TAKE-A-LABEL TAL-3000R User manual

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TAKE-A-LABEL®
3631 44th Street, Suite C
Grand Rapids, MI 49512-3950
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
http://www.take-a-label.com
E-Mail [email protected]

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Section 1 (Introduction)
General Page 1.1
Section 2 (System Operation)
Machine Start Up Page 2.1
Label Threading Page 2.2
Label Tensioning Page 2.3
Product Carriage Adjustment Page 2.4
Product Carriage Adjustment Page 2.5
Product Drive Head Adjustment Page 2.6
Product Drive Head Adjustment Page 2.7
Label Position Page 2.8
Photo Eye Adjustment Page 2.9
Label Sensor Adjustment Page 2.10
Label Sensor Adjustment Page 2.11
Pinch Roll Cam Lock Adjustment Page 2.12
Product Drive Head Thrust Bearing Adjustment Page 2.13
Product Drive Head Thrust Bearing Adjustment Page 2.14

Section 3 (Maintenance Procedures)
General Maintenance Page 3.1
General Maintenance Page 3.2
General Maintenance Page 3.3
Preventive Maintenance Page 3.4
Preventive Maintenance Page 3.5
Spare Parts List Page 3.6
Troubleshooting Guide Page 3.7
Section 4 (Machine Component Description)
Electrical Schematics Page 4.1
3000R Assembly Table of Contents Page 4.2
3000R Assembly Drawings Page 4.3 Thru 4.11
Section 5 (Optional Assembly Instructions)

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Thank you for purchasing the TAL-3000R Round Product Labeler. The TAL-3000R
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
60 PSI; Clean, Dry Air
System Weight: 75 lbs.
Unit Dimensions: 34” L X 18” W X 16” H
34” L X 18” W X 25” H with Hot Stamp
Maximum Roll Size: 12" converted on a standard 3" diameter core.

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1. Unpack the TAL-3000R system from the shipping container.
2. Inspect the labeler for damage. If you see any damage, please notify the shipping
company and TAL before setting the labeler up and using it.
3. Set labeler on an appropriate stand or table.
4. Plug the labeler directly into a 110 VAC 15 AMP (GROUNDED) outlet. Do not
use an extension cord.
Note: Extension cords may result in improper labeler operation and are not
recommend by TAL.
4. Install the label roll and thread the labeler. (See page 2.2 )
WARNING: To avoid inadvertent operation, always thread the machine with the
power switch in the off position.
5. Adjust the position of the Round Product Carrier. ( See page 2.4-2.5 Product
Carriage Adjustment).
6. Turn the power switch on. The red LED in the switch will light when the power is
on.
Label Advance +/-
7. Using the LABEL ADVANCE +/- dial, adjust the label advance position. (See page
2.8 Label Position).
8. Adjust the tension of the label web tensioner see. (See page 2.3 Label Threading
and Tensioning).

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Unwind Disk
Unwind
Take-up Label Sensor
Peel Plate
Traction Roller
Pinch Roller
Cam Lock
Rewind Mandrel
Threading: 1. Turn labeler off.
2. Remove the outer unwind disk.
3. Install a new label roll on unwind shaft.
4. Replace the unwind disk.
5. Thread the labeler as shown in the diagram above until the label
material reaches the pinch roller and traction roller. Be sure to thread
the label web through the label sensor.
6. Lift the cam lock to release the pinch roller.
7. Thread the label web around the pinch roller and cam rollers as shown
in the diagram above.
8. Pull enough of the label material through the pinch and traction rollers
to attach it to the rewind mandrel.
9. Lower the cam lock, locking the pinch roller down.
10. Remove the rewind clip from the rewind mandrel, wrap the label web
around the bottom of the mandrel, and reattach the clip.

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Take-Up
Tension Knob Rocking Motion
Rocking Motion
Set Screw
Tensioning:
1. Begin dispensing labels.
2. Unlock set screw on tension knob.
3. Slowly turn the tension knob on the unwind until the take-up starts a
slight rocking motion as labels are dispensing.
4. Tighten set screw on tension knob.