TAKE-A-LABEL TAL-3000C User manual

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TAKE-A-LABEL
16900 Power Dr.
Nunica, MI 49448
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3000C Tamp Labeler

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P Ph ho ot to o E Ey ye e A Ad dj ju us st tm me en nt t P Pa ag ge e 2 2. .1 12 2

Section #1
Introduction

Page 1.1
General
Thank you for purchasing the TAL-3000C continuous duty tamp labeler. The TAL-
3000C system is known for its high quality and operating simplicity. With proper
maintenance it will provide years of dependable and trouble free service.
Our equipment is manufactured to the strictest standard and is thoroughly tested before
being released into the field. However, sometimes a problem may arise that is not
covered by the scope of this manual. If a situation as such occurs, further technical
support is just a phone call away.
Power
Requirements:
110 VAC 15 Amps 60 Hz, Grounded
Pneumatic
Requirements:
60 PSIG Clean Dry Air
System Weight:
55 LBS.
Unit Dimensions
: 15 1/2”w x 20”h
Maximum Roll Size:
12" converted on a standard 3" diameter core.
Accuracy:
+/- 1/32

Section #2
System Operation

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1. Remove outer unwind disk (A) install new label roll and replace disk.
Threading:
2. Route label web under idler roller (C).
3. Route label web around idler roller (D).
4. Thread label web through label sensor (E).
5. Route label web around the bottom of roller (F).
6. Route around peel plate (G), be sure not to thread the label web around the air assist tube
(H).
7. Thread web around the bottom of roller (I) wrapping web around the traction roller (J)
Rotate locking cam (K) down allowing pinch roller to swing open. Then route label
between pinch roller (L). Then lock pinch roller back into place by rotating the locking
cam (K) up.
8. Remove rewind clip and route web from pinch roller under the rewind mandrel and
reattach rewind clip.
A
C
D
E
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Ca am m L Lo oc ck k A Ad dj ju us st tm me en nt t: :
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1. . T Tu ur rn n t th he e
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2. . U Un nl lo oc ck k t th he e c ca am m a as s i if f y yo ou u w we er re e g go oi in ng g t to o t th hr re ea ad d t th he e l la ab be el le er r. .
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3. . I In ns se er rt t a al ll le en n w wr re en nc ch h i in nt to o t th he e a al ll le en n b bo ol lt t i in n t th he e c ca am m l lo oc ck k. .
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5. . I In ns se er rt t a a s so oc ck ke et t o on nt to o t th he e n nu ut t a an nd d l lo oo os se en n i it t. .
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6. . M Mo ov ve e t th he e c ca am m d do ow wn n t to ow wa ar rd ds s t th he e p pi in nc ch h r ro ol ll l. . R Re em me em mb be er r y yo ou u h ha av ve e t to o l lo oc ck k i it t s so o d do on n’ ’t t
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mo ov ve e i it t d do ow wn n t to oo o f fa ar r. .
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7. . T Ti ig gh ht te en n t th he e c ca am m l lo oc ck k n nu ut t a an nd d t tr ry y i it t a ag ga ai in n. .
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8. . R Re ep pe ea at t i if f n ne ec ce es ss sa ar ry y. .
Cam Lock
Pinch Roller
Traction Roller
Allen Bolt

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Replacement:
1. Turn power off and unplug the labeler.
2. Move the tamp pad out of your way.
3. Remove the old covering by peeling it off.
4. Clean all the old adhesive off of the peel bar.
5. Remove the blue liner.
6. Apply the new cover.

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Ph ho ot to o E Ey ye e M Mo od de e: :
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b bu ut tt to on n. .

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1 Unpack TAL-3000C tamp labeler system from the shipping container.
2 Inspect the labeler for damage during shipping. If damage is observed, please notify TAL before
continuing.
3 Place the labeler on a firm level surface.
4Plug the labeler into a 110 VAC 15 AMP (GROUNDED) Outlet. Note: Extension cords may result
in improper labeler operation, and are not recommend by TAL.
5Connect the labeler to a sufficient air supply. Note: air requirements are 60 PSIG clean dry air,
although your label may not require that much air.
6Thread machine per section 2 page 2.1. Note: To avoid inadvertent operation always thread machine
with the power switch in the off position.

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7. Turn power switch ( located on top of machine ) on.
8. Check label setup by moving something in front of the product photo eye to
advance one label ( See page 2.7 for label setup ).
9. Set the tamp stroke by placing the product under the tamp pad. Disconnect the air
supply and move the tamp pad to the product to be labeled. Loosen the tamp head
set collar so it limits the stroke of the tamp head, tighten collar and reconnect air
supply.
Tamp Head Set
Collar
Power Switch

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Adjustment of ( A ):
The height of the peel plate and the tamp pad will vary with different labels but, for a
place to start is to have the peel plate and the tamp pad to be even. You can move it up or
down from there. Watch the label move between the peel plate and the tamp pad, if the
label has to go up for the transfer of the label to the tamp pad, move the pad down. If the
label runs into the tamp pad you must move the tamp up. You can make fine adjustment of
the tamp by loosening the cylinder rod nut and turning the cylinder rod ( Don’t unthread
the rod too much or you could damage the thread when you run your labeler in
production ).
Note: You want the tamp pad to be as low as possible without hitting the tamp pad.
A
B
Loosen For
Adjustment (A)
Cylinder Rod
Nut
C

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Adjustment of (B):
The distance between the tamp pad and the peel plate should be as close as possible
without hitting the peel plate when the tamp head travels down. To adjust the distance,
loosen the two screws located behind the slotted plate.
Note: The tamp pad must be level to your product when you are done adjusting the tamp
pad in both A and B adjustments.
A
B
Screw located
behind slotted
plate
C

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Adjustment of (C):
The air assist tube can be adjusted in two ways, rotation and air flow.
Rotation: On the far side of the tube there is a clamp, loosen the screw and you can rotate
the tube. It should be rotated about to the center of the tamp head. If the rotation is not
adjusted the air will get under the label and it will fly off the tamp pad.
Air Flow: The air flow should be adjusted so that the label lifts to the tamp pad as the
label is being dispensed. If you have too much air from the air assist tube the label will not
transfer to the tamp pad smoothly and could fly off the tamp pad all together.
A
B
C
Air Flow
Adjustment

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Label Set Up:
Adjust the label advance dial all the way to the minus. Dispense a label, now rotate the
label advance dial to the plus until the label stops on the front edge of the peel plate
without going over the edge.
The TAL-3000C has a label speed feature that will help you dispense some of the most
difficult labels or help you obtain faster cycle times.
Note: If you adjust the speed of the label, you will have to readjust the label advance for
that speed.
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+
Label
Advance
Sensor
Bracket
Shorter
Longer
Label Speed
Dial

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Adjusting Dwell Time:
1. Turn the labeler off; unplug the power cord from power source.
2. Remove the electric cover by removing the screws.
3. Locate the potentiometer (A & B) located on the electrical board. Potentiometer (A)
determines the time for the tamp head to advance out, (B) determines the time for the
tamp head to return back.
4. Clockwise makes the time longer; counter clockwise makes the time shorter.
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5. . If you need more time than it will adjust see page 2.9.
A
B

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Adjusting Tamp Head Speed:
1. Turning the speed flow control screw clockwise makes the tamp travel slower.
2. Turning the speed flow control screw counter clockwise makes the tamp travel faster.
3. One side is for the tamp head extend, the other side is for the tamp head return.
Speed Flow Control
Adjustment Screws

Section #3
Maintenance
Procedures

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Cleaning
Instructions:
A. Label rollers: The rollers should be cleaned and checked for wear every 500 hours of operation. The
rollers can be cleaned with a mild detergent or isopropyl alcohol.
B. Label Sensor: The photoelectric label sensor should be inspected every 500 hours of operation or if
erratic label placement becomes a problem. Air blow off is recommended for cleaning fiber optic
ends.
C. Pinch Roller: The pinch roller should be inspected for unwanted debris every time the system is re-
threaded. Isopropyl alcohol should be used to remove adhesive build up. NOTE: never use a knife or
any other sharp object to remove labels or adhesive, damage to roller will occur.
D. Traction Roller: The traction roller should be inspected for unwanted debris every time the system is
re-threaded. Isopropyl alcohol should be used to remove adhesive build up.
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B
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