Pfaff 8330 User manual

8330
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
296-12-18 969/002
Betriebsanleitung engl. 04.11
This instruction manual applies to machines
from the following serial numbers onwards:
# 2 751 800

The reprinting, copying or translation of PFAFF Instruction Manuals, whether in whole or
in part, is only permitted with our previous authorization and with written reference to the
source.
PFAFF Industriesysteme
und Maschinen AG
Hans-Geiger-Str. 12 - IG Nord
D-67661 Kaiserslautern

Index
Contents ................................................................................ Page
1Safety .................................................................................................................................... 6
1.01 Directives............................................................................................................................... 6
1.02 General notes on safety......................................................................................................... 6
1.03 Safety symbols ...................................................................................................................... 7
1.04 Important notes for the user.................................................................................................. 7
1.05 Operating and technical staff ................................................................................................. 8
1.05.01 Operating staff ....................................................................................................................... 8
1.05.02 Technical staff ........................................................................................................................ 8
1.06 Danger ................................................................................................................................... 9
2Proper use........................................................................................................................... 10
3Specifications ......................................................................................................................11
4Disposal of Machine .......................................................................................................... 12
5Transportation, packing and storage................................................................................ 13
5.01 Transportation to customer‘s premises ............................................................................... 13
5.02 Transportation inside the customer‘s premises................................................................... 13
5.03 Disposal of packing materials ..............................................................................................13
5.04 Storage ................................................................................................................................ 13
6Explanation of symbols..................................................................................................... 14
7Controls .............................................................................................................................. 15
7.01 Summary of controls ........................................................................................................... 15
7.02 Main switch ......................................................................................................................... 16
7.03 Pedal .................................................................................................................................... 16
7.04 Adjustment wheel for the roller clearance........................................................................... 17
7.05 Lift limiter............................................................................................................................. 17
7.06 Control panel........................................................................................................................ 18
8Installation and commissioning ....................................................................................... 19
8.01 Installation............................................................................................................................ 19
8.01.01 Adjusting the table-top height.............................................................................................. 19
8.01.02 Fitting the sealing tape reel holder....................................................................................... 20
8.02 Commissioning .................................................................................................................... 20
8.03 Switching the machine on/off .............................................................................................. 21
8.04 Selecting the language and units......................................................................................... 22
9Preparation ......................................................................................................................... 23
9.01 Inserting the sealing tape .................................................................................................... 23
9.01.02 Adjusting the sealing tape brake.......................................................................................... 23

Index
Contents ................................................................................ Page
9.01.03 Inserting the sealing tape .................................................................................................... 24
9.02 Adjusting the feed roller clearance ...................................................................................... 25
9.03 Selecting the production type..............................................................................................26
9.04 Entering the sealing parameters (Manual Heat Sealing)...................................................... 28
9.04.01 Entering the sealing temperature ........................................................................................29
9.04.02 Entering the sealing speed .................................................................................................. 30
9.04.03 Choice of the nozzle type and hot air volume...................................................................... 31
9.04.04 Entering the roller pressure ................................................................................................. 32
9.05 Adjusting the control panel .................................................................................................. 33
10 Heat sealing........................................................................................................................ 34
10.01 Heat sealing principle........................................................................................................... 34
10.02 Manual heat sealing............................................................................................................. 35
10.03 Dynamic heat sealing........................................................................................................... 37
10.04 Creating/editing a heat sealing program .............................................................................. 39
10.04.01 Notepad ............................................................................................................................... 40
10.04.02 Basic functions for the program input.................................................................................. 41
10.04.03 Sealing parameters .............................................................................................................. 42
10.04.04 Functions for switching to other zones................................................................................ 43
10.04.05 Entering further sealing parameters .................................................................................... 44
10.04.06 Concluding programming..................................................................................................... 45
10.04.07 Example of how to enter a sealing program........................................................................ 46
10.05 Programmed heat sealing with individual programs............................................................ 50
10.06 Creating/processing sequences........................................................................................... 52
10.07 Programmed heat sealing with sequences.......................................................................... 53
10.08 Error messages.................................................................................................................... 54
11 Input .................................................................................................................................... 55
11.01 Summary of the functions in the input menu ...................................................................... 55
11.02 Program management .........................................................................................................57
11.03 Tape parameters .................................................................................................................. 59
11.04 Further settings.................................................................................................................... 61
11.04.01 Feed roller parameters......................................................................................................... 62
11.04.02 Rights of access .................................................................................................................. 64
11.05 Abstract ............................................................................................................................... 66
12 Care and Maintenance....................................................................................................... 68
12.01 Servicing and maintenance intervals ................................................................................... 68
12.02 Cleaning ............................................................................................................................... 68
12.03 Checking the air filter/lubricator ........................................................................................... 68
12.04 Changing the feed rollers..................................................................................................... 69
13 Adjustment ......................................................................................................................... 70

Index
Contents ................................................................................ Page
13.01 Notes on adjustment ........................................................................................................... 70
13.02 Tools, gauges and other accessories .................................................................................. 70
13.03 Adjusting the feed rollers..................................................................................................... 71
13.04 Adjusting the hot air nozzle ................................................................................................. 72
13.04.01 Lateral adjustment .............................................................................................................. 72
13.04.02 Adjusting the height and the feed roller clearance .............................................................. 73
13.04.03 Setting the angle...................................................................................................................74
13.05 Changing the heating cartridge............................................................................................ 75
13.06 Changing the temperature sensor ....................................................................................... 76
13.07 Tape cutting device .............................................................................................................. 78
13.07.01 Knife..................................................................................................................................... 78
13.07.02 Air jet setting........................................................................................................................ 79
13.08 Protective switch ................................................................................................................. 80
13.09 Boot key............................................................................................................................... 81
13.10 Service menu....................................................................................................................... 82
13.10.01 Machine configuration ......................................................................................................... 83
13.10.02 Loading/updating the operating program............................................................................. 85
13.10.02.01 Loading/updating the operating program with the Floppy Disk ........................................... 85
13.10.02.02 Loading/updating the operating program with SD-Card ...................................................... 86
13.10.03 Further parameters .............................................................................................................. 88
13.10.04 Parameter list ...................................................................................................................... 89
13.11 Description of the error numbers......................................................................................... 90
13.11.01 General errors ...................................................................................................................... 90
13.11.02 Temperature control error .................................................................................................... 91
13.11.03 DC-motors error................................................................................................................... 92
13.12 List of outputs and inputs .................................................................................................... 92
13.12.01 Digital Outputs..................................................................................................................... 92
13.12.02 Digital Inputs........................................................................................................................ 93
13.12.03 Analog Outputs.................................................................................................................... 93
13.12.04 Analog Inputs....................................................................................................................... 93
13.12.05 Errors when switching outputs............................................................................................ 94
13.12.06 Examples of errors and causes............................................................................................ 94
14 Pneumatic-circuit diagrams ............................................................................................. 97
15 Circuit diagrams .............................................................................................................. 100

Safety
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1 Safety
1.01 Directives
This machine is constructed in accordance with the European regulations indicated in the
conformity and manufacturer’s declarations.
In addition to this instruction manual, please also observe all generally accepted, statutory
and other legal requirements, including those of the user’s country, and the applicable pollu-
tion control regulations! The valid regulations of the regional social insurance society for oc-
cupational accidents or other supervisory authorities are to be strictly adhered to!
1.02 General notes on safety
●The machine may only be operated by adequately trained operators and only after these
have read the appropriate Instruction Manual!
●The danger and safety instructions attached to the machine must be followed!
●The machine may only be used for the purpose intended and may not be operated wit-
hout its safety devices. All relevant safety regulations must be adhered to.
●When changing the feed rollers or the hot air nozzle, when leaving the machine unatten-
ded or during maintenance work, the machine must be disconnected from the power
supply by operating the main switch or by pulling out the plug!
●The daily maintenance work may only be carried out by appropriately trained personnel!
●During repair and maintenance work on pneumatic devices the machine must be discon-
nected from the pneumatic supply system! The only exceptions permitted are during ad-
justment work and function tests carried out by appropriately trained personnel!
●Repairs and special maintenance work may only be carried out by qualified service staff
or appropriately trained personnel!
●Work on electrical equipment may only be carried out by appropriately trained personnel!
●Work is not permitted on parts and equipment which are connected to the power supply!
Exceptions to this rule are found in the regulations EN 50110.
●Modifications and alterations to the machine may only be carried out under observance
of all the relevant safety operations!
●Only spare parts which have been approved by us are to be used for repairs! We draw
special attention to the fact that spare parts and accessories not supplied by us have not
been subjected to testing nor approval by us. Fitting and/or use of any such parts may
cause negative changes to the design characteristics of the machine. We shall not accept
any liability for damage caused by the use of non-original parts.

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1.03 Safety symbols
Danger!
Special points to observe.
Danger of hands being crushed!
Danger of burns from hot surface!
Danger from electric voltage!
Caution
Do not operate without finger guard and safety
devices.
Turn off the main switch and let the machine cool
down before any setting up, maintenance or cleaning
work!
1.04 Important notes for the user
●This instruction manual belongs to the equipment of the machine and must be available
to the operating staff at all times.
●This instruction manual must be read before the machine is operated for the first time.
●Both operating and technical staff must be instructed on the safety devices of the machi-
ne and on safe working methods.
●It is the duty of the user to operate the machine in perfect running order only.
●The user must ensure that none of the safety devices are removed nor put out of wor-
king order.
●The user must ensure that only authorized persons operate and work on the machine.
●The user must make sure there is no high-frequency welding equipment being operated
in direct proximity to the machine that exceeds the EMC limit values according to
EN 60204-31 for the machine.
For further information please refer to your PFAFF agency.
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1.05 Operating and technical staff
1.05.01 Operating staff
Operating staff are the persons responsible for setting up, operating and cleaning the machi-
ne and for removing any disturbances in the sewing area.
The operating staff is obliged to observe the following points, and must:
●always observe the notes on safety in this instruction manual!
●avoid using any working methods which adversely affect the safety of the machine!
●avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing or jewelry such as necklaces or rings!
●also ensure that only authorized persons are allowed near the danger area of the machine!
●immediately report to the user any changes to the machine that may affect its safety!
1.05.02 Technical staff
Technical staff are persons who have been trained in electrical engineering, electronics and
mechanical engineering. They are responsible for lubricating, servicing and repairing the ma-
chine.
The technical staff is obliged to observe the following points, and must:
●always observe the notes on safety in this instruction manual!
●switch off the on/off switch before carrying out any maintenance and repair work on the
machine!
●never work on parts or equipment still connected to the power supply! Exceptions to this
are only permissible according to regulations EN 50110.
●replace all safety covers after maintenance and repair work!

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1.06 Danger
When the machine is in operation, a work area of 1m must be kept free in front
of and behind the machine, so that access to the machine is possible at all ti-
mes without difficulty.
If toxic vapours occur during processing, use extractor (extraction funnel,
part no. 95-255 841-71/895)!
Danger to health if the toxic vapours are inhaled!
Do not operate the machine without protective cover 1!
Danger of burns if heating element 2is touched!
Do not operate the machine without protective covers 3, 4and 5!
Danger of crushing when the heating element 2is engaged or disengaged!
Do not place hands in the swivel area of the heating element 2and the
swivel unit 6!
Danger of crushing when the heating element is engaged or disengaged!
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Proper use
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2 Proper use
The PFAFF 8330 is a hot-air tape sealing machine with post.
The machine is used to seal seams on waterproof and breathable membrane materials of all
kinds with a heat-sealing tape.
Any and all uses of this machine which have not been approved of by the
manufacturer are considered to be inappropriate! The manufacturer cannot be
held liable for any damage caused by the inappropriate use of the machine!
The appropriate use of the machine includes the observance of all operational,
adjustment, maintenance and repair measures required by the manufacturer!