Southworth PalletPal User manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
PalletPal™ Stretch Wrapper
Model # _______________________________
Serial # _______________________________
Placed in Service _______________________
July 2015
SOUTHWORTH PRODUCTS CORP
PO Box 1380, Portland, ME 04104-1380
Telephone: 1-800-743-1000 or 207-878-0700
Fax: 207-797-4734
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................. 4
RESPONSIBILITY OF OWNERS AND USERS ...............................................................5
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SIGNAL WORDS.........................................................6
SAFETY .........................................................................................................................7
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES ..............................................................................7
Specications ..................................................................................................8
Unpacking the Lift ............................................................................................8
Assembly ........................................................................................................9
Anchoring the Unit ..........................................................................................9
Electric Connections ........................................................................................9
Testing ............................................................................................................9
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................10
Loading Film .................................................................................................10
Wrapping Film................................................................................................10
Stopping the Machine .................................................................................... 11
Operation Notes............................................................................................. 11
Safety Labels ................................................................................................12
MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................12
Routine Periodic Maintenance ......................................................................12
Adjusting the Belt Tension .............................................................................12
Removing the Turntable.................................................................................13
Inspecting and Lubricating the Turntable.......................................................13
Changing the Drive Belt.................................................................................14
Troubleshooting Check List ...........................................................................14
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS ............................................................................15
WARRANTY STATEMENT .............................................................................................19
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: PalletPal Stretch Wrapper..................................................................................8
Figure 2: Film Roll Tensioning Parts ...............................................................................16
Figure 3: Wiring Diagram.................................................................................................18
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INTRODUCTION
The PalletPal™ Stretch Wrapper is an industrial grade powered turntable stretch wrapper. The
unit improves productivity and reduces worker fatigue and injury. It also produces tighter, more
secure wraps. The PalletPal™ Stretch Wrapper unit saves lm, and uses less expensive lm than
hand wrappers.
This manual contains information to help you to learn about the safe and proper installation, use
and upkeep of your PalletPal™ Stretch Wrapper. Please be sure that this manual is available to
anyone who uses or services the stretch wrapper. Be sure that everyone who uses the stretch
wrapper has read this manual.
The PalletPal™ Stretch Wrapper units may be used in a wide variety of industrial settings. The
instructions included in this manual are not necessarily all-inclusive, because Southworth cannot
anticipate all conceivable or unique situations.
In the interest of safety, please read this whole manual carefully. Please understand the material in
the manual before you install, use, or service the Stretch Wrapper unit. If you have any questions
about the instructions in this manual, please contact your dealer or Southworth Products Corp.
Southworth’s product warranty is shown on the rear cover of this manual. This instruction manual is
not intended to be or to create any other warranty, express or implied, including any implied warranty
of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose, all of which are hereby expressly excluded.
As set forth more specically in the product warranty, Southworth’s obligation under that warranty
is limited to the repair or replacement of defective components, which shall be the buyer’s sole
remedy, and Southworth shall not be liable for any loss, injury, or damage to persons or property,
nor for any direct, indirect, or consequential damage of any kind resulting from the PalletPal™
Stretch Wrapper unit.
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Responsibility of Owners and Users
Inspection and Maintenance
The device shall be inspected and maintained in proper working order in accordance with
Southworth’s owner’s manual.
Removal from Service
Any device not in safe operating condition such as, but not limited to, excessive leakage,
missing rollers, pins, or fasteners, any bent or cracked structural members, cut or frayed
electric, hydraulic, or pneumatic lines, damaged or malfunctioning controls or safety de-
vices, etc. shall be removed from service until it is repaired to the original manufacturer’s
standards.
Deection
It is the responsibility of the user/purchaser to advise the manufacturer where deection
may be critical to the application.
Repairs
All repairs shall be made by qualied personnel in conformance with Southworth’s instruc-
tions.
Operators
Only trained personnel and authorized personnel shall be permitted to operate the lift.
Before Operation
Before using the device, the operator shall have:
• Read and/or had explained, and understood, the manufacturer’s operating instruc-
tions and safety rules.
• Inspected the device for proper operation and condition. Any suspect item shall be
carefully examined and a determination made by a qualied person as to whether
it constitutes a hazard. All items not in conformance with Southworth’s specication
shall be corrected before further use of the equipment.
During Operation
The device shall only be used in accordance with this owner’s manual.
• Do not overload.
• Ensure that all safety devices are operational and in place.
Modications or Alterations
Modications or alterations to any Southworth industrial positioning equipment shall be
made only with written permission from Southworth.
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SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SIGNAL WORDS
The safety of all persons operating, maintaining, repairing, or in the vicinity of this equipment is of
paramount concern. This is a powerful machine with moving parts, and is capable of causing personal
injury if proper precautions are not taken. Therefore, throughout this manual, certain hazards have been
identied which may occur in the use of the machine, and there are appropriate instructions or precautions
which should be taken to avoid these hazards. In some cases, there are consequences which may occur
if instructions or precautions are not followed. Below are the symbols and signal words along with their
denitions referenced from ANSI Z535.4 - Product Safety Signs and Labels.
Safety Alert Symbols
These are the safety alert symbols. They are used to alert you to potential physical injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or
death.
For use with DANGER signal word
(Red Background)
For use with WARNING signal word
(Orange Background)
For use with CAUTION signal word
(Yellow Background)
Signal Words
The meaning of different signal words as dened by ANSI Standard Z535.4 indicates the
relative seriousness of the hazardous situation.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to per-
sonal injury.
(Red Background)
(Orange Background)
(Yellow Background)
(Blue Background)
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (or equivalent) signs indicate
safety-related instructions or procedures.
(Green Background)
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SAFETY
The Stretch Wrapper unit has been carefully designed to
be as safe as possible for operators and service workers.
If you take a few common sense precautions, you will
be able to use the machine safely. However, the Stretch
Wrapper unit is a powerful machine with moving parts, and
is capable of causing personal injury if proper precautions
are not taken.
Therefore, throughout this manual, Southworth has iden-
tied certain hazards, which may occur in the use and
servicing of the Stretch Wrapper unit, and has provided
appropriate instructions or precautions, which should be
taken to avoid these hazards. In some cases, Southworth
has also pointed out the consequences which may occur if
Southworth’s instructions or precautions are not followed.
Southworth uses the following system of identifying the
severity of the hazards associated with its products:
Danger!
Immediate hazard which will result in severe
personal injury or death.
Warning!
Hazard or unsafe practice which could result
in severe personal injury or death.
Caution!
Hazard or unsafe practices, which could result
in minor personal injury or property damage.
Please read and follow this instruction
manual, including all safety Instructions and
precautions, carefully and completely.
IMPORTANT
INSTALLATION NOTES
Danger!
The electric motor used in the unit can create sparks.
Don’t use the unit in an area where ammable gases
may be present.
Warning!
The unit is attached to the skid using metal bands. These
bands are under high tension. The edges are sharp.
Wear safety glasses and gloves when you handle or cut
the banding.
Warning!
Do not use the machine without tightening the bolts, which
hold the tower and lm carriage assembly. See Fig. 1. If
you do not do this, the tower may fall when you try to raise
the lm carriage. You may be injured, or the machine may
be damaged.
Caution!
When removing the unit from the shipping pallet, be very
careful to support the section of the machine where the
drive belt housing meets the turntable disk. This is the
weakest point, yet it is very important to the function of
the machine.
Caution!
During installation, do not tilt the unit more than 30 degrees
or drop it. This can cause the balls in the carrier plate to
become unseated. The machine may be damaged when
you start the unit.
Caution!
The unit must be installed on a smooth at surface. If the
oor is not at, this can create stresses in the base of the
machine. The machine may not work properly, or parts of
the machine may wear more quickly than they should.
Caution!
Do not use the machine unless it has been rmly anchored
to the oor. If you do not do this, the machine may move
as it operates. This can create stresses, which may dam-
age the machine.
Caution!
Be sure the lm carriage is latched in position at the bot-
tom of the tower before you remove the tower from the
pallet. If you do not do this, the carriage may slide as you
remove the pallet.
Caution!
Do not move the machine once you have attached the
tower. If you must move the machine, disassemble the
tower rst. If you strike the tower while moving the ma-
chine, it is very easy to damage the machine.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Load capacity: 2500 lbs. uniform load
Load size: 50” wide x 50” long x 65” high
Power: 115V AC, 10, 60Hz, 6 amp
Film capacity: 10” dia. x 12”
to 20” long 90-1/2” long
Length overall: 90-1/2”
Height of mast: 60-3/8”
Height
(lm carriage
raised, 20” lm): 66-3/4”
Turntable ramp dia: 49-7/16”
Turntable
diameter: 43 3/8’’
Turntable height: 1’’
Speed: 8.25 rpm
Controls: Footswitch, momentary contact
Net weight: Approximately 600 lbs.
Unpacking the Lift
The PalletPal Stretch Wrapper unit has been pre-wired
and pre-assembled. It was tested to factory specications
before shipment.
1. Before you start to install the unit, check for local
codes and ordinances, which may apply. It is your
responsibility to obtain any necessary permits.
2. Please read all of these instructions carefully. Be sure
to read and understand all of the warnings.
3. Inspect the shipping crate carefully for any damage
that may have affected the machine. If you see signs
of damage, tell the trucker.Also make a note of this on
the shipping papers which you are asked to sign.
4. Choose the place where you want to mount the unit.
It is extremely important that the PalletPal Stretch
Wrapper be set up on a smooth and at surface.
Check the oor surface carefully and make sure that
it is free of all loose debris and dirt.
Danger!
The electric motor used in the unit can create
sparks. Don’t use the unit in an area where am-
mable gases may be present.
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Turntable
Belt guard
Tension adjustment
Mast for lm
carriage
Film carriage
Lag bolts
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5. Position the crate beside the point where the machine
will be set up.
Warning!
The unit is attached to the skid using metal bands.
These bands are under high tension. The edges
are sharp. Wear safety glasses and gloves when
you handle or cut the banding.
6. Remove the metal banding which secures the ma-
chine to the pallet. Remove all packing material.
7. Remove the tower and set it aside.
Caution!
Be sure the lm carriage is latched in position at the
bottom of the tower before you remove the tower
from the pallet. If you do not do this, the carriage
may slide as you remove the pallet.
8. Carefully remove the turntable assembly and place
it in the center of the setup area. Slide the disk and
drive belt assembly onto the oor. The best way to
do this is to make a ramp to the oor, using steel or
wood lengths. Slowly slide the disk and drive belt to
the oor using this ramp.
Caution!
When removing the unit from the shipping pallet, be very
careful to support the section of the machine where the
drive belt housing meets the turntable disk. This is the
weakest point, yet it is very important to the function of
the machine.
Caution!
During installation, do not tilt the unit more than 30 degrees
or drop it. This can cause the balls in the carrier plate to
become unseated. The machine may be damaged when
you start the unit.
Caution!
The unit must be installed on a smooth at surface. If the
oor is not at, this can create stresses in the base of the
machine. The machine may not work properly, or parts of
the machine may wear more quickly than they should.
9. Remove the remaining components and lay them out
on the oor.
10. If you have any questions about the steps in the in-
stallation process, please call Southworth Customer
Service at 1-800-743-1000.
Assembly
1. Install the tower and carriage assembly. Remove the
nuts and washers from the four studs on the tower
mounting plate.
2. Lift the tower and carriage assembly and position it
above the motor and tower mounting plate.
Warning!
The tower and carriage assembly weighs about 120
lbs. To prevent back injury, get a helper to assist with
this assembly. Bend your knees, and keep your back
straight as you lift.
3. Align the four holes in the tower base plate with the
studs on the mounting plate. Lower the tower and
carriage assembly onto the mounting plate.
4. Install and tighten the washers and nuts.
Warning!
Do not use the machine without tightening the bolts that
hold the tower and lm carriage assembly. If you do not
do this, the tower may fall when you try to raise the lm
carriage. You may be injured, or the machine may be
damaged.
Caution!
Do not move the machine once you have attached the
tower. If you must move the machine, disassemble the
tower rst. If you strike the tower while moving the ma-
chine, it is very easy to damage the machine.
Anchoring the Unit
Once the tower has been attached, the machine must be
anchored before you use it. The machine has holes for 7
lag bolts. See Fig. 1.
Caution!
Do not use the machine unless it has been rmly anchored
to the oor. If you do not do this, the machine may move
as it operates. This can create stresses, which may dam-
age the machine.
Electrical Connections
Plug the power cord directly into a 115V AC outlet. Do not
use an extension cord. When possible, use a dedicated
service to provide power to the machine. This eliminates
voltage drops, which may cause the machine to work
erratically. The power source should have a 15-amp fuse
or circuit breaker.
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Testing
1. Press the footswitch. The turntable should begin to
rotate in a clockwise direction.
2. Grip the handle on the lm carriage. Raise and lower
the carriage. It should travel up and down the tower
with little resistance.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Do not use this unit with a load greater than 2500 lbs. This
includes the weight of the payload and the weight of the
pallet. If you overload the machine, it may be damaged.
This machine is designed for light commercial duty. Do
not use the unit to process more than 20 pallets per day.
If you try to use the machine more often, or try to use the
machine continuously, the machine may be damaged. The
motor may overheat, and other parts may wear quickly.
Do not use the machine with a pallet which is larger than
50” x 50”. If you try to use a larger pallet, a corner of the
pallet may hit one of the xed parts of the machine. This
can cause the pallet or the load to shift. You may be injured,
and the machine may be damaged.
Do not try to use this machine with damaged or broken
pallets. Broken pallets may have boards or nails that
hang down below the main part of the pallet. As the pal-
let is turned, these boards or nails may catch on the belt
guard. See Fig. 1. This can cause the pallet to stop turning
suddenly, and this can cause the load to shift. You may
be injured, and the machine may be damaged. Boards
or nails may extend up to 1/8 inch below the bottom of
the pallet. If necessary, you can raise the bottom of the
pallet by placing spacers on the turntable. Use pieces of
2” x 4” lumber, about 36” long. Don’t use small blocks to
support the pallets - these may not be stable when the
load begins turning.
The power cord can be damaged or cut by sharp objects.
Keep all sharp objects away from the power cord. Don’t
step on the power cord or drop anything on it. If the
power cord is damaged, you may be exposed to 120V
AC electricity. Do not use the machine if the power cord
is damaged in any way.
Never use this machine if it is wet or under water. This can
create a serious electrical shock. Protect the unit from rain
and moisture. The machine is not intended to be used in
a washdown environment.
Do not drop the load on the turntable. If you do this while
the turntable is moving, the load may shift. You may be
injured, or the machine may be damaged. If you drop the
load while the turntable is stopped, the machine may be
damaged.
Keep the area around machine clean. Do not allow any
dirt, debris, spilled oil, or excess grease to collect. These
materials may cause you to slip while the machine is
operating, and you may be injured.
Stay clear of the turntable when it is moving. As the pallet
turns, a part of the load may rotate around and hit you.
Never operate the unit when anyone is standing on the
turntable. The person on the turntable may be thrown off
and injured.
Keep the lm carriage in the latched (lower) position when
the machine is unattended or not in use.
Loading Film
1. Loosen the hand knob near the top of the lm carriage.
Remove the upper saddle core from the shaft in the
center of the carriage.
2. Place the roll of lm over the shaft. The new roll may
be up to 20 inches wide. As you look down on the roll
of lm, the loose end of the lm should be on the left.
When you pull lm off of the roll, the roll should turn
in a clockwise direction.
3. Replace the upper saddle core. Tighten the hand knob
to provide the desired lm tension.
Wrapping Film
1. Place a pallet on the turntable. The unit is designed
with a low clearance so it can be loaded by a pallet
jack. Place the center of the load over the center of
the turntable.
Warning!
Never operate the unit if the load is off-center. As the turn-
table moves, the load may shift, and you may be injured.
This can also damage the machine.
Warning!
Do not drop the load on the turntable. If you do this while
the turntable is moving, the load may shift. You may be
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injured, or the machine may be damaged. If you drop the
load while the turntable is stopped, the machine may be
damaged.
2. Walk halfway around the load and attach one end of
the lm to the side of the load.
3. Press the footswitch to start the turntable rotation.
Some pallets tend to sag a bit at the corners. The
comers may hit the sides of the belt cover. See Fig. 1.
If the corners hit, stop the machine and place blocks
under the pallet to raise it.
Warning!
Stay clear of the turntable while it is moving. As the pallet
turns, a part of the load may rotate around and hit you.
Never operate the unit when anyone is standing on the
turntable. The person on the turntable may be thrown off
and injured.
4. Grasp the handle on the lm carriage. As the turntable
turns, raise and lower the lm carriage to wrap differ-
ent parts of the load. The amount of overlap between
pieces of lm is determined by how fast you raise and
lower the carriage.
5. The knob on top of the lm carriage is used to adjust
the lm tension. If the lm breaks or stretches, the
tension is too high. Reduce the tension by turning
the knob counterclockwise.
Warning!
If the load is very light and there is too much tension on
the lm, the load can be pulled off of the pallet. The load
may be damaged, and you may be injured.
6. When the load has been wrapped, lower the lm
carriage. Be sure the latch is engaged to hold the
carriage in position.
7. Cut the lm. Attach the trailing edge of the lm to the
load.
8. Remove the pallet with the wrapped load.
Stopping the Machine
1. To stop the machine, remove your foot from the
footswitch.
2. When the machine is unattended or not in use, lower
the lm carriage into the latched position.
Operation Notes
Danger!
The power cord can be damaged or cut by sharp objects.
Keep all sharp objects away from the power cord. Don’t
step on the power cord or drop anything on it. If the
power cord is damaged, you may be exposed to 120V
AC electricity. Do not use the machine if the power cord
is damaged in any way.
Danger!
Never use this machine if it is wet or under water. This can
create a serious electrical shock. Protect the unit from rain
and moisture. The machine is not intended to be used in
a washdown environment.
Warning!
Never operate the unit if the load is off-center. The load
may shift, and you may be injured. This can also damage
the machine.
Warning!
Do not try to use this machine with damaged or broken
pallets. Broken pallets may have boards or nails, which
hang down below the main part of the pallet. As the pal-
let is turned, these boards or nails may catch on the belt
guard. See Fig. 1. This can cause the pallet to stop turning
suddenly, and this can cause the load to shift. You may
be injured, and the machine may be damaged. Boards
or nails may extend up to 1/8 inch below the bottom of
the pallet. If necessary, you can raise the bottom of the
pallet by placing spacers on the turntable. Use pieces of
2” x 4” lumber, about 36” long. Don’t use small blocks to
support the pallets - these may not be stable when the
load begins turning.
Warning!
Do not use the machine with a pallet which is larger than
50” x 50”. If you try to use a larger pallet, a corner of the
pallet may hit one of the xed parts of the machine. This
can cause the pallet or the load to shift. You may be injured,
and the machine may be damaged.
Warning!
Do not drop the load on the turntable. If you do this while
the turntable is moving, the load may shift. You may be
injured, or the machine may be damaged. If you drop the
load while the turntable is stopped, the machine may be
damaged.
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Warning!
Keep the area around machine clean. Do not allow any
dirt, debris, spilled oil, or excess grease to collect. These
materials may cause you to slip while the machine is
operating, and you may be injured.
Warning!
Stay clear of the turntable when it is moving. As the pallet
turns, a part of the load may rotate around and hit you.
Never operate the unit when anyone is standing on the
turntable. The person on the turntable may be thrown off
and injured.
Caution!
Keep the lm carriage in the latched (lower) position when
the machine is unattended or not in use.
Caution!
Do not use this unit with a load greater than 2500 lbs. This
includes the weight of the payload and the weight of the
pallet. If you overload the machine, it may be damaged.
Caution!
This machine is designed for light commercial duty. Do
not use the unit to process more than 20 pallets per day.
If you try to use the machine more often, or try to use the
machine continuously, the machine may be damaged. The
motor may overheat, and other parts may wear quickly.
Safety Labels
When it is shipped from the factory, the machine includes
the following safety labels. Be sure all of these labels are
in place. Never paint over the labels. Replacements are
available from Southworth.
• A series of labels around the turntable indicating that
workers should not stand on the turntable.
• A label on the belt guard: “Maximum capacity 2500 lbs.”
• Two labels on the sides of the belt guard: “Warning -
Machine must be lagged down to a at surface.”
Maintenance
Danger!
This machine contains electrical parts which carry 120V
AC. If you touch an exposed part while it is charged, you
may be killed or injured. Do not work on the machine unless
you are a trained electrician or electrical technician.Always
disconnect the power before you service the machine.
(Remember to do this if you lubricate the machine.)
Routine Periodic Maintenance
After the rst 100 hours of operation –
• Inspect the machine carefully. Tighten any loose nuts,
screws, set screws, sprocket keys, etc. Do not change the
oil in the gear drive.
• It is normal to see some wear on the plates under the
turntable. After a short “break-in” period, this wear should
be reduced.
At the start of each shift –
• Make a general walk-around inspection. Remove any
dirt and debris from the machine.
• Check for loose or damaged components and wiring.
• Check the condition of the power cord. Don’t use the unit
if the power cord is damaged.
Every month –
• Remove the belt cover and check the condition of the
belt. The driving surfaces of the belt should be smooth,
but not hard and shiny or cracked. If the belt is worn or
damaged, replace it.
• Check the belt tension. Press on one section of the belt
in the middle of its run. If you can deect the belt more
than 1/2 inch, tighten the belt.
Once ayear –
Change the oil in the reducer. Use SAE 90 gear oil.
Adjusting the Belt Tension
1. Unplug the machine.
2. Remove the two sheet metal screws that hold the belt
cover in place.
3. Loosen the four bolts that hold the motor mounting
bracket.
4. The belt adjustment mechanism includes two adjust-
ing bolts with locking nuts. Back off the locking nuts.
Turn the adjusting bolts until you have the correct belt
tension. Press on one section of belt in the middle of
its run. You should be able to deect the belt about
1/4 inch. Adjust both bolts by the same amount.
5. Re-tighten the locking nuts.
6. Replace the belt cover and re-tighten the sheet metal
screws.
7. Plug in the machine.
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Removing the Turntable
1. Unplug the machine.
2. Remove the belt guard. Use the two adjusting bolts
to release the tension on the drive belt. Remove the
belt from the drive pulley under the motor.
3. Use a pair of snap-ring pliers to remove the snap ring
in the center of the turntable.
4. Use a lever to lift one edge of the turntable. Start by
lifting the edge that is nearest the belt guard.
Warning!
The turntable is very heavy. You will need at least three
people to lift this part safely. Be sure to wear heavy gloves
when performing this job.
5. Lift the edge of the turntable just a bit so that you can
reach the belt. Pull the belt away from the turntable.
Caution!
Be careful to keep the belt away from the grease. If the belt
does touch the grease, you must remove the grease before
you re- assemble the machine. Use the smallest possible
amount of spray degreaser. Degreaser tends to dry out the
rubber material in the belt, so use it sparingly.
6. Once the belt is free, you can lift the turntable away
from the machine.
7. If necessary, you can now remove the carrier plate.
The steel balls used in the machine will remain in
the lower part of the machine. Don’t do this unless
you want to degrease the bearings - it can be time-
consuming to reassemble this part of the machine.
8. There are 72 balls, 5/8 inch in diameter, in the car-
rier plate. These are standard chrome-plated steel
balls.
9. If you have removed the carrier plate, put it back in
position. Place each of the balls in one of the bearings.
Be sure that every bearing has a ball. The machine
uses the large number of bearings to spread out the
weight of the load. If some of the balls are missing,
the machine may not work properly, and may wear
more quickly.
10. To reassemble the machine, reverse the remaining
steps listed above.
Inspecting and Lubricating
the Turntable
1. Unplug the machine.
2. Remove the belt guard and release the tension on
the drive belt. Remove the belt from the drive pulley
under the motor.
3. Remove the turntable as described in the last sec-
tion.
4. Lift out the carrier plate. Collect the 72 steel balls.
5. Degrease the carrier plate and the steel balls.
6. Inspect the steel balls for signs of wear. Check several
balls for discoloration or breakdown of the chrome
layer.
7. Set the carrier plate back in position. Place each of the
balls in one of the bearings. Be sure that every bear-
ing has a ball. The machine uses the large number of
bearings to spread out the weight of the load. If some
of the balls are missing, the machine may not work
properly, and may wear more quickly.
8. Place a bit of grease inside the opening of each bear-
ing.
9. Work some grease into the bearing at the center of
the turntable. The bearings for the V-belt idler rolls
are sealed and do not need lubrication.
10. To reassemble the machine, reverse the remaining
steps listed above. Guide the belt over the idler wheels
on either side of the belt guard. Be careful not to let
the drive belt touch the grease.
Caution!
Be careful to keep the belt away from the grease. If the
belt does touch the grease, you must remove the grease
before you reassemble the machine. Use the smallest
possible amount of spray degreaser. Degreaser tends to
dry out the rubber material in the belt, so use it sparingly.
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Changing the Drive Belt
Change the belt if it is cracked or dried out, or if the sides of the belt become very shiny. The belt is an A-size V-belt,
183 inches long.
1. Unplug the machine.
2. Remove the belt guard and release the tension on the drive belt. Remove the old belt from the drive pulley under the
motor.
3. Remove the turntable as described earlier. Leave the carrier plate in position - do not remove it.
4. Replace the turntable, running the new belt around the base of the part. Be careful not to let the new belt touch the
grease here.
Caution!
Be careful to keep the belt away from the grease. If the belt does touch the grease, you must remove the
grease before you reassemble the machine. Use the smallest possible amount of spray degreaser. Degreaser
tends to dry out the rubber material in the belt, so use it sparingly.
5. Guide the belt around the two idler pulleys at the end of the belt guard.
6. Guide the belt around the drive pulley under the motor. Tighten the two bolts that set the belt tension. The free play in
the center of the belt’s run should be about 1/4 inch.
7. Replace the belt guard and plug in the machine.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting Check List
Problem Possible Cause Check This
Turntable does not start, motor is
dead.
No power to motor. Check power source, power cord, start
switch.
Drive belt broken or slipping. Remove belt cover. Check belt condition.
Check for correct tension.
Turntable starts slowly.
Drive belt is loose. Check belt tension and adjust if necessary.
Drive belt is worn. Check for shiny surface and cracks. Replace
if necessary.
Grease on drive belt. Remove belt guard and inspect belt. If belt is
contaminated, remove turntable. Degrease
turntable and belt.
Excessive “rumble” when unit
operates
Wear or lack of lubrication to bearings
under turntable.
Remove turntable, inspect, lubricate.
Drive belt wears quickly. Mounting surface is not at. Check for atness using a level.
Drive motor overheats.
Exceeding duty cycle. Unit is designed for 20 pallets per day maxi-
mum.
Unit is overloaded. Unit is designed for 2500 lb. load including the
weight of pallet.
SOUTHWORTH
PALLETPAL STRETCH WRAPPER OWNER’S MANUAL 15
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
Southworth has carefully chosen the components in your lift to be the
best available for the purpose. Replacement parts should be identical to
the original equipment. Southworth will not be responsible for equipment
failures resulting from the use of incorrect replacement parts or from
unauthorized modications of the machine.
Southworth will gladly supply you with replacement parts for your
Southworth lift. With your order, please include the model number and the
serial number of the lift. You may nd these numbers on the nameplate,
which is located on the crossbar at the base of the cylinder(s). When
you are ordering parts for a cylinder, also include the cylinder number.
This is stamped on the base of the cylinder housing.
To order replacement parts, please call the Parts Department at (207)
878-0700 or (800)743-1000. Parts are shipped subject to the following
terms:
• FOB factory
• Returns only with the approval of our parts department
• Payment net 30 days (except parts covered by warranty)
• Freight collect (except parts covered by warranty)
• The warranty for repair parts is 30 days from date of shipment
Parts replaced under warranty are on a “charge-credit” basis. We will
invoice you when we ship the replacement part, then credit you when
you return the worn or damaged part, and we verify that it is covered
by our warranty. Labor is not covered under warranty for Parts orders.
SOUTHWORTH PRODUCTS CORP
Parts Department
Telephone: (207) 878-0700
(800) 743-1000
Fax: (207) 797-4734
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Film Roll Tensioning Parts
ITEM NO. PART DESCRIPTION PART NO.
3 KNOB 2980126
4 CORE MOUNT PIVOT 2980127
5 BEARING 2980128
6 THREADED COLLAR, 3/8-16 2612321
7WASHER, .375 ID X .812 OD X .030 THICK 2340599
8 THRUST BEARING 2340700
9WASHER, 7/16 ID X 1 1/4 OD X 5/64 THICK 2340217
10 WASHER, 3/8 ID X 13/16 OD X 1/16 THICK 2340701
12 CURVED SPRING WASHER 2760065
SOUTHWORTH
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PARTS LISTING
PART LOCATION PART NO. QTY
Axle Top of lm carriage A-2980222 4
Ball bearing 5/8” dia. Under turntable, outer ring 6521304 72
Bearing Center of turntable 6521306 1
Bearing V-belt idler roller 2332296 2
Bearing Center of core mount A-2980128 2
Bearing holder (both size balls) Under turntable A-2980213 72
Cable assembly Film carriage A-2980072 1
Carrier plate Under turntable B-2980212 1
Collar Below core mount 2612321 1
Core mount Center of lm carriage A-2980127 1
Drive belt Around turntable 2612320 1
Drive pulley Under reducer A-298015B 1
Gear reducer End of motor 2281126 1
Handle grip Film carriage 2381046 1
Idler roller for V-belt Under belt guard A-2980113 2
Motor 1/3 HP Near lm carriage 2265491 1
Retaining ring Center of turntable 2881155 1
Roller Top of lm carriage A-2980221 1
Seal brush Under turntable A-2980774 1
Seal brush holder Under turntable A-2980074 1
Sheave Film carriage cable 2660093 1
Spacing washer Under turntable bearing 2820199 1
Tab washer Above turntable bearing 2341453 1
Tensioning knob Film carriage A-2980126 1
Thrust bearing Below lm core mount 2340700 1
Washer Under lm tension handle 2340701 1
Washer Smaller, under lm tension handle 2340599 2
Washer Above lm core 2340217 1
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Fig. 3 Wiring Diagram
SOUTHWORTH
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Southworth Products Corp warrants this product to be free from defects in
material or workmanship for a period of two years of single shift usage from
date of shipment, providing claim is made in writing within that time period. This
warranty shall not cover modied designs for special applications, failure or
defective operation caused by misuse, misapplication, negligence or accident,
exceeding recommended capacities, failure to perform required maintenance
or altering or repairing, unless alteration is authorized by Southworth Products
Corp. Except as set forth herein, there are no other warranties, express or
implied, including the warranties of merchantability and tness for a particular
purpose, all of which are hereby excluded.
Southworth Products Corp makes no warranty or representation with respect
to the compliance of any product with state or local safety or product standard
codes, and any failure to comply with such codes shall not be considered a de-
fect of material or workmanship under this warranty. Southworth Products Corp
shall not be liable for any direct or consequential damages arising out of such
noncompliance.
Southworth Products Corp’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the
replacement or repair of defective components at its factory or another location
at Southworth Products Corp’s discretion. The Southworth Warranty is for prod-
uct sold with in North America. For products shipped outside of North America
the warranty will be for replacement of defective parts only. Labor is not includ-
ed. This is buyer’s sole remedy. Except as stated herein, Southworth Products
Corp will not be liable for any loss, injury or damage to persons or property, nor
for direct, indirect, or consequential damage of any kind, resulting from failure
or defective operation of said product.
This warranty may be altered only in writing by Southworth Products Corp,
Portland, Maine.
SOUTHWORTH PRODUCTS CORP
P.O. Box 1380, Portland, ME 04104-1380
Telephone: (800) 743-1000 • (207) 878-0700
Fax: (207) 797-4734
www.SouthworthProducts.com
2 YEAR WARRANTY
For more information, contact Southworth Products
Telephone (800) 743-1000 Fax (207) 797-4734
Southworth is the world class supplier of products designed to improve productivity and enhance
safety. Our staff has over 400 years of engineering experience. If one of our standard products
does not meet your needs, our engineers can custom design equipment specifically suited to your
material handling application.
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