from layered folding.
SMALL PACKAGE DEVICE
For creating packages with a pile height of less than 20 mm
SADDLE STITCHER CONNECTION
For operation with saddle stitchers. An appropriate saddle stitcher plug to be
provided by the customer.
NAVIGATOR INTERFACE
For operation after MBO folding machines with Navigator control.
STAHL INTERFACE (10-PIN)
For operation after Stahl folding machines with 10-pin plug.
STAHL DIGITAL INTERFACE
For operation after Stahl digital folding machines
(only in connection with a 10-pin Stahl interface).
BARCODE RECOGNITION
For postcode sorting or for the collating function on digital printing machines.
PRINTER’S IMPRINT READER
For reliable separation of single book blocks in book-on-demand lines
CARD INSERTER
To supply a card for the upper and lower side of the pile, which is bundled with it.

Technical Data 2
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2 Technical Data
2.1 Formats
Infeed width x Infeed length
Minimum format
(without small package device) 110mm x 95 mm
Minimum format
(with small package device) 90 mm x 65 mm
delta502
max. for 1-up 510 mm x 305 mm
max. for 2-up 235 mm x 305 mm
delta703
max. for 1-up 760 mm x 305 mm
max. for 2-up 335 mm x 305 mm
max. for 3-up 235 mm x 305 mm
delta705
max. for 1-up 760 mm x 305 mm
max. for 2-up 335 mm x 305 mm
max. for 3-up 235 mm x 305 mm
max. for 4-up 175mm x 305 mm
max. for 5-up 148 mm x 305 mm
min. package height (without small package device) 20mm
min. package height with small package device) 3mm
max. package height (depends on product ) 150 mm
Performance Over 600 Packages/h per up-work
Over 60.000 Products/h per up-work (depends on
product)
Speed 15-200m/min

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Noise level, measured according to EN 13023:2003 does not exceed 83dB(A)
(Measuring device B&K, Type 2221, Serial no. 16 95 9 64, microphone type
4176, no. 1718861, accuracy class 1, acoustic calibrator type 4230, serial no.
1678942
2.2 Connections
Elec. connection 6 KW
Compressed air
consumption 350 ltr/min net, 6 bar, dry, filtered air supplied by the customer
The supply of purified, dry compressed air (6 bar) is not included in delivery.
delta layout

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3 Fundamental Safety Advice
3.1 Warning advice and symbols
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DANGER
This symbol means immediate, imminent danger to a person's life or health.
Ignoring this warning results in severe consequences for a person's health,
up to critical injury.
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WARNING
This symbol means possible, imminent danger to a person's life or health.
Ignoring this warning results in severe consequences for a person's health,
up to critical injury.
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CAUTION
This symbol means a possible dangerous situation.
Ignoring this warning results in severe consequences for a person's health
and / or damage to property.
3.2 Permitted use
The "delta" Automatic Delivery intended solely as a delivery for folded brochures and spine
stitched brochures in paper processing companies. Any other or any additional use is not
regarded as a permitted purpose. “Palamides” is not liable for any damage arising from this.
3.3 Safety at work
1. At the time of supply, “palamides” Automatic Deliveries meet all safety-related
regulations. For this purpose, moving and rotating parts are covered with safety hoods,
which are mechanically, or rather, electrically locked in such a way that no unreasonable
interference with the operation exists.
2. It is extremely important with all safety related measures that the operating personnel
practice high safety levels and have remaining sources of danger pointed out to them
and/or impairment of the machine and other material assets cannot be excluded.
3. The machine may be operated only when in perfect technical condition. Faults which may
impair safety are to be removed immediately by trained personnel or personnel from the
manufacturer and/or supplier.
4. Before you operate the machine, read carefully through all the operating instructions,
including the safety and service conditions.
5. The operating instructions must always be handy near the machine.
6. If necessary, supplement the operating instructions with internal safety regulations, as
well as with legal accident prevention regulations.
7. If machine personnel changes frequently, make sure that all machine operators are
informed, or rather, trained in the previously mentioned points.

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8. Never remove the protective, or rather safety devices on the machine and never alter the
machine so that safety can no longer be guaranteed.
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9. Only use tools which are in perfect condition and take care that no tools are
left lying on the machine after adjustment or maintenance work. Tools which
may fall into the machine can lead to serious consequences for both man
and machine.
10. Pay attention to all safety and danger tips on the machine and keep these tips in a
legible / visible condition.
11. Report all audible / visible safety-related machine changes to the appropriate authority in
your works.
12. Operating personnel must have long hair tied back and may not wear loose clothing or
jewellery, including rings. There is a danger of injury should they get caught up or drawn
in.
13. When the machine is running, never try to clean it (rollers, belts), or to rectify faults or set
it up.
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14. Make sure that no other person switches the machine on while you are busy
on it - e.g. whilst setting up or during other work! >Danger<Therefore,
always press the EMERGENCY-OFF Button
15. Do not immediately switch the machine back on if it stops for some unknown reason.
Make sure first that the machine is in perfect condition and that no other person is busy
on the machine.
16. If you have to carry out extensive mechanical / electrical maintenance or repair work to
the machine, turn off the main switch and, if necessary, secure it with a padlock.
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17. Never open the main control cabinet or lower service cabinet! Electric, or
rather, electronic work may only be carried out by relevant authorised
personnel or by the manufacturer’s or supplier’s personnel. >MORTAL
DANGER<with the control cabinet OPEN! With the control cabinet opened,
even with the main switch turned off, there is still electrical current on the
main terminal clamps!!!
18. Report any exposed cables or electrical connections to the appropriate authority in your
works.
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19. According to the latest safety regulations, the machine must stop if one of
the safety hoods is opened. The hoods, which serve both as safety and
noise dampening hoods, contain electrical switches. These switches may
never be dismantled or bridged, as this would mean >DANGER< to the life
and limb of the operator.
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20. >DANGER< In order to stop the hoods from closing themselves, it is
necessary to ensure that the hoods are completely opened as far as they will
go.

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4 Machine installation
4.1 Transport
Lifting load delta502 (incl. packing) at least 1400
Lifting load delta700 (incl. packing) at least 2t
Length of forks delta502 at least 1,20 m
Length of forks delta700 1,40 m
The packaging varies depending on the country being delivered to. However, the pallet has
the same design for all packaging variations.
The forks of the forklift truck must be positioned as shown in the photograph below because
of the centre of gravity. The machine must be moved carefully in order to prevent it from
tilting.
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4.2 Unpacking
Remove the plastic packaging or the seaworthy crate from the machine. The machine is
secured and screwed down to the transport pallet by metal angled pieces. Remove the
screws so that the metal angle pieces (1) can be removed.
Check the machine for any transport damage. If there are any faults or damage, contact the
supplier or the transport company immediately, giving the machine description and serial
number.

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Metal angled pieces
Picture 8467
The machine can then be taken off the pallet using a forklift truck. The forks of the forklift
truck must be positioned as shown in the photograph below because of the centre of gravity.
The machine must be moved carefully in order to prevent it from tilting.
TIP: Screw the adjustable feet (2) in the holes. The adjustable feet are part of the
accessories in the tool box delivered with the machine. They are screwed into the machine
frame.
View
Picture 1779
Picture 1782
(1)
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(2)
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4.3 Cleaning
The machine must be cleaned with a soft cloth before commissioning. All bare metal parts
must be freed from rustproofer using a clean cloth.
4.4 Positioning the machine
The machine can be pushed into place and secured there using the adjusting feet.
4.5 Electrical connection
Check that the electrical supply meets requirements. Details about the distribution voltage,
frequency, fuse protection and connection specific to the country in question can be taken
from the wiring diagram. The wiring diagram is in the documentation folder.
4.6 Checks before first commissioning
4.6.1 Control box
During transport, it is possible that the screws on the electrical terminals are loosened. In
order to ensure trouble-free operation, it is necessary to tighten up the terminals of the relays
and contactors.
4.6.2 Safety hoods function
Before the machine is integrated into the production process, the function of every safety
hood switch must be checked, in order to ensure that the machine functions perfectly.
View
Picture 1725 Picture 1724
(1) Circuit breaker
hood press Signals the controls that the hood is open.
(2) Circuit breaker
hood shaft Signals the controls that the hood is open
(3) Circuit breaker door Signals the controls that the door is open
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5 Description of the machine parts
5.1 Machine group designation
This chapter contains the designations for individual machine groups.
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1 Upper band unwinding 5 Operating controls
2 Jogging gear 6 Pressing unit
3 Side loader 7 Round belts infeed
4 Lower band unwinding 8 Delivery
Package lift left and right side view
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1 Package lift ejector 2 Package lift table
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View to the front
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1 Upper band pressure shaft 4 Elevation table
2 Stacking level compensation 5 Dummy plate
3 Rear jogger 6 Contact pressure axle
3a Rear jogger adjustment 7 Complete adjusting frame
View to the back
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View
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1 Upper belt contact pressure shaft 3 Stopper finger
2 Buffer spring 4 Support finger
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1 Shingling axle 2 Presssing unit
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5.2 Self control mode
Usually, the machine operates at a folding machine or a saddle stitcher. Optional coupling
boxes are available for operation at this equipment. The machine is compatible with MBO as
standard. The 24-pin plug can be plugged directly into an MBO folding machine. If you wish
to work without the appropriate coupling, the machine can be operated using self control
mode.
NOTE: There is no communication with the rest of the equipment in self control mode. The
rest of the equipment continues to run when there is a fault at the delivery. With self control
mode, the delivery must always be monitored.
Standard Self control mode
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Navigator inclusive Navigator self control mode
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6 Handling and Operation
6.1 Operating controls
The operating controls have the following functions:
•Operating the machine
•Adjusting the machine
•Information for machine operators
•Information for maintenance personel
•Information for service technicians
The machine is operated with the assistance of the menu guide on the display. If a key is lit
up, this option is activated. If the key flashes, it is waiting for input. The display shows which
inputs can be made. Confirm with enter. Repeatedly pressing the option key will lead back
to the main menu. Those authorised to service the machine and service engineers have
access to certain machine data via submenus.
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Group 1 Switching on and operating the machine
rotary switches - speed
Group 2 Function menu
Group 3 Display
Group 4 Numeric pad, keys for scrolling further menu
guide
Group 1
Group 3
Group 2 Group 4