Thermopatch NL-35 User manual

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NL-35 User manual

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© 2010, 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.
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Preface
Dear user,
Welcome to the growing group of Thermopatch users. The
product you have purchased has been carefully designed
and manufactured to ensure that you, the user, will gain the
maximum benet.
All Thermopatch products are specically designed to ensure
ease of use with particular attention to safety requirements.
Should you discover any fault or damage upon receipt of
this product, you should immediately contact your local
Thermopatch establishment.

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Table of Contents
I. CONDITIONS OF GUARANTEE 6
II. SPECIFICATIONS 7
III. GENERAL POINTS 8
IV. USE OF THE MACHINE 9
1. SAFETY 9
2. INSTALLATION 10
3. INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE RUNNING CYCLE 11
V. PRESS SETTING 12
1. TEMPERATURE SETTINGS / PRESSING TIME 12
a) TEMPERATURE SETTING 12
b) TIME SETTING 12
2. PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT 12
3. BOARD PARAMETERS 12
VI. INTRODUCTION OF THE EQUIPMENT 14
VII. ELECTRIC AND PNEUMATIC DIAGRAM 15
VIII. SERVICE 17
1. PARTS SUBJECTED TO WEAR AND TEAR 17
2. REPLACEMENT OF WORN PARTS 18
3. MAINTENANCE 18
4. POSSIBLE BREAKDOWNS 20
5. MAINTENANCE LOG 21

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EC - Statement Of Conformity
Thermopatch bv
Draaibrugweg 14-16
1332 AD ALMERE - NETHERLANDS

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I. Conditions of Guarantee
• The guarantee period starts the day of putting the
equipment into service at the user’s place, for a duration of
one year and for a common use of 8 hours per day.
• The guarantee is strictly limited to our equipments, against
the defects of matter and execution, with the buyer’s
responsibility to prove the known defects.
• Our responsibility is limited to the obligation to rectify or
replace free of charge the parts acknowledged as faulty
by ourselves, and there will no claim for any indemnity
whatever the reason given.
Parts replaced under the guarantee :
• Remain our property;
• Are the subject of an invoicing of deposit;
• A credit of cancellation is activated as soon as the faulty
parts are returned. The return will have to occur ONE
MONTH MAXIMUM after the intervention.
The guarantee does not cover :
• The retail consumables such as: fuses, bulbs,
transformers, joint, exible devices…
• The supplies, which are not our own manufacturing,
undergo the guarantee of their manufacturer.
The guarantee does not apply :
• To replacements, nor repairs which would result from
normal wear and tear of apparatus and machines, of
deteriorations and accidents coming from negligence,
defect of monitoring and maintenance, defective use or
modications without our written agreement.
• In case of vice coming from the material supplied by the
buyer, or a design imposed by the latter.
• To repairs which would result from deteriorations or
accidents occurred during transport.
• To operations of maintenance and adjustments inherent in
the use of the machine, and indicated in the maintenance
manual, such as: adjustments of intermediaries, screwing
of piping, etc... do not enter the clauses of guarantee.
For the pneumatic machines, any trace of detergent
oil in the pneumatic circuit inhibits the conditions of
guarantee previously mentioned.
For any technical information or spare parts orders,
please give the reference number of the machine as
well as its serial number.

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II.Specications
Weight in running order 63 kg
Height 557 mm
Depth 750 mm
Width 498 mm
Dimension of the heating plate 400 x 450 mm
Electric power supply 220 V single-phase +
earth 50/60 Hz
Pneumatic power supply 10 bars maximum
Power 2250 W
Ampere 10 A
Thermoregulator
Accurate to +/- 1%
Range of control 0 to 250 °C
Working pressure (Min-Max) 2-8 bar
Pressing effort 765 DaN
Timer
Accurate to +/- 1%
Range of control 0 sec. to 30 min
Non contractual document : according to the technical progress, we reserve the right to modify the characteristics
of our products.
Some of these specications are mentioned on the company plaque that you will nd
on the machine.

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III. General Points
This heat seal press is standard to article L 233-5 of the
labour laws to ensure the security of the user. Its design
allows it to ensure an intensive production permet d’assurer
une production intensive while keeping a total reliability.
This press was designed for an operator working opposite
the machine.
Cover +
electronic board
General switch
& fuse
Filter+pressing jack
regulator
Handle for plate
rotation
Pressing buttons for
lowering the plate
Changeable bottom
plate
LCD display
(Time + T°)
Keypad
Emergency stop
HEAT PLATE
Silicon rubber

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IV. Use of the machine NL-35
The NL-35 press was designed for the application of transfers
of all qualities in small and medium mass production.
This equipment was tested in our workshops to obtain a one-
year guarantee against any manufacturing vice.
The adjustments (pneumatic, electric and mechanical)
executed by our technicians in the workshop as well as
the securities introduced on the machine should not be
modied in any case. Otherwise, Thermopatch BV will deny
all responsibility on potential problems linked to the so-called
machine.
Before starting any operation of pressing, it is recommended
to read carefully the safety instructions as well as the
directions for use.
1. SAFETY
THIS EQUIPMENT IS DESIGNED FOR SINGLE USE ONLY
USE BY QUALIFIED STAFF ONLY
Internationals Symbols:
ON HOT SURFACE
OFF ELECTROCUTION RISK
DANGER, WARNING
You will nd most of these symbols on the machines.
Some important points for the safety of the staff:
Avoid touching the hot parts of the equipment
while in use.
Do not put your hands between the plates once the
equipment is activated.
During handling action, ensure that the operator do not
risk anything in terms of burn, electrocution or other.
Carry out a daily inspection of the machine before
starting the production.
In the zone close to the machine, make sure that
nobody is around before you start.
If the machine does not work properly, immediately
cut the energy supply and look for the cause making
use of the book’s chapter ”Service”.

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Safety devices on the machine
The protections and the safety devices must not be modied.
They must be re-installed in case of possible removal for the
maintenance.
They must not be moved, and have to be maintained in good
condition during normal operation.
The NL-35 is equiped with security systems protecting the
operator from any pinching risk.
The main security elements
The emergency stop:
Situated on the front of the machine: if the operator
puches it, he switches the machine off.
The bimanual control:
To control the pressing, the operator must have
both of his hands occupied pressing on the green
push buttons. Only holding them constantly and
simultaneously allows to lower the heating plate. If
one of the push buttons is not held constantly until the
plates are in contact, the heating plate goes back up
automatically.
Checking operation of safety device
• Try the emergency stop periodically
• Control the bimanual frequently
After an emergency stop
In order to restart the operation, check that no other problem
remains on the machine.
Unlock the emergency stop turning the red part: the machine
will initialize again automatically.
Manuals
Technical documentation on the components used is provided
to you on delivery of the machine. Please read it before any
handling of the machine.

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2. INSTALLATION
USE BY QUALIFIED STAFF ONLY
Do not handle the machine by the plates!
Unpack the machine from the box.
Place it on a stable table handling it by its frame.
After having properly positioned the equipment on its
working place:
• Electrically plug the press in (220 Volt + Neutral + Earth /
50 or 60 Hertz),
• Pneumatically connect your press to your compressed air
network (3 bar mini, 10 bar maxi).
3. INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE RUNNING CYCLE
1. The operator will have to power the machine up moving
down the general switch which is on the right hand side
of the machine.
2. Check if the screen lights on. After a welcome message,
it will show the values preset in the workshop.
3. Set the temperature with the keyboard (to dene
according to the type of transfer), See Chapter V. PRESS
SETTING § 1.
4. Set the application time with the keyboard (to dene
according to the type of transfer), See Chapter V. PRESS
SETTING § 1.
5. Set the pressure thanks to the regulator (to dene
according to the type of transfer) and check with the
manometer, See Chapter V. PRESS SETTING § 2.
6. Place the article on the lower plate.
7. Adjust the tranfer sheet.
8. Swivel the head of the press using the handle on
the arm.
9. When the arm is in full lock, the operator can lower
the heating pressing simultaneously on the two push
buttons. The operator will have to maintain the pressure
on the buttons until the heating plate is in contact with
the lower plate.
10. At the end of the timer countdown, the heating plate will
go up.
11. Move the heating plate away and remove the item.
12. Start the operation again from n° 6 (if the settings do not
change otherwise n°3).

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V. Press Setting
USE BY QUALIFIED STAFF ONLY
1. Temperature settings / Pressing time
These parameters have to be programmed in the control
electronic card with the keyboard situated on the front (the
parameters will scroll on the display unit next to it).
a) TEMPERATURE SETTING
• Press on ”Temperature”,
• Press on ”-” to decrease the indicated value,
or on ”+” to increase it,
• Press on ”OK” to validate your choice.
b) TIME SETTING
• Press on ”Time”,
• Press on ”-” to decrease the indicated value
or on ”+” to increase it,
• Press ”OK” to validate your choice.
2. Pressure adjustment
The jack pressure can be modied according to the
user’s need.
Use the pressure regulator situated on the lter, on left side.
The pressure will appear on the front manometer’s dial. Pull
the regulator’s head upwards, then turn :
• clockwise to increase the pressure,
• anticlockwise to decrease the pressure.
3. Board parameters
Press on “Set up” key to enter parameters, “+” to scroll
parameters, “OK” to enter in and validate, “Set up” to exit.
”Set up” > Bimanual > program (T°+s) > resetable counter >
permanent counter > pre-heating > standby > code
PROGRAMS :
(+) press + to scroll programs (P1 to P5)
press , + or – to modify preheating time, OK
press + or – to modify time pressure, OK
press to modify temperature, OK
NOTE : the selected program at start will be the edited one in
parameters. You need to enter in parameters to change and
keep the new program.

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RESETABLE COUNTER :
press - > reset counter > press OK (or Fonct to cancel)
PERMANENT COUNTER :
 : not modiable
PRE-HEATTING :
press OK, then + to modify ON/OFF
Nota : pre-heating time will be able only if pre-heating
parameter is ON.
STANDBY :
 : Press set up and "+ + + + +" OK
press to modify > + activate (ON) > OK > + to
modify standby temperature, OK > + to modify start standby
time > OK > + to modify wake-up time

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VI. Introduction of the equipment
NOTE : electronic board is under cover removed on picture
Pressing jack
Jack piston
crossing sensor
Electro-distributor
Terminal block
Jack stopper
Pneumatic
connection
Push buttons
Filter + Pressure
regulator
Manometer
General switch
& fuse

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VII. Electric and Pneumatic Diagram
RED
E3
EMERGENCY
STOP
PE
T N P
ChH ChB CR CT U N
FH
R1 R2 R3 0-12
StB StH TH TB
RE SE BI
E4
FB
E1E2
16A
Red
PRESS BUTTON 1
PRESS BUTTON 2
Fin de Course BAS
T° Sensor
NL 35
DIAGRAM
ENSEMBLE
ELECTRIC
Resistor
ELECTRO- DISTRIB.
BLACK
screen
Bk
Wh
Bk Bk Bn Bl
4+5: ON
Vio Vio
28/01/10
Mat: FAIT LE: MODIF LE:
N DU PLAN
PNEUMO
-
Ep:
Mod
A
Dim: Nbre/ENSEMBLE: 1

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ELECTRO-DISTRIBUTOR
PNEU. SUPPLY 10 BAR MAXI
FILTRE REGULATEUR
MANO
CT/N
ELECTRIC-CARD
28/01/10
Mod
ENSEMBLE
DIAGRAM
PNEUMATIC
SILENCER REDUCTOR
SILENCER REDUCTOR
R1 PR2
NL 35
JACK STOPPER
Ep:Mat:
MODIF LE:
N DU PLAN
PNEUMO
FAIT LE:
-
Nbre/ENSEMBLE: Dim:
AB
JACK Ø100-C50
A
1

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VIII. Service
USE BY QUALIFIED STAFF ONLY
ANY SERVICING INTERVENTION MUST BE DONE WHEN
THE MACHINE IS OFF AND LOCKED
(ELECTRIC AND PNEUMATIC ENERGIES UNPLUGGED)
It is recommended to have the following tools within reach:
• Cruciform and bit screwdrivers
• A set of end wrenches and box spanners
• Small adjustable pliers
• Circlip pliers
• Long and ne pliers with insulating handle
• A set of Allen keys
• A multimeter
Before any handling, check that the heating plate
temperature is lower than 25°C on the display unit
1. PARTS SUBJECTED TO WEAR AND TEAR
On any order : precise the reference , the description and the
quantity
Reference Description Quantity
ELECTRIC PARTS
SPA3X-002 Regulation board 1
SPA3X-001 Back-Lighted Screen 1
SPA3X-014 Keypad 1
SPA3X-020 Mica resistor 430x380 P.2250W 1
SPA3X-003 Fuse 5x20mmT 16 A 250V 2
PNEUMATIC PARTS
SPA3X-010 Jack Ø100 C50 (pressing) 1
SPA3X-021 Filter & regulator 1
SPA3X-009 Electrodistributor 5/2 G1/8 12v 1
FRAME DRESSING
Silicon rubber 9 mm 400 X 450 mm

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2. REPLACEMENT OF WORN PARTS
- Silicone rubber mat
a) check that the plate is cold.
b) make sure that the surface of the plate is quite clean.
Possibly use a soft solvent such as White Spirit with
individual protections.
c) use a tube of glue RTV-1 to stick the rubber to the
aluminium plate (NB : read the instructions on the tube
packaging).
d) the cover and the plate must be clean and dry before
you start gluing.
e) spread a ne homogeneous coat of glue on the plate
and immediately apply the cover making sure that
there is no air lock (NB : an indented spatula similar to
the one used to lay tiles would suit perfectly).
f) leave to settle overnight at room temperature with
slight pressure and without heat.
- Other parts
Get in touch with your retailer to evaluate their change or
their repair.
3. MAINTENANCE
The heat press NL-35 require hardly any maintenance. To
ensure a good functioning, follow the preventive notice
indicated below:
- Do not heat up objects which could deteriorate or even
cut the silicone rubber or damage the teon surface of
the heating plate.
- Every so often and when the plate is cold, clean the
machine with a clean cloth and white spirit (NB: as this
product is ammable, use with care and keep it away
from any heat source) with individual protections.
- When the heating plate is hot and unused, keep it in
open position.
EVERY DAY : When cold, clean the heating plate with a dry
cloth or impregnated with spot remover.
Check the air lter at the back of the press; drain it if there is
too much condensation
EVERY MONTH : Check the column and grease it.
ACCORDING TO THE USE : Change the rubber every six
months.
USE BY QUALIFIED STAFF ONLY

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ERROR CODE LISTING:
SSH/B : HEAT SENSOR DEFECT High/Bottom
RRH/S : RESISTOR out of service High/Bottom
DDD : Overshoot 30°C of order
CCC : Fall out of 30°C of order
FDC : Sensor still activate at end cycle
TRIAC : TRIAC defect
TIME OUT : Time out to get temperature order, heating defect

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Symptoms Possible breakdowns Repairs
The machine will
not switch on
• The plug is not in.
• The switch is not connected
• The general fuse is out of
order.
• The card fuse is out of
order.
• The display unit is faulty.
• Check your network and if the machine
is linked to it.
• Put the general switch On/Off on 1.
• It is situated in a casing next to the
power cable plug. To access it, pull
the power cable out, with the tip of a
screwdriver lift the fuse casing. You will
nd in the square tube a replacement
fuse to put instead of the one in the clip.
• It is situated at the bottom left of the
card (80mAT)
• Check if the at cable is properly
connected otherwise the display unit is
out of order.
The plate will not
heat
• The resistors are defective.
• Card problem.
• Temperature value too low.
• Check the connections and the state of
the electric wires. To remove the heating
plate, get in touch with your retailer.
• See messages displayed on the screen
and refer to the card manual.
• To modify this value, see chapter V
The plate
overheats
• Sensor or card problem. • See messages displayed on the LCD
screen and refer to the card manual.
Get in touch with your retailer.
The timer will not
count down
• The detector placed on
a jack is not activated or
defective.
• Card problem.
• Check its connections.
• See messages displayed on the screen
and refer to the card manual.
The plate will not
go down
• The push buttons will not
work.
• Leak on the jack.
• The electrodistributor is
faulty.
• The compressed air
pressure is not enough.
• Check their connections.
• Check the joints and all the unions. Get
in touch with your retailer.
• Check its unions. Get in touch with your
retailer to possibly change it.
• Check if the pressure of your network is
> 3 bar.
The plate will not
go up
• The electrodistributor is
faulty.
• Leak on the jack.
• Check its unions. Get in touch with your
retailer to possibly change it.
• Check the joints and all the unions. Get
in touch with your retailer.
The plate stays
in lower position
after pressing
• The timer will not count
down.
• See above.
4.POSSIBLE BREAKDOWNS
ANY SERVICING INTERVENTION MUST BE DONE WHEN THE MACHINE IS OFF AND
LOCKED (ELECTRIC AND PNEUMATIC ENERGIES UNPLUGGED)