Strapack iQ400 Operation instructions

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL : iQ-400
MACHINE No.:
IMPORTANT DO NOT DESTROY
Read carefully and understand this INSTRUCTIONS before
operating your Strapack machine.
Keep this booklet in a convenient location for use at any time.
This machine is conformity with the requirement of the following EC Directive ,
2006/42/EC Machinery Directive
2014/30/EU EMC Directive
iQ400-1A-02001-00 (Mar 2018)
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
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Index
Chapter1 INTRODUCTION
Operating Environment ··································································2
Strapack Group Contact Information···············································3
Product Identification Plate Locations ·············································3
Standard Specification······································································4
Dimensional Outline Drawing ··························································4
Chapter2 SAFETY INSTRUCTION
General Cautions ··············································································5
・Warning and Cautions on Power Cord
・Warning and Cautions on Strap
・Warning and Cautions on Package
Movement and Installation ······························································5
Operation·························································································6
Routine Maintenance & Adjustment················································6
Safety Alert Labels ········································································7
Chapter3 INSTALLATION
Connect Power Cable ( for Outside North America )
Chapter4 MACHINE INFORMATION
Operation Panel ·············································································8
Switching of Tension Mode 《Torque / Stroke》·······························9
Explanation of tension system
How to switch torque / stroke
Inner Adjustment Dials and Fuse ················································· 10
Wiring Diagram ·············································································· 11
Chapter5 OPERATION
Loading the Strap Coil ·································································· 12
Strap Threading Procedure ···························································· 12
Operation ······················································································· 12
Daily Care ····················································································· 13
Chapter6 ADJUSTMENT
Adjustment of 《VR3》at insufficient tension······························· 13
Adjustment of converting the Strap Width ·································· 14

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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
Thank you very much for your purchase of a STRAPACK strapping machine.
We are prepared to offer extensive after sales service for our products through our distribution network.
To effectively use the strapping machine, daily maintenance and proper handling are important.
You are requested to have a complete understanding of this instruction manual for proper use and
maintenance of the machine over a long period of time.
Also, please carefully read the separate leaflet “Check that Seal !", to prevent any accidents during operation.
Operating Environment
Use this machine where the following environmental conditions are met.
Temperature: Between 0 degrees Celsius and 40 degrees Celsius (do not freeze )
The humidity: Relative humidity being 0-80% (without condense dew)
Atmosphere: Free from excessive dust, acid fume, corrosive gases and salt.
The place where water and oil do not congregate or drip.
A place without the danger of explosion
This machine is not explosion-proof type.
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Strapack Group Contact Information
[Head Office]
STRAPACK CORPORATION
8-16-6 Ginza Chuo-ku Tokyo 1040061 JAPAN
Website: http://www.strapack.co.jp/
email : [email protected]
STRAPACK CORPORATION International Department
7F Ginza Strapack Building 8-16-6 Ginza Chuo-ku
Tokyo 1040061 JAPAN
[ Asia, Oceania and General Inquiry about Strapack ]
Phone:
Fax:
[phone]
[phone]
STRAPACK, INC.
MillerBevco 6209 Richards Dr. Shawnee, KS 66216
U.S.A.
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Phone:
Fax:
[phone]
[phone]
Gordian Strapping Ltd.
Brunel Road, Houndmills Industrial Estate,
Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21 6XX United Kingdom
[ United Kingdom ]
Phone:
Fax:
[phone]
[phone]
Strapack N.V./S.A.
Uilenbaan 200 B-2160 Wommelgem B-2160 Belgium
Phone:
Fax:
[phone]
[phone]
[ Continental Europe (including Middle East, North Africa, Russia and CIS countries) ]
Product Identification Plate Locations
When requesting service, please refer to the
identification plate that is found on the
machine’s side surface.
The following information is required
・Model ・Serial Number

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Standard Specification
iQ-400
Outside North America
North America
Joint (Strap Weld)
Heat Seal / polypropylene
Dimensions
: Width
780mm
30-3/4 in.
: Height
777 mm
30-5/8 in.
: Table Height
752 mm
29-5/8 in.
: Depth
540 mm
22-1/2 in.
Machine Weight
Approx. 56 kg
Approx.123.5 lbs.
Tension
:Torque Mode
Up to 450 N ( 45.9kgf)
Up to 101 lbf
:Stroke Mode
150 mm
5-7/8 in.
Electric Power
Single Phase 200-240V 50/60Hz
Single Phase 110-120V50/60Hz
Full Load Current
12 A
14.5 A
SCCR (Sort-Circuit Current Rating)
0.5 kA
0.3 kA
Power Consumption
0.35 kW
Noise Emissions
57.2 dB (A) Measured according to EN-415-8 Annex A
Package
: Min. Size
W100×H30mm
W 3-1/8 x H 1-1/8 in.
: Max. Size
Unlimited
Unlimited
Strap
: Width
5, 6, 9, 12, 15.5 mm
5mm,1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8 in.
: Thickness
0.4mm to 0.7mm
: Dispenser
Strap Coil
ID 200 x W200mm
Strap Coil
ID 200 or 230 x W200mm
(8x8in. or 9x8in.)
Dimensional Outline Drawing
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CHAPTER2 SAFETY INSTRUCTION
This section deals with safety for moving, installing, operating the machine and performing simple
maintenance. So please fully understand it before use. Also, keep this manual near the machine so that you
can check it immediately when you need it. Make sure that those who received some education should install,
repair and adjust the machine.
General Caution
Safety Warning about Power Cord
Use with the correct voltage.
Power Plug should be connected to the power outlet of at least 15A.
Be sure that the Power Cord is plugged all the way into the power outlet.
Keep the Power Plug free of debris and dusts.
Do not damage the Power Cord
（e.g. Do not bend by force, do not place something on top of it, do not tangle）
Do not use deformed or damaged Power Cord
Do not plug in and out with wet hands
Place the power cord away from moving parts or strap reel.
Safety Warning about Strap
Do not leave the coil or piece of strap on the floor
Use appropriate type of strap
Use caution not to drop the strap coil when loading the strap
Safety Warning about Package
Do not strap the following types of package
Explosives
Exposed food items (for sanitary reasons)
Breakables such as glass
Harmful chemicals
Live animals
Do not use strap as handles
Do not drop the package/bundle on the table and floor
Movement and Installation
Follow the instructions according to this manual when moving the machine or changing the machine
height.
Install the machine indoor.
Install the machine on a stable, flat floor.
Install the machine where there is appropriate ventilation of air.
Install the machine where there is no splashing of water or oil.
Push the machine to move it to the desired location.
To move the machine, unlock the casters first. Once the machine is placed, lock the casters again.

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Operation
Read the Instructions carefully
Do not use this machine other than to strap appropriate packages
Never operate the machine when the table is removed
Watch your steps around the casters and power cords.
Dress appropriately to operate the machine.
Do not touch the strap during the machine operation.
Use caution to keep your body parts from getting caught between package and strap.
Use caution to keep your body parts from getting caught when putting the loose strap back onto
the reel.
Do not place liquid on the machine.
Do not stand or sit on the machine.
Remove jammed strap appropriately; do not pull by force.
Do not touch the machine when your body has collected static.
Routine Maintenance & Adjustment
Maintenance can only be done by a trained personnel.
At the time of maintenance, the machine power should be turned off and the power plug should
be unplugged.
After the power is turned off, wait until the following parts cools off.
Heater
Motor
Control Board
Transformer
When you need to remove the cover to work on the IC Board, make sure that the remaining
electricity has been discharged.
**Right after the power switch is turned off, there is still some electric charge on the condenser of the
IC board. Therefore, handle it very carefully.
When handling springs, be careful not to hurt yourself with the spring pressure.
Dispose of the replaced parts appropriately, according to local trash regulations.
When the maintenance is complete, replace the tables and outer panels and turn the power back on.
Use only parts provided or approved by STRAPACK.
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Safety Alert Labels
Warning labels are seen where there is a potential risk of danger.
Carefully read the instructions on the Safety Alert Labels and follow them.
Replace missing or damaged safety labels with new safety labels immediately.
If safety labels are replaced with new labels, make sure new safety labels are attached in the same
location as the replaced labels.
WARNING and CAUTION are defined as follows:
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or severe injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
The alert labels shown below are attached to machine:
Placing Warning Labels
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION
Connect Power Cable ( for Outside North America )
1. Connect to appropriate Power Supply
Current··········· 15A
Voltage··········· Single Phase 230V, 50Hz
Allowance of Fluctuation……. Voltage 198V～264V Frequency 50±3Hz
2. Use the appropriate plug according to the outlet.
WARNING : Electric shock.
Point with hazardous voltage that can result in electric shock.
CAUTION : High Temperature
Point with high temperature over 65℃that leads to burns.
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CHAPTER 4MACHINE INFORMATION
Operation Panel
1 Power Select Switch
This is the Power Supply Switch for the machine.
Green Lamp⑥by the switch will be lit when the switch is at ON position. This Lamp⑥
indicates the connection of power supply. The Green Lamp starts to blink when the Power
Select Switch is turned on. The blink turns into a firm light when the heater temperature
goesupanappropriatetemperature(approx.45sec.)andinformsthemachineisreadyforitsoperation.
2 Reset Switch
By pressing this Reset Switch, the Sealing Unit will cycle one time and stop at Home position.
The strap will feed forward according to the setting on the Feed Dial④.
3 Feed Switch
This is a jog switch that feeds the strap forward as long as the switch remains depressed.
If the strap length available is insufficient, press this switch to feed more strap until you have
the desired amount.
4 Feed Dial
This dial setting determines the length of strap fed off the Reel at the end of each cycle. Adjust
this dial to set the length of strap desired. Turning the dial clockwise will increase the length
of strap to be forwarded. Turning counterclockwise will shorten the amount of strap fed.
Set according your package size.
5 Tension Dial
Turning this dial clockwise makes the strap tension tighter, turning counterclockwise makes the
tension softer.
6 Power Indicator Lamp <Green>
Light while energizing
7 Error IndicatorLamp <Red>
Lighting : Sealing Motor (M1) Overload
Flashing : Feed/Reverse Motor (M2) Overload
8 StrokeLamp <Yellow> ※Factory setting : Torque mode
Light off : Torque mode Lighting up : Stroke Mode

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Switching of TENSION MODE (Torque/Stroke)
This model is capable to select “Torque Tension System” or “Stroke Tension System”. Following is
the explanation of tension system. Select appropriate Tension System according to package.
When shipping from the factory, the torque system is selected, so the “STROKE lamp”is off.
The “STROKE lamp”on the operation panel lights up when the stroke system is selected.
● Explanation of tension system
<Features of Torque Tension>
Pull back with "force" set by Tension Dial.
Tighten with the same strength regardless of the hardness and size of the packing.
<Features of Stroke Tension>
Pull back "length" set by Tension Dial.
For packages of the same size and different hardness, tension is different.
For packages of the same hardness and different sizes, the tension is different.
● How to switch torque / stroke
1. Turn off the power
2. While pressing both the FEED switch and the RESET switch, turn on the power.
(Do not release hand from FEED switch and RESET switch even when power is turned ON)
3. The STROKE lamp flashes four times and then goes out.
After the STROKE lamp goes out, release your hands off the FEED switch and the RESET switch.
4. Each time you press the FEED switch, the STROKE lamp turns on or off.
5. After selecting the tension mode, press the RESET switch until the STROKE lamp blinks.
6. Release the RESET switch when the STROKE lamp flashes blinking.
This completes switching of tension mode.
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Inner Adjustment Dials and Fuses
Heater Dial, Seal Prolongation Dial and Fuse are equipped inside of Machine.
1.HEATER
●Heater Temperature Adjustment
・The Heater Temperature has been preset at the factory. However, please note that differing climates
or ambient temperatures may require adjusting the temperature.
・The Heater Temperature Dial is located inside the machine. Turning it clockwise will increase the
temperature whereas turning counterclockwise will decrease the heater temperature
●Temperature Adjustment according to the Strap Quality
This machine is adjusted to run standard Polypropylene strap. Heater Temperature should be lowered
with Formed and Thin strap. Refer to “Check the Seal” and adjust accordingly.
●Long Period of Usage
Heater temperature and effectiveness will decrease after a long period of usage due to a buildup of PP
strap residue on the Heater Plate. If the proper heater temperature cannot be reached by adjusting
the Heater Dial, turn OFF the Power Switch and wait until the Heater Plate cools down sufficiently. Then,
remove the residue build up with a screw driver or wire brush. After removing the residue, the
temperature will increase so return the Heater Dial back to its original position.
●Seal Prolongation Dial (SEAL TIME) ※Factory setting :0
This dial prolongs the cooling time before releasing the strap.
It would be advisable to turn this dial clockwise
slightly when insufficient sealing is found.
2.FUSE
The Fuses prevent overload accidents.
If a fuse blows out, turn off the power and unplug Power Supply
Cable. Replacing the fuse after the case of the fuse break.
Description
Size
Capacity
Note
Fuse 1
Midget Fuse
Ø 6.4X30
250V 10A
250V 5A
for Primary Voltage : 100～120V
for Primary Voltage : 220～240V
Fuse 2
Midget Fuse
Ø 6.4X30
250V 6A
for M1
Fuse 3
Midget Fuse
Ø 6.4X30
250V 20A
for M2
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Wiring Diagram
●Electrical Wiring Diagram
Index Number
F1
F2
F3
100V
SED-J53-J
10A
6A
20A
110～120V
SED-J53-A
10A
6A
20A
220～240V
SED-J53-E
5A
6A
20A

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CHAPTER 5OPERATION
Loading the Strap Coil
Load the strap coil onto the Reel Unit without cutting retaining bands ④ tied around the coil.
1. Remove Reel Out Circular ② by rotating Reel Nut Handle ① clockwise.
2. Mount the strap coil onto the Reel In Circular ③ so that the tip of the strap points in the counterclockwise
direction. Position the coil between Reel In Circular ③ and Reel
Out Circular ② .
3. Secure it by turning Reel Nut Handle ① counterclockwise to
tighten.
4. Cut all of the retaining bands ④
Strap Threading Procedure
1 Insert the power plug into a suitable power outlet and turn on
the Power Select Switch.
2 Press the Reset Switch.
* Machine will start and stop at the Home Position.
* Confirm that the machine has finished cycling.
3Thread the ti of strap through ① ② and insert to the square
hole ③.
4Keep pushing the insert strap lightly and push strap Feed Switch
Operation
After turning on the Power Select Switch, the heater element will reach operating temperature in
approximately 45 seconds.
1. Place the package to be strapped on the Upper Tables and over the sealing point (Slide Table).
Insert the free end of the strap into the groove of the band-way.
This will start the strapping operation and the tensioning of the strap around the package.
2. After one strapping cycle (tensioning, cutting and sealing) is completed, a fixed length of strap will
feed forward automatically for the next strapping operation.
★Strap length is adjustable by the Feed Dial and Feed Switch.
3. After strapping all of your packages, turn off the Power Select Switch.

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Daily Care
Daily:
・Strap Seal・・・・・・・・・・・・ Check the seal for good bond & overlap.
・Abnormal Noise ・・・・・・・・・・ Check for any abnormal noise during machine operation
・Vibration ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Check for any abnormal vibration during machine operation. ・
Power ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・Check for splits / breakage in power cord. Replace if damaged.
Weekly:
・Clean the inside of the machine ・・Remove strap dust, paper dust, foreign matters with compressed air.
Clean the heater blade (top & bottom) with wire brush, steel wool or emory cloth (only after heater cools)
Blow out debris from the internal fan.
Monthly:
*Lube center press bar & slide table with oil (Part #4NA76)
To prevent injury please be sure the tabletops are replaced prior to
operation.
CHAPTER 6ADJUSTMENT
Adjustment of 《 VR3 》 at insufficient tension
VR 3 is a volume that adjusts the completion of band reversal before tightening. VR3 is on the
control board.
●If tightening begins before the reverse rotation is completed, adjust VR3 by turning it clockwise.
●If reverse rotation is not completed even though the band is wrapped around the packing item,
turn VR3 counterclockwise to make adjustment.
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Adjustment for converting the strap width
Adjustment of the band width is 3 places.
1. Remove the Right Bandway Adjuster.
2. Loosen the bolts with fix the Shooter Adjuster, and adjust the Shooter Adjuster according the
strap width.
Case of 15.5mm (5/8in) : Pull the Shooter Adjuster all the way out.
Case of 6-12mm ( 1/4-1/2in) : There are three lines on Shooter Adjuster as guidance.
The line of Shooter Adjuster should align with the side of Band
Guide Block.
Case of 5mm : Push the Shooter Adjuster to the end.
3. Replace the Right Bandway Adjuster, and adjust the distance “A” as the strap width plus 1mm.
4. Loosen the bolt that fixes Band Width Plate, and adjust the distance “B” as the strap width
plus 1mm.
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Basingstoke Hampshire RG21 6XX United Kingdom
8-16-6 Ginza Chuo-ku Tokyo 104-0061 JAPAN
7F Ginza Strapack Building 8-16-6 Ginza Chuo-ku Tokyo 104-0061 JAPAN
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Fax
Phone
Fax
Phone
Fax
: [phone]
Strapack, Inc.
MillerBevco 6209 Richards Dr. Shawnee, KS 66216
U.S.A. Phone : [phone]
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: [phone]
: [phone]
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Strapack Corporation
Strapack Corporation International Department
Strapack N.V./S.A.
Gordian Strapping Ltd
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