Thermopatch NL-15 R/SQR MAMMOTH User manual

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NL-15 R / SQR Mammoth
ENG V4.1 original version February 2021
ATTENTION!
All persons involved in installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance and re-
pair of this product should be made available to these instructions.
User manual

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Copyright
© 2021, Thermopatch bv, Almere, The Netherlands.
No part of this publication may be reproduced by any means without the prior written per-
mission of Thermopatch bv, The Netherlands.
Thermopatch and the Thermopatch logo, Thermoseal and Thermocrest are registered
trademarks of Thermopatch.
Introduction
Dear User,
Welcome to the growing group of Thermopatch users. Your
purchase has been manufactured with the utmost care to ensure that you benet as long
as possible from your Thermopatch product.
The products by Thermopatch are designed with special attention to your convenience.
Should you discover any fault or damage upon receipt of this product, please contact your
local Thermopatch vendor.
The manual has been prepared in accordance with NEN 5509 and in conformity with the
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
This user manual is intended not only for all users of the machine, but also for those who
install and maintain the NL-15 R / SQR. The goal is to familiarize you with the operation, to
provide for safe working instructions and guidelines for periodical maintenance.
This manual applies to machines NL-15 R / SQR from serialnumbers for type R: M14-03-
0420 and for type SQR: SQR13-0456.
ATTENTION!
In order to make safe and optimal use of the NL-15 R/ SQR, it is important to take note of -
and understand the contents of this manual.

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Contents
Copyright 2
Introduction 2
Contents 3
1. General description 4
1.1 Delivery 4
1.2 Conditions of warranty 4
2. Intended use 5
3. Specications 6
3.1 Specications of the NL-15 R / SQR 6
4. Safety measures and warnings 7
4.1 Safety 7
5.0 Transport and storage 8
5.1 Transport 8
5.2 Storage 8
6.0 Operating instructions 9
6.1 Operating the NL-15 R / SQR 9
6.2 Automatic mode 9
6.3 Safety Frame 9
6.4 The control panel 10
6.5 Change settings 11
6.5.1 Temperature settings 11
6.5.2 Pressure settings 11
6.5.3 Time settings 12
6.5.4 Power save 12
6.5.5 Second sealing cycle 12
6.5.6 Interrupting the sealing cycle 12
6.5.7 Exchangeable base platens with rubber sealing cushions 13
6.5.8 Messages in the display 14
6.5.9 Error codes 14
6.5.10 Preprogrammed settings 14
7. Assembly and installation 16
7.1 Assembly 16
7.2 Installation 16
7.3 Electrical requirements 16
8. Maintenance instructions 17
8.1 Daily maintenance 17
8.2 Periodic maintenance 17
8.3 Parts for regular replacement for maintenance: 17
9. Technical annexes (English) 18
Parts list 01 18
Drawing 01 19
Parts List 02 20
Drawing 02 21
Parts List 03 for NL-15 R 22
Drawing 03 for NL-15 R 23
Parts List 03 for NL-15 SQR 24
Drawing 03 for NL-15 SQR 25
Drawing 03A for NL-15 R / SQR, SAFETY FRAME UPGRADE February 2017 26
Parts List 04 27
Drawing 04 28
Parts List 05 29
Drawing 05 30
Parts List 05A High Model from Jan 2019 31
Drawing 06A HIGH MODEL 2019 onwards 32
Parts List 06 for pneumatic parts 33
Drawing 06 pneutics schematics 34
Drawing 07 Electrical schematics 35
10. Faults 36
11. Declaration of conformity 37
12. End of lifecycle 38
13. Disclaimer 38

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1. General description
The pneumatic Mammoth is a practical and universal heat seal press with two press pads
for optimal use.
Therefore, you do not have to wait during the press cycle, but can prepare the next article.
Textile labels, company emblems, repair patches, transfers, in short all Thermopatch ma-
terials for marking and repair are easily and permanently pressed on all types of fabric.
The machine is hand operated but can also be set to automatic operation. In that case,
the press cycle is performed automatically when the swivelling arm comes in the end po-
sition.
1.1 Delivery
The NL-15 R / SQR is mounted onto a pallet and xed with straps, covered with a card-
board box.
The following articles can be found:
• NL-15 R / SQR heat seal machine
• Power cord
• 6 mm air tubing
• Quick installation guide
• quality checklist
• Manual on USB stick
• CE Declaration of Conformity
If one of these articles should be missing or faulty, please contact your Thermopatch sup-
plier.
1.2 Conditions of warranty
Thermopatch points to its warranty and product liability conditions as laid down in our
general conditions. These can be obtained at your Thermopatch supplier.

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2. Intended use
The pneumatic NL-15 R / SQR is a heat seal machine that is intended for the application of
textile labelling, repair patches and emblems and transfers.
WARNING!
Any use other than described above can be dangerous and cause damage and thus qualies as
‘misuse’ which excludes Thermopatch bv from any liability.

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3. Specications
3.1 Specifications of the NL-15 R / SQR
NL-15 R
Power 800 Watts
Power supply 230 Volt AC
Operating temperature 204 °C
Temperature range 25-225 °C
Press Time range 1-240 sec.
Discharge pressure range 3-6 bar
Machine height (open) 540 mm
Machine width 620 mm
Machine depth 540 mm
Gross weight, including packaging 85 kg
Net weight 60 kg
Size sealing pads, round 160 mm
Fuses, slow 4.0 Ampere
A-weighted noise level <70 dB (A)
NL-15 SQR
Power 800 Watts
Power supply 230 Volt AC
Operating temperature 204 °C
Temperature range 25-225 °C
Press Time range 1-240 sec.
Discharge pressure range 3-6 bar
Machine height (open) 540 mm
Machine width 600 mm
Machine depth 540 mm
Gross weight, including packaging 85 kg
Net weight 60 kg
Size sealing pads, round 160 mm
Fuses, slow 4.0 Ampere
A-weighted noise level <70 dB (A)

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4. Safety measures and warnings
4.1 Safety
The NL-15 R / SQR has several features to ensure your safety.
The safety frame
The press plate of the NL-15 R / SQR is provided with a
safety frame. When this is touched or rmly moved, the heat sealing cycle is automatically
interrupted.
To resume work, turn the machine o and on again.
The emergency stop button
In addition to the mandatory safety measures in conformity with the Machinery Directive,
from serial numbers:
Model R: M14-03-0420 and model SQR: SQR13-0456, an emergency stop button has been
provided to be able to intervene even faster in case of unforeseen events.
The safety thermostat
The safety thermostat on the heating element will interrupt the power supply when the tem-
perature rises above 270°C.
Warning symbols
The following warning symbols have been mounted onto the machine for added safety:
WARNING!
HOT SURFACE
WARNING!
ELECTRIC TENSION

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5.0 Transport and storage
5.1 Transport
When the machine needs to be moved, Thermopatch advises to use the original packaging.
The machine has to be lifted by the screw that is xing the swiveling arm and the handle on
the front of the machine.
5.2 Storage
When the machine needs to be stored, Thermopatch advises to use the original packaging.
The machine should be stored on a pallet, o the oor, in dry conditions.
ATTENTION!
Make sure you are informed about the contents of this manual before starting to work
with the NL-15 R / SQR. This ensures an optimal and safe use of the machine.
ATTENTION!
Always turn the power o (unplug it) when you need to carry out maintenance work
or when cleaning the machine.
ATTENTION!
In case of emergency, press the emergency stop button!
ATTENTION!
Take care that there is enough space around the machine. Cables and connections
must not get pinched. Although the heat radiation of the press is low, there should
be enough space for cooling down.
ATTENTION!
Avoid contact with the heating element.
ATTENTION!
Pull the fabrics tight around the press pad and ensure that your hands are away from
the sealing pad before operating the machine.

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6.0 Operating instructions
6.1 Operating the NL-15 R / SQR
You can work with the Mammoth when the machine is connected to the mains.
• Set the airpressure to 3 - 5 bar on the manometer.
• See paragraph 6.8 for information regarding the pressure settings required for the NL-15
R / SQR.
• Place the plug in the socket and turn ON the NL-15 R / SQR with the ON - OFF switch
which is placed on the back of the machine.
• Wait until the factory set temperature is reached.
Heating up will take approx 1 minute. The standard operating temperature has been set to
204 °C after which the press is ready for use.
6.2 Automatic mode
You can use the NL-15 R / SQR in Auto mode by pressing the AUTO -button The press cycle
will automatically start when the swivel arm is positioned above the press plate.
The robot symbol is shown in the display.
ATTENTION!
The automatic mode ( ) should be switched o, when you wish to change
the set values for temperature, pressure and press time.
When the automatic mode is activated, the key board will not respond.
6.3 Safety Frame
The upper platen of the press head of the NL-15 R / SQR is enclosed by a safety frame. This
frame will react if it is moved or touched and will interrupt the sealing cycle immediately.
Switch the machine o and on again to resume work.

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KEYS Temperature setting
Pressure setting
Time setting
+Plus (higher)
-Minus (lower)
AUTO Automatic mode on / o
SYMBOLS ON
SCREEN
Automatic mode on
Power saving mode on
time indicator
Second sealing cycle active
Interruption of the safety circuit
6.4 The control panel
NL-15 R / SQR control panel. The pressure, temperature and time are shown on the display.
The minimum, maximum and default values for temperature and pressure have been set by
the manufacturer. The following icons are present on the display: