Plas-Ties XL8 User manual

OPERATING MANUAL
FOR THE
XL8 AIR RING TYER
VER 10.25.2018
14272 Chambers Road
Tustin, CA 92780
TOLL-FREE: [phone]
PHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
www.plasties.com [e-mail]

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Table of Contents
GENERAL INFORMATION ...........................................................................................................................3
Supplies and Service ................................................................................................................................3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................................4
WARRANTY ..................................................................................................................................................5
SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................................................................6
Model Designation ....................................................................................................................................6
Performance .............................................................................................................................................6
Air Requirements ......................................................................................................................................6
Dimensions/Weight ...................................................................................................................................6
Spool Specification ...................................................................................................................................6
Options .....................................................................................................................................................6
Additional Information ...............................................................................................................................6
OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................7
Major Component Description & Adjustments ..........................................................................................7
Machine Set-Up and Initiation ..................................................................................................................7
Regulator Settings ....................................................................................................................................7
OPERATIONAL SEQUENCE .......................................................................................................................8
Care of Machine .......................................................................................................................................8
TROUBLE SHOOTING .................................................................................................................................9
SPOOL MATERIAL LOADING ...................................................................................................................10
FIGURE 1 .............................................................................................................................................. 10
FIGURE 2 .............................................................................................................................................. 11
RIBBON LOADING .................................................................................................................................... 11
AIR SUPPLY & PILOT TUBING ................................................................................................................ 12
AIR OUTPUT TO CYLINDER TUBING ..................................................................................................... 13
XL8 OPERATIONAL SEQUENCE............................................................................................................. 14
RIBBON LENGTH FINE ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................... 15
FRONT VIEW SHOWING RIBBON PATH & CORRECT LENGTH ......................................................... 16
SET CAM-STOP TIMING BY HAND ......................................................................................................... 17
XL8 PARTS LIST
XL8 (4”, 6”, 8”) 530-4 / 530-6 / 530-8 .................................................................................................. 18
XL8 BACK MOUNTING PLATE ASSEMBLY MASTER (A902035) ...................................................... 19
LIMIT SWITCH ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY (A901053) ........................................................................... 20
PRESSURE WHEEL ASSEMBLY (A901070) ....................................................................................... 21
CYLINDER ASSEMBLY #3, 4 & 6 (A902060) ....................................................................................... 22
GRIPPER CYLINDERS ASSEMBLY (A902065) .................................................................................. 23
CYLINDER #7 MOUNTING ASSEMBLY (A902075) ............................................................................ 24
XL8 CYLINDER #5 ASSEMBLY (A902080) ......................................................................................... 25
FACE PLATE ASSEMBLY (A902085) .................................................................................................. 26
CHUTE ASSEMBLY ¼ (A903055) ........................................................................................................ 27
PINION GEAR ASSEMBLY (A902095) ................................................................................................. 28
TWISTER HEAD ASSEMBLY (A903030) ............................................................................................. 29
BACK PLATE ASSEMBLY (A903040) .................................................................................................. 30
XL8 RING CYLINDER #1 ASSEMBLY (A901032: 4” / A901005: 6” / A901057: 8”) ............................. 31
XL8 RING ASSEMBLY (A901062: 4” / A901000: 6” / A901055: 8”) ..................................................... 32
XL8 SWITCH “A” ASSEMBLY 4” AND 6” (A901025) ............................................................................ 33
XL8 MAIN FILTER REGULATOR ASSEMBLY (A901080) ................................................................... 34
XL8 TRIGGER ASSEMBLY (A901020) ................................................................................................ 35
NO BACK ASSEMBLY (A901063) ........................................................................................................ 36

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing the XL8 Air Ring Tyer from Plas-Ties, manufacturers of high
quality twist-tying equipment.
Please familiarize yourself and/or any person operating this machine with all functions by carefully reading
this manual.
The Plas-Ties XL8 Air Ring Tyer is an all-pneumatic machine that twist-ties products inserted into the ring
shaped tying area. The machine can be adjusted to tie almost any product gathered into a round or nearly
round shape from 1-inch diameter up to a maximum of 4, 6 or 8-inch diameter (dependent upon final ring
size selection).
Model designation is located on the serial plate on the machine. It is important that you have the correct
model for your input source.
Supplies and Service
PLAS-TIES twist-tie material and service should beordered from:
PLAS-TIES
14272 Chambers Road
Tustin, CA 92780
Telephone: [phone]
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
www.plasties.com
When ordering,please provide the following:
1. Part Number or description
2. ModelNumberand Serial Number(use Name Plate)
3. Tie Material in use

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE YOUR XL8 MACHINE
BEFORE READING THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The operating procedures outlined in this manualare prepared to facilitate the XL8 Air Ring Tyer machine.
1. KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES IN PLACE and in working order.
2. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite accidents.
3. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Do not use machines in a damp or wet location, or where any
flammable or noxious fumes may exist. Keep work area well lighted.
4. KEEP UNAUTHORIZED PEOPLE AWAY. All unauthorized peopleshould be kept out of work areaand away from
machine.
5. DO NOT FORCE MACHINE. It will do the job better and safer at the rate forwhich it was designed.
6. USE THE RIGHT MACHINE. Do not force machine to doa job it is not designed to do.
7. DO NOT USE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL
8. DIRECT CONNECTION TO AIR COMPRESSOR IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. If use of hose extensions is
necessary, make sure yourhose extensionsand connectors in goodcondition. Always repair or replace hose
extension and connectorsif they become damaged.
9. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry, which
may get caught inmoving parts. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
10. MAINTAIN MACHINE WITH CARE. Keep machine clean for best and safest performance.Follow instructions for
lubricating and keeping machine free of lint.
11. DISCONNECT MACHINE BEFORE SERVICING AND WHEN CHANGING SPOOL.
12. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off position before turning on air
supply.
13. USE THE RECOMMENDED MATERIALS AND REPLACEMENT PARTS. Listing of recommended material and
replacementpartsis found in operating manual. The use of improper material and replacement parts may result in
malfunction and possible risk of injury.
14. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the machine, any part that is damagedshouldbe carefully
checked to determine that it would operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. A part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
15. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED. Turn the power off, and do not leave machine until itcomes
to a complete stop.
16. NEVER ALLOW UNTRAINED USERS TO RUN THIS MACHINE.
17. IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF THE INTENDED OPERATION, STOP USING THE MACHINE.

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WARRANTY
Purchaser acknowledges that there are no warranties, expressed or implied, made by
PLAS-TIES, its distributors or sales representatives related to the XL8 machine except
the manufacturer’s warranty against defective materials and workmanship as follows:
PLAS-TIES warrants the XL8 machine to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship at time of delivery. Liability under this warranty is limited to the repair or
exchange of any defective part or parts of the unit providing the same is returned to
PLAS-TIES, transportation prepaid, within 180 days or 300,00 cycles (whichever comes
first based on machine counter). THE WARRANTY BEGINS FROM THE DATE OF
INSTALLATION AT CUSTOMER SITE AND NOT DATE OF PURCHASE. IN ORDER
TO ACTIVATE THE WARRANTY, THE NAME, CITY/STATE, AND SERIAL NUMBER
MUST BE REGISTERED ON-LINE AT WWW.PLASTIES. COM. FAILURE TO DO SO
WILL RESULT IN LIMITATION OF THE FULL WARRANTY. THIS IS TO INSURE
TOTAL QUALITY ASSURANCE AND 800 TOLL FREE TECHNICAL SUPPORT.
The warranty is void on any XL8 machine that has been subject to negligence, accident,
misuse, failure to use the equipment as instructed in the manual, or that has been
tampered with.
This warranty is void if the XL8 machine is used with anything other than specified
genuine PLAS-TIES twist-tie material.
IMPORTANT: If your XL8 machine does not operate properly, please bring it to the
attention of PLAS-TIES, or the dealer or distributor from whom it was purchased. If
repairs are needed, the dealer, distributor or other representative of PLAS-TIES will
arrange to repair or replace parts within the terms of the warranty.
Warranty coverage is limited to the Continental US, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and
Canada.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Designation
This manual covers the model 530 XL8 Air Ring Tyer.
Performance
Production speeds vary depending on tying diameter, ring size, air pressure, tightness of tie, operator and
processing/production requirements.
Air Requirements
Machine will operate on clean, dry air from 90 PSI to 120 PSI (must have single, designatedair line)
Dimensions/Weight
Capacity
Self-Adjusting from 1” to 8”
Recommended Spool
Exclusive Plas-Ties 4000' all plastic 1/4" width 24 gauge double
wire centered
Air Power
90 to 120 PSI (clean-dry air from single, designated air line)
Weight (with Stand)
200 lbs
Cabinet Depth
Cabinet Width
Cabinet Height
19”
10-1/4"
24"
Width (on stand)
Depth (on stand)
Height (on stand)
25-1/2”
29"
51-1/4” (max)
Clearance depth without table
Clearance depth with table
Clearance width to open door
Approximately 34"
Approximately 40"
Approximately 36"
Ring Options
Maximum 4”, 6” 8” Diameter Rings
Spool Specification
Part# 419B Plas-Ties Exclusive 1/4" Plastic – White
4000’ - 24-Gauge Double Wire (Center Spacing)
Options
Table Assembly
ATM-100
Set of Casters*
AFS -250
*Order 2 sets for ALL 4 casters
Foot Pedal Trigger Assembly
AFPA-100
Additional Information
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OPERATION
Major Component Description & Adjustments
This machine has 8 air-cylinders, 9 air pilot valves, 6 toggle valves, 2 one-shot valves, 4 pressure
regulators, 4 pressure gauges, two flow regulators, a foot-switch or front trigger switch, a line pressure on-
off switch, and a pilot/feed rolleron-off switch.
The XL8 Air Ring Tyer, Model 530 is shipped on its stand and is ready to run. Just plug in clean, dryair.
This unit can be easily adjusted up or down on pipe stand.
Machine Set-Up and Initiation
The XL8 Air Ring Tyer is factory tested and ready to run.
(1) Connect toa clean,dry air supply. Recommend using air separation filtersas needed.
(2) Open the left door and checkthat the Cam-Stop is in place (Figure 8)
(3) Turn on the ribbon feedcylinder pressure switch (Toggle Switch on front lower left side).
(4) Press foot switch or front trigger switch and note that unit cycles.
(5) Turn off the ribbon feed toggle switch.
(6) Load the ribbon spool on the ribbon pre-feed per (Figure 1).
(7) Note thatthe ribbon brake is set per (Figure 1).
(8) Pull approximately 12 inchesof ribbonup through the No-back.
(9) Feed the ribbon up through the guide until it is visible just below the twister as per (Figure 2).
(10) Note thatthe approved ribbon forthis unit is ¼ inch, 24gaugedouble wire-centered or
separated.
(11) The unit is ready to run – place object to be tied in front of open ring and press the foot-switch.
(Note that the ribbon lengthis correct per Figure 7).
Applyingor removing airpressure from the valve pilot connectorsoperatespilot airvalves. (Figure 3)
For Air connectionsfrom the valves to the air cylinders see (Figure 4).
Regulator Settings
(1) The inlet regulator (R1) is set justbelow the lowest line supply pressure- (90-110 PSI).
(2) The 2 Gripper regulators R3 and R4 are set at 20-25 PSI. (If the product to be tied is soft like a
collapsible bag etc. these pressures may be raised slightly).
(3) The Ribbon feed pressure regulator R5 is set at 35-40 PSI.

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OPERATIONAL SEQUENCE
See Figure 5 for the operational sequence.
(1) Pressing the footswitch orfront trigger switch actuates Valve 1 (closes Cylinder 1) and the ring
closes.
(2) When the ring isclosed, toggle Valve A1 actuates Valve 9 (engages cylinder 2) that feeds the
ribbon.
(3) At the endof the ribbon feed, Toggle Valve A is actuated which engages:
A. Valve 2 (power up Toggle B.
B. Valve 4 (engage right Gripper - cylinder 3).
C. Valve 9 (reverses Ribbon Feed - cylinder 2).
(4) When Valve 9 returnsto the, top it actuates Toggle Valve B, which:
A. Engages Valve 5 (left Gripper - cylinder 4).
B. Engages Valve 6 (Cutter - cylinder 5)
(5) Cutter cylinder then engages Toggle Valve C, which engages:
A. Valve 8 (Turns Twister).
B. Valve 7 (Disengage Cam Lock - cylinder 6).
C. Valve 2 (Drop pressure to Toggle B).
D. Valve 6 (retract Cutter - cylinder 5).
(6) When (Cylinder7, Twisteris extended it engagesToggle Valve Dwhich:
A. Retracts Valve 1, which opens ring - cylinder 1).
B. Extends Valve 4, which opens right Gripper - (cylinder 3).
C. Extends Valve 5, which opens left Gripper - (cylinder 4).
D. Extends Valve 7, which re-engages Cam Stop - (cylinder 6).
(7) When cylinder 6 (Cam-Lock is home), Toggle Valve E is engaged which:
A. Returns Valve 8 (Twister - cylinder 7) that completes the cycle.
Care of Machine
1) Apply grease on the rack gears, sparingly as needed. Avoid grease on the clutches, brake disc, or
the draw wheel.
2) It is very important that the machine runs on CLEAN, DRY AIR. Checkthe watertrap, and
make sure it isdraining properly. We highly recommend the use of water separation filters to
addresspotential for excesswater build up in airhoses and cylinders. This willprolong thelife of
the unit. Check units every 6 months for proper filtration/separation.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Your XL8 Ring Tyer is avery reliable machine,but should you experienceany of the following situations,
please refer to this handy guide for assistance.
Problem
Cause
Resolution
(A) Air Hissing
Slider air switch not properly seated
Slide switch back to "ON" position
(B) Wire Jamming
Ribbon length is too long. The ribbon feeds too
long, which causes a kink at the inlet guide and
then the ribbon will not retract
Adjust the length slightly shorter (Figure 6).
(C) Ribbon Breaking
Slip-Clutch being too tight
Adjust the slip clutch nut ¼ turn CCW (Figure 2).
(D) Not Tying =
Ribbon too short
One of the Grippers pressure may be too high,
but unlikely if their pressures are 20-25 PSI.
Check Gripper pressure and adjust accordingly.
Adjust the length slightly longer per (Figure 6).
(E) Product Bruising
Operators pulling bundles back too quickly
Instruct operators to avoid pulling back/away from
trigger to quickly when removing tied product.
Adjusting table height may also be helpful.
(F) Missed Ties
(1) Excess water in lines
See Cause items (D) and (E)
(1) Water Separation Filter may be required to
ensure use of CLEAN, DRY air.
See Resolution items (D) and (E)
Technicians and Web Based Support Available:
7:00am to 3:00pm (Pacific Standard Time)
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FIGURE 1
SPOOL MATERIAL LOADING