Thermopatch HS-4-C User manual

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HS-4-C User Manual
V.2.1 ENG
March 2020
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HS-4-C

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Copyrights
© 2020, Thermopatch bv, Almere, the Netherlands.
No part of this publication may be reproduced by any means
without the prior written permission of Thermopatch bv, the
Netherlands.
Thermopatch and the Thermopatch logo, Thermoseal and
Thermocrest are registered trademarks of Thermopatch.
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Preface
Dear user,
Congratulations and welcome to the ever growing number of
Thermopatch users.
You have acquired a machine which has been manufactured
by Thermopatch with the greatest possible care. We are
condent that you will be enjoying the use of this machine for
a long time.
Please take note of the contents of this manual to familiarize
yourself with the workings and safety aspects of the machine.
This manual was written for the benet of all users and
technicians who install and maintain the machine. You will
nd information on operating, safety and maintenance as well
as spare parts and supplies.
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Contents
Copyrights 2
Preface 3
Contents 4
Ec-Declaration Of Conformity 5
1. Introduction 6
1.1 What Did You Receive? 6
1.2 The Hs-4-C 6
1.3 Your Supplier 6
1.4 Specications Of The Hs-4-C 6
1.5 Safety 7
1.6 Conditions Of Warranty And Product Liability 7
2. Installation 8
2.1 Instruction For Handling 8
2.2 Installing And Connecting The Hs-4-C 8
3. Operating The Hs-4-C 9
3.1 Starting Up 9
3.2 Functionality 9
4. Maintenance 11
4.1 General 11
5. Possible Faults 12
5.1 Problem Analysis And Solutions 12
5.2 Error Codes 13
6. Supplies 14
6.1 Most Commonly Used Parts 14
6.2 Parts Identication And Location... 14
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EC-Declaration of Conformity
We,
Thermopatch B.V.
Draaibrugweg 14
1332 Almere
The Netherlands
herewith declare, on our own responsibility, that the
applyance:
Thermopatch Thermoseal HS-4-C, which this declaration
refers to, is in accordance with the conditions of the following
Directive(s):
2014/35/EG (Low voltage directive)
2014/30/EG (EMC directive)
The Netherlands, Almere, 30-05-2015
Jan Bausch,
Director
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1. Introduction
1.1 WHAT DID YOU RECEIVE?
The HS-4-C has been packed in a cardboard box. The
following articles should have been delivered:
• HS-4-C heat seal machine
• Electrical power cable
• User’s Guide on CD-ROM
If one of these articles is missing, please contact our
customer service or your Thermopatch supplier.
1.2 THE HS-4-C
1.3 YOUR SUPPLIER
Please look at our website, www.thermopatch.com to nd your
supplier. E-mail: [email protected]
1.4 SPECIFICATIONS OF THE HS-4-C
The machine HS-4-C is practical and universally applicable. It
can be used to apply patches, textile emblems, heat seal trans-
fers, in short all Thermopatch materials suited for marking and
mending to textiles and technical bres
The HS-4-C machine is a semi-automatic machine wich
is manually operated. The set temperature, time and
pressure are presented upon its display.
The Thermoseal HS-4-C has been manufactured in
accordance with the European guideline for Low Voltage
2006/95/EG and the EMC guideline 2004/108/EC.
You will nd this declaration inside this manual on the
supplied CD.
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TITLE SPECIFICATION
LOWER PLATEN SIZES 95 X 12 CM (OPTIONAL)
HEATING IRON 10.16 X 12.7 CM
HEATING RANGE 20-230 °C
ELECTRICAL 3 AMPS @ 240 VAC
50/60 HZ
TIME SETTINGS 0-30 SECONDS
MAXIMUM OPERATING PRES-
SURE
NOT APPLICABLE
HEIGHT (OPEN) 49.0 CM
HEIGHT (CLOSED) 24.0 CM
LENGTH (OPEN) 52.0 CM
LENGTH (CLOSED) 53.34 CM
WIDTH 19.0 CM
SHIPPING WEIGHT 23.6 KG
NET WEIGHT 21.0 KG
WARRANTY 1 YEAR
1.5 SAFETY
At normal usage no problems are to be expected. Regardless
that, we state underneath a few pointers which will limit
existing risks to a minimum.
• Unplug the machine from the wall socket whenever you
are maintaining or cleaning the machine.
• Make sure there is enough working space around the
machine. Although the heat radiation of the press is very low,
it is still necessary to have enough room for cooling down.
Extensions and connections must not get snagged.
• Avoid contact with the press arm and the heating
element.
• Pull the fabric tightly over the sealing pad.
1.6 CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY AND PRODUCT LIABILITY
Thermopatch points to its warranty and product liability condi-
tions as laid down in our sales conditions. These can be ob-
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2. Installation
tained at your Thermopatch supplier.
2.1 INSTRUCTION FOR HANDLING
The HS-4-C has been packed in a cardboard box. If you need
the relocate the machine at a later point, we advise you to
pack the machine in a similar fashion. Let the machine cool
down completely before packing and moving it.
2.2 INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE HS-4-C
Take the Thermoseal HS-4-C from its box and place it onto
a stable worktop near an earthed wall socket. Connect the
machine with the supplied power cord to the electrical current
(230 Volt, alternating current). Thermoseal HS-4-C is earthed
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3. Operating the HS-4-C
and provided with two fuses (3.15 A).
3.1 STARTING UP
You can start operating the Thermoseal HS-4-C as soon as it
is connected to the electricity mains. Switch on the HS-4-C
by pressing the on/off (I-0) switch, which is placed on the
back of the machine, to “on (I)”. Wait until the set tempera-
ture has been reached, which will take about one minute.
The Thermoseal HS-4-C has been factory set for:
TEMPERATURE 204°C
TIME 12 seconds
POWER SAVER TIMER 30 minutes
POWER SAVER TEMPERATURE 149°C
3.2 FUNCTIONALITY
Switch the machine to the “On” position. Either the Celsius
or Fahrenheit LED will blink depending upon the machine
settings. The actual temperature of the Heater Element is
displayed. During the heat up phase, and when the machine
has achieved “Set Temperature”, changes to the machine
settings can be made for: Set Temperature, Temperature
Display in Celsius or Fahrenheit, Sealing Cycle Time, Power
Saver Time and Power Saver Temperature. Changes cannot
be made to the machine settings when the machine is active
during a Sealing Cycle.
LCD Display Functions:
The following describes the LCD Display functions and
displays: The Celsius or Fahrenheit LED will light up
continuously once the temperature is within range of the
setting. Range is +/- 7°C or +/-15°F. When not in a sealing
cycle, the actual temperature of the Heater Element is
displayed. During the Sealing Cycle, the LCD will display a
countdown of the time in seconds from the preset Sealing
Cycle Time.
Procedure to change desired set temperature:
The SET TEMPERATURE of the HS-4-C heat seal machine
has been set at the factory to 204°C. To change the SET
TEMPERATURE, please follow the procedures below:
1. Press select/save button once.
2. Press + or - button to set the desired Set Temperature.
3. Press select/save to save the setting.
Note: If the + or - button is not touched for 3 seconds the
display will change to the actual temperature of the Heater
Element and no changes will be saved.
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Procedure to change desired Sealing Cycle Time:
The SEALING CYCLE TIME of the HS-4-C heat seal machine has
been set at the factory to 12 seconds. To change the SEALING
CYCLE TIME, please follow the procedures below:
1. Press the select/save button twice.
2. Press + or - button to set the desired time.
3. Press select/save to save the setting.
Sealing Pressure:
A label to indicate the direction in which to turn the Lower
Press Platen is mounted directly below the Lower Press
Platen. To increase inter-platen pressure, turn the Lower
Press Platen counterclockwise. To decrease the inter-platen
pressure, turn the Lower Press Platen clockwise. The Pressure
Settings in the Heat Sealing Guide on page 2-3 are obtained
as follows:
1. Turn the Lower Press Platen clockwise until it has bottomed
out against the machine base.
2. Turn the Lower Press Platen counterclockwise until the rst
“click” is detected. This Pressure Setting is zero pressure.
3. To set the Lower Press Platen to a selected Pressure
Setting, count the number of “clicks” turning the Lower
Press Platen counterclockwise, increasing pressure.
4. To set the Lower Press Platen to a new selected Pressure
Setting from and existing setting, count the number of
“clicks” from the existing setting, turning the Lower Press
Platen clockwise or counterclockwise.
Settings may vary depending upon garment thickness.
Normally, higher pressures will produce more effective
heat seals. However, the use of excess pressure may force
adhesive through the fabric, with an undesired result.
CAUTION! USE OF EXCESS PRESSURE CAN CAUSE THE
HS-3-C, HS3CES AND HS-4-C MACHINES TO
BECOME LOCKED IN A CLOSED POSITION
AND DIFFICULT TO OPEN. EXTREME
PRESSURE MAY SEVERLY DAMAGE THE
MACHINE.
Difculy in locking the Seal Arm Handle of the HS-3-C,
HS3CES or HS-4-C machines in a closed position is an
indication of too much inter-platen pressure. To prevent
excess pressure when sealing thick garments, screw the
Lower Press Platen all the way down. A Lower Press Platen
that is worn from use can cause insufcient inter-platen
pressure. The Lower Press Platen should be replaced with
Lower Press Platen SPA43941. When the pressure is too high,
preventing the machine to open by itself, this has to be done
manually. After this, switch off the machine for 5 seconds and
switch it on again, resetting the machine.
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4.1 GENERAL
Ensure that the cycle of the machine is nished, before
working on the machine. Depending on the planned job you
wish to perform, the power can be disconnected.
Temperature:
The temperature of the heating plate can be tested regularly
by using Thermolabels or a Minitemp infrared thermometer.
Both can be obtained at your Thermopatch supplier.
Teon cover:
The Teon cover of the heating plate should always be clean
to prevent labels or patches sticking to it or soiling the heat
seal products. Clean the cover with a dry, clean cloth when
the machine is still warm. Repeat this several times a day
when using the machine intensively. Damaged or soiled Teon
covers need to be replaced. These can be obtained at your
Thermopatch supplier.
Sealing pad:
Clean the sealing pad while it is still warm. Use a clean, lint
free cloth to clean it regularly. Do not heat seal on zippers,
staples, buttons etc. to avoid damage by puncturing or
tearing the sealing pad. Never use solvents to clean the
sealing pad.
Replacing the Teon cover or sealing pad:
The Teon cover or the sealing pad should, depending on
their condition, be replaced regularly. When performing
the replacement, make sure the machine has cooled down
sufciently. Peel off the self-adhesive Teon cover (like a used
band-aid). Then carefully remove any glue residue that was
left behind. Make sure that all residue is removed and the
metal surface is clean, before placing the new cover, without
bubbles. Teon covers and sealing pads can be obtained at
your Thermopatch supplier.
Lubrication:
Normally the machine does not require lubrication. However
when the Sealing Arm Handle is slow to rise, lubricating the
pivots and rotating parts will help the Sealing Arm Handle.
4. Maintenance
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5. Possible faults
Fault Possible cause Solution
No heat.
• Machine is unplugged or
power source is faulty.
• Main power switch is not
“On”.
• Power Saver feature
activated.
• Temperature displayed.
• Loose wires.
• Heat sensor is defective.
• Sealing iron is defective.
• Relay is defective.
• Heat controller is defective.
• Check plug and fuses.
• Check
• See I. Introduction.
• See II. Installation.
• Check
• Replace
• Replace
• Replace
• Return circuit board to
factory for repair.
Temperature too high or
too low.
• Heat control requires
adjustment.
• Temperature display is
incorrect.
• Power Saver feature
activated.
• Heat sensor is defective.
• Sealing iron defective.
• Heat controller is
defective.
• See II. Installation to adjust.
• See II. Installation to check.
• See I. Introduction..
• Replace
• Replace
• Return circuit board to
factory for repairs.
Time malfunction.
• Loose wires.
• Timer is defective.
• Micro switch is defective.
• Check
• Return circuit board to
factory for repairs.
• Replace
Handle does not stay
down. Handle does not re-
turn at end of cycle (HS-
4-C).
• Insufcient pressure
• Excess pressure.
• Motor is defective.
• Linkage or gas spring is
binding or broken.
• Springs are weak.
• Links broken.
• See III. Operating the
HS-4-C.
• See III. Operating the
HS-4-C.
• Replace
• Lubricate or adjust. See Page
V. Possible faults
and VI. Supplies Note 1.
• Replace
• Replace
Inadequate bond or
transfer.
• Insufcient sealing time
• Insufcient pressure
• Insufcient tempeature.
• Pad worn.
• Teon shield soiled or
worn.
• Increase time in 2 second
increments and test.
• Increase pressure in one half
turn increments and test.
• See II. Installation to adjust.
• Replace
• Clean or replace.
Bleed through.
• Too much time.
• Too much pressure.
• Decrease time in 2 second
increments.`
• Decrease pressure in one
half turn increments.
5.1 PROBLEM ANALYSIS AND SOLUTIONS
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5.2 ERROR CODES
Error 1 = Temperature sensor short (0 Ohm)
Error 2 = Temperature sensor broken
Error 3 = Error in Eprom
The processor has no access to the memory for saving or read-
ing of information.
Error 4 (HS-4-C only) = Motor timed out, not in position
or motor switch error
The correct position of the Cam Arm Motor cannot be
detected. Rotate the Cam Arm Motor Shaft checking actuation
of the Motor Detection Switch. Also, check wire connections on
the Motor Detection Switch.
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6. Supplies
6.1 MOST COMMONLY USED PARTS
• Sealing pad SPA43941
• Teon cover, self-adhesive, SPA9000
• Fuse: 2x 20015-26 3.15 A Fuse
6.2 PARTS IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF COMPO-
NENTS BY NAME
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Power Entry Module
ITEM
#
DESCRIPTION QTY Part Num-
ber
1 Electrical Chassis 1 46326
2 Power Entry Module Assembly (without
fuses)
1 46453
3 Fuse Drawer 1 P/O 46453
4 230 VAC 3.15 AMP Fuses 2 20015-16
Figure 5 – Power Entry Module

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Controller Board
ITEM
#
DESCRIPTION QTY Part Num-
ber
5 Electrical Chassis 1 46326
6 #4-40unc x ¼” Socket Hex Cap Screw 4 21063-02-C
7 #4 Spring Lockwasher 4 21031-03-C
8 Controller Board 1 46411
Figure 6 – Controller Board

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Heater Element
ITEM
#
DESCRIPTION QTY Part Number
9 ¼ 20unc x 5/8” Socket Hex
Cap Screw
1 21063-05-K
10 M5 Hex Nut 4 21045-07-A
11 M5 Spring Lockwasher 2 21046-06
12 Pivot Block 1 46378
13 Pivot Block Pin 1 46379
14 Heater Unit Assembly 1 SPAHS40000
15 Teon Cover 1 46375
16 Compression Spring 2 24075-36
Figure 7 – Heater Element

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Platen Assembly
ITEM
#
DESCRIPTION QTY Part Num-
ber
17 Platen Assembly 1 43941
18 Rotating Platen Base 1 43663
Figure 8 – Platen Assembly

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Extension Spring Assembly
ITEM
#
DESCRIPTION QTY Part Num-
ber
19 Extension Spring 1 24080-35
20 Bumper 2 24091-44
21 Base Frame Assembly 1 47263
Figure 9 – Extension Spring Assembly

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Gas Spring Mounting
ITEM
#
DESCRIPTION QTY Part Num-
ber
22 Top Cover Mounting Plate 1 46312
23 Gas Spring Bracket 1 46374
24 Gas Spring 1 24091-48
25 #10 Flat Washer 1 21023-01
26 #10 Spring Lockwasher 1 21012-07-C
27 #10-32unc x 3/8” Socket Hex Cap Screw 1 21063-03-J
28 Gas Spring Ball Joint 1 24901-77
29 5/16” Spring Lockwasher 1 21021-10-C
29A Retaining Ring 1 D-9706
Figure 10 – Gas Spring Mounting

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Seal Arm Release Mechanism
ITEM
#
DESCRIPTION QTY Part Num-
ber
30 #4-40unc Hex Nut 2 21051-03-
A
31 #4-40 Spring Lockwasher 2 21021-03-C
32 CAM Release Arm Switch 1 20055-62
33 #8-32unc x 3/8” Hex Socket Cap Screw 2 21063-03-
G
34 #8 Spring Lockwasher 2 21021-06-C
35 Cam Arm Switch Bracket 1 47187
36 #10-32unf x 3/16” Set Screw, Socket Hex
Cup Point
1 21011-04-
K
37 Cam Release Lobe 1 46408
Figure 11 – Seal Arm Release Mechanism